LONG BEACH ISLAND FOUNDATION OF THE ARTS AND SCIENCES 2025 ANNUAL SEASHORE HOUSE TOUR
Photography by John Martinelli
We’re Back!
Welcome to the 59th year of the LBIF Annual Seashore House Tour! Excitement has been building over the past year as we have gone through the many steps to arrive at this day.
Whether the sun is shining brightly or not, you can always anticipate a fun-filled day with family and friends on beautiful Long Beach Island. If you’ve been here before, we’re excited to have you back and if you’re checking it out for the first time, we’re thrilled you decided to join us.
Our 2025 tour promises to be an exciting showcase of the area’s talented architects, designers and builders. You will visit very special properties where discriminating and creative homeowners have generously opened their doors to us. We invite you to savor the architecture, design and finishes both indoors and out. Most importantly, relax and enjoy your day. As always, we thank you for your support and remind you to mark your calendars for next year!
Writer Gillian Rozicer
Mindy Berman and Marie Potochney
Where Art + Science Meet the Shoreline
Nestled on 22 acres of stunning coastal beauty, the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences (LBIF) is a vibrant hub where creativity, curiosity, and community thrive. Just steps from the bay, our dynamic nonprofit brings people together to explore the worlds of art and science in meaningful, hands-on ways, all in a setting that feels equal parts inspiring and serene.
Art That Inspires, Programs That Connect
From contemporary gallery shows to pottery classes and figure drawing workshops, LBIF offers year-round opportunities to experience and create art. Our galleries showcase a broad mix of regional, national, and international talent, including exhibitions like Works on Paper, One Night Only, and the much-celebrated Plein Air Plus show. During the winter, our annual Holiday Market turns the campus into a festive celebration of handmade goods and local makers. Artists of all ages and skill levels can dive into our studio programs, especially in our state-of-the-art ceramics facility, a true gem for clay enthusiasts.
Science Comes to Life
At LBIF, science isn’t something you just read about, it’s something you walk through, dig into, and experience firsthand. Explore our Nature Trail winding through salt marshes, get your hands dirty during Discovery Days, or bring the family to one of our most beloved traditions: Barnegat Bay Day. Our eco-science programs, like Science Saturdays, highlight the importance of coastal conservation while making learning fun, engaging, and deeply connected to our unique barrier island environment.
Summer Camps That Spark Wonder
Each summer, LBIF becomes a second home to curious young minds eager to explore, create, and connect. Our summer camps are designed to ignite imagination, offering week-long sessions in visual arts, nature studies, marine biology, ceramics, performing arts, and more. Campers spend their days painting, sculpting, exploring the marsh, or launching science experiments, always guided by passionate educators who make learning an adventure. These programs build friendships, confidence, and lasting memories that stretch far beyond the shoreline.
A Stunning Setting for Life’s Celebrations
Looking for a one-of-a-kind venue? Our bayside campus offers breathtaking views and natural charm, perfect for weddings, milestone events, and meaningful gatherings. With wetlands, gardens, and wide-open skies as your backdrop, creativity and personalization know no bounds. We encourage environmentally conscious choices to reflect our commitment to preserving this incredible shoreline we call home.
Wellness by the Water
LBIF’s approach to creativity extends to the body and mind. Our wellness programming includes a variety of fitness offerings designed to energize and rejuvenate. From yoga on our expansive decks to guided meditation and wellness workshops, we support holistic health through movement and mindfulness. Our tennis and pickleball courts are lively all summer long, welcoming players of all levels for lessons, leagues, and casual play. It’s a place to sweat, stretch, and socialize, just steps from the bay breeze.
More Than a Place---A Community
LBIF is where childhood memories are made and summer traditions take root. It’s where residents, visitors, artists, and scientists come together to explore, grow, and connect. Membership supports our mission and ensures that future generations can continue to enjoy this rare intersection of the arts and sciences, nestled between earth, sky, and sea.
Come for a class, stay for the sunset, and leave with a renewed sense of wonder.
Seventy-Seven Summers of Community
For 77 years, the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences, fondly known as LBIF, has been a place where creativity flourishes, ideas take flight, and the natural beauty of the Jersey Shore meets bold cultural expression. With its roots firmly planted in both artistic and scientific exploration, LBIF stands as a rare and remarkable institution that continues to evolve with the needs and passions of its community.
Founded in 1948 by visionary artist and educator Boris Blai, LBIF was created as a space where individuals could grow their talents, challenge their thinking, and connect with others in meaningful ways. Blai, a former student of the legendary Auguste Rodin and the founding dean of the Tyler School of Art at Temple University, brought his belief in the transformative power of art and education to the windswept dunes of Long Beach Island. He partnered with architect George Daub to create the campus’s main building, a striking mid-century modern structure that remains the centerpiece of the Foundation today, its clean lines, open spaces, and sense of invitation still welcoming to all.
What began as a seasonal arts collective has blossomed into a versatile, year-round nonprofit offering exhibitions, studio classes, lectures, nature programs, and community events that draw people of all ages and backgrounds. LBIF’s mission has always been to foster the creative arts and sciences side by side, giving beachgoers, residents, and lifelong learners a place to explore painting and pottery one day, and marine biology or environmental sustainability the next.
Art lovers will find curated exhibitions in our light-filled gallery, artist talks, and workshops across disciplines, from printmaking and painting to wheel throwing and sculpture. Science enthusiasts and nature lovers can take in the views along our coastal Nature Trail, dive into family-friendly Discovery Days and Science Saturdays, or join the fun at Barnegat Bay Day, a signature event celebrating our fragile and beautiful ecosystem.
LBIF is also a gathering space, a setting for weddings, concerts, film screenings, and moments that matter. Our 22-acre campus includes wetlands, a nature trail, ceramics studios, tennis and pickleball courts, dynamic
classroom spaces, and stunning waterfront views that shift with every season.
In this, our 77th year, LBIF remains true to its founding spirit: a place where art and science inspire, where curiosity is nurtured, and where people of all ages come together to create something lasting. With every exhibition, every class, every walk on our trails or paddle across the bay, the LBIF story grows richer, and you’re invited to be a part of it.
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Barnegat Light
Architect CWB Architecture
Builder Stonehenge Building Co.
Kitchen Design Francie Milano Kitchens, Inc.
Interior Design Homeowner
Landscape/ Outdoor Living Beechwood
Landscape Architecture & Construction
This six-bedroom reverse living home is all about outdoor access. Almost every room has an open door to the ocean.
Mornings begin with sunrise and coffee on the private primary bedroom deck. Evenings end with cocktails passed around the fire pit and dinner prepared in the outdoor summer kitchen. Good times all day on the beach and in the heated gunite pool are accompanied by the endless blue sea and under the watchful eye of Old Barney.
The adventurous owners began their beach life in Little Egg Harbor, with summers in Ship Bottom and sailing their Sol Cat on Barnegat Bay. This love of LBI led them to Barnegat Light and, as they say, “The best move ever.”
Antiques and much-loved original art abound here. As does an open concept custom chef’s kitchen with a large island making meal prep a family affair.
The owners are film buffs and watching movies together is a must in the luxurious second floor home theater with an automated recessed screen and in-cabinet projector.
A big surprise is the ground level game room featuring billiards, pinball, racing, and winetasting on a hand-made barnwood table!
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Oceanview decks and a sleek pool define this coastal escape
Photos Jeannette Michelson
Photo Osprey Perspectives
Right Vintage vibes with a cheers ful popcorn cart
Loveladies
Architect Ten10 Architecture
Builder JDM Andrews
Construction, Inc.
Kitchen Design Jenave Kitchen & Bath, LLC
Interior Design
Homeowner
Landscape/ Outdoor Living Bay Avenue Plant Company
Think of every bedroom as an oasis…with its own spa bath, a private sunlit balcony, a unique color palette and water views of the bay and Loveladies marsh. This contemporary sparkles with innovative ideas.
A showstopping, glass walled wine closet greets guests at the entrance. A connecting open kitchen shines with quartz countertops rich with waves of deep ocean blue.
The great room is anchored with an ownerdesigned and crafted teak and mahogany coffee table. Magic happens when glass doors fold away opening to outdoor seating and dining spaces. Motorized screens and built in heat challenge LBI’s seaside weather.
Outside a pool deck and jet ski lift edge the lagoon. The porcelain tile around the pool is non-slip and stays cool in summer. A funky clay sculpture, evidence of Loveladies’ artistic history, is a treasured memento and presides over a peaceful front seating area.
Photos Jeannette Michelson
Photo Real Estate Cinema
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A sleek and stylish glass wine wall
Brilliant hues of blue!
Photo Real Estate Cinema
Harvey Cedars
Drafting & Design
Nicholas J. Engelbert
Renovation
Island Earth Company
Interior Design Homeowner
Landscape/ Outdoor Living Bay Avenue Plant Company
Imagine opening a wall of shutters with one finger and drifting off in a breezy screened sleeping porch with Kinsey Cove almost lapping at your toes. Renovated by the current owner in the early 2000’s to create a relaxing gathering place for a growing family, prepare to fall in love with this enchanting, expanded cottage in Harvey Cedars.
Four bedrooms with multiple beds, a sleepin office, and a curl-up-and-stay covered porch along the front of the house, all say we are delighted you’re here. There are so many places to go in the house, it makes for easy entertaining and invites guests to linger, says the owner.
During your visit you will be charmed by all the collections. From a lovely seascape mural and painted plovers by a local artist, to life-sized beach sculptures, antique furniture and seashore memorabilia, there are delights at every turn. Enjoy.
Photos Jeannette Michelson
Right Vintage sand pails add a playful, nostalgic flair
Reflecting the Essence of LBI through Landscape Design
by Jamie Hand
Jamie Hand has worked for over twenty years in arts, culture, and community development, and is opening a landscape design studio and retail gallery in Harvey Cedars in Spring 2026.
Ask anyone who lives on Long Beach Island what they love about the island, and you’ll likely get responses that touch on all five senses: the distinct smell of the salt air and ocean as you drive across the causeway, the crisp feeling of an outdoor shower after a long day in the sun, the sound of early morning seagulls and songbirds or the crunch of oyster shells on your driveway, the consistently vivid colors of a sunset over the bay, the taste of a ripe tomato or blueberry at the height of summer. Even during the off-season -- and some locals might argue especially during the off-season -- LBI has a unique ambience unmatched by many other Jersey Shore towns.
Generations of families have spent their summers or made a life on LBI because of its ties to the commercial and recreational fishing industries (and the incredible seafood that comes with it), its low-key surf culture and creative communities, or its remarkable natural assets:
sandy beaches, expansive dunes and maritime forest on the north and south ends, coastal wetlands, and the plants and wildlife adapted to the distinct conditions of an eighteen mile barrier island. Everyone is subject to the seasonal rhythms and dramatic power of the landscape and climate patterns on LBI; one might even argue that the deeply ingrained emotional connections that many of us have forged with this particular stretch of the coast are explicitly because of its landscape.
The architecture and landscape architecture fields often use a Latin term, “genius loci,” to describe this unique atmosphere or sense of place. Defined by Merriam-Webster as “the pervading spirit of a place,” its roots in Roman society translated to “the genius of the place” and referred quite literally to a community’s protective spirit or presiding deity. Eighteenth century English poet and classical scholar Alexander Pope
Barnegat Light dune garden.
Photo credit: Brown and Quattrocchi Landscape Group
is credited with bringing the concept of “genius loci” into garden design with the following lines from his poem Epistle IV:
“Consult the genius of the place in all; That tells the waters or to rise, or fall; Or helps th’ ambitious hill the heav’ns to scale, Or scoops in circling theatres the vale; Calls in the country, catches opening glades, Joins willing woods, and varies shades from shades, Now breaks, or now directs, th’ intending lines; Paints as you plant, and, as you work, designs.”
Writing in an era that favored elaborate French and Italianate gardens, Pope encouraged an alternative approach to landscape design that respected the inherent qualities and character of a place. In modern architectural practice, architects like Frank Lloyd Wright and Luis Barragán are famously known for their embrace of a site’s genius loci, allowing context and elements of the natural landscape to drive their designs.
Embracing a sense of place brings an authenticity and timelessness to a building or garden design, elevating spaces from being merely functional to having a meaningful connection to history, community identity, and the natural environment. Longtime LBI residents lament the loss of character and cherished memories as enormous new ‘cookie cutter’ houses replace small businesses or modest cape homes on the island, or as once forested or wetland properties get
paved over with asphalt. We intuitively know when developments feel out of place or generic, yet we don’t always recognize the power of good design to proactively strengthen these connections and to cultivate a sense of belonging and well-being.
Design that is rooted in the genius loci of LBI is inherently more sustainable as well -- whether it’s because a building is made out of regionally produced materials, or a garden is composed of salt-tolerant native plants that naturally withstand local weather patterns and support local plant and animal ecosystems. Bringing flowering native plants into a vegetable garden, for example, can attract pollinators that are needed to help vegetables fruit, and improve the overall biodiversity of a site.
On a larger scale, landscape design choices have the potential to significantly impact LBI’s resilience (or lack thereof) in the face of a changing climate. Maintaining or restoring dune systems provides critical, natural protection against the increasing frequency and intensity of storms. Salt marshes and natural shorelines along the bay similarly provide sponge-like wave attenuation that is far more effective than bulkheads will ever be in flooding conditions. Regional planning efforts like Resilient LBI have surfaced natural landscape solutions that are crucial for the long-term
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Fallingwater by Frank Lloyd Wright. Photo credit: Venti Views/Unsplash
sustainability of our dynamic coastal ecosystem, which public and private property owners alike can embrace to become active stewards of LBI’s resilience.
The LBI community is fortunate to have a deep bench of landscape architects and designers, contractors, and horticulturists who can bring these approaches to both private homes and public properties on the island. We have no shortage of garden enthusiasts, either: the Garden Club of Long Beach Island has 175 members who advance the club’s mission “to further, in every way, interest in gardening and kindred subjects and to cooperate with all programs for the improvement in planting, conservation, environment and beautification of our island.” Landscapes that reflect the “spirit of place” can manifest in countless ways, from natural
dunescapes and native flower gardens to intimate family gathering spaces and kitchen gardens that showcase New Jersey’s abundant seasonal produce.
In this Barnegat Light garden, Don Brown and Paul Quattrocchi of Brown Quattrocchi Landscape Group embraced the unique qualities of the property -including a native Sassafras grove and the natural dune topography -- to create a series of intimate and useable outdoor living and entertaining spaces. Hardy pines; native cedars and bayberry shrubs; perennials like Viginia sweetspire; and the soothing sound of water features further integrate the formal garden into the natural environment as it cascades down the dunes.
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Photo credit: Brown and Quattrocchi Landscape Group
This bayfront property, designed by Reynolds Landscape Architects & Construction, celebrates another approach to outdoor living with ample opportunities for gathering, entertaining, and recreation extending from the home to the water. Strategic plantings create a feeling of intimacy around the firepit, dune grasses planted along the pool deck soften the hardscape as they catch the bay breezes, and it’s not hard to imagine endless games of bocce with a cocktail in hand as the sun sets over the bay.
In this fabulous mid-century Loveladies home recently restored by its owners, famed local designer Don Russell considered the site and landscape integral to the design of the house. The placement of the house relative to mature trees, the central courtyard, and framed views of the bay beyond exemplify the ethos of living with the land and sea -- blurring the lines between indoor and outdoor and embracing the beauty of LBI’s natural landscape as part of the architecture itself.
In this historic Barnegat Light home, the owners preserved not only the 19th century architecture but also the native Eastern Red Cedar and American Holly trees throughout the property. Here the native woods offer a natural screen, enhancing privacy from the street while also preserving much needed habitat for birds, turtles, and other creatures within the island’s ecosystem.
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Photo credit: Michael Spark Photography, courtesy of Reynolds Landscape Architects & Construction
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Photo credit: Jeannette Michelson
Left Photo credit: Jamie Hand
For this magnificent oceanfront property in Loveladies, Bay Avenue Plant Company elegantly combines modern landscape design elements with reconstructed natural dunescapes. A formal entrance on Long Beach Boulevard, with flowering hydrangeas, grasses, and modern pavers, is paired with a meandering footpath that makes its way up to the house through pine, cedar, and holly trees, sprawling oakleaf hydrangeas, and hostas. Natural sand and stone underfoot add to the sense of authenticity and ‘wildness’ -- there is no question you are on a barrier island amidst maritime forests, with moments where not a single home is in sight.
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Photo credit: Ann Coen Photography, courtesy of Bay Avenue Plant Company
Creating a sense of place through landscape design doesn’t have to be formal, and can come through the humble act of gardening. Cultivating fruits and vegetables, in particular, allows us not only to experience the visual beauty of a garden but also to connect through taste, touch, sound, and smell. Third generation LBI resident Shea Puskas continues her family’s tradition of vegetable gardening on the island, reminding neighbors and clients that “everything on LBI revolves around the ocean, and the same goes for growing food. Sandy soil, trace minerals carried to our gardens from the sea breeze, and natural resources like seaweed, shells, and unpredictable nor’easters make for a unique growing experience.”
Genius loci is a powerful concept that should continue to guide landscape architecture and design on LBI. By recognizing and responding to the unique blend of LBI’s natural environment, sensory experiences, and cultural identity, designers and homeowners can create landscapes that are authentic, sustainable, and deeply connected to the spirit of our iconic coastline and its enduring appeal. Ultimately, respecting the sense of place leads to richer and more resilient landscapes for all who experience LBI -- whether that’s through a sunrise over the dunes in Barnegat Lighthouse State Park, kayaking through the marsh at LBIF, or enjoying a sunset from the comfort of your own dock overlooking the bay.
North Beach
Architect Jay Madden
Architect
Builder J.T. Tilton
Construction Company, Inc.
Kitchen Design Handmade Furniture Company
Interior Design Cobble Court Interiors, Inc.
Landscape/ Outdoor Living Living Landscapes, LLC
“This is the place I have dreamed of” reads the tiny sign shining from the fireplace of this spacious seashore masterpiece.
Six stately bedrooms and a luxurious open concept main living area confirm this sentiment. A massive quartz island defines the kitchen. From the first-floor dining room, a rounded, all-season porch reaches out and cozies up to the water’s edge.
From its bayfront location a grand wall of windows frames the causeway bridge and the surrounding water. Outside a sparkling pool awaits, while a sandy play space just beckons all for an impromptu volleyball game.
The floors throughout are character grade white oak with striking inlays, including a compass medallion. The sweeping polished staircase ascends through the home, evoking the feel of a stately lighthouse as it spirals upward.
The house is fittingly named “Jubilee.” It truly is a celebration of coastal elegance.
Photos Jeannette Michelson
Right Spiral staircase crowned by a striking chandelier
North Beach
Architect
Jay Madden
Architect
Builder
K. Scott
Construction, LLC
Interior Design
Homeowner
Landscape/ Outdoor Living
LBI Pools and Spas
Brick-It, LLC
Gathering all the golden sunrises and purple and orange sunsets, a striking modern house brings an amazing 8-mile view of Barnegat Lighthouse all the way to North Beach.
The exterior, a stunning, unlikely combination of Boral siding, mahogany wood and patinated copper launches the modern industrial theme. The interior flooring is luminous and chic – large pearl-gray Italian tile throughout.
Unique surprises include many-layered, Venetian plaster walls offering a soft glow. Another is the trickling turquoise tile wall fountain custom designed by the owner. Sleek black luxury appliances define the gourmet kitchen.
Ceramic pieces by local artist Matt Burton flank the main living room fireplace. A live edge slab of maple burl tops the nearby coffee table.
After living in a cozy Cape Cod cottage for over two decades, the owners reimaged and rebuilt, creating a legacy for the next generation. Relaxing by the deep blue saltwater pool, snacking from the outdoor kitchen, and stargazing from the roof deck are just part of family times together.
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Bold and modern kitchen with marble, wood, and matte black accents.
Surf City
Architect
Studio Tagland Designs
Builder Patrick Moeller of Callan & Moeller
Kitchen Design Handmade Furniture Company
Interior Design
Homeowner and Patrick Moeller
Landscape/ Outdoor Living
Kline Brothers Landscaping
Whether it is a slice or a sauce, these Surf City homeowners love to cook. They’ve created a WOW kitchen for themselves and share it regularly to the delight of family and friends. Almost touching the bay where you can feel the breezes and relish the sunsets, the kitchen shines and glistens with reflective surfaces and mirrored tiles ready for the specialties of the house.
A favorite spot is the outdoor kitchen and dining space reached through folding glass doors and enclosed by retractable screens. The ground level cabana suite is always open for games and refreshments or step outside to the bocce court, private beach and 180-degree view of the pool, dock, and bay.
Nearly every bedroom boasts a pristine water view. And there’s plenty of room for everyone with seven bedrooms, including a red, white, and blue bunk room for sleepy young guests at the end of a glorious day.
Photo Patrick Moeller
Right Serene tiled bath with waterfront views.
Photo Patrick Moeller
Photo Patrick Moeller
Photo Greg Golden
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A&R Pools and Spas
Openings/Closings | Weekly Maintenance | Heater/Filter/Motor/Salt Repair www.arpoolservicenj.com | (609) 698-0048 | info@arpoolservicenj.com 323 South Main St., Barnegat, NJ 08005
A&R Pools and Spas
PDC Hot Tub, Swim Spa, & Cold Plunge Sales www.arpoolservicenj.com | (609) 698-0048 | info@arpoolservicenj.com 323 South Main St., Barnegat, NJ 08005
A. Richard Aitken Builder-Contractor
Custom Home Building | Additions/Renovations | Property Management www.araitken.com | (609) 494-6020 | info@araitken.com 302 Long Beach Blvd, Ship Bottom, NJ 08008 333 Route 9 West Creek, NJ 08092
Ash Outdoor Landscapes & Pools
Landscaping Design | Construction | Property Maintenance www.ashoutdoor.com | (609) 494-7007 | info@ashoutdoor.com 908 Long Beach Blvd, Surf City, NJ 08008
Atlantic Window & Door
Fenestration Consultation & Sales | Storefront Glass | Architectural & Builder’s Alliance www.awdnj.com | (888) 963-9130 | sales@awdnj.com 913 Asbury Ave., Asbury Park, NJ 07712
bay magazine
LBI’s #1 Leisure and Lifestyle Magazine www.bay-magazine.com | info@bay-mag.com Surf City, NJ 08008
Bayview Harbor Marina
Docks, Ports, and Fuel | Haul-Out | Winter and Spring Prep www.bayviewharbor.com | (609) 494-7450 | info@bayviewharbor.com 1301/1501 Bayview Ave., Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
Benee Scola & Company, Realtors
Real Estate Buying and Selling www.beneescola.com | (609) 494-0077 | benee@beneescola.com 7705 Long Beach Boulevard, Harvey Cedars, NJ 08008
Between the Sheets, LLC
Interior Design | Luxury Linens | Home Furnishings & Accessories www.betweenthesheetsnj.com | (609) 361-9297 | info@betweenthesheetsnj.net 2200 Long Beach Blvd., Surf City, NJ 08008
The Cheese Shoppe
Year-Round | Charcuterie Trays | Gourmet Groceries www.lbicheese.com | (609) 494-4630 | info@lbicheese.com
1800 Long Beach Blvd., Surf City, NJ 08008 615 N Bay Ave., Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Causeway Home Watch, LLC
Home Watch - Visual Interior, Exterior, & Ground’s Inspections | Emergency Services, Storm Preparation & “Boots on the Ground Service” | Deliveries & Contractor Service Recommendations www.causewayhomewatch.com | (609) 709-5934 | info@causewayhomewatch.com 762 Pennsylvania Ave., Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Cindy Kelly Kitchen Design
Kitchen & Bath Design | Cabinetry Design/Sales | Project Management www.cindykellykitchendesign.com | (732) 995-9686 | cindykellykitchendesign@outlook.com 325 9th St., Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Coastal Living Real Estate Group
Exclusive Luxury Listings & Sales | Elegant Island Rentals | Trusted Local Experts in RE www.coastallbi.com | (201) 280-2300 | bonnie@coastalliving.pro 18 S. Bay Ave., Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Faye Roeber
New Builds - Construction Design | Full Service Interior Design | Remodel & Renovations www.fayeroeberinteriors.com | (609) 709-7775 | fayeroeber@hotmail.com 535 Route 9, Waretown, NJ 08758
Havenpoint Home Management
Concierge Home Management | Year-Round Home Care | Peace of Mind www.havenpointhm.com | (609) 200-6059 | ben@havenpointhm.com Long Beach Island, NJ
Hutchison Fiberglass Pools & Spas
Tanning Ledges | Pool LED Lighting | Waterfalls & Spillovers www.hutchisonfiberglasspools.com | (609) 361-0202 | info@hutchisonfiberglasspools.com 3100 Long Beach Blvd., Brant Beach, NJ 08008
Jay Madden Architect
Architectural Swrvices | Green Residential Design | Models & Renderings www.jaymaddenarchitect.com | (609) 494-0909 | jaymaddenarchitect@comcast.net 7607 Long Beach Blvd., Harvey Cedars, NJ 08008
JDM Andrews Construction, Inc.
Custom Home Builder
www.jdmandrews.com | (609) 978-8855 | office@jdmandrews.com 1919 Long Beach Blvd., Ship Bottom, NJ 08008
Jodi Warren Designs
Interior Decorator www.jodiwarrendesigns.com | (610) 703-9580 | jodiwarrendesigns@gmail.com 202 Poplar Ave., Wayne, PA 19087 (mailing) | 23 Joan Road, Holgate, NJ 08008 (local)
Joy Luedtke Real Estate, LLC
Luxury Real Estate Properties & Homes for Sale www.joyislbi.com | (609) 494-8883 1907 Bayview Ave. at Historic Viking Village, Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
JS Pro Construction
Custom Home Builds & Additions | Preconstruction Services | Renovations Contractor www.jsproconstruction.com | (609) 262-7785 | office@jsproconstruction.com 28 Rodeo Drive, West Creek, NJ 08092
k+co LIVING
Full Service Interior Design | New Construction Interior Design | Renovation Interior Design www.kandcoliving.com | (973) 715-3427 | shop@kandcoliving.com 110 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven, NJ 08008
Lackland Self Storage
Boxes & Packing Supplies | Climate Controlled Units | Parking Spaces & Wide Driveways www.accessselfstorage.com | (609) 489-0900 309 E. Bay Ave., Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Mancini Custom Homes, Inc.
New Construction | Teardown/Rebuilds www.mancinicustomhomes.com | (609) 492-2400 | joe@mancinirealty.com 13515 Long Beach Blvd., Beach Haven Gardens, NJ 08008
Mancini Realty Co., Inc.
Listing Homes - Working with Sellers | Selling Homes - Working with Buyers www.mancinirealty.com | (609) 492-2256 | joe@mancinirealty.com 13515 Long Beach Blvd., Beach Haven Gardens, NJ 08008
Mark Reynolds Project Management
New Home Construction & Additions | Home Renovation Projects | Al Fresco Living Areas www.markreynoldsprojectmanagement.com | (609) 361-1300 201 East Bay Ave., Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Michael Pagnotta Architect
Architecture | Construction | Interior Design www.pagnotta.com | (609) 361-0011 | joyce@pagnotta.com 342 W. 9th Street, Ship Bottom, NJ 08008
Midouhas Architecture
Landscaping Design | Construction | Property Maintenance www.midouhasarchitects.com | (609) 709-5919 | stephen@midouhasarchitects.com 127 W. Kimberly Ave., Brant Beach, NJ 08008
Parnagian Architects
Architecture | Interior Design | Planning & Feasibility www.parnagianarchitects.com | (732) 279-7577 | info@parnagianarchitects.com 32 Monmouth Street, Floor 3, Red Bank, NJ 07701
Renaissance Property Management
Professional Property Management | Renovations | Home Watch www.RPMLBI.com | (609) 339-4074 | info@ RPMLBI.com
Reynolds Garden Shop
Garden Shop & Center | Floral Market | Landscaping & Construction www.reynoldsgardenshop.com | (609) 597-6099 | info@reynoldsgardenshop.com 201 / 227 East Bay Ave., Manahawkin, NJ 08050
Samuel Gordon Architects
Net Zero Energy Architectural Design | Interior Design | Landscape Design www.sgahome.com | (215) 500-3339 | sam@sgahome.com 80 Auburn Road, High Bar Harbor, NJ 08008
Sand Castle Bed & Breakfast
Luxury & Relaxation | Coastal Chic Mini Resort | Atlantic Shore Escape www.sandcastlelbi.com | (609) 494-6555 | info@sandcastlelbi.com 710 Bayview Ave., Barnegat Light, NJ 08006
Sand Dollar Real Estate
Real Estate Sales | Summer Rentals www.LBIrealestatenews.com | (609) 494-1130 | sanddollaronlbi@gmail.com 217 N. Long Beach Blvd., Surf City, NJ 08008
Stonehenge Building Co.
New Home Construction | Home Renovations www.stonehengebuilt.com | ( 609) 978-6599 & (609) 494-9900 | sharon@stonehengebuilt.com 168 North Main Street, Manahawkin, NJ 08050
T. Hill Contractors, LLC
Architecture | Construction | Design www.nussworks.com | (973) 715-9294 | t.hillcontractors@gmail.com 651 Morris Turnpike, Springfield, NJ 07081
Techno Sound & Video
Smart Home Integration | Security | Indoor/Outdoor Audio www.technosoundandvideo.com | (609) 607-7230 | office@technosoundandvideo.com 2020 Long Beach Blvd., Unit B - Ship Bottom, NJ 08008
Thomas J. Keller Building Contractor LLC
Coastal Construction | Commitment to Excellence | Communication & Collaboration www.thomasjkeller.com | (609) 494-2215 | info@thomasjkeller.com 4 North Long Beach Blvd. Surf City, New Jersey 08008
Woodhaven Lumber and Millwork
Kitchen Design & Installation | Window & Patio Door Installation | Custom Millwork & Moulding www.woodhavenlumber.com | (609) 597-1118 | woodhaven@woodhavenlumber.com 725 E. Bay Ave., Manahawkin, NJ 08050
The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts + Sciences wishes to thank our Blai Members for their support and generosity.
Blai Legacy Members
Erika Aaron and Marc Fliegelman
Patricia Adell and Jeffrey Sussman
Patti Aresty
Michele and Fred Ballet
Mary and Mike Beckett
Sheila and Mike Bergey
Lisa Brien and Peter Mundheim
DeBorah Brill and Family
Tracey Cameron and Jim Murtaugh
The Catalfano Family
Bonnie and Bill Clarke
Amy and Kevin Covert
The Davis Family
The DeBevoise Family
Bonnie and Jay Eisner
Suzanne and Michael Emmet
Tracy Evert and Daniel Fraser
Trish Faidiga
Paula and Adam Fein
Lynn and Harry Fryckberg
Christine and Rick Galiardo
Joan Galiardo and Family
Nancy and Carl Glaeser
Joyce and Alvin Glasgold
Wendy and Richard Glazer
Jamie Hand and Ted Hynes
Valerie and Thomas Haverty
Brian Jacobs and Family
Jennifer and Barry Jaruzelski
Tara and Chris Johnson
The Jones Family
Kim and Adam Kamens
Krissy Katzenstein and Michael Scott
Daniella Kerner and Stanley Lechtzin
Sandi and Tony Kosinski
Michael Lasky and Family
Constance and David Lees
Suzanne and Robert Levin
Debbie and Tom MacArthur
Patricia Mathews and Norm Epstein
Madeline and James McClure
Jordana and Jeff Michaels
Susan Michel
Guna and Robert Mundheim
The Neumann Family
Ilene and Ray Nolte
Elinor and Harold Oertell
Keslie Patch-Bohrod and Dr. William Bohrod
Sue Pohanka and Jay Madden
Kim and Bill Pressman
Dina Pruzansky and Mike Herman
Jean and Wayne Rath
Benée Scola
Fay and Robert Slotnick
Jules Slotnick
Jaclyn Stockton-Sooy and Gary K. Sooy
Barbara Spina
Jessica and Todd Strine
Sandra Strine and Ken Stein
Lisa and Jay Varon
Barbara and Joel Werbel
Anna and James Whitesell
The Wichler Family
The Zeldin Family
Blai Business Members + Annual Event Sponsors
A. Richard Aitken BuilderContractor
Ash Outdoor Landscaping & Pools
Bay Magazine
Bayview Harbor Marina
Benée Scola & Company, Realtors
The Cheese Shoppe
Hutchison Fiberglass Pools
Jay Madden Architect
JDM Andrews Construction, Inc.
Joy Luedtke Real Estate, LLC
JS Pro Construction
Lackland Self Storage
Mark Reynolds Project Management
Michael Pagnotta Architecture + Construction
Stephen Midouhas Architect
Parnagian Architects
Reynolds Garden Shop
Samuel Gordon Architects, P.C.
Sand Castle Bed & Breakfast
Stonehenge Building Co.
T. Hill Contractors, LLC
Techno Sound & Video
Thomas J. Keller Building Contractor
LLC
Woodhaven Lumber and Millwork
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THE North End Brokerage
With three generations of unmatched expertise, Joy and Lee Luedtke represent the pinnacle of real estate excellence on Long Beach Island. Born and raised on LBI’s North End, Joy has spent over 33 years marketing and selling the Island’s most prestigious properties. Joy’s thriving partnership with her son Lee adds an unparalleled third-generation approach to the firm – providing clients with insider knowledge spanning over half a century. Established in 1972 by Jean Luedtke, our family legacy is built on trust, integrity, and a tradition of first-class representation. When it comes to buying or selling on LBI, trust the firm that knows it best — generation after generation.
Luxury Landscapes. Timeless Design.
Where In your home. That’s where we can freshen up your home’s look or make your dream project come true - all within your budget.
Why The best home improvements for return on investment are to upgrade a kitchen or bath.
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How With a free initial consultation, we discuss your needs/ wants and then leave it up to us. No matter the scope of your project, you can have a space you have always dreamed of and know that you have made a good investment. We’d love to hear from you!
Who Jenave is headed by Jen and Dave Maslanka, a Where In your home. That’s where
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Thank You!
The Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts + Sciences honors our 2025 major advertisers
Thank you from all of us, to all of you!
All of us at the Long Beach Island Foundation of the Arts and Sciences appreciate each and every one of the organizations and individuals that come together each year to plan and execute one of the most beloved and successful happening and fundraising events, benefiting the Foundation and the LBI community.
Each year the House Tour committee and LBIF staff work hard to create a memorable and fun experience for all attendees. We are grateful that Woodhaven Lumber & Millwork put their support behind the event once again as the Seashore House Tour Sponsor. We thank Mindy Berman and Marie Potochney for taking on the role of Co-Chairs for 2025. With the need to gather more than two hundred volunteers to successfully execute the event, their leadership was on display and our volunteer commitment year after year is invaluable. But it is the guests who attend this day that bring the energy, curiosity and festiveness that make the tour come alive.
There are no adequate words to express our gratitude to the homeowners who generously opened their homes to give us all a peek into their personal refuge. Inside and out, their homes inspire, delight, and energize all who visit, linger, and imagine. The homeowners are the heroes who make this day possible!
The tour brochure is the result of the creative collaboration of Taylor Jennings, Jeannette Michelson and Gillian Rozicer who generously offered their time and incredible talents to design this keepsake brochure. Thank you!
We appreciate the many varied architects, builders, designers, and landscape professionals who partner with homeowners to realize their visions and create the unique homes you experienced today. Each property is exceptional in its own way and is a result of so many gifted professionals. Artist Carol Nussbaum’s watercolor interpretations of each property, create lasting mementos of time and place.
As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization the LBIF counts on the generosity of the community for a portion of our funding each year. We acknowledge and offer sincere thanks to our 2025 business supporters and advertisers for their personal involvement, representation, and contribution. These organizations are outstanding, and we are fortunate to have their support. When you use their services, shop in their venues, or dine in one of their restaurants, please let them know you saw their advertisement in our brochure.
If you wish to get involved or nominate a home for next year, please let us know. We welcome you to join us! Wishing you an enjoyable August and see you in 2026!
Daniella Kerner Executive Director
Photo Taylor Friehl
