This home on Figure Eight Island was originally planned as a vacation house, but the family decided to make it their full-time residence. North Carolina natives who had been living in Colorado, they returned home and chose a narrow, challenging lot that many considered unbuildable. The house was designed to fit the site, with a long layout that captures views of the sound and Intracoastal Waterway. A central glass stairwell at the back of the home creates a treehouse effect, letting natural light in as you move through the space. Built for a family who loves surfing, paddleboarding, and being outdoors, the home is a comfortable base for an active coastal lifestyle.