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Beachfront ICF Home

Plum Island, Newbury, Massachusetts

Modern two-story resilient home built on steel pylons

Coastal ResilienceStorm ResistantSustainable Design
Beachfront ICF Home
2
Stories
R-25+
Thermal Performance
6"
ICF Wall Forms
2
Months Build Time

Project Gallery

Construction progress and final results

Beachfront ICF home exterior

Beachfront ICF Home

Plum Island, MA

Ocean view from deck

Panoramic Ocean Views

Plum Island, MA

Steel pylon foundation

Steel Pylon Foundation

Plum Island, MA

Modern interior living space

Open Concept Living

Plum Island, MA

Project Overview

Located on the picturesque Plum Island in Newbury, Massachusetts, this beachfront ICF home represents the cutting edge of coastal construction. Built to face the challenges of New England's coastal environment, the home combines modern design with proven resilience technologies.

The home is elevated on steel pylons, providing protection against storm surge and rising sea levels while creating stunning views of the Atlantic Ocean. The flat rooftop serves as an outdoor living space, perfect for relaxation and entertaining with panoramic water views.

Project Highlight

Located on the picturesque Plum Island in Newbury, Massachusetts, this beachfront ICF home represents the cutting edge of coastal construction. Built ...

Project Goals

  • Design structure to withstand coastal storms and flooding
  • Minimize long-term maintenance requirements
  • Create open-concept spaces with panoramic ocean views
  • Achieve superior energy efficiency in harsh coastal climate
  • Build without support beams for expansive interior spaces

Engineering Excellence

Overcoming complex construction challenges

The Challenge

  • Extreme coastal weather including hurricanes and nor'easters
  • Rising sea levels and storm surge threats
  • Corrosive salt air environment
  • Need for column-free interior spaces
  • High energy costs for oceanfront properties

Our Solution

  • Logix ICF 6" wall forms for superior strength and insulation
  • Steel pylon foundation system elevating home above flood zones
  • ICF construction resistant to moisture and corrosion
  • ICF spans allowing expansive open-concept design
  • R-25+ continuous insulation reducing HVAC costs

Technical Specifications

High-performance materials and systems engineered for excellence

ICF System

Logix ICF 6" Wall Forms

Foundation

Steel Pylons

Insulation

R-25+ No Thermal Bridging

Design

Two-Story Modern

Performance Achievements

Energy Efficiency

50-70% reduction in energy costs

Structural Strength

6x stronger than wood frame

Longevity

100+ year lifespan

HVAC Systems

  • Radiant Floor Heat
  • Mini Split Systems
  • Heat Pumps
  • HRV (Heat Recovery Ventilation)

Special Features

  • Large Ocean-View Windows
  • Expansive Interior Spaces
  • Flat Rooftop Deck
  • No Support Beams

Construction Excellence

Advanced methodology and environmental benefits

ICF Methodology

1

Foundation Preparation

Precision foundation layout and rebar placement for optimal structural integrity

2

ICF Form Installation

Layer-by-layer installation with continuous insulation and rebar reinforcement

3

Concrete Pour & Cure

High-strength concrete pour with controlled curing for maximum performance

4

Systems Integration

Electrical, plumbing, and HVAC integration with superior energy systems

Environmental Benefits

50-70%
Energy Reduction
R-25+
Insulation Value
100+
Year Lifespan
Zero
Thermal Bridging
  • Reduced carbon footprint through superior insulation
  • Minimal thermal bridging eliminates energy waste
  • Disaster resilient construction reduces rebuild needs
  • Long lifespan reduces material consumption over time

Construction Progress

From concept to completion - visual journey

Project Progress100% Complete

Foundation

Site prep & foundation installation

ICF Installation

Forms, rebar & concrete pour

Systems

HVAC, electrical & plumbing

Completion

Finishing & final inspection

Transformation Journey

Construction beginning
Day 1

Project Start

Foundation and site preparation phase

Construction in progress
Mid-Build

Construction Phase

ICF forms and concrete installation

Project completed
Complete

Final Result

Beautiful, energy-efficient completion

3
Construction Phases
2
Project Duration
100%
Success Rate

Project Timeline

Construction progress from start to finish

Project Start

July 2022

Steel pylon foundation and site preparation began

ICF Installation

July-August 2022

Logix ICF 6" wall forms installed

Project Completion

August 2022

Final finishes and systems commissioned

Project Outcomes

Exceptional performance across all metrics

Storm Resilient

Withstands coastal weather extremes

Energy Efficient

Superior thermal performance

Low Maintenance

Durable materials and finishes

Open Design

Column-free interior spaces

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