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Custom vanities with Walker Zanger stone countertops add a sleek touch in the principal bathroom.

Oliver Furth's designs permeate the space from the updated rooms down to the furnishings.

Dining room

The low-slung profile of the home was preserved, and all of the windows and doors were replaced for better insulation and energy efficiency.

“We wanted to honor the existing building by revealing all of the exposed structural elements, and many of the original finishes,” Swatt says.

view of entry

view of dining area from kitchen

great room

Mid-century, dining room

Basement Light Well in Family Room

The kitchen now looks out to the big, open deck which houses expansive tree views.

These custom laminate kitchen cabinets—built by local manufacturer Beech Tree Woodworks— add a pop of color to this Seattle kitchen.

The fireplace has an energy-retaining flue and a glass door to prevent air and heat loss.

Anodized aluminum-and-glass sliding doors are all that separate guests from the peaceful environs.

An imposing, matte black fireplace is the focal point of the living room. Wood is stored within the structure, which frees up floor space for abundant guest seating.