Engawa House is a two story lakefront property that has been designed by Seattle-based studio Conard Romano Architects, situated in Seattle, Washington. Here is a description of the project from the architects: “The home can best be understood in its multiple contexts: lakefront site, Pacific Rim city, timber-industry clients open to materials that speak simply […]
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Striking modern renovation of Kuruma House in Seattle
Kuruma House project is a modern remodel by Olson Kundig Architects of an existing house in the Capitol Hill neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. Bringing light into the 2,230 square foot, three bedroom, three bathroom home and creating a stronger connection to the outdoors were important aspects of the renovation. In addition to extensive skylights, the rear […]
Imposing design in concrete and glass: West Seattle Residence
West Seattle Residence is a modern house comprised of concrete, glass, and steel, designed by Lawrence Architecture, situated in the West Seattle district of Seattle, Washington. The 3,800-square-foot house sits on top of a steep hill looking westward with dramatic views of Puget Sound. It’s essentially a loft-like glass curtain wall pavilion that sits on […]
Striking Port Townsend Residence surrounded by forest
Port Townsend Residence was designed by Lawrence Architecture for a retired couple in their mid 60s who were moving ashore after 30 years of living on a sailboat. The two bedroom home is situated on a heavily-wooded 10 acre site on the Olympic Peninsular near Port Townsend, Washington. Originally containing a grove of deciduous trees, […]
Modern lake house blurring indoor/outdoor boundaries
Lake House Two is a stunning contemporary waterfront property that has been designed by McClellan Architects and is situated in Seattle, Washington. The home has been programmed as a primary residence, sited on a very steep waterfront lot, with drive access limited to the very top of the site. The client expressed a desire for […]
Case Inlet Retreat with amazing views over Puget Sound
Case Inlet Retreat is a modern vacation home designed by MW Works Architecture+Design, nestled into a forested slope along the eastern edge of the Case Inlet, in southern Puget Sound, Washington. This small retreat opens to a western view of the Olympic Mountains and the Puget Sound. Anchored by a weathered cedar-clad bedroom wing, a […]
Queen Anne mid-modern residence in Seattle
This Queen Anne mid-modern home has been transformed by design firm Coop 15 Architecture in Seattle, Washington. The northwest contemporary design was originally constructed by noted architect Paul Kirk. The owners Gavin & Jenny Kelly asked the architects to renovate and expand the house in 2008, they had two young children living in an […]
Seaside home with rustic elements on Lopez Island
Lopez Island Residence is the remodel of a stunning seaside home by Graham Baba Architects on Lopez Island, in Washington State’s San Juan Islands. The remodel involved the removal and recycling of the original 1960s split-level house and the design of a home that’s more connected with its location. The island residence is comprised of several natural […]
Striking modern home nestled on the Columbia river
The Hotchkiss Residence is a striking modern home that has been designed by Scott|Edwards Architecture, nestled on the banks of the Columbia river in Vancouver, Washington. The home exemplifies a northwest contemporary vernacular in its 2,000 square feet. The one level home, built for a retired couple, was placed on the site to maximize the […]
Open glass pavilion house on the shores of Lake Washington
This stunning open glass pavilion house is nestled on the shore of Lake Washington in Bellevue, designed by Olson Kundig Architects along with interior designer Garret Cord Werner, lighting designer Brian Hood and landscape architect Charles Anderson. This 6,800 square foot home was designed for entertaining and displaying the clients extensive northwest art collection. The […]