![A modern beach home with cedar shingles, a gabled ceiling, and modern interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/shingle-covered-beach-house-071220-1132-01.jpg)
Architecture firm Workshop/APD has designed a Nantucket beach home that showcases the trademark cedar siding that’s often seen in the area.
![A Nantucket beach home that showcases the trademark cedar siding that's often seen in the area.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/contemporary-shingle-covered-beach-house-071220-1136-02.jpg)
Cedar shingles were used as they are a material that weathers and ages beautifully in the local climate.
![Cedar shingles were used on this beach house as they are a material that weathers and ages beautifully in the local climate.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/contemporary-shingle-covered-beach-house-071220-1136-03.jpg)
The yard that surrounds the house also includes a pool and half-court basketball court, which were both designed for the active family to enjoy when in residence.
![A modern house with shingle siding and a swimming pool.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/contemporary-shingle-covered-beach-house-pool-071220-1136-04.jpg)
Stepping inside, we see there’s a neutral color theme throughout the interior, which is immediately visible in the entryway.
![A modern entryway with a live edge wood console table and a round mirror with a black frame.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-entryway-round-mirror-071220-1136-05.jpg)
![A modern entryway furnished with a simple black bench and artwork.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-entryway-hallway-bench-071220-1137-06.jpg)
The main social areas of the home, like the living room, dining room, and kitchen area all enjoy cathedral-like gabled ceilings, while the black window and door frames contrast the light interior.
![In this modern living room there's cathedral-like gabled ceilings, while the black window and door frames contrast the light interior.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-living-room-vaulted-ceiling-black-window-frames-071220-1137-07.jpg)
In the dining area, there’s a custom-designed wood shelving unit that includes glass-front cabinets that show off a wine collection.
![In this dining area, there's a custom designed wood shelving unit that includes glass front cabinets that show off a wine collection.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-black-dining-table-wine-wall-071220-1136-08.jpg)
In the kitchen, there are minimalist light wood cabinets and a long island with black pendant lights, and room for multiple stools.
![In the kitchen, there's minimalist light wood cabinets and a long island with black pendant lights and room for multiple stools.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-kitchen-vaulted-ceiling-open-plan-071220-1135-09.jpg)
![In the kitchen, there's minimalist light wood cabinets and a long island with black pendant lights and room for multiple stools.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-light-wood-kitchen-stainless-steel-countertops-071220-1135-10.jpg)
![In the kitchen, there's minimalist light wood cabinets and a long island with black pendant lights and room for multiple stools.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-light-wood-kitchen-071220-1135-11.jpg)
Stairs with glass accents connect the various levels of the home. At the top of the stairs is a reading and relaxing nook that’s been furnished with a comfortable sofa that doubles as a day bed.
![Modern stairs with glass accents.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-stairs-glass-railing-071220-1134-12.jpg)
![A reading and relaxing nook that's been furnished with a comfortable sofa that doubles as a day bed.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/cozy-day-bed-reading-nook-071220-1134-13.jpg)
A hallway lined with wood shelving and cabinets leads to the master bedroom.
![A hallway lined with wood shelving and cabinets leads to the master bedroom.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/hallway-with-wood-bookshelf-071220-1134-15.jpg)
The sun-soaked master bedroom was designed with a calming light blue color palette inspired by the home’s natural surroundings.
![A sun-soaked master bedroom was designed with a calming light blue color palate inspired by the home’s natural surroundings.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/contemporary-bedroom-light-blue-color-theme-071220-1133-16.jpg)
In the master bathroom, there’s a freestanding bathtub that rests in front of the window, while frosted glass hides the showers.
![In this modern master bathroom, there's a freestanding bathtub that rests in front of the window, while frosted glass hides the showers.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-master-bathroom-freestanding-bathtub-071220-1133-19.jpg)
In another bedroom, there’s a wood bed frame that includes a shelf for books.
![A modern bedroom with a wood bed frame that includes a shelf for books.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-bedroom-vaulted-ceiling-071220-1132-17.jpg)
The home’s lower level features girl’s and boy’s bunk rooms, a home gym, and a large media room for entertaining of all ages.
![A kids bedroom with bunk beds and a basketball hoop.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-kids-room-bunk-beds-071220-1133-18.jpg)
![A modern media room with yellow accents, and a large wood art piece on the wall.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-living-room-071220-1134-14.jpg)
In another bathroom, light wood walls are contrasted by a black pendant light and sink.
![A modern bathroom with light wood walls that are contrasted by a black pendant light and sink.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/modern-bathroom-071220-1133-20.jpg)