This beautifully illustrated case-bound volume offers a rare behind-the-scenes glimpse into some of the most extraordinary homes on Americas East Coast. Featuring a range of coastal residences from sea captains mansions in Maine & Nantucket to classic cottages in Marthas Vineyard & Cape Cod architectural treasures in Miami & the Florida Keys & beachside hideaways in Savannah Charleston & the Outer Banks Coast presents a collection of some of Americas finest seaside homes built over the past two decades by the countrys most renowned architects & designers. Coasts sumptuous photography celebrates the beauty of the beach in all seasons the seaside villages the swimming coves & their weatherworn signs & of course the variety of beachside architecture from the understated charm of humble clam shacks to the enduring elegance of gracious beachside mansions. A feast for beach lovers architects designers & anyone who just loves escaping to the coast this book is a tribute to seaside shelters both grand & small.