Built in banquette

As a practicing architect for over 30 years, Scott looked to his network to help take on the project and, to an extent, mitigate the budget. “I’ve described this house as less of a construction project, and more of an Amish barn raising.”

Built-ins and books, all original to the home, were Cooper’s backdrop for the week.

Purdy, Eva Luna, and Simon play cards under a Louvre Light by Established & Sons.

A cozy dining banquette with a custom walnut table by Susan Swingle saves some space.

The interior incorporates low toxicity finishes and natural materials like timber and textural oriented strand board.

Blue Dot stools sit at the custom table. The sofa is from Joybird. Kitchen lighting was sourced from 143 Lighting.

David Roach commissioned a group of friends from GO'C Studio and Wild Tree Woodworks to rebuild his petite Seattle ‘houseboat.’ The living room has custom white oak cabinetry and a sleeper sofa designed by GO’C. Sliding glass doors lead to a small deck to drink coffee, or access the water.

A slim storage space tucked behind the built-in seat acts as a coat rack. The green drawer at the bottom is shoe storage. The cutout on the right was necessary for the drawer to clear the hinge on the bathroom door.

Ash lives in the detached backyard unit and has comfortably hosted 10 people in the space.

In the living area, existing built-in seating is complemented by Mies van der Rohe lounge chairs and custom coffee tables by Michael James Moran.

The vertical timber paneling that encloses the dining nook is painted in Dulux Domino.

An entry nook framed in walnut is a spot to drop bags, shoes, and coats.

After: A custom L-shaped banquette in light blue Maharam upholstery adds warmth and texture. The original marble mantel has been retrofitted with an electric fireplace.