2013 Spring Home Improvement by Lynden Tribune

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Wednesday, April 17, 2013

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Tidecatcher: Featuring a lighthouse Coast Guard style turns a history-filled Birch Bay site into a modern eyecatcher By Tim Newcomb tim@lyndentribune.com

BIRCH BAY — Patti White knew from the start: She wanted a lighthouse feature in her new home. And she got it. With Birch Bay frontage property in her family since 1929 and a family-run vacation cabin rental business on site, White and husband John Gargett figured it was time to add a little modern flair to the “Tidecatcher” site, all without losing a tie to the past. Okay, so they added quite a bit of flair, with a lighthouse stretching above the two-story home, sporting views of the bay. Designed by Lynden architect Mark Bratt and pulled off by Sumas contractor Chuck Handy, the lighthouse space works exquisitely. “I have always seen and liked lighthouse projects,” she said. “And I like See Tidecatcher on C5

The Tidecatcher house in Birch Bay is recognizable because of its lighthouse feature. (Tim Newcomb/Lynden Tribune)

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The lighthouse feature (top left) plays an even more dramatic role inside the home than outside. Situated in the master bedroom, a stand-alone bathtub sits directly under the elevated ceiling, which also draws in plenty of natural light to the space. Also in the bedroom (bottom left), views toward the bay draw even more light into the serene space. Downstairs (pictured above), a floor-to-ceiling fireplace and shelving unit help warm both the living and kitchen spaces, all while tying them together with a common feature. (Tim Newcomb/Lynden Tribune)

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Tidecatcher: Front deck looks out on Birch Bay Continued from C3 the lighthouse feature here. I thought (Bratt and Handy) did a great job.” The couple decided to tear down the largest of seven original Tidecatcher vacation rentals on site right down to the foundation and build new. That is the start of what will eventually be upgrades to all the cabins. Working within about 1,500 square feet total on two floors, White wanted Bratt to create a Coast Guard-like look for her first cabin, now their home, setting a Coast Guard theme for all future renovations. The first stage of Tidecatcher’s rejuvenation was completed last June. With no wiggle room on size, small was the goal from the start, forcing White and Gargett to whittle out the unnecessary and focus on the essential. And what’s more essential than water and light? (more on water later) Tidecatcher’s main floor — situated off a healthy front deck that looks out to the bay and opens with French glass doors — uses a nearly all-glass front of the house to spill natural light into the main living space. The light continues into a small dining area with a kitchen, all punctuated See Tidecatcher on C6

By flowing the dining and living space together, the entire area enjoys the ample natural light. (Tim Newcomb/Lynden Tribune)

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Tidecatcher: Lighthouse was most interesting, challenging aspect Continued from C5 by the roundness of the lighthouse and the height of a fireplace. “The lighthouse is the most interesting and challenging aspect of the home, although making a home that is long, narrow and tall look good is a challenge as well,” Handy said. “All the corners of the lighthouse were established, slanted walls were made on the exterior, and then we evaluated where to start and stop the walls on the interior.” Bratt said he was pleased he could integrate the lighthouse into a tight spot at the front of the house while keeping it proportional to the scale of the house. “We were able to get a variance to allow us to make the lighthouse feature a bit higher than the house roof,” he said. As this is the second home White has built — her first, in San Deigo, was featured on an HGTV show because of its design — she knew what she wanted, from lighthouses to round windows that keep the Coast Guard theme. White brought in personal touches to help theme her design, from her grandfather’s phonograph to an old icebox as a storage unit and artwork that has personal meaning. The corner fireplace, located near both the kitchen and the living area, links

the main living space together. Light bamboo floor — she doesn’t need to fret about dirt — unifies the kitchen, which also features cabinets stretching to the ceiling for a clean, modern look. Sandy-colored granite counters, including on a large island that helps with entertaining, play off the beach theme. “It is a very practical beach house that is comfortable for entertaining,” White said about the versatility of the space from the kitchen all the way to the deck. A downstairs bathroom behind the kitchen offers chances for storage (think: a pantry under the stairs) along the way to the garage. Between the garage and the house an extra little office space keeps the Tidecatcher guests away from the side door of the home. And there’s even some room in the garage for a sauna. Bratt said the tight footprint — required by difficult permitting rules — forced the design to “go vertical to get the floor area needed.” Luckily, he said, nobody complains about bedrooms upstairs with the views. At the back of the home, upstairs, an oversized bonus room sits above the garage, offering typical television viewing space, comfortable seating and even hisand-her desks. Windows along the hall See Tidecatcher on C8

The kitchen of the Tidecatcher home (above) doesn't leave out any of the modern amenities expected today. Extra space above the garage makes for a perfect great room (upper left), plenty big to handle all kinds of entertainment. (Tim Newcomb/Lynden Tribune)

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Tidecatcher: 'Decadent' tub sits in circular area Continued from C6 draw natural light in and a spare second bedroom offers guests — who aren’t staying in the rentals — a place to stay, even with their own bathroom. But where things get really spectacular is in the master suite. The light-colored bathroom, complete with high windows, looks inviting enough, but a slanted wall in the tiled shower reminds visitors of their proximity to the lighthouse feature, which comes full circle in the master bedroom. “We fell in love with the slanted features of the lighthouse and tried to integrate that look in the interior as well as we had on the exterior,” Handy said. “As a result of this, we had an opportunity to have an internal slanted wall in the bathroom.” White simply loves the surprise and the character of it all. But because of the tightness of space, there was no room for a bathtub. And White loves water. And tubs. Cue the most dramatic view in the Tidecatcher: a “decadent” tub sitting squarely in the circular shape of the lighthouse, all in the master bedroom. “You can’t have everything in a small space,” White said. “Not everybody See Tidecatcher on C10

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Tidecatcher: Lighthouse windows provide bouncing, natural light Continued from C8 would enjoy that fixture, but it is my personal space and I put a lot of thought into this.” The elevation of the lighthouse’s windows provides bouncing light throughout a room already filled with natural light and views out onto the water, Birch Bay, to the outside. Handy opened the vaulted ceilings by using beams, drawing in more light and creating opportunities for custom-made shelving for décor and speakers. “When building homes, we try to look for a diamond-in-the-rough niche location that the customer can appreciate,” he said. “Many good ideas were thought of in the design and some good ones along the way.” White, Gargett, Handy and Bratt all praised each other. And they’ll likely have the opportunity to work together again, as the future — possibly as soon as this fall — consists of leveling all the former fishing cabins one by one and using the main “caretaker” house as the leaping-off point for the Coast Guard theme. “They are taking a risk that, in the end, all the expense and work will result in something worth more than the sum of its parts,” Bratt said. “They are courageous.”

A view up the lighthouse reveals the architectural feature in detail. (Tim Newcomb/Lynden Tribune)

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Where has all the millwork gone? Years ago, most American homes were built with at least a minimum level of interior ornamentation. Builders used hardwood details to make each residence unique, reflecting the individuality and taste of their owners. Unfortunately, after World War II, the popularity of millwork began to wane. Builders sacrificed craftsmanship for speed in order to keep pace with an unprecedented demand for new homes in the country’s booming suburbs. Today, most new homes in America continue to be built with time and costefficiency in mind, leaving homeowners with few options for endowing their residences with a sense of individuality. But that doesn’t mean everyone should settle

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Lynden Tribune | Wednesday, April 17, 2013 | Ferndale Record chair rails, I suggest using a harder species, like white oak,” she said. “For mouldings and millwork in less accessible areas, especially those that will be painted, homeowners can save money by using less expensive hardwoods, such as poplar.” How can it be affordable? Custom moulding can be pricey, but there are simple and creative ways to get the custom look you want at a cost you can afford, maintains the American Hardwood Information Center. Good millwork links imagination with affordability. “Lumber supply centers and home improvement stores can have up to 350 offthe-shelf moulding patterns available,” Jovanovich said. “Combining or ‘stacking’ two or more stock moulding ‘profiles’ creates the effect of a single, hand-carved piece of wood and provides the unique look of custom millwork at a fraction of the cost.” Or achieve the look of a more expensive hardwood, like cherry, by using a cherry stain on a less expensive hardwood. This technique works especially well in decorative applications above eye level, such as crown moulding and recessed ceiling patterns. Use your imagination and be sure to visit the American Hardwood Information Center at www.HardwoodInfo.com to see a multitude of ways that mouldings and millwork crafted from authentic American hardwoods can dress up your home.

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Popular colors trend toward the outdoors Greens and blues headline 2013 interior paint palette If you’re into what’s “in” when it comes to interior paint colors, just look outside in 2013. The greens and blues that characterize the world outdoors are the same hues that will be popular in beautifying living spaces this year, according to the Paint Quality Institute. “It’s fitting that green is expected to be one of the top paint colors used to refresh and renew the interiors of homes and buildings,” said Debbie Zimmer, paint and color expert with the institute. “Green has always been symbolic of new life. Only now, it will be giving new life to tired interiors.” That’s not to say, however, that “pure” green on the color wheel will be everyone’s (or designers’) choice. With the growing complexity and sophistication of the palette offered by most paint companies, “green” today refers to an extremely wide spectrum

of hues. To visualize the options, think of the colors of plants that appear in a garden or grove of trees: apple, asparagus, celery, fern, honeydew, lime, mint, olive and willow may come to mind. Wherever you buy your paint, you’ll likely find some tints and shades of green named after such familiar flora. “Then there are the greens that gravitate toward blue, which just happens to be projected as the other popular paint color this year,” said Zimmer. “Bluish-greens like teal, turquoise, aquamarine and cyan are expected to be hot designer choices. By selecting one of these hybrid colors, you can in a sense co-opt both of the trendy color choices.” Actually, we may see a lot of true blues this year. And many will be drawn right from Mother Nature: lighter tints such as sky blue and robin’s egg to darker shades like slate, navy and midnight blue ... and everything in between. Because various greens and blues work See Paint on C16

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Springtime tips for knowing when to replace home parts Roofs, doors, windows, siding, trim — they don’t last forever Springtime weather means it’s time to evaluate your home’s exterior. Owning a home means giving constant attention to the building products that go into protecting the structure of your house. While we’d like to believe items like our roof, siding and windows will last forever, that’s not the case. Mark Clement, co-host of the national home improvement radio show MyFixitUpLife, offers a variety of tips for knowing when it’s time to replace products on your home. “The first thing any homeowner needs to understand is that every element of your home’s exterior, from the top of the roof down to the front entry door, will eventually need to be replaced,” said Clement, a professional contractor in Pennsylvania. “The key is to know when the time is right to invest in new products for your home. This means an ongoing evaluation of your home’s current products, researching new product options and contacting professionals for support.” Replacing older products with newer, more energy-efficient and longer-lasting products is always a sound investment for homeowners. “Another important aspect to consider when it does become time to replace key products on the home’s exterior is to

look at upgrading and taking advantage of newer, more aesthetically pleasing products that are on the market. Our product choices not only make our home more livable right now, but also more add value to the home and make it more ‘sellable’ when it comes time for us to put the house on the market,” Clement said. Tips for Evaluating Your Roof Using either a ladder or binoculars from across the street, look for problem areas, such as missing or broken shingles, along with roofing tiles that may be “flapping in the wind.” These are all indications that a new roof may be in your future. Check the sides of your roof. The southern exposure weathers significantly faster than the other sides of the roof, so make sure to carefully examine this area. Also, shallower pitches weather faster than steeper pitches. So again, if your roof has a shallow pitch (like a shed dormer), make sure you can clearly see it to get a true indication of the condition of your roof. If you have a real cedar roof, consider your geographic location. Many West Coast homeowners are proactively replacing these wooden roofs with fire- and impact-resistant polymer shake roofs. Along with helping to protect the home from potential wildfires, these roofs often come with a homeowner insurance discount. Tips for Assessing Your Windows Evaluate the functionality of your current windows. If you have condensaSee Replace on C15

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Replace: Consider replacing warped front doors Continued from C14 tion between glass panes, the windows are hard to open or close, your energy bills are soaring or there are drafts coming in around the window units, then it’s time to seriously consider replacement. Determine how many panes of glass are in your windows. Single-paned windows are the least energy-efficient. You can replace them with double- or triplepaned Energy Star-compliant windows to enhance energy efficiency and make your home more comfortable during all seasons. Look at the frames of your windows. If they’re made of a product that needs constant maintenance like wood, you may be spending a good deal of time scraping paint and repainting every few years. An investment in vinyl-framed windows would be smart since these low-maintenance frames eliminate maintenance hassles. Tips for Knowing When to Replace a Front Door If you can see light around your main entry door from the inside, the door is hard to close or lock, or the door itself is warped, it’s time to consider a new door. Even if you can’t see light, air may be

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LYNDEN — Kevin Kooy took pieces of his brand-new Lynden house and dragged them around a parking lot, bashing them with a forklift. Kooy likes to call it “distressing.” And now the finished product — stained fir beams — serves as a focal point of the wide-open living space. Kevin’s wife, Jessica, admits she was a little scared to see how the beams would turn out — especially when she heard a forklift was involved — but was pleased in the end that they accentuate the rustic look of the home. Even a dainty chandelier-inspired entry light that Jessica just loves can’t diminish the rustic touch the beams provide. Contractor Wes Wiersma, owner of Wiersma Construction Inc., said getting those beams in place was a lot of fun too. See Kooy on C18

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(Above) Natural light mixes with a massive stone fireplace to bring the Northwest theme to life. Kevin Kooy built the fireplace himself, enlarging the original plan. (Top) Stairs are set apart from the main living space, tucked both for aesthetics and convenience. (Top right) Jessica Kooy's decor pride and joy is a chandelier-like entry light, without the girth. (Brent Lindquist/Lynden Tribune)

“Whenever you do something big and beefy like that inside a house, it is a lot more involved than just setting trusses on a wall and going,” he said. “If you’re short (on your measurements) or drop it (while lifting with a forklift), anything like that and you’re done. It was a fun day.” In fact, the entire job was a lot of fun, the Kooys said. “I would do it again,” Kevin said about building their home. “I don’t know if we will, but we enjoyed it.” The Kooys bought their lot in north Lynden five years ago. But it took time to get ready to build and also to sell their condominium. Two kids later, the Kooys partnered with Wiersma to create this 2,365-square-foot, two-story home, complete with a child-friendly layout, making it “convenient,” Jessica said. It was finished right after Thanksgiving 2012. The home's design was done by JWR Design of Lynden. Kevin used his expertise from the family business — Ralph’s Floors in Lynden — to help the couple make design decisions. “I do it for other people all the time, so it was fun to be able to do one for ourselves,” he said, even if Jessica was the mastermind behind the home’s look. The beams aren’t the only feature

that hit you upon walking into the open floor plan. You also get plenty of stone fireplace from floor to vaulted ceiling, in fact. Kevin said the original plan was to keep the fireplace short, but at the last minute they decided to just go for it (Kevin did the work himself ) and they’re glad they did. As an added bonus, using a trick they’d seen before, they had cabinets built under the hearth to store the electronics and funneled the wiring to a fireplace-mounted television behind the stone. Flowing from the great room, the kitchen sits to the side, complete with a gigantic granite-covered island that has served as a family must-stop. Not only does most of the prep work for cooking happen on the island, but so does the eating with the young family — the two boys are now 2 years and 11 months old — and even catching up on the mail. “It is convenient and brings us all together in one space,” Jessica said. The dark wood floors — Kevin laid them himself, along with wiring the main rooms for sound and installing a central vacuum system and outdoor sprinklers — couple with dark knotty alder cabinets to further the rustic look. Without fanfare the kitchen blends with the living space, complementing the décor and merging together. Plenty of See Kooy on C19

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Kooy: Main bathroom features soaker tub, stone-tiled shower Continued from C18

From extra space to play (top right) tucked above the garage in the form of a bonus room to plenty of space to wash off (above) when you're all done with that play, the Kooy home has personal touches placed throughout. (Brent Lindquist/Lynden Tribune)

cabinetry and a corner walk-in pantry — Wiersma said he was always trying to find the Kooys extra bits of storage wherever he could — help keep things in their place. A small dining area links the kitchen to the back patio and outdoor space. It also has a vaulted covering, held up by even larger beams than in the great room. The main floor packs a punch, with a powder room, bedroom (used as a den) and laundry room all offered before you reach the stairs and master suite, set off to the far side from the kitchen. From a layout perspective, Jessica said moving the stairs to the side, getting them out of your initial view, served

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