Marimar McNaughton, Author at Our State

Marimar McNaughton

Award-winning journalist Marimar McNaughton has written about the architecture of coastal North Carolina for more than 30 years. She is the author of two books, including Outer Banks Architecture: An Anthology of Outposts, Lodges, and Cottages.

Photo Essay

Design in the Dunes: A Photo Essay

Not your average beach house: From the clean lines of a flat-top cottage in Southern Shores to the extravagant opulence of an Art Nouveau icon in Corolla, landmark architecture defines our coastal villages — and chapters of our history.

by Marimar McNaughton

Living in North Carolina

Modern Living in NC: The Beach House

Maritime relics, nautical touches, and an utterly modern design merge in an island home that’s both historic and contemporary.

by Marimar McNaughton

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