The client requested a new master suite, an open kitchen, and finished basement. They also wanted more light into the home and to maximize views of the Lake Washington and the Cascades. We incorporated a small addition for the master suite, and a new entry porch for better street appeal. To bring more light into the home, we removed several interior walls and added a skylight. We also created an enfilade by enlarging the openings between the living room, dining room, and kitchen. Raising the living room ceiling gave the room a more spacious feel, and adding a mudroom, laundry room, and bathroom to the basement increased the home's usable space. We enlarged the deck by extending it over the driveway and garage door; a folding door from dining room to deck creates maximal flow between indoor and outdoor living.