This midcentury home remodel by Garret Cord Werner Architects & Interior Designers is located in Clyde Hill is a suburb of Seattle, Washington. This project embraces nostalgic ‘50s architecture and the incorporation of elegant interiors. Adding a touch of Art Deco French inspiration, the result is an eclectic vintage blend that provides an elevated yet […]
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Striking modern shelter welcomes dramatic views over Lake Washington
Heliotrope Architects is responsible for the design of this striking modern shelter boasting 3,000 square feet, located in Seattle, Washington. Nestled on an eastern sloping property above Lake Washington, the principal objective was to capture the dramatic lake and mountain views – taking into consideration possible future down-slope home construction with the potential to impede the view. […]
Modern yet warm lake house with a treehouse-vibe in Washington
This beautiful modern lake house was designed by Demetriou Architects in collaboration with Pulp Design Studios, located in Bellevue, Washington. Created for a family of four, the design of this home was inspired by the views of the lake and the surrounding trees. The interior evokes a sense of living in a super-modern treehouse. For this dream […]
Angular modern cabin in the breathtaking Cascade Mountain foothills
David Coleman Architecture in collaboration with SBI Construction has designed this modest modern cabin nestled in the foothills of the Cascade Mountains, in Sultan, Washington. The angular architecture was designed for contemplating its magnificent landscape — an idyllic meadow with views of the Cascade Range. The 1,500 square foot, one bedroom, one bathroom dwelling is surrounded by […]
Renovated cabin provides sanctuary for an architect on Bainbridge Island
Alan Maskin, a principal and owner of Olson Kundig Architects has renovated his personal cabin retreat, located on Bainbridge Island, Washington. A second-floor addition provides this cabin with sweeping views over Agate Passage, a high-current tidal strait on the Olympic Peninsula. The scope of this 1,100 square foot project entailed the remodel and addition of a 1938 […]
Compact wooden shelter captures views over Seattle shoreline
SHED Architects are responsible for the creation of this small wooden shelter that complements a larger home on the site, located in Seattle, Washington. To create harmony between the guest cabin and the main house, the architects focused on a design solution informed by restraint, material relationship, and attention to detail. This small black pine […]
Before and After: Inviting midcentury home gets reimagined in Seattle
Shed Architecture & Design has reimagined this 1961 hillside midcentury home with sweeping views over Lake Washington, in Seattle’s Seward Park neighborhood. The dwelling was originally constructed by architect George Lucker and was updated to suit a modern lifestyle and embrace the view while retaining its original character. The original footprint of this hillside home was 1,460 […]
Brilliant renovation of a hillside midcentury modern home in Seattle
This 1950’s hillside midcentury modern home has undergone a complete interior remodel by SHED Architecture & Design, located in the heart of Seattle, Washington. To meet the owner’s lifestyle needs, modern updates were given to the living room, kitchen, and guest bedrooms, along with an expanded master suite. The design team applied a mixture of […]
Midcentury ranch-style house gets inspiring transformation in Seattle
This 1959 midcentury ranch-style house was completely remodeled by SHED Architecture & Design, located in the Madison Park neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. After seeing a lifetime of remodeling, this dwelling finally saw a much-needed revitalization that would respect its past while making it suitable for contemporary living. The main goal was to transform the existing volume while […]
Timber-frame cabin provides cozy refuge in the woods of Washington
This modest timber-frame cabin was designed by Hoedemaker Pfeiffer, nestled on the shores of Dabob Bay on Hood Canal, Washington. The original cabin on the property was built in 1979, anchored to the ground on one end while protruding over the descending slope at the other. Inspired by the vernacular architecture of the Pacific Northwest, the […]