Before and After: 1958 Midcentury Home Beautifully Updated

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Originally designed in 1958 by renowned Seattle architect Al Bumgardner, this midcentury home has undergone a complete transformation by SHED Architecture & Design. 

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The redesign honors the architectural significance of the dwelling while better reflecting the storied lives of its new inhabitants.

Perched atop a cliff in West Seattle, Washington, this 2,360-square-foot residence offers panoramic vistas of Vashon Island, the Olympic Mountains, and Puget Sound.

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In reimagining the house, emphasis was placed on openness and functionality.

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Interior spaces were restructured to harness natural light and frame scenic vistas, echoing the original design ethos of Bumgardner. 

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The home, in its current form, stands as a testament to its history, rooted in Bumgardner’s vision while evolving to capture the unique narrative of its inhabitants vividly.

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The entrance was transformed with a new front door, bespoke casework, and an elegantly wallpapered powder room. 

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