An incredible city retreat perched on a bluff overlooking the Salish Sea

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This impressive city retreat, designed by DeForest Architects, is located on a low bluff overlooking the Salish Sea in Seattle, Washington.

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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.

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The structure features concrete and steel elements, blending into the hillside, more than half of which is situated below ground.

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A covered walkway leads from the garage and through the garden, providing views into the serene conservatory dining room.

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Interior living spaces showcase board-formed concrete, exposed structural steel, and reclaimed finishes, including surfaces made of beetle-kill pine.

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The living space features expansive steel windows that frame breathtaking views of the water.

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On the landward side, under the soaring ceiling, there is a loft that includes another seating area, an office, and a concealed bathroom.

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This historic fireplace, featured in local articles about President Roosevelt’s visits, has been completely reconstructed.

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An incredible city retreat perched on a bluff overlooking the Salish Sea

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 structure features concrete and steel elements, blending into the hillside, more than half of which is situated below ground.

A covered walkway leads from the garage and through the garden, providing views into the serene conservatory dining room.

Interior living spaces showcase board-formed concrete, exposed structural steel, and reclaimed finishes, including surfaces made of beetle-kill pine.

The living space features expansive steel windows that frame breathtaking views of the water.

On the landward side, under the soaring ceiling, there is a loft that includes another seating area, an office, and a concealed bathroom.

This historic fireplace, featured in local articles about President Roosevelt’s visits, has been completely reconstructed.

swipe up to read the full post!

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