Wittman Estes Architecture has transformed a 1940s beach house into a new multi-generational home—doubling the livable area while lightly touching the delicate ecology of the waterfront of the Hood Canal, Washington. Two shifting wings hover over the hillside and beach supported by thin steel columns and pin piles. Located on the eastern shore of Hood Canal […]
In Seattle, Washington, this modern family home, crafted by DeForest Architects, finds its ideal setting against the picturesque backdrop of Lake Washington. This home’s beautiful surroundings inspired many of the incredible design details throughout. The owners are a family of artists who wanted a house that would encourage creating and viewing art; and connecting with […]
This spectacular waterfront house designed by Syndicate Smith is nestled along Deer Harbor, a town on the southwest side of beautiful Orcas Island, in Washington State. Constructed in a contemporary, yet distinctly Pacific Northwest style, this family home is idyllically set just steps away from the Salish Sea. This dwelling was constructed to coexist harmoniously […]
Originally built in 1950, this stunning Seattle lake house was lovingly remodeled by the homeowners along with Shed Architects, nestled on the shores of Lake Washington. The project team worked together, creating a family home where an old and new structure speaks to one another and the surrounding terrain. Attention to detail can be found […]
Olson Kundig Architects designed this sleek modern house that features a steel tower home office, nestled in a dense forest of Carnation, Washington. This project called “Maxon House” shows how a disciplined program and budget can lead to innovative design solutions that can liberate rather than confine. Encompassing 3,200 square feet of living space, this […]
This Nordic-inspired farmhouse was renovated by Ripple Design Studio in collaboration with Lisa Staton Design, located in Woodinville, Washington. Just a short 30-minute drive from downtown Seattle, Woodinville is known for its wine culture and small-town charm, Tucked into a woodsy setting, the scope of this project entailed a comprehensive renovation of the existing house […]
This beautiful lakeside cottage home was designed for entertaining by Ripple Design Studio, located in the Enatai neighborhood of Bellevue, Washington. Inspired by a small cottage previously occupying the site, the project challenged the architect’s creativity to blend a sophisticated cottage with the site’s complex requirements. Nestled into the hillside, the home maximizes the breathtaking […]
DeForest Architects together with NB Design Group has designed this contemporary waterfront house nestled on the shores of Union Bay in Seattle, Washington. Three generations reside under one roof — the parents, their three children, along with one of the parent’s mothers. The original abode was a cherished childhood home of one of the homeowners. Over […]
This remarkable lake house designed by architectural studio Silk Cavassa Marchetti finds its place on the south shore of Lake Chelan, in Washington State. The lake is fifty miles long, winding its way through the North Cascades. Stretching for fifty miles through the North Cascades, this glacier-fed lake boasts a striking azure blue color. Nestled on […]
Nestled within a lush, wooded landscape, this remarkable modern pavilion home, skillfully crafted by Baylis Architects, is located in the Grand Ridge Neighborhood of Issaquah Highlands. This planned community and mixed-use neighborhood can be found in Issaquah, a charming suburb situated just outside of Seattle, Washington. Boasting 5,500 square feet of opulent living space, the […]
