Waterfront & Coastal Architecture | Florida | Southeastern U.S. | Caribbean | 850.777.9095
d.l.stenstrom architect
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waterfront residential buidling site, santa rosa sound, pensacola beach, fl
Project Types
We specialize in the design of waterfront & coastal building projects, including:
  • hurricane resistant building design
  • custom waterfront home design
  • modern beach house design
  • elevated homes on pilings
  • flood resistant home design
  • reinforced concrete structures
  • ICF structures
  • steel framed structures
  • engineered wood structures
  • minimalist residential design
  • pre-fabricated structures
  • restaurant & bar design
  • professional offices & retail shops
waterfront residential buidling site, gulf of mexico, pensacola beach, fl
Professional Focus
Building a structure where water meets land is one of the world's most inherently beautiful, dangerous and exciting opportunities - this is the focus of D.L. Stenstrom Architect. A minimalist philosophy and search for simplicity is the catalyst behind the dynamic nature of his work. Truthful expression of structure, revealing the innate character of materials and exploring our delicate relationship with nature are consistent themes linking projects together. Concrete construction, hurricane resistant design and elevated structures are areas of considerable training and expertise. Clients selecting D.L. Stenstrom Architect are provided with the highest level of professional service and will be utilizing the most advanced building technologies and products available in order to withstand the hazards of the coastal environment.

coastal building environment, gulf of mexico, pensacola beach, fl
Bio
Mr. Stenstrom holds a Bachelor of Design in Architecture from the University of Florida and a Master of Architecture from the University of Michigan. His 28 years of project experience includes military, industrial, healthcare, high-rise, restaurants and compelling waterfront homes. Don is a licensed architect (AR0015534) and licensed building contractor (CGC1509565) in the State of Florida. He has also served as a construction analyst and nationwide building inspection trainer for the United States Federal Government. The materials and methods of coastal construction, traditional Japanese architecture, and structural science are areas of personal interest & study. The work of D.L. Stenstrom has been featured in galleries, newspapers, books and magazines