Wainscott South New Construction. Builder: Michael Frank Building Co. Designer: EB Designs SOLD $5M Poised on 1.25 acres from which the ocean a mile away is often heard and its breezes most definitely felt, this nearly completed 8,000 +/- sq ft residence offers masterful construction, consummate detail and impressive symmetry on three levels of living space. The journey begins as a double height paneled entry welcomes you into a sun drenched environment over richly stained oak floors. Spread out before you is the great room with coffered 10 ft ceilings and fireplace. Turn left past powder room, into the handsome formal dining room with coffered ceiling and chunky moldings. The heart and soul of your days will happen in the expansive kitchen, professionally equipped and bolstered by a butlers pantry leading to the dining room. The kitchen flows seamlessly into the family room with wainscotted 20' ceilings, paneling and room for a flatscreen TV over the fireplace. French doors open from here to the screened outdoor living room with fireplace. An expansive master with fireplace, his/her closets, steam shower and jacuzzi completes the first level. Upstairs, a second fireplaced master with private terrace and similar amenities reigns over 3 additional ensuite bedrooms. The finished basement offers recreational and media rooms, full bath and two staff lounges with deep window wells The 1.3acre property includes copious lawn and colorful landscaping that frame the Gunite pool and expansive slate patios. A convenient pool bath with access from both inside and outside the house is adjacent to the two car garage. Walk to the stores in Wainscott, bike to ocean at Beach Lane or shop in the nearby villages. Easily the best priced new construction with the most to offer south of the highway today.

Cesar Rubio, Claudio Santini, John Linden

This blank slate, classic white bedroom is a peaceful and cozy oasis.

Custom Home Designed by Stotler Design Group, Inc.

The grey and black striped area rug and black leather ottoman provide the foundation for this sophisticated den. By Kenneth Brown Design.

Rick Pharaoh

An over-scaled artwork, an Hermes bench, and John Robshaw pillows on a comfy L-shaped couch cozy up a contemporary living room.

Photo credit: Eric Marcus of E.M. Marcus Photography http://www.emmarcusphotography.com

Photos by Julie Soefer

Modern living room grounded by large area rug, and neutral colors such as gray furnishings and dark wood floors. Throw pills and clean styling add detail to the space. Large trays on coffee table add organization as well as open shelf below for coffee table books. A large wall mirror becomes the focal point for this modern living room.

Environmentally friendly design in a Connecticut development.

Transitional style formal living room in shades of chocolate brown, ivory, and accented with citron yellow. Featuring modern Chesterfield sofas with Moroccan inspired ottomans and glass coffee table with mercury glass accents. Asian inspired lighting and accessories and clean, bold lines complete the look.

Excerpted from Rooms to Inspire by the Sea by Annie Kelly (Rizzoli New York, 2012). Photo by Tim Street-Porter.

Professional interior shots by Phillip Ennis Photography, exterior shots provided by Architect's firm.

Old marine rope and vintage hardware lever make a for a cool, dramatic way to display a oiled canvas painting. This contrasts playfully with an ultra-modern chandelier and sleek Saarinen table.

Photography by David Phelps Photography. Long time clients and seasonal residents of Newport California wanted their new home to reflect their love and admiration for all things French. Fine antiques and furnishings play well in the foreground of their extensive rotating art collection. Interior Design by Tommy Chambers Contractor Josh Shields of Shields Construction.