This striking modern dwelling was designed by David Coleman Architecture, located in the Wallingford neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. This house demonstrates the potential of outside-the-box conceptualization and the value of adaptive reuse as applied to a modest, residential program. An existing, gable-roofed farmhouse – built in the early 20th century and located in the rear yard setback – […]
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Contemporary shingle style house on the shores of Lake Washington
Designed by Stuart Silk Architects along with Amy Baker Interior Design, this contemporary shingle style property is nestled on a narrow site on Lake Washington. The two-story, 5,400 square foot home was constructed in the Washington Park neighborhood, surrounded by trees and overlooking the lake and the Cascade Mountains. The exterior facade features zinc roof shingles and […]
Condo capturing views over Lake Washington gets sleek makeover
A couple of empty nesters decided to downsize, purchasing this 60s high-rise condo, renovated by architect Steve Hoedemaker and designer Garret Cord Werner. Rising twenty-two stories above Lake Washington, this sleek Seattle pad features open spaces and materials that reflect that of the Pacific Northwest. The goal of this project was to capture the essence of the previous lakeside […]
Fascinating energy efficient home overlooking Puget Sound
This energy efficient home on Elliot Bay is the imagination of FINNE Architects, nestled on a narrow plot offering sweeping views of Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains in Seattle, Washington. When designing the home, the architect took into consideration the narrow property, surrounding views and his clients (a couple of empty nesters) affinity of the outdoors as well […]
School house converted into loft style dwelling in Seattle
An historical school house has been converted into a stunning loft style dwelling by Mark Ashby Design, located in the historic Queen Anne district of Seattle, Washington. This grand residence is set in a privileged location just blocks from the water. The project entailed a full scale remodel of the property, preserving structural details and infusing the spaces with […]
Dutch Colonial home in Washington with comfortable charm
This beautiful Dutch Colonial style home with a traditional interior styling was designed by Paul Moon Design, located in the Yarrow Point neighborhood of Seattle, Washington.
Three-story modern pad built for cyclists in Seattle: Cycle House
Cycle House was recently designed for two avid bicyclists and their 18 bicycles by Chadbourne + Doss Architects, located in Seattle, Washington. The newly built 2,400 square foot residence is sited at the intersection of two major bike routes in the Mount Baker neighborhood of Seattle. The lot is narrow, but has lake and mountain views to […]
Light-flooded custom-spec house nestled hillside in Seattle
The Madison Park House is the latest custom-spec house to be designed and built by architecture firm First Lamp, located in Seattle, Washington. Situated on an existing steep slope lot in the Madison Park neighborhood of Seattle the house grows out of the hillside and allows the main living space to float out amongst the […]
Seattle Box Remodel by Board and Vellum
The Seattle Box Remodel project is a full-house remodel of a 1902 traditional home, brought up to date by the architecture studio Board and Vellum, located in Seattle, Washington’s Capitol Hill neighborhood. Crisp white trim and dark floors, along with built-in cabinetry and special details, really tie the whole home together. The brightly colored 3,300-square-foot, […]
Mid-century modern renovation: Laurelhurst Residence
Laurelhurst Residence is a remodel and addition to an existing 1960’s mid-century modern classic designed by Coop 15 Architecture in conjunction with Robin Chell Design, located in Seattle, Washington. The clients were looking for a design that would retain the formal living space at the front of the house, but open up the rear of […]










