Building Advice: The challenges of a home by the sea

Builder Kieran McCarthy says houses by the sea are beautiful in summer but they really need to be bulletproof in the winter
Building Advice: The challenges of a home by the sea

The recent storms highlight just how robust your design choices must be. Picture: iStock

Hi Kieran

We are planning a new build and have bought a site with coastal views that we are delighted with. I want to maximise the view we have and am considering a tall two-storey window. Can I ask if this is a good idea and is it done in many other homes?

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