This AIA FutureShack People’s Choice-winning design is a two-bedroom residence with an accessory dwelling unit on the main floor. Both units are designed with accessibility in mind, using principles of universal design. The home utilizes advanced building techniques and sustainable building products. The foundations are insulated concrete forms to reduce waste and minimize the amount of concrete. To minimize the use of lumber and maximize insulation values, walls and roofs are structural insulated panels. The triple-glazed windows are low-E coated, creating an energy-efficient envelope that minimizes heat loss and solar gain. Appliances are Energy Star-rated, plumbing fixtures are low-flow, and finishes have low amounts of volatile organic compounds. Storm water from the butterfly roof is captured in a cistern and used for site irrigation (with plans for interior gray water use when allowed by code). There is also a vertical utility chase for future solar hot water, and photovoltaic panels on the rooftop.

From 2019 until 2025 we worked on stewardship, restoration, and accessibility for the offices of the Episcopal Diocese of Olympia.

The clients requested improved access to their beautiful south-facing garden for this double-lot residence. We removed a side porch that was blocking the view and replaced it with a cathedral-ceiling sunroom, relocating the space west to offer the kitchen a direct view of the garden. A large, trellis-covered porch now joins the sunroom and dining room to the garden, and built-in heaters extend its usage from early spring to late fall. The roofline was extended west with a gentle curve to match the front porch, concealing a basement stair and a small porch off the sunroom. A skylight adds natural light to the breakfast nook. Upstairs, a small powder room was modestly expanded to add a shower, increasing efficiency for the two adjoining bedrooms. The remodel improves the home's livability, lighting, and garden connection while maintaining its original character.

We designed our office to suit ourselves and the way we work. Working spaces incluce an open studio, a conference room, and a phone booth for privacy. We also have a tiny cantina, so we can get away from our desks for lunch. Built in benches in the cantina and conference room provide extra seating in small spaces, and places to retreat and rest. Our bookcase wall is backed with polycarbonate to let light travel between the spaces. The bookcase holds our prized library, our awards, and artwork.

This multi-phase remodel project focused on enlarging and rethinking the kitchen, improving flow throughout the house, and renovating bathrooms to better accommodate family life. The first phase entailed a considerable redesign of the home's entry and living spaces. A minor addition allowed us to relocate the kitchen south, creating a seamless link between the kitchen and dining room while also capturing spectacular western views. The original kitchen space was converted into a walk-in pantry, media equipment closet, and a small home office with sliding frosted glass. The remodel also improved the home's overall layout, including a newly expanded dining area that now serves as a casual family gathering spot near an existing fireplace. An entryway improvement included a useful mudroom-style closet, which improved the home's circulation. During phase two, we transformed a previous den, mudroom, and small bathroom into a completely usable guest bedroom suite. We also replaced an outdated glass trellis-style deck roof with a more lasting, period-appropriate sloped roof, allowing for outdoor enjoyment while maintaining the home's character. The third phase concentrated on the master and children's bathrooms. The master suite now has a lavish soaking tub, a walk-in shower with a rain shower head, and an alcove vanity. Built-ins, such as a dresser and a window seat with views of the Olympic Mountains, improve both aesthetics and functionality. The children's bathroom was updated with a space-saving vanity, wall-mounted fixtures, and colorful, modern lighting. The end result is a harmonious, light-filled, and highly functional home ideal for everyday living and entertaining—one that honors both meticulous craftsmanship and the surrounding natural beauty.

This 1931 budget Tudor was completely renovated to improve livability, increase usable space, and freshen the connection across all floors. Two dormers were constructed to the front of the house to improve street appeal and allow for a new stair in a more functional placement. This alteration enabled the kitchen to be opened up to the dining room, resulting in a more open and linked main floor. A back dormer allowed for a spacious new primary bedroom upstairs, which now contains a new bathroom and larger bedrooms. On the main level, changing the bathroom layout and removing a small closet increased flow and comfort. One of the original bedrooms was converted into a den, with direct entrance to a new terrace and backyard. The basement was completely renovated and now features a family room, full bathroom, laundry area, pantry, bedroom, and utility/storage space, transforming previously underutilized space into a practical and welcome aspect of the home.

This 1919 Craftsman farmhouse in Seattle, WA, was originally designed by architect Charles Haynes. The home was meticulously renovated to honor its historic charm while adapting to modern, multigenerational living. The renovation preserved key architectural elements like natural mahogany millwork and period stairway railings, while reimagining spaces for contemporary functionality. The primary suite was reconfigured to include a separate dressing area and bathroom. The kitchen, expanded and rebuilt to suit modern family life, features rich plum cabinetry, a tiled range wall, and custom trim. One of the most notable transformations was the basement, now a Prohibition-era-inspired speakeasy with dark woods, a custom bar framed by steel beams, and an enhanced connection to the outdoors. Additionally, a 618-square-foot guesthouse was added, designed and built to match the Craftsman style of the main residence.

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.

We remodeled this classic Pacific Northwest 1962 mid-century home, designed by Anna Williams, in four phases over a seven-year period. The objective for all phases was to maintain the spirit of Williams’ vision while maximizing the home’s beauty and functionality for our client to be able to age in place. Phase 1 – Mid-century Modern Kitchen Remodel Contemporary materials and appliances pay homage to the original mid-century design. Features include custom-stained bamboo cabinets, cork floors, quartz composite countertops, a walnut tabletop and custom glass art backsplash designed by the client’s sister, center table, and home office. Phase 2 – Bathroom Remodel x 2 The nearly identical layouts feature custom floating vanity tops, wall-hung toilets, and thin-slab porcelain shower walls. Accessibility features include roll-in showers and multiple grab bar configurations. A laundry chute connects to each bathroom. Phase 3 – Deck Repair & Rehabilitation The decks leading to the main entry and the master bedroom needed replacement. We designed a custom aluminum and ironwood railing and replaced the existing decking with ironwood, custom milled to match the dimensions of the original fir decking. Phase 4 – Deck Replacement & Seismic Upgrade The existing deck was in poor structural condition and the mid-century engineering was impossible to replicate while meeting contemporary codes. In order to maintain the slender proportions of the supports, steel was chosen for the cantilever instead of wood. The deck’s visual simplicity belies the complexity of its engineering and construction, cantilevered over a ravine whose steep slope was also an environmentally critical area. Beneath the house, a storage and patio area camouflage the necessary seismic improvements, which included pin piles and new foundations.

Between 2013 and 2020, we served as architects for a four phase remodel on a house in Madrona originally built in 1922. The house has been remodeled to adapt to a modern lifestyle while preserving the Craftsman character of the house. Each phase brings more space and ease for a busy and growing family. The basement was remodeled in two easy phases. For the first we created a family room and rehabilitated an original, historic speakeasy. The new family room accommodates everyone with play space, media equipment, and a new gas fireplace that keeps it warm through the winter. The speakeasy is now both a conversation piece and a functional bar that works perfectly for parties. In the second phase we renovated the laundry room and created a guest suite, including three-quarter bathroom. The laundry room includes cabinet storage, a farmhouse sink, and a window looking out to the back yard, making it a remarkably pleasant space to do laundry. In the third phase we tackled the kitchen. Our primary objective was to design a kitchen to accommodate our clients’ children—a space that will weather the toddler years and remain functional and inviting through their teenage years. A breakfast nook, top-quality stove, and lots of storage space for cooking gear and pantry supplies make the space user-friendly for both parents and children. A huge kitchen island includes additional storage, a second oven, and bar stools for socializing or doing homework. The fourth phase included the addition of a dormer to house a primary bathroom, creting an ensuite. Laundry was added in the upstairs hall, and a bathtub added in the kids bathroom.

The existing home was not suited to a growing family’s lifestyle so the house was completely remodeled. This renewed home meets contemporary expectations while retaining its late 1920s charm and continuing to fit comfortably within its neighborhood context. We added a rear gable and porch to create a new music room and master bath. The dormer was added to create space for a child’s bathroom. The kitchen was reconfigured and expanded, making space for a large island. The cabinets, appliances, and lighting are all new.We created an upstairs library and media room, where the east-facing window catches the morning sun.

This kitchen remodel is in a 1925 Prairie-style Sears kit home. The design objectives were to make the kitchen match the style of the house, leave all walls in their existing configuration, and salvage what we could for re-use. Photographs by Jim Houston",