Beach houses have long been associated with traditional architecture, but architects worldwide are reinventing this concept by swapping roofs for pools and introducing scenarios with guaranteed “wow” effects.

If we have your attention, we can begin: here are 5 luxury seaside homes that have left us in awe.

Casa 11 Mujeres by Mathias Klotz

Perched atop a cliff near Santiago, Chile, this three-story vacation home by Mathias Klotz was created to accommodate a family and includes a cantilevered balcony and a multi-level staircase descending to the beach below.

Mirage House by Kois Associated Architects

Featuring a spectacular pool roof, the Mirage House was conceived by the studio Kois Associated Architects as a cavernous home built on the Greek island of Tinos. The project is yet to be completed, but many are already dreaming.

Casa Rambla by LAND Arquitectos

The roof of this idyllic seaside house in Chile, by the studio LAND Arquitectos, is supported by columns that allow the glass walls to provide panoramic views: they shelter outdoor spaces including a barbecue area and a veranda overlooking the ocean.

Seaside House by A2 Architects

A glass corridor connects the two halves of this house, designed to replace an outdated chalet on the Irish coast. One side contains a spacious living and dining area, while everything else faces the ocean.

House by architects Antonio Citterio and Terry Dwan

In fact, Antonio Citterio and Terry Dwan have two houses, as space is a vital issue for both. Her house is on Mount Portofino, in Liguria, where the residence is in constant dialogue with the sea.

Casa Girasole, El Port de la Selva, Costa Brava

Cadaval & Solà-Morales built a house that is also a solar collector, a huge sunflower, composed of units arranged differently to capture every bit of the landscape.