Soulful. [King Residence]

March 31, 2021

There is synergy to beauty. It resonates on multiple emotional and aesthetic levels. It makes your life richer and meaningful…

What does it mean to make a home soulful? In the case of the King residence, it was about creating an environment that enhanced and amplified the art featured in the space. The Kings had a wish - they wanted to see the art no matter where they sat or stood. This was a great opportunity to design for the art rather than to buy art that fits the design.

Jennifer’s parents were both artists. Much of the work is by them or is work that they cherished, and Jennifer grew up with. The large painting in the living room/ dining room was painted shortly after the house was built, so it feels right at home there.

Transformative. [Glamour Rambler]

March 31, 2021

When I first purchased this house in West Seattle, I did so not because of what was there, but because of what the property could support, and what the existing structure could help create. In other words, for its transformative potential.

When I think in terms of the transformative potential of an existing structure and its land, I’m primarily occupied with the idea of a shift in lifestyle. It’s not an exercise in what I can get away with, but rather, how the occupants want to live in their new environment. In other words, what’s the best way to achieve their new lifestyle with the resources at hand. How can a well-designed home transform you?

Authentic. [Leschi Residence]

March 31, 2021

The idea of an authentic home, to me, has everything to do with the powerful intersection of artistry, lifestyle and sustainability. How do you maximize the elements of a space while also bringing out its creative potential?

Authenticity is when design and intention harmonize, as with this Addition / Remodel in Leschi. There’s an honesty to how this home was tailored to fit their lifestyle, in a practical sense. Every square inch of space is used, including a loft space that features a climbing wall along the sloped ceiling. The structure (exposed beams) and hand crafted finishes, like the Heath tile backsplash and Formology shelving, offer warmth and genuine self-expression.

This house was designed for authentic living, and the outcome was stunning.

Sexy but Practical. [Mix & Match Elements of Tailored Homes]

March 31, 2021

The term Sexy but Practical occurred to me many years ago and immediately struck a chord because, in spite of seeming contradictory, I realized that, if I could create a home design that met both aspects, it would be attractive to an incredibly large audience.

But how difficult is it really to meld sexiness with practicality?

Consider the difference between a sexy high-heeled shoe and a sensible, practical flat. How do you combine the best traits of each without cancelling each-other out? How do you find that sweet spot of both sexy and practical?

I might not have the answer for shoe design, but I became dedicated to creating Sexy but Practical house designs when creating a collection of tailored (semi-custom homes).

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