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New Jersey-based Mowery Marsh Architects crafted this midcentury modern house situated on a beautiful wooded property in Montlake, a neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. The home was originally constructed in 1957 by Seattle–based architect Hawley Adelbert Dudley, who used it as his personal residence. During the same year this home was built, the Seattle Times awarded it “Home of the Month” in September.
Structurally, the home was in great condition, yet the interior felt closed off and lacked a visual connection to its beautiful surroundings. The homeowners requested a complete overhaul, beginning with the exterior facade, which now features updated siding and brand-new windows, creating a unified aesthetic. Continue below to see the results of this stunning renovation. Be sure to continue below to see some before the remodel photos and the floor plans!
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT Mowery Marsh Architects BUILDER Mark Patterson Construction STRUCTURAL ENGINEER Dibble Engineers INTERIOR DESIGN Kaylen Flugel Design
Above: In the front entry, the design team opened up an enclosed stairwell, while introducing a lighter color palette to keep things bright and airy. White walls, concrete flooring and minimal trim produces clean lines and a modern aesthetic.
Above: The home’s entry connects to the open concept kitchen and living room. The upper level mezzanine was once closed off, but the renovation involved tearing down walls to illuminate the space with natural light and further connecting it to the outdoors. This space features soaring ceilings with warm wood ceiling boards and polished concrete floors—with radiant heat. In the kitchen, concrete countertops, a Carrara marble backsplash and deep black stained cabinetry.
What We Love About This Midcentury Home
This midcentury modern renovation project features clean lines and a light and airy palette that is simply spectacular. The double-volume, open-concept great room is fabulous. We are loving the black-and-white palette in the kitchen. But our favorite space in this house has to be the rooftop deck! What a fantastic spot to relax while enjoying amazing views of this peaceful setting.
Tell Us: What do you think of the overall renovation of this home? Are there any details that you would have done differently? Please share your thoughts in the Comments below!
Note: Be sure to have a look at a couple of other amazing home tours we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of Washington: A modern refuge nestled in the woodlands of the Puget Sound Peninsula and A warm and welcoming modernist cabin in Washington’s Methow Valley.
Above: From this vantage point, you can see through the stairwell to the front entry. The wood-clad ceiling infuses warmth and character into the black and white color scheme.
Above: The long brass edge pulls were custom-sized from E.R. Butler & Co., adding a touch of warmth to this striking kitchen.
Above: The living room features a brand new, floor-to-ceiling fireplace, creating a welcoming focal point to the space. Expansive windows helps to visually connect this space with the outdoors.
Above: The windows are in the same places, yet the architects reworked them to improve sight lines. The original frames obstructed views with have a horizontal division while standing. Now the frames are at chair rail height, creating a clear, visual connection.
Above: The family room originally had short ribbons windows, which have been replaced with a wall of glass. This helps to blur the boundaries between indoors and out.
Above: An en-suite master bedroom retreat connects to the adjoining bathroom through pocket doors. The bathroom boasts an integrated skylight to help illuminate the space with natural light.
Above: In the bathroom, a Carrara marble countertop and backsplash, custom white cabinetry, frameless mirror and concrete flooring helps to create a fresh, clean aesthetic.
Above: A sliding glass door connects the en-suite bedroom to the outdoors. Generous overhands and period lighting are in keeping with the home’s roots.
Above: A home office is located on the upper mezzanine level, looking out onto the rooftop terrace.
Above: The rooftop terrace invites you to relax and entertain with an outdoor lounge outfitted in stylish, comfortable furnishings. From here, sweeping views stretch across the verdant Seattle hills, creating a serene backdrop for gatherings. Nestled on a sprawling, wooded 10,000‑square‑foot property, the home offers both privacy and a deep connection to nature.
Micentury Home Before The Renovation
Above: This space was transformed into the kitchen. Kaylen Flugel Design (pictured above) had the vision to see past the low ceilings and dark paneling.
Above: The kitchen before the remodel. See the construction image below to see how this space was changed.
Above: These beautiful stairs and two-story windows were hidden behind a low ceiling and dark panelling.
Above: The midcentury living room before the remodel.
Above: The midcentury patio before the renovation.
FLOOR PLANS
PHOTOGRAPHER Haris Kenjar Photography
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