Coastal House Plans: Coastal house plans, sometimes referred to as beach house plans, have a distinctive look that's both unique and refreshing. Coastal house plans borrow from a variety of house plan styles, including Spanish house plans, Mediterranean house plans and even Victorian house plans. In Florida, coastal house plans tend to be perched on stilts to provide a measure of defense against the hurricanes that move ashore. Many of our coastal house plans use wood (pole) or cement (pier) posts as foundations, and usually include panoramic windows and outdoor living spaces oriented to the rear, to capitalize on the fabulous water views. Exterior material choices for coastal house plans need to respond well to the elements and be able to weather salt air, which is why some homeowners choose synthetic materials, which are less prone to degradation from salt mist.
