Queen Anne House by DeForest Architects beautifully merges Tudor Revival charm with contemporary design. The owner, an artist, envisioned a home where her family could create and appreciate art while reinterpreting historical elements. The house’s classic proportions, intricate woodwork, and vibrant stained glass provided the perfect foundation for her creative aspirations.
Cinder Villa by KUBE Architecture is a true modern fairytale. It tells the story of a young couple eager to start their family. They discovered a charming cottage in Washington DC’s historic Georgetown neighborhood. However, the fire damaged the cottage, leaving the interior in ruins. Instead of giving up, the couple decided to transform the “cinder-villa” into their dream home.
Since its inception in the late 1970s, the Ballard Food Bank has grown significantly to support the most vulnerable members of the community. Initially focused on addressing food insecurity, the organization now offers a range of social and medical services. This expansion is made possible through collaborations with various community partners.
Vitus, a company dedicated to acquiring, improving, and preserving affordable housing, has established its new home in Seattle’s vibrant Belltown neighborhood. The Vitus Headquarters is housed in a revitalized 25,000-square-foot, 1920s-era building, marking a significant milestone in the company’s mission to invest in communities nationwide.
The Backcountry Hut Company proudly announces that its innovative Two-Storey Prefabricated Cabin, the System 02, has been honored with the Construction Product Design of the Year at the esteemed BLT Design Awards.
In the heart of Rainier Valley, Corvidae Co-op Housing stands as a beacon of hope for many aspiring homeowners. This demonstration project is dedicated to providing affordable homeownership opportunities to populations that have long struggled to purchase homes in their own community.
Deer Harbor House, designed by Syndicate Smith, is a home that thrives on connection—to nature, to family, and to community. Nestled among trees on a carefully selected site, this home balances thoughtful architecture with an intimate relationship to its surroundings. For the owners, it is a place of joy and togetherness, where daily life flows seamlessly between indoors and outdoors.
The challenge was to honor Orcas Island’s historical essence while infusing modernity. The family, proud owners of a historical farm, envisioned a quintessential farmhouse, rooted in the island’s history, and crafted from on-site materials. Wood from fir trees logged on the property became the siding and interior, blending tradition with contemporary design.
