Architectural studio GO’C reimagined a 1950s brick house in Seattle, Washington, into a minimalist home. The house was built on an existing concrete foundation and strongly connected to a mature south-facing garden. The goal of this project was not to increase square footage or add amenities, as is often the case in a remodel. Instead, […]

Puzzle Prefab is a prototype of modern architecture and sustainable living, designed by Wittman Estes in partnership with Sparrow Woodworks on Whidbey Island, Washington. It is energy-efficient and utilizes various sustainable materials, innovative systems, and building practices to reduce its environmental footprint. Defined by flexibility, Puzzle Prefab took on the challenge of building dwellings that […]

Jessica Nelson Design has renovated her personal family residence, a gorgeous 1920s Tudor home in Laurelhurst, a Seattle neighborhood located on the shores of Lake Washington and Union Bay. Every inch of this 3,000-square-foot dwelling has been meticulously curated to create inviting living spaces that are idyllic for family living and entertaining. Step inside this […]

Jessica Nelson Design completely transformed this historic fixer-upper in Seattle, Washington. It needed significant love to restore it to its original charm. The designer tore down the wall between the kitchen and dining room and brought all the character back into the home with lots of fun details and timeless materials. The main floor bath […]

Studio AM Architecture renovated this gorgeous Dutch Colonial-style home in partnership with Kat Lawton Interiors, located in the Laurelhurst neighborhood of Seattle, Washington. This timeless home was initially cherished for its neighborhood charm. To celebrate its 100th anniversary, it underwent meticulous remodeling. The homeowners aimed to preserve the house’s essence while integrating modern functionality, blending […]

Heliotrope Architects, in collaboration with Amy Baker Interior Design, has designed this quietly elegant, comfortable home for a young family. It is nestled into a serene, densely wooded property near Seattle, Washington. The dwelling is organized into three connected, wood-clad, pitched-roof pavilions, and every room directly connects to the outdoors. The building finishes are elegant yet […]

This custom-built home by First Lamp Architecture is a marvelous example of how Scandinavian design can be easily integrated into a home that respects the local neighborhood of Seattle, Washington, while showcasing the homeowner’s style. The home’s exterior features two offset gables, which create a visual separation between the main part of the home and […]

Heliotrope Architects designed this modern jewel-box home in collaboration with Ore Studios, nestled on Orcas Island, the largest of the San Juan Islands, Washington. Nestled carefully on a rocky, wind-swept shoreline, this 1,600-square-foot family retreat harmonizes with the surrounding landscape while minimizing weather exposure. The main living spaces connect to the landscape through retractable screens […]

Heliotrope Architects was commissioned to renovate this historic landmark-designated home that was constructed in 1993 in Seattle, Washington. The scope of this project includes a new 500-square-foot addition and landscape update. Dubbed “Loyal Captain,” this home was constructed by ship captain Ole E. Nelson as a replica of his childhood residence in Bergen, Norway. The […]

This impressive city retreat, designed by DeForest Architects, is located on a low bluff overlooking the Salish Sea in Seattle, Washington. The home sits on a former sheep pasture, which also features an orchard and towering evergreens, along with a residence once owned by the daughter of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. The homeowner has an […]