Overlooking the Sea is a project designed by Rema Architects. The luxurious 150 sqm penthouse with a 150 sqm balcony in Ashdod, Israel, was purchased by the couple in their 30s, while still living in one of the lower floor apartments in the building, looking to upgrade. The couple wanted an upgrade to a fun home to raise their family, host guests, and of course a pool, which is a significant upgrade. Photography by Idan Saidi.

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The current home was designed with additional indulgences: a gym and office, walk-in closet, and more. Significant renovations were made including the master suite, showers, bathrooms, and kitchen. The planning and renovation took a year and a half.
“The process was great since we already know and understand the clients’ needs. However, we did change the location of the kitchen and living room functions. It makes more sense to position the kitchen near the exit to the balcony. Plus the kitchen gets a sense of privacy this way. The living room looks much more spacious in its current location. The layout is also more convenient functionally,” explains the designer Marina Rechter Rubinstein. In the entrance area, there is a coat closet for shoe storage and a seating area. The entrance features a wood-paneled wall that starts in the foyer and continues to the dining area. The living room has a spacious, oversized, 5 sqm long sofa, perfect for the whole family to lounge on, with chaise l...