One of Seattle’s newest listings feels more like a woodsy retreat than an urban dwelling. Located on the fringe of Washington Park Arboretum in the Madison Valley neighborhood, the timber-clad structure was designed by mwworks—a local firm known for their serene designs that embrace the landscape. Completed in 2013, the home was designed in collaboration with the owners, who desired a peaceful ambiance and an indoor/outdoor lifestyle reminiscent of their former property in rural Washington.

Working with the homeowners, whose company also managed and built the home, the architects landed on a tranquil home built around a central courtyard. Sliding glass doors seamlessly connect a corner of the courtyard to the interior, where concrete floors and warm wood tones run throughout the main level. An open floor plan connects the kitchen, dining area, and living room, and numerous full-height windows illuminate the space. The elegant design received a Merit Award from the American Institute of Architects (AIA) in 2014.

Now on the market for the first time, the 2,850-square-foot home offers three bedrooms and three-and-a-half bathrooms. The main floor holds a small library and reading area, and the entire second-floor volume is occupied by the principal suite. Downstairs, a large basement holds the remaining bedrooms and bathrooms, along with a large live/work space. The home’s location is within easy walking distance to many neighborhood restaurants and parks. Keep scrolling to see more of the property, currently listed for $2,400,000.

The Helen Street House, located at 1012 26th Avenue East in Seattle, Washington, is currently listed for $2,400,000 by Kevin O’Doherty of Windermere Real Estate.

Project Credits:

Architecture: mw|works architecture + design / @mw_works

Landscape Design: Wittman Estes / @wittman_estes

General Contracting: Treebird Construction

Structural Engineering: PCS

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