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Gallery of HomesHere are just a few custom homes we have designed for clients. We hope you will enjoy their stories! New Construction The Kellers run a family dairy in Fall City, and knew their old, leaning
house would not make it through many more winters. We were asked to design
a new classic farmhouse that fit their budget, their active farming life,
and let the sun shine in. Because it is located in the Snoqualmie River
flood plain, we were limited to the then existing 2314 square foot building
area to create a comfortable place for a growing family of 6, including
a wrap-around, covered porch and a detached garage. The finished home
is 2330 square feet on two levels, with 4 bedrooms, 3 baths, and an office.
The Boyd Residence He wanted a log home, and she wanted something more finished - so we
worked with them to find a solution that satisfied them both. By combining
traditional timber framing, with log trusses in the central great room
with structural insulated panels and wood detailing throughout, the interior
of the home has a relaxed elegance that lets the sun stream in. The log
timbers are Port Orford cedar, felled after a natural occurring organism
destroyed the trees' roots. The exterior, finished with stone and stucco,
ties the home to its site in the hills west of Yakima. Van Cleve Residence The VanCleves came to us with a vision of building in a sustainable
way. They also wanted to act as their own contractor, and loved the idea
of building with straw bales. We designed the home to reflect the older
homes in the area, with a level of finish that belies the low-tech method
of construction. They incorporated many energy saving features, including
a ground source heat pump, to compliment the super insulated envelope.
The metal roof, mill-end wood floors, and wool carpeting were some of
the earth-friendly finishes used. Dearden Residence
The Deardens moved to the Seattle area from England and yearned for a home with the solidity and charm of the places they grew up. However, they also have an affection for a more modern lifestyle. They were quite keen for their home to be sustainable and include such features as rain water catchment, ground-source heating, and a wall system with full insulation and recycled content.
RemodelsThe Thiele Residence Ms. Thiele was looking for a home in Bellevue for herself and her son
when she came across a nondescript older house with a large yard. As
an antique dealer, she recognized it as a diamond in the rough. As an
avid gardener, the yard echoed the same possibilities. So the adventure
began - we examined the structure and found it sound, explored some different
options for improving the livability, and developed a whole new look
with lines true to the home's original era.
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