Strand Hus

About the project

One of the easternmost homes in all of Nantucket, this oceanfront property with direct beach access enjoys the morning sunrise over the North Atlantic. This renovation transforms an existing, modest beach house (Strand Hus in Danish) into an exemplar of contemporary Danish architecture.

In harmony with the shore of Nantucket, expansive glass openings with minimalistic detailing bridge the connection between the indoor and outdoor space. Partition walls were removed to create an upper-level open floorplan that allows natural light to flow throughout the space. The second floor was designed to be a gathering space around the centralized open-plan kitchen, while taking advantage of the breathtaking 360-degree views. The cantilevered second floor balconies also open to scenic northeastern views.

The vacation home features private quarters located on the first floor with a private bath for each suite. The centralized kitchenette and wine bar services the private bedrooms on the first floor with a full-service gym in the corner. When the sun sets, guests can keep warm around a covered natural gas firepit while overlooking views to the sea.

Studio Hillier

Studio Hillier LLC is an interdisciplinary design firm in Princeton New Jersey, co-founded in 2011 by partners Barbara A. Hillier, AIA and J. Robert Hillier, FAIA, PP. Together for over forty years, they formed the backbone of a vibrant, growing, full-service design studio that has the depth of experience and design talent to take on any challenge. Since Barbara’s passing in 2022, Bob has been carrying on their shared legacy as the firm’s Managing Principal. Studio Hillier is located in the heart of the historic Witherspoon-Jackson neighborhood in Princeton, New Jersey and operates out of a transformed machine shop and warehouse.