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levels, including a standout rooftop deck not included in the
square footage, the residence was designed by architect Louie
Tomaro, whose Tomaro Design Group is responsible for some of
the finest homes in the Beach Cities. The architect's studied
command of building along the coast is evidenced throughout
the home: beach and ocean views abound, and luxury is a top
of the line, ultra-livability that's been carefully measured, inside
and out, to accentuate its remarkable setting. "I would describe
the building," the architect explains, "as modern style with the
use of materials that create a warm and inviting feel." (Scott
Pfohl is responsible for the construction.)
The home's exterior presents itself as super representative of
how Modernism is a natural fit at the beach: the home's clean-
cut geometry enables a floor plan with airy rooms and floor to
ceiling glass that connects interior and exterior. "The beach
and the ocean are an extension of your home," muses Dugan.
"You're inside enjoying the views, and outside you have all the
physical activities that the beach offers." Along this stretch
of the Strand, homes enjoy a closeness to the sand; a benefit
amplified by Tomaro's design: "This westerly end of the great
room utilizes large doors that allow for a complete opening to
the outdoor environment," he reveals. This, he adds, allows "for
the inside open floor plan to seamlessly connect to the outdoor
environment." For privacy, this sunlit floor, which is home to the
living room and dining areas, is raised—its elevation a perfect
height to obscure it from those walking by on the Strand.
