HH First Floor

A dining room that was converted to a library.

The apartment’s most striking feature is a custom wall and ceiling mural by Calico Wallpaper, inspired by Vancouver’s Stanley Park. The Asher bed is by Rove Concepts, the sconces are Pearl Modern Wall Sculpture by Cedar & Moss, and the bedside tables are from Crate & Barrel. A mohair throw by Bronte Moon falls across Frette linens.

If you’re looking for a casual look without sacrificing back support, take a page from this Los Angeles home that embraces the summery, California-style living. The mattress sits on a covered box spring directly on the floor, which is loosely wrapped in a breezy white cover.

A floor-to-ceiling sliding door offers direct access to the patio and yard. A yellow custom-built reading nook packs a playful punch of bold color, and certainly brightens up the gray days that the Pacific Northwest is known for.

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Study overlooks side yard ascending hillside

Lara's home office consists of a MacBook Air and Ferruccio Laviani Abat-Jour lamp for Kartell.

The chandelier in one of the bedrooms is by David Weeks.

Backyard at dusk

Exterior of Pink House from the street. The entryway is recessed to enhance the spatial notion of soild and void.

The master bedroom enjoys views of the city.

In the master bedroom, a Mandal bed from Ikea is draped with a Tuuli duvet cover by Marimekko.

Dan Garness used paint and well-placed windows to keep Duane’s office bright and airy.

Windows in the laundry room offer a glimpse of the garden.

The laundry area is also housed on the lowest level.