A coastal retreat in Denmark frames the rugged landscape

The 1960s design presaged today’s lust for light and openness

Jutting out into Nekselø Bay and Sejerø Bay, this 1968 house occupies a narrow coastal headland, and one of the most exposed in Zealand. This is Odsherred, an open coastal region in Denmark shaped by wind, water and the long, low contours of the shoreline. The architecture of this south-facing structure responds with an elevated stance, and full-height glazing that keeps the horizon in view from morning to evening.

The home’s plan remains true to the late-60s thinking that shaped it. Two linked living rooms form the upper level, connected to a functional kitchen that anticipated today’s open layouts. A well-proportioned bedroom completes this floor. Below, four additional rooms are arranged as bedrooms, supported by bathrooms and direct access to a sheltered, courtyard-like garden.

The 4,080sqm plot reinforces the home’s sense of orientation. Pines create privacy without interrupting sunlight, and the two-storey form remains uncommon for the area. Local landmarks, including Dragsholm Slot and Veddinge Bakker, sit within easy reach. It’s listed for 17.495.000 DKK with Adam Schnack.

Photography: courtesy of Adam Schnack.
Photography: courtesy of Adam Schnack.
Photography: courtesy of Adam Schnack.
Photography: courtesy of Adam Schnack.
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