Selected Projects
Phinney Ridge Remodel/Addition, Seattle, WA (2012)
Phinney Ridge Remodel/Addition, Seattle, WA (2012)
The complete remodel, inside and out, of a 900-square foot single story house built in 1925 began with the addition of a large, projecting, shed roofed window element. The window element increases the amount of natural light into the completely remodeled open living/kitchen/dining space. The adjacent bedroom opens up to the living space by means of a sliding translucent framed wall.
Beach House, Hansville, WA (2010)
Beach House, Hansville, WA (2010)
The footprint for the 1500sf three bedroom, two bath home for a newly retired couple was limited to 120% of the original small beach cabin. The new beach house is a nod to the adjacent early 20th century wharf structures and features a solar electric power system, recycled wood wall cladding, passive solar features and an unforgettable mountain and beach view from every room.
Mount Baker House, Seattle, WA (2010)
Mount Baker House, Seattle, WA (2010)
A 3000sf two story addition to a 1920s bungalow basement made for an almost entirely new home that is at once respectful of its traditional neighbors but also playful and forward thinking. The design features a strong dialogue between indoor and outdoor space and a careful study of open plan living defined by custom casework.
Rainier Beach Backyard Cottage, Seattle, WA (2010)
Rainier Beach Backyard Cottage, Seattle, WA (2010)
A 450sf two story loft studio rising up from the ruins of a 1920s garage (the neighbor's tree fell on it). The open loft space was achieved by pushing the two story element 3.5 feet to the north and west of the original garage footprint. A bathroom and kitchenette make up the diminutive cottage which features recycled windows, flooring, concrete and lumber from both the original garage and other sources.
Madison Valley Kitchen, Seattle, WA (2008)
Madison Valley Kitchen, Seattle, WA (2008)
A 1980s home with a walled off kitchen below a master bedroom loft welcomed an open plan expanded kitchen which sought to redefine the "center" of the home. An 8ft long, live edge walnut countertop taken from a blown down tree in neighboring Tukwila, serves as the kitchen's anchor/focal point.
Seward Park Addition, Seattle, WA (2005)
Seward Park Addition, Seattle, WA (2005)
A 1950s brick veneer rambler with a small kitchen, walled off from the rest of the house needed a remodel and a new adjacent dining room. The 200sf dining room expands into the newly remodeled kitchen space and explores the use of horizontal red cedar siding as an alternative to brick (per the client's request).
Rainier Beach Addition, Seattle, WA (2005)
Rainier Beach Addition, Seattle, WA (2005)
A 1950s brick veneer rambler with a daylight basement received a 750sf second story addition which added a master bedroom suite and a traditional Japanese bath for the entire family. The addition strove to work in concert with the existing roof line and not dominate it while changing siding material to add some additional exterior flair. The new interior spaces are at once intimate and inviting.
Ballard Kitchen, Seattle, WA (2011)
Ballard Kitchen, Seattle, WA (2011)
A 1940s home with an outdated, closed in kitchen was transformed into an open, airy space which takes advantage of the natural light and views to the south. The new L-shaped island with a pigmented white concrete countertop becomes the center of the space for both cooking and gathering.
West Seattle Addition, WA (2008)
West Seattle Addition, WA (2008)
A small 1920s craftsman bungalow needed an addition for a growing family. A 925sf three bedroom, two bathroom, second story addition provided the additional space that was needed and also provided some much desired natural light and exterior flair by using some inexpensive but typically traditional siding/trim elements.
Ballard House, Seattle, WA (2005)
Ballard House, Seattle, WA (2005)
A 1950s rambler was taken down to the concrete foundation to make way for a two story 2400sf, four bedroom, three bathroom modern take on a classic box style house for a growing family. With a partially open main floor and a traditional wrapping front porch, the house mixes modern sensibilities with traditional charm.
Lake Wenatchee Cabin, WA (2003)
Lake Wenatchee Cabin, WA (2003)
An outdoor enthusiast with a beautiful plot of land across the meadow from the lake asked for a rustic cabin with some modern elements. The cabin's north-south axis points toward the stunning south views through the two story window wall. The opposing shed roofs add some natural clerestory light and the woodsy interior harkens back to the traditional mountain cabin.
