A 1958 Midcentury modern home gets serene update in woods of Washington

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The Alden Mason House, crafted for the renowned Seattle artist Alden Mason in 1958 by architect Charles A. Marsh Jr. and builder Tom Paulsen, stands as a true Northwest mid-century modern retreat, nestled in the woods like a treehouse.

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Quietly positioned next to a gentle creek in the woods near Lake Washington, it’s almost surreal that this oasis is within the city limits of Seattle.

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PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott Adjacent to the entrance foyer, an office on the west side and a music room on the east side now occupy spaces once dedicated to the artist’s painting studios. While the art form has evolved, these rooms remain creative studios—a contemporary nod to the artist’s legacy. Learn more

PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott Ascending the stairway takes us to the main level, where a skylight above provides ample natural light. The presence of a wall sculpture by Alden Mason is an immediate and artistic greeting. Learn more

PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott The living room takes center stage, harmonizing a close connection with the outdoors, the presence of the artist’s sculpture, a steel fireplace, and modern furniture into a beautiful and timeless space. Learn more

Comfort

PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott We introduced hydraulic radiant floor heating on the main level and installed wall radiant heaters on the lower level. Learn more

PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott PHOTOGRAPHER Kevin Scott All three bathrooms received thoughtful updates. The primary bath saw expansion, with a new shower positioned under the existing skylight, once reserved for a primary closet. Learn more

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A 1958 Midcentury modern home gets serene update in woods of Washington

The Alden Mason House, crafted for the renowned Seattle artist Alden Mason in 1958 by architect Charles A. Marsh Jr. and builder Tom Paulsen, stands as a true Northwest mid-century modern retreat, nestled in the woods like a treehouse.

Quietly positioned next to a gentle creek in the woods near Lake Washington, it’s almost surreal that this oasis is within the city limits of Seattle.

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