100 Years of History

Aquatecture Associates, Inc., Architects & Planners, is proud to announce the 100-year anniversary of their building and its service to the community of Point Pleasant Beach.

Completed in 1915, it served as the fire house for Ocean Fire Company No.1, which was founded in 1885 (both dates are still visible on the facade).

Purchased by Aquatecture Associates, Inc. in 1998, the building exterior was completely restored to its original historic context and the building now serves as the home of Aquatecture Associates, Inc., Architects & Planners, as well as the Ocean Star Newspaper.

Winning several awards for adaptive reuse and furthering cultural heritage, the building is a reminder of Aquatecture Associates, Inc. commitment to keeping history alive in Point Pleasant Beach.

Proposed Oceanfront Residence, Toms River, NJ

Proposed Oceanfront Residence, Toms River, NJ

Aquatecture founded 1984

In 1984 on November 13th, Gregory Cox and John Amelchenko founded Aquatecture Associates, Architects & Planners Inc. Our firm has been providing Custom residential and Commercial design services to the Jersey Shore and beyond for 31 years. We have had the privilege to work with over 1,300 clients. As we reflect on our years in business, we are proud to know that we continue to provide the same quality of service to all our clients. A small sample of many of our successful projects can be found on our website at www.aquatecture.com

Proposed Renovation & Lift on the Oceanfront in Bay Head

Current street view

Proposed street view

Current ocean view

Proposed ocean view

New Oceanfront Residence

New Residence, Point Pleasant Beach, NJ

A new residence on the top of the inland waterway.

Natural stone, cedar and copper form the material palette for this 3600 square residence.

Occupants of the great room have water views and 

natural light in a casual entertaining space.

An elevator integrates seamlessly into the traditional design.

The French door in the master bedroom leads out 

to a private covered balcony.

A covered balcony off the master bedroom 

provides an outdoor room with a view.

Built-ins make an attic functional and beautiful.

Contemporary Beach Bungalow, Ocean Beach II

Stucco finish with metal roof and solar panels

Steel Trellis Detail

Glass Canopy  

Bifold Doors open the living space to the outdoors

Polished Concrete Floors with stainless detail

Addition/Renovation in Point Pleasant Beach

Current

Proposed

New Custom Residence, Bay Head, NJ

New 2 1/2 story custom residence with an outdoor living room located in Bay Head.

Street View

Street View

View from rear yard

Outdoor Living Room

Photographs by Stephen Govel Photography

House Lift

House lift in Bay Head nearing completion

Before

Proposed

Current

Cape Cod Renovation Manasquan, NJ

 Before

Design rendering

In construction

Rebuilding a Stronger Jersey Shore

Aquatecture Associates, Inc. latest ocean front design in Toms River is being built to exacting engineering standards to withstand whatever Mother Nature may throw it's way.

The new design will embody the Jersey Shore aesthetic of the dwelling that was devastated by Super Storm Sandy.

After Sandy 10-29-12

New home progress 4-3-15

Best Kitchen Award

Congratulations to Padula Builders, Inc. for receiving the Best Kitchen Award from Shore Builders Chapter of NJ Builders Association. 

This is one of five prestigious awards received at the most recent FAME Awards for projects designed by Aquatecture Associates Inc.

Photographs by Patricia Burke

Hickory Pines Community of the Year

Congratulations to Prima Corporation for receiving the Community of the Year Award from Shore Builders Chapter of NJ Builders Association. 

This is one of five prestigious awards received at the most recent FAME Awards for projects designed by Aquatecture Associates Inc.

Spruce Model

Congratulations to Padula Builders, Inc. for receiving the Best Master Bathroom Award from Shore Builders Chapter of NJ Builders Association. 

This is one of five prestigious awards received at the most recent FAME Awards for projects designed by Aquatecture Associates Inc.

Photographs by Patricia Burke

Congratulations to Prima Corporation for receiving the Community of the Year Award from Shore Builders Chapter of NJ Builders Association. 

This is one of five prestigious awards received last night for projects designed by Aquatecture Associates Inc.

Aquatecture Associates Inc., Architects and Planners, introduces “The Beachhouse” prototype, an economical solution to elegant seashore living.

In a compact footprint ,comprising 2200 square feet of open plan living space, “The Beachhouse” provides a ground level foyer, parking and ample storage.

Two levels of living contain such desirable amenities as 4 bedrooms and three baths. A flex space on the first floor can be a den, office, or first floor bedroom. A large elevated first floor deck contains an outdoor shower making returning from the beach, boat, or pool a snap.

The Master Bedroom has a large walk in closet and optional balcony. The Master Bath has double vanities, and a two person shower.

“The Beachhouse” has been designed to exceed today’s rigid building requirements for construction in flood and hurricane zones.

Plans are available for purchase and ready for building permits, and can be customized by our team of Architects and Designers.

The "Beachhouse"

by

Aquatecture Associates Inc. 

Architects and Planners 

House lift in Point Pleasant Beach, NJ
This traditional cape will be lifted to comply with the FEMA base flood height.  The homeowners engaged Aquatecture Associates to compliment its style with exterior elements including a covered porch, a focal point second floor dormer and a gabled box window above the new garage entry.