Kitchen, Dishwasher, Range Hood, Cooktops, Wall Oven, Concrete Counter, Refrigerator, Wood Cabinet, Concrete Backsplashe, Light Hardwood Floor, Ice Maker, and Microwave The reclaimed lumber incorporated from PNW buildings (often over 100 years old) pays homage to Northwest culture and history, as well as limiting the impact of new construction on the environment. By using the reclaimed material, the contractor estimated that as many as 60 trees were saved from cutting. The roof, a composite product made from recycled automobile tires, eliminated nearly 900 tires from landfill. Construction lumber from on-site demolition was reused where appropriate, and new lumber when required was sourced from sustainable forests.

The kitchen, designed for team cooking, features Miele appliances including a built-in coffee machine, concrete composite counters and back splash, with custom designed sink form fitted into the counters. The reclaimed vertical grain fir, hand-blown glass globe lights, and curved window with curved 1940’s sofa upholstered in reclaimed Ferrari leather, make it a favorite place to hang out; espresso in hand, watching the eagles fish and the seals sunbathing on the rocks below.  Photo 2 of 11 in Island Retreat infused with History takes 12 years to complete. by James Ferris

Island Retreat infused with History takes 12 years to complete.

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The reclaimed lumber incorporated from PNW buildings (often over 100 years old) pays homage to Northwest culture and history, as well as limiting the impact of new construction on the environment. By using the reclaimed material, the contractor estimated that as many as 60 trees were saved from cutting. The roof, a composite product made from recycled automobile tires, eliminated nearly 900 tires from landfill. Construction lumber from on-site demolition was reused where appropriate, and new lumber when required was sourced from sustainable forests.

The kitchen, designed for team cooking, features Miele appliances including a built-in coffee machine, concrete composite counters and back splash, with custom designed sink form fitted into the counters. The reclaimed vertical grain fir, hand-blown glass globe lights, and curved window with curved 1940’s sofa upholstered in reclaimed Ferrari leather, make it a favorite place to hang out; espresso in hand, watching the eagles fish and the seals sunbathing on the rocks below.