Waterfront Home

Waterfront Home

Waterfront Home

LIVE/CONTEMPORARY

LIFE BY THE WATER

The client wanted maximum use of their lot, but most importantly wanted to feel a part of their environment. They didn’t want to feel separated from their gorgeous view.

They wanted the house to be upscale but with a country flare. We designed the fireplace with built in wood storage, making the wood part of the decor of their living room, lending a country feel. A Large door opens the wall to the water, cooling the house with the scent of fresh sea air, giving the feeling of being outdoors. Fully opening windows add to the ambiance.

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Harmony

Harmony

Harmony

LIVE  |  CONTEMPORARY

A Living Philosophy

We take your needs seriously, incorporating your way of living and even your philosophy into the design of your home. The way we see it, you are the Hero of your own story.

Our client is a proponent of Feng Shui, notably the Compass School of thought, where orientation to the cardinal points of the compass is important. She believes certain compass points correlate to the five elements of Water, Wood, Fire, Earth, and Metal.

So we designed the house around her philosophical needs, keeping the home in harmony with the environment around it.

Large windows grant all the main rooms a view of the outdoors, enhancing the feeling of living within nature.

As with all our clients, we sought to respect the needs and desires of her lifestyle. The client was very happy with the results and it was a fun learning experience for us.

Features: Feng Shui placement  • Natural flow between interior spaces • Cohesive lifestyle inside and out

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Construction: Kota Construction    Photography: Greenwoods Photographic Arts

Revitalized

Revitalized

Revitalized

LIVE  |  REMODEL ADDITION

A Moving Experience

Thinking about moving a building and updating its look? We have the experience and expertise to make it happen.

While partnered in a small development company, Sean was part of a team that purchased an old house on a double lot. The residence was originally built in the early 1900s and underwent a remodel in the 1950s.

The new remodel started with moving the house. A revised entry with a covered porch and eyebrow roof face the street front. The original cabinets were re-used and the residence received new electrical and plumbing throughout. Chuckanut sandstone from the existing basement was re-used for the fireplace, front porch columns, and planter beds.

A second story was added that included three bedrooms, a bathroom, an office, and a family room.

A neighboring home was already in its construction phase so this client had a chance to see what would be built next to them.

Features: 3 bedroom, 3 bath • Attached 2-car garage • Unique Witness Window • Square footage: 3,700 sq. ft.

Moving building

Before moving and remodeling

Revitalized Home

After moving and remodeling

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Construction: HBC Homes    Photography: Jim W. Smith

Open Space

Open Space

Open Space

LIVE  |  REMODEL ADDITION

Lake Front Living

You’ve found a perfect spot with a great view, but the lot is small. Don’t worry, with a little creativity we can still make your dream happen.

Because the lot was limited by coverage restrictions, the footprint of the home was not able to be increased, meaning that any remodel would need to be vertically focused. The remodel included: revising the location of the entry, opening up the common space, the addition of 2 bedrooms and a bath, the expansion of the master suite, and a bonus room being added above the garage. The added verticality of the home provides for excellent views of Lake Whatcom. Other unique features of the home include an open staircase, and a large round soaking tub in the master bath.

Features: 3 bedroom, 5 bath • Attached 2-car garage • Garden roof over entry • Square footage: 3,200 sq. ft.

Before remodel

Before remodel

After remodel

After remodel

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Construction: Indigo Enterprises    Photography: Jim W. Smith

Simple Living

Simple Living

Simple Living

LIVE  |  TRADITIONAL

“Broken Auger” ranch

Every home we design is a reflection, not of us, but of you. These owners wanted a smaller house and simpler lifestyle in a relaxed setting.

Perched on a high point of a large open field, this home has excellent views of the surrounding property and Mt. Baker beyond. Ample windows and skylights bring in plenty of natural light while the natural tongue and groove wood ceilings help create a bright and warm space. The owners desired a smaller footprint with a higher attention to detail which allowed for unique items such as the large ridge skylight, douglas fir cabinets trim, radiant floor heat, as well as metal clad wood windows. Through the careful use of materials this home is a clear expression of its homeowners desire to live simply.

Features: Ridge skylight • Natural finishes and materials • Radiant floor heat • Xeriscaped landscaping for reduced water consumption

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Construction: Big Mountain Construction