The old house that stood on this site was destroyed by Hurricane Sandy, so the family needed a new and durable building.

The Salt Box project got its name for a reason. The building, which was worked on by architects Parnagian Architects LLC, is located on the salt marsh of Barnegat Bay, New Jersey. This area is prone to flooding, and its soil is saturated with salt, so it is impossible to build a foundation here.

A modern waterfront house sited directly on the edge of the Barnegat Bay.Parnagian Architects

The task of the bureau was to build a new solid family home, because the old one was damaged by Hurricane Sandy. It was important to keep within the dimensions of the former building, since there are restrictions in the state, and the structure should not be more than 220 m2.

A modern waterfront house sited directly on the edge of the Barnegat Bay.Parnagian Architects

A modern waterfront house sited directly on the edge of the Barnegat Bay.Parnagian Architects

The site is located at the end of a small peninsula, so it was important for the architects to focus on the views of Barnegat Bay. So, the part of the house facing the water is completely glazed, and the side facades are partially hidden by a screen made of white cedar. This material will change its color under the influence of wind and salt and create a feeling that the house has been standing here for several decades.

A modern waterfront house sited directly on the edge of the Barnegat Bay.Parnagian Architects

A modern waterfront house sited directly on the edge of the Barnegat Bay.Parnagian Architects

Inside the house there are both public spaces and several secluded places. The combined living room, dining room and kitchen invite the residents of the house to admire the landscape, and in the study on the second floor, hidden behind a wooden lattice, you can work in silence or relax, watching the play of light and shadow.

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