Dreams

The home features triple pane aluminum clad wood windows and doors from Ikon, which were about 20% more compared to a traditional double pane quote from Pella. But Douglas notes that the Ikon doors and windows "provide larger free glass areas with fewer mullions paired with multipoint locking,

A jewel-box-like bathroom with walls painted Black Forest Green by Benjamin Moore juxtaposes the light schematic of the rest of the home. "It's very relaxing thanks to the darker color,

Stones excavated during the foundation dig were redistributed to level out the yard while simultaneously creating a drainage curtain around the leach field.

The efficient kitchen features cabinetry by Reform, black granite countertops, and a Wolf induction stovetop and oven.

White walls and light-hued furnishings match the airiness of the home's design. Douglas made the dining table from maple milled on site atop a Corbusier LC 6 base. A Heracleum pendant by Moooi hangs above it.

Sitting jauntily on its block, this renovated residence in Seattle’s Mount Baker neighborhood retained the original home’s footprint. The architect (and daughter of the homeowner) opened up the living spaces inside and overhauled the exterior and landscaping to give it a more contemporary presence. Cambium Landscape created the outdoor spaces which perfectly balance hardscape with greenery.

At the west end of the main level kitchen, storage—one of the homeowner’s main requests—is ample. Here, Bellan Construction crafted custom cabinetry. (The uppers are brushed with Sherwin Williams’ Origami White, and the lowers with Benjamin Moore’s Smoky Taupe.) Pulls and knobs are from Rejuvenation in an oil-rubbed bronze finish.

Formerly closed off from the rest of the house, the space now opens to the dining and living room. The countertops are Bianco Velino Brazilian Quartzite, and the backsplash tile is from Fireclay. A row of Herman Miller Comma stools provide extra seating for guests.

A roof terrace provides ocean views. The Spectra umbrella is by Umbrosa.

The landscaped patio provides separation from a public walkway along the rear of the home. "We could have had bigger rooms, but we wanted more outdoor space.” says Anton.

Light pours through clerestory windows in the master bathroom. Staying true to the home’s overall aesthetic, Sweet used simple, contrasting materials—white oak for the cabinets and Ann Sacks white tiles for the walls.

Opposite the desk, steps lead up to the master bedroom.

Walk Street House by Ras-A Studio

A switchback staircase accommodates a grand piano handed down from Anton’s father.

The almost 5,000 square feet of outdoor area is split between landscaped living space and an untamed forest.