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KITCHEN + BATH DESIGN From soft mints to earthy saffron hues and navy blues, kitchens are taking on statement colors. Whether you're daring enough to opt for zesty orange appliances or want to incorporate more subtle earthy shades into your space with kitchen linens, fabric accessories, or encaustic style tiles, all are enduring options to perk up your kitchen.

GARDEN TO VASE Celebrate summer with bountiful blooms in perfect peach hues and dramatic purples. Local flower designer Kailla Platt of Kailla Platt Flowers delights us with two types of bloom combinations, with stem counts to recreate the joyful arrangements.

THE PERCH Chadbourne + Doss Architects, Dovetail General Contractors, and Land Morphology landscape architects collaborated to create a modern, intriguing Seattle home with impressive views and a central courtyard with unique and peaceful water features.

BACK TO THE LAND Nestled amongst fir trees on Whidbey Island is a home masterfully designed and built by Seattle’s MW Works and Dovetail General Contractors, resulting in a timeless generational retreat.

GRACEFUL HARMONY Geneva Ness of Geneva Ness Design took on the challenge of transforming her own home with the help of contractor Renovations Depot, resulting in a sophisticated yet cozy haven fit for her family of five.

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With views of the Columbia River, high style meets function in this modern, yet timeless home—a collaboration between contractor Axiom Luxury Homes, home designer Wise Owl Plans, and interior designer House of Ponce.

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From scene-stealing upholstery, to playful, casual chic home furnishings, or even a few cherry-picked fabrics in cheerful hues can all add an instant refresh and personal twist to your home.

Corey Martin of Hacker Architects and KN Visions of Bend teamed to design and build a Central Oregon home that would contrast and connect to the surrounding landscape, with dramatically stained Western Red Cedar, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a large common area with views of the high desert.

Tasked with creating an East Coast aesthetic in a Mt. Vernon home, Marianne Simon of Marianne Simon Design incorporated clean whites, traditional elements, and neutral colors to create a charming, light-filled forever home.

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EYE ON DESIGN

LODGE INSPIRED Ireland General Construction and Pulp Design Studios teamed to build and design a “Rustic Refined” dream home, fulfilled with lodge style beam work and complementing romantic and luxuriant finishes.

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HIGH DESERT ESCAPE

FARMHOUSE MIX Answering their clients’ request for a modern farmhouse kitchen, Kami Gray Interior Design and Fuller Woodcraft Homes created a timeless kitchen with balanced and contrasting countertops, fixtures, and lighting.

EAST COAST INSPIRED

Drawing on a suite of refined and sophisticated architectural features and finishes, interior designer Geneva Ness remodeled her Woodway, Washington home to be an elegant and cozy refuge for her family. photography ©Miranda Estes

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LETTER

PUBLISHER Claudia M. Brown EDITOR/SENIOR ART DIRECTOR Kiki Meletis PROJECT MANAGER Karla Prater SALES REPRESENTATIVE Nicole Rummel CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Melissa Dalton Donna Pizzi Emily Zahniser

CLEARLY, HOMES HAVE BECOME OUR SANCTUARIES in the city, at the coast, Central Oregon’s High Desert, Whidbey Island and beyond. Almost overnight, priorities changed as we’ve traded long commutes for working remotely, and one couldn’t help but think, “if I’m going to spend this much time here, why not be in a home that I love?” Fortunately, some extremely talented architects and designers have embraced this evolution, delivering environments fueling both creativity and efficiency. Hope you enjoy the exceptional spaces shared in this issue. Corey Martin of Hacker Architects teamed with KN Visions in Bend to design and build a modern Central Oregon home that not only connects to the surrounding high desert landscape but also stands in contrast with dramatically stained Western Red Cedar and floor-to-ceiling windows to capture the seasons. Chadbourne + Doss Architects, Land Morphology landscape architects, and Dovetail General Contractors, collaborated to create an intriguing modern Seattle home with both city views and a central courtyard, complete with a peaceful water feature. On Whidbey Island, MW Works teamed with Kenneth Philp Landscape Architects and Dovetail General Contractors to design and build a modern, yet timeless retreat syncing with the

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landscape on a 100-acre property. The 4,420 square-foot glass home sits on the boundary between forest and farmland, yet seamlessly disappears among the mature fir trees. Interior designer Geneva Ness thoughtfully transformed her previously bland home and kitchen into a cozy family refuge, rich with both character and soul. It was a major undertaking made easy due to her long-time working relationship and countless projects with contractor Dave Askman of Renovations Depot. If it’s time for a refresh of your interiors, check out our Eye On Design pages for the latest fabrics, wallcoverings, surfaces, hardware and home furnishings – indoors and out, most of which can be sourced locally from leading shops and showrooms around town. If a new kitchen, home, or remodel is on your wish list, check our website for leading Northwest design professional portfolios, or go online to www.portraitmagazine.com/portfolios We’re proud to be celebrating 27 years of successful publishing. Thank you for all your support!

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There has been a big move towards cleaner-looking kitchen spaces with a minimalistic, calming approach to design that won’t clutter the mind. Beautifully sunlit, this open-to-the-outdoors kitchen is designed with a thoughtful suite of Wolf appliances, shown: 36" Contemporary Induction Cooktop, 24" Coffee System in Stainless Steel, and the 30" E Series Transitional Drop-Down Door Microwave Oven. All available through Judd & Black Appliance, www.juddblack.com

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Understated soft angles create a welcoming and open style of Brown Jordan's 20TWENTY Collection by designer Richard Frinier. Its distinct matte Resinweave is handwoven and offered exclusively to the 20TWENTY collection in two colors: Blonde and Blu. Shown: Armless Sofa with Driftwood End Table paired with right arm loveseat and Bunching Tables. Available through Terris Draheim Outdoor, www.outdoor.terrisdraheim.com

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LARKSPUR & CLEMATIS A graceful, trailing array of blooms in magnificent purples imbue a sense of elegance and charm. Delightful Rose ‘Lavande’ paired with Larkspur ‘Earl Grey’, and violet Snapdragon ‘Potomac Lavender’ are mixed amongst an array of lovely, aromatic Apple Mint and budded Clematis—all gathered together in a delightful tonal centerpiece. ARRANGEMENT BY Kailla Platt, Kailla Platt Flowers kaillaplattflowers.com PHOTOGRAPHY BY Cheryl Juetten

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Spirit of Place The Making of a New England Garden

by Bill Noble www.workman.com In Spirit of Place, Bill Noble—a lifelong gardener, and the former director of preservation for the Garden Conservancy looks at how individual gardens relate to the larger landscape by sharing how this influenced the creation of his garden in Vermont. Throughout, Noble reveals that a garden is never created in a vacuum but is rather the outcome of an individual’s personal vision combined with historical and cultural forces. Sumptuously illustrated, this thoughtful look at the process of garden-making shares insights gleaned over a long career that will inspire you to create a garden rich in context, personal vision, and spirit.

Ikebana Unbound A Modern Approach to the Ancient Japanese Art of Flower Arranging

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show us new ways to tell stories with flowers. They offer step-bystep instructions for dozens of stunning, seasonal arrangements, while in the process introducing readers to the themes and stylistic signatures of the art. In Studio Mondine’s hands, this centuries-old practice feels undeniably fresh—and readers are given the gift of learning to create unique, meaningful, and authentic arrangements.

A Way to Garden A Hands-On Primer for Every Season

by Margaret Roach www.workman.com In A Way to Garden, Roach imparts decades of garden wisdom on seasonal gardening, ornamental plants, vegetable gardening, design, gardening for wildlife, organic practices, and much more. She also challenges gardeners to think beyond their garden borders and to consider the ways gardening can enrich the world. Brimming with beautiful photographs of Roach’s own garden, A Way to Garden is practical, inspiring, and a must-have for every passionate gardener.

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DAZZLING DAHLIAS A well-loved cut flower, dahlias come in a cheerful rainbow of colors, flowering from mid-summer until the first fall frost. 1) Beets Me, outstanding 5" blooms in magenta, its shade identical to its namesake vegetable. 2) Nicholas, peachy yellow blooms with rust red in its deep center. 3) Spoiled Rotten, vivid fuchsia and cream with defined tips, they’re sure to draw attention. 4) Pinelands Princess, lacy pink-lavender petals blend to white center in these large 7" blooms. 5) Excentric, a pop of color for your garden or bouquet, a 4" hot coral pink with yellow center bloom is sure to delight. 6) Lilac Time, this deep lavender bloom is an eye-catching pop against its lush foliage. 7) Jitterbug, 2 ½" blooms of salmon with yellow-centered highlights, blossoms early and enjoyed into fall. 8) Bee-yond, named for of the astronauts and crew who took flight on SpaceX Falcon 9, this cutie bloom is out of this world! 9) Tipsy, clean, white blooms with fuchsia tips, this is the perfect cut flower. All from Swan Island Dahlias, www.dahlias.com 28

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WITH A LOOK TO THE FUTURE AND OUT TO THE SALISH SEA, THE HOMEOWNER, WHO WANTED A MODERN HOME DESIGNED AND BUILT TO LAST AS THEY AGED IN PLACE, CHOSE THE WINNING SEATTLE TEAM OF CHADBOURNE + DOSS ARCHITECTS, DOVETAIL GENERAL CONTRACTORS, AND LAND MORPHOLOGY, LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS.

THE PERCH written by DONNA PIZZI photography by KEVIN SCOTT

OPPOSITE Pivot Cedar gate separates exterior from street. Deep cantilevered cedar eaves and roof provide protection from weather. Native plants, vine maples, dogwood, Oregon grape protect severe slopes. THIS PAGE Stacked staircases with walnut treads feature suspended blackened steel rods representing Northwest rain. Limestone and concrete floor with platform aids shoe removal.

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THIS PAGE Structure is built around a central courtyard featuring Land Morphology’s lush plantings of Japanese Maple scolopendrifolium, baby tears ground cover, and handpicked boulders from Marenakos Rock Center as unique water feature. Three-story PanoramAH windows and doors reveal stacked staircases and vintage carousel horse. Custom walnut swings reach out over water. OPPOSITE Office with covered sleeping porch. Room & Board custom Parsons desk with white glass faces West.

TUCKED ON A CORNER LOT ON SEATTLE’S QUEEN ANNE HILL, with expansive 270-degree views of the Salish Sea, Olympic Mountains, Elliott Bay Marina, and vital BNSF Railyard, is this unique three-story 5,500 sq. ft. modern home built for an active homeowner who plans to enjoy it into their golden years. Having worked with the homeowner on a previous project, Lisa Chadbourne and Daren Doss, AIA, at Chadbourne + Doss Architects, stepped right into this opportunity with great aplomb. “After an existing house on the property that was uninsurable had to be razed,” says Chadbourne, “we had the homeowner participate in a process we call ‘Homework,’ a questionnaire pertaining to design and lifestyle designers, both practical and esoteric.” Chadbourne says the homeowner wanted their home to be open, exciting, intriguing, adventurous, and so comfortable that it would become the embodiment of place: namely, water, sky, and horizons. The homeowner chose the crow as a metaphor for their new home, for its intelligence, durability and use of ground as well as air. And from that came its name, “The Perch.” Chadbourne + Doss Architects (c+d) suggested that the homeowner work with Chad Rollins of Dovetail General Contractors – as a first-time collaboration. For landscape architects, the homeowner chose Land Morphology, founded by Richard Hartlage. Both Dovetail and Ints Luters, Principal at Land Morphology, were delighted to do so, given their attention to detail and care. “Chadbourne + Doss are, first and foremost,” says Rollins, “extraordinarily talented and a pleasure to work with.” “The challenges on this location,” adds Luters, “were how to balance the site limits with these fantastic views that are so captivating. The strategy was to have views looking outward to the Northwest landscapes and inward toward the courtyard and project.” “It is an incredibly dense site,” continues Rollins, “requiring extensive planning, preparation, and sequencing. It’s like playing chess, three-layers deep, and c+d’s level of detail to their drawings was of tremendous value to every participant on the team.” In keeping with the need for privacy, yet openness, c+d made use of a variety of exterior materials, including a board-formed concrete walled courtyard accessed through a Western red cedar gate. Zinc siding pairs with painted aluminum paneling – all chosen for their durability and timeless character. By keeping the lofty, existing Hemlock trees, their canopy provides a screen of privacy for the rooftop decks and view out across the landscape. The flat roof features photovoltaic solar array that helps exceed electrical needs. Neither is there a need for A/C, thanks to the ventilation c+d designed via sliding glass doors that let breezes circulate throughout the house. PortraitMagazine.com

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LEFT Custom durable Corian kitchen cabinetry in Glacier White found on top floor. Satin-etched glass pass through door to scullery. Bianco Treviso marble backsplash. Miele range and hood. UPPER Mater MD Counter Stools in Sirka Gray stained Beech tuck beneath island overhang. Waterfall island countertop echoes range marble backsplash. LOWER LEFT Gym located on main floor faces West to Salish Sea. LOWER RIGHT Gym is visible through entry courtyard cooled by Big Ass “Haiku” fan. Pair of red leather poufs by The Citizenry cozy up to Paloform Robata 72 concrete fireplace.

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THIS PAGE Venetian plaster stairwall on upper floor bridge connects East-facing roof deck and media room to West-facing great room. Island’s waterfall Bianco Treviso marble with Julien J7 sink and Brizo Litze articulating faucet. Bocci pendants. Walnut flooring grounds Western Red Cedar ceiling. OPPOSITE The lounge features B&B Italia Awa table between yellow leather Artifort chairs. Custom Corian and wool sofa beneath Lukeke birds by Jacombe & Rutecki. Nelson Pear Lotus lamps.

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Chadbourne + Doss placed the kitchen, dining, and lounge in a row on the top floor, where everyone can take in the view. To anchor the space, they chose Corian for the kitchen cabinetry and island, using its soft matte white finish to contrast with the walnut floors and Western Red Cedar ceiling. “Corian is a material that’s durable and repairable over time, long lasting,” says Chadbourne, who contrasts it with a Bianco Treviso marble island that grounds the bridge entry and invites all who flock there to chat with the chef and enjoy the view. The lounge is grounded by a gas fireplace whose Bianco Treviso marble hearth echoes the kitchen island, while the sofa sports the same durable Corian in its base that doubles as storage. The homeowner’s private suite is on the second floor below the public spaces, accessible from the two flights of suspended stairs that keep them young. “Everything you touch in this house has been crafted, designed and feels good,” says Chadbourne. Rollins calls the staircase one of his company’s proudest achievements. “It was all fabricated by artisans in our cabinet and metal shops and installed by talented finish carpenters on-site. The stairs are magical, especially when it’s raining, so layered with acoustics, light quality and architecture.” Land Morphology involves its client in every aspect of its design as well, accompanying them to the stone yard, Marenakos Rock Center in Issaquah, where they personally choose the stones that will become a part of their lives. After splitting the largest boulder and coring it to create a gurgling fountain that flows downward into the pool, Luters notes the soothing sounds also fight traffic noise as well. The homeowner wanted the courtyard to be an embodiment of the region – a type of “Garden of Earthly Delights.” When five maple scolopendrifolium arrived, sourced from Don Schmidt & Son in Boring, Oregon, Luters, who teamed with Nussbaum Group as their planting contractors, says Nussbaum had to crane the 10,000 lb. boulder and precious maples into the courtyard during heavy construction. “Dovetail did a really great job,” he says, “they prepared the site so that everything plugged in like pieces of a jig saw puzzle, with no reworking, and everything spot on.” Chadbourne + Doss were equally as appreciative of the team effort. “This was an important project for our firm,” says Chadbourne. “We really enjoyed working with the team. It was a fun experience for everyone, and the creative collaboration made it a great project in the end.”

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LEFT Aerial view of property with photovoltaic solar array. BELOW Cedar gate entry leads to a protected limestone entry walk and features c+d’s custom hardware crafted by Dovetail. Access control, buzzer, and video doorbell at right. BOTTOM Land Morphology courtyard with split boulders, Japanese maple, and pond. OPPOSITE Split, cored boulder becomes gurgling fountain. Storm water retention bio planter a mix of Seattle regulatory plantings, includes irrigation when not raining.

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PROJECT SOURCES CONTRACTOR Dovetail General Contractors dovetailgc.com ARCHITECT & INTERIOR DESIGN Chadbourne + Doss Architects chadbournedoss.com LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Land Morphology landmorphology.com

BACK TO THE LAND written by MELISSA DALTON photography by KEVIN SCOTT

IN ORDER TO CELEBRATE THEIR AGRICULTURAL HAVEN ON WHIDBEY ISLAND IN WASHINGTON, A FAMILY WITH LONGSTANDING ROOTS IN THE AREA JOINED MW WORKS AND DOVETAIL GENERAL CONTRACTORS TO CRAFT A MODERN, YET TIMELESS, RETREAT THAT SYNCS WITH THE LANDSCAPE.

WITH ITS PASTURES DOTTED BY SILHOUETTES OF COWS, to a stoic old barn painted a classic bright red, and the sweeping backdrop of Douglas fir and hemlock trees, this 100-acre-property on Whidbey Island conjures a painting of pastoral America from some hundred years ago. It’s only upon a closer look that you might notice the wink of a glass house on the rise that overlooks the pasture, set back in the trees so as to not intrude on the bucolic scene. That was the point, after all. For the owners, the land was “iconic, and we didn’t want to change that,” said the homeowner, who has had the property in their family since 1975. “We wanted to build a new house and we wanted it to have views of the pasture and farm structures, but we really wanted it to disappear.” To accomplish this, the architecture studio MW Works placed the new build on the boundary between farm and forestland, tucking its 4,420-square-foot volume around mature fir trees and surrounding a central courtyard filled with native grasses and ferns. Just as retaining the farm’s pastoral feel was important, so to was preserving as many trees as possible. For the design team, that meant identifying significant trees, and their root systems. “You can build next to a tree, and then in two years, it might die,” said architect Steve

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Mongillo. “So, we were doing everything we could to track where the primary roots were.” That mindfulness carried into the construction process, led by Dovetail General Contractors. For instance, during the installation of the low, stacked-stone walls that organize the immediate landscape and underscore the bunkhouse, the team removed the soil from sensitive root systems with air so as to know where to precisely place the steel pin piles that support the walls’ foundation. Such a level of collaboration comes naturally to MW Works and Dovetail, who’ve built one home together previously. “The rigorous and intentional tailoring of the project that occurred between MW Works and Dovetail prior to it being built, during construction, and by the hands that made each part of the project was the craft,” said Dovetail principal Chad Rollins. “We were able to riff off each other and really parlay each other’s efforts, abilities, and vision into an extraordinary outcome.”

The corner of the living room opens to the Ipe deck and lush forest, and the Western Red Cedar ceilings extend outside. A sectional from Focus One Home and a Toro Lounge Chair by Blu-Dot are cozy spots by the Huckleberry basalt stone fireplace. BOTTOM RIGHT A glass corner in the hallway has a view of the exterior path to the entry, and shows how interior and exterior materials echo one another for easy flow between inside and out.

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Custom-colored concrete floors meld with the Alder cabinetry, inset with painted units and blackened steel shelves, a collaboration between Dovetail’s wood and metal shops, and the architects. Textured black granite countertops in the kitchen anchor the custom teak and blackened steel cabinetry.

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The house is wrapped in a custom window wall system by Quantum Windows and Doors, with deep oak jambs on the interior and metal cladding on the exterior. The David Groppi MISS LED metal pendant lamp by Omar Carraglia is suspended over a table designed by MW Works, paired with chairs purchased by the owner. The teak and blackened steel cabinetry in the kitchen is a handsome divider between the two rooms.

And while to the untrained eye, the house’s streamlined interior may appear simple – including 11-foot-tall panels of glass, polished concrete floors, custom Alder and steel cabinetry fashioned by Dovetail’s in-house wood and metal workshops – it’s just such simplicity that can be hardest to achieve when it comes to construction. “This kind of architecture is always really challenging to build. In the end, these kinds of buildings look fairly straightforward because they’re designed to look that way, but to actually achieve that is much more complicated than more traditional construction,” said Mongillo, who added: Dovetail is “very experienced in this kind of thing, and they’re super organized and able to manage all that complexity. Plus, they’re just great folks that are fun to work with, too.” The material palette – including things like the locally sourced Huckleberry basalt stone of the living room fireplace and the Western Red Cedar lining the ceilings – sits in pleasant tension with the home’s more modern form. “While many of our projects have a modernist backbone, we also want the houses to feel very warm and appealing,” said Mongillo. “The materials are the things that we often use to make the house feel like it’s more timeless and part of the earth.” The architects employed natural materials that will weather comfortably over time to instill subtle texture throughout. This in turn furthers the goal to blend the interior with its exterior surroundings, not only via the glass walls and a corner of the living room that fully opens to the covered deck, but because the home’s components are of a piece with the scenery that surrounds it. Most importantly, since its completion in 2019, the new house has become a fitting milieu for family life. The homeowners have three grown children, each with family of their own, so the floorplan includes one great room where everyone can gather. Thoughtful details abound, such as the kitchen’s placement between the dining room and living room, so the cook is in the middle of the joie de vivre, and the solid cedar plank interior doors that the architects specified for the owner to exercise his carving hobby. There are four bedrooms, including a soothing ensuite for the senior parents and a bedroom for each couple. Then the many grandchildren get to hole up in a separate bunkhouse all together.

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ABOVE Kenneth Philip Landscape Architects designed the native and naturalistic landscape to allow the house to merge seamlessly with its surroundings. “Even five years after it’s built, it should feel like it’s been there for decades and that it was always meant to be there,” said Mongillo. BELOW In the bedroom, glass walls frame picturesque views of the preserved trees. OPPOSITE The main en-suite is a soothing retreat with plaster walls, black granite counters and teak cabinetry.

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When the project wrapped, the owner commemorated the experience by mounting in the entry a bronze plaque that lists every craftsperson that worked on the home and contributed their talents, from the architects to the finish carpenters. The project “synced so well, and it was such a fun, special process for so many people,” said Mongillo. “It’s a little hard to understand the magic of how it was built from just a photo.” “One of the objectives of the house originally was that it would be a legacy,” said the homeowner, and thanks to the creative synergy between client, architects, and craftspeople, the home is just that, equal to the storied land on which it sits. Rollins remembers his first visit, stepping inside the century-old barn and climbing the ladder to the hay loft. “I’ve been in many agricultural buildings and there is a level of quiet intention and detail that never ceases to amaze me,” said Rollins. “I like to think that the house we built will withstand the test of time just like that barn.”

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TOP LEFT A Western Red Cedar path leads to the entry, bordered by a stacked local Basalt stone wall. TOP RIGHT The view from the bunkhouse to the main house and farm beyond. BOTTOM RIGHT An aerial view shows how the house is organized around the courtyard, which is a “visual and physical link” between the different areas of the house, say the architects. BOTTOM LEFT The firepit at the edge of the meadow overlooks the pond and is a natural place for family to gather.

PROJECT SOURCES CONTRACTOR Dovetail General Contractors dovetailgc.com ARCHITECT MW Works mwworks.com LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Kenneth Philp Landscape Architects kennethphilp.com

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Interior designer Geneva Ness remodeled her Woodway, Washington home to be both elegant, and a cozy refuge for her family. The new kitchen has creamy Shaker-style cabinetry and brass accents, including pulls from House of Antique Hardware, an unlacquered brass kitchen faucet by Kallista, and picture lights found at Visual Comfort. Reggie counter stools from McGee & Co. offer striking contrast – and a place for the family to gather.

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“I didn’t want it to feel like a museum, where you walked in and couldn’t touch anything,” says Geneva of her home. The furniture selection is classic and comfortable. THIS PAGE In the dining room, leather chairs and upholstered head chairs, both from Crate & Barrel, surround a table from Restoration Hardware. Artful lighting, including wall sconces and a Thomas O’Brien chandelier, both by Visual Comfort, produce an inviting glow. The Lulu and Georgia rug warms the red oak floors. RIGHT In the entry, an arched alcove is a lovely spot to remove shoes.

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A SUITE OF REFINED AND SOPHISTICATED ARCHITECTURAL FEATURES AND FINISHES ALLOWED INTERIOR DESIGNER GENEVA NESS TO TRANSFORM HER PREVIOUSLY BLAND WASHINGTON HOME INTO A COZY FAMILY NEST RICH WITH CHARACTER AND SOUL. When Geneva Ness and her husband were looking for a new home in early 2020, this Woodway abode checked a lot of boxes. It sat on one acre, which would give their family, including three children and a one-year-old French bulldog, room to roam. The 4,468-square-foot interior floorplan wasn’t quite open concept, like their last house. “An open floor plan was wonderful for entertaining. For everyday life with kids, it was too noisy,” says Geneva. And last, but perhaps most important, the house lacked any character of its own, making it the perfect project for the interior designer and founder of Geneva Ness Design. Built in 1985, the home had a bit of a “country chateau” look, says Geneva, who wanted to instill a more cohesive vision: “It didn’t really have a style. I wanted to give it that ‘Wow’ factor, but also make sure that it felt like a cozy home at the end of the day, because this is where we were going to live and raise our kids.” In short, the designer stepped in to give the home some much-needed soul. But first, out with the old. Geneva teamed up with Dave Askman, a third-generation contractor and owner of Renovations Depot, for the remodel. The two have worked on “countless” projects together in the past. “When it came time for me to do my own house, it was kind-of a no-brainer that I would use him, because we’ve already done so many projects as a team,” says Geneva. “I really enjoy working with him, because he is very willing to make changes in the moment, which as much as you plan ahead and have a vision, there are always things that come up that will need to be changed.”

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That flexibility would prove to be especially important for this project, as after demolition across the first floor was completed, the Covid-19 pandemic brought everything to a halt. Fortunately, the Ness family was able to move out, and Askman continued working. Even with a small crew and staggering subcontractors on-site to facilitate proper social-distancing, Askman wrapped up the job quickly, making it possible for the family to move back within six months. “If the design and materials are figured out, putting it together goes fairly quickly. It’s all the decisions that make a job tough,” says Dave. “That’s why I like working with Geneva. She’s very decisive, and just knows what she’s doing. She’s got a great eye for what she does. That makes my job way easier.” Geneva began the remodel with the entry – in its previous set-up, the flow of traffic into the house was stoppered because of two hallways flanking the stairs, with no clear signs as to which one should be entered. Geneva remembers only confusion: “You’d open the front door, and it was like, ‘Should I go left, or should I go right?’” So, she widened the hallway thresholds and added an arched opening into the nearby dining room, all of which eases the transitions and creates better sightlines to cue visitors how to move through the house. In the front hall, Geneva removed a pair of flimsy bi-fold doors on a closet, arched the opening, and lined the inside with shiplap paneling. Now, Restoration Hardware sconces illuminate a wooden bench to create the perfect spot for pausing and putting on shoes. A metal tray is ready for wet and muddy soles, and a nearby woven basket stores umbrellas and such. “It’s not an extensive update, but it makes such a great moment when you first walk in the door,” says Geneva. Such details add up to great impact, and the interior designer turned her attention to the rest of the house to finetune its feel and flow. First, she worked to improve the shell by weaving in more distinctive architectural elements. This included two more plaster arches in a hallway for a repeating motif. “There were a lot of cased openings that just felt kind of stiff and stuffy,” says Geneva. “So, I thought arches would be a fun way to make it feel more inviting.” 58

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OPPOSITE PAGE In the entry, a brass and stainless-steel stair railing and oversized chandelier by Visual Comfort are elegant additions. In the office, Anthropologie wallpaper on the ceiling is an unexpected accent over a desk and chair from Restoration Hardware. THIS PAGE Zellige tile from Cle wraps the stove hood and backsplash behind the LaCornue range, while McGee & Co’s Persian-style runner leads to a Fireclay farmhouse-style sink tucked under the windows.

She extended the red oak hardwood floors throughout the home, finishing them in a lighter color for an airy feel. Shiplap paneling adorns the dining room ceiling, while new built-ins with an ebony stain anchor her office. When it turned out that structural beams at the ceiling would need to be kept in place, Geneva asked Dave to wrap them in VG Fir for an “old world feel.” For understated texture, the walls were covered in a plaster finish, which has proven quite durable. The patina of the plaster is “a little bit more child friendly,” says Geneva. “If my boys kick a ball against the wall and create a ding, there’s already character there, so you don’t really notice.” Graphic moments provide another layer of personality, such as the floral wallpaper that pops from the office ceiling, the classic checks and stripes in rugs and window treatments, and the scattered Persian-style runners in soft, tonal hues. It all comes together in the reinvented kitchen, wherein Geneva swapped out waxy wood cabinets and tile counters for a more soothing medley. Now, creamy-toned Canyon Creek Cabinetry bedecked with aged brass hardware is balanced with handmade zellige tile and luminous honed marble counters. “We wanted to make the kitchen the heart of the home, because that’s where we really spend all of our time,” says Geneva, noting how the room embodies a sense of “peace and calm” – a sensibility that permeates the whole house now. “I wanted the whole flow of the house to be built around that.” In her daughter’s en-suite, a Restoration Hardware vanity is topped with a Carrara marble counter and decked with a Kingston Brass faucet. Pale wallpaper from Wallpaper Direct surrounds the RH Teen bed, and pairs sweetly with a plaid McGee & Co rug. “I love wallpaper,” says Geneva. “I wanted to find as many places to use it as possible.” The macrame wall art is a thrift store score.

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PROJECT SOURCES CONTRACTOR Renovations Depot INTERIOR DESIGN Geneva Ness Design genevanessdesign.com

SHOPTALK l Geneva Ness Do you have a signature design style?

Yes, although it plays out very differently with each client and project. I love to design with a neutral color scheme, rich textures, and an abundance of understated patterns. Living in the Pacific Northwest where we don’t get much sunshine, I’m always focused on bringing as much natural light to every space as possible. I’m a big fan of starting with creamy white walls and concentrating on the architecture of the space, or creating more if it’s lacking. I also love to do a moody room, with dark blues, greens, or soft blacks to mix up the feel of the home. When did you first become interested in design and what was the journey to eventually building your own firm?

I have loved interior design since I was a little girl, although back then it looked a lot different; arranging and rearranging the furniture in my bedroom, begging my parents to buy me new bedding, throw pillows, room décor, etc. I remember going to my friend’s houses and organizing and styling their bedrooms. When I got to college I thought I should have a serious career, so I got a master’s degree in education. It took me until adulthood to realize that doing what you love CAN be your career. After several remodels and house flips of my own I went back to school for residential interior design and started taking on real clients. My company was organically born from there. It’s been an incredible journey full of learning experiences that I wouldn’t trade for anything. What kind of reaction do you hope to get from people that live in your spaces?

I want people to feel content and at ease in every space I design. My motto is “happiest at home” because I truly want my clients to love being in their homes more than anywhere else. I don’t want there to be any sofa that isn’t comfortable, or any object that can’t be touched. I strive to create spaces that are not only beautiful to look at, but are enjoyable to be in. What are some of the current influences on your work?

I’m heavily influenced by English, Spanish, and Scandinavian design. I love the charm, and the use of wood and patterns in English homes, the textured walls, curves, and natural materials in Spanish homes, and the clean lines and simplistic design of the Scandinavians. I think my style is a mix of all those elements. Do you have an inspiration board, and can you tell us what is inspiring you now?

I have so many inspiration boards going for my clients right now that I don’t have time to keep one for myself. If I did though, it would be full of creamy white plastered walls, inset wood cabinetry, statement light fixtures, reclaimed hardwood floors, natural stones, handmade tiles and unlacquered brass plumbing fixtures. Favorite design detail of your childhood home?

The two extra-large picture windows that looked out over the street. I’d spend hours watching the neighborhood activities through those windows. Treasured keepsake? A box of antique books from my grandparents. What are you working on at the moment?

Two whole-house remodels with stunning views of the Puget Sound, one main floor remodel in the heart of Woodinville wine country, and one new construction vacation home on the Columbia River. Makes for some incredible site visits!

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ELEVATED MODERN THE EXCELLENT DECADE-LONG WORKING RELATIONSHIP BETWEEN PONCIANO DESIGN AND AXIOM LUXURY HOMES, WHO TEAMED WITH WISE OWL PLANS, HELPED THIS PROFESSIONAL COUPLE CREATE A UNIQUELY MODERN HOME WITH EXPANSIVE VIEWS OF THE COLUMBIA RIVER THAT ENHANCED BOTH THE COUPLE’S LOVE FOR FAMILY AND ENTERTAINING.

Wise Owl Plans home designer Mark Wade situated the home to maximize views of the Columbia River. Striking black bifold Marvin doors open onto covered patio. Ponciano creates intimacy amidst 17' vaulted great room using Jaipur area rugs to define gathering places. Floor-to-ceiling Pental TEC fireplace from Lisac’s Fireplaces and Stoves echoes Calacatta ESD quartz kitchen wall at Western end of vaulted great room. Brass trimmed floral head dining chairs by TOV Furniture. Sunpan Soho Armchairs.

Kitchen island cabinetry by Hayes Cabinets pairs off against custom dining table seating 12. Blue Sunpan dining chairs trimmed in brass. Avenue Lighting chandelier draws eye to Elaborated Stone Design’s custom-crafted Calacatta ESD quartz countertops, range hood and wall. Cleaf laminate finish adds texture to cabinets housing refrigerator and roll-up appliance garage. Built-in office desk and cabinets off right. Marvin windows open view from kitchen into adjacent library/music room and out to river beyond.

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LOCATING A RARE PARCEL OF LAND ALONG the Vancouver side of the Columbia River was a godsend to this family of in-demand professionals and their three musically inclined teenage children. A bit of luck intervened when the first lot the homeowners had wanted but failed to obtain suddenly became available after a previous buyer’s deal fell through. The site was not without its challenges, however, including height restrictions, site conditions and proximity to the BSNF Railway. Scott Benedetti, owner of Axiom Luxury Homes of Vancouver and Portland, who is a certified LEED professional known for his attention to detail, was more than qualified to handle the challenges. Benedetti, in turn, recommended James Wise of Wise Owl Plans and his lead designer Mark Wade as the right home designer for the project. “The location is pretty special,” says Benedetti. “You don’t come across sites like this very often, and the way Wise Owl designed the home to fit onto the site is excellent.” “While we were working with the site and height restrictions,” explains Wade, “the 17' great room ceiling limited our capability for a steeper roofline, so we encouraged them to go more modern.” Ironically, a friend of the homeowner recommended Shannon Ponciano of House of Ponce (formerly known as Ponciano Design) of Portland to assist with the interior design, who has been collaborating with Benedetti for a decade. “Scott is such a great builder,” says Ponciano, “He’s very intentional, thoughtful about his decisions and materials. He takes his time, listens and does it right.” Working in concert with this home designer/builder/interior designer team also allowed the homeowner to make more informed decisions. “I wanted a modern farmhouse initially,” she says, “but after working with Shannon and Hayley at House of Ponce, I realized there was a broader choice of materials with a modern design than with modern farmhouse. It also enabled me to choose things I like, making the look more timeless.” “As we began to show her edgier materials with high contrast and unusual textures,” recalls Ponciano, “we saw a spark and, consequently, her style began to evolve throughout the process.” A muted palette designed to reflect the proximity to the Columbia River’s changeable waters also inspired Ponciano to add touches of warmth via brass accents in the furnishings. Dark cabinetry adds visual contrast in both the wall of dramatic kitchen cabinetry housing a roll-up appliance garage, espresso machine and refrigerator, as well as in the adjacent library/music room. “The homeowner wanted the design to be restful to act as the family’s oasis,” says Hayley MacLeod, a lead designer at House of Ponce. “So, with the kitchen as the focal point in the great room, Shannon and I showed the homeowner renderings of a large slab kitchen wall with a huge island big enough to seat their entire family – and she loved it.” PortraitMagazine.com

One of the main thrusts of the project was to create a light and bright feel to the home. “The clean slate of light and bright helps you to focus your eye on the ambiance of the landscape,” says Wade. Nowhere was this more prevalent than in the master bedroom, where the floor-to-ceiling windows feature soft sheers that bathe the room in a peaceful glow. Touches of brass are illuminated by unique lighting fixtures including crystal sconces and quartz chandelier. The master bath, perhaps one of the homeowner’s most cherished rooms in the house, features a much-debated window that highlights another important design element – geometric tile. “During the framing process,” recalls Benedetti, “we had a lot of discussion about whether or not to put a window next to the tub. We discussed having a high window, none at all, or floor-to-ceiling shaded or frosted one. Rather than have the shade down all the time, we frosted it, which added privacy, while still letting the light in, and providing architectural detail to the exterior as well.” Working in concert as a team helped to make the creation of this family home successful, says Benedetti, who typically works on all aspects of the projects with the interior designer, homeowner, and home designer. “I love designing family homes that have high style yet are also functional,” adds Ponciano, “whether they’re entertaining in the kitchen, reading in the library, or cozy in the bedrooms. Everything is really thought out as far as function is concerned. Adding a floral chair to the dining table, for instance, brought in some personality and sass, merging function and beauty.” 66

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LEFT Blue Pasha Home bed frame with Four Hands bedside tables evokes river. Gold backed Visual Comfort crystal sconces pair with CB2 quartz chandelier. Carole Fabrics sheers filter light. CENTER Powder room Calacatta ESD quartz wrapped hanging sink. Winfield Thybony wallpaper adds dramatic backdrop for Four Hands pendant and Elegant Lighting mirror. Brass inlaid flooring. RIGHT Pental 3D Wall geometric tile crowned by West Elm pendant and Delta faucet. Sculptural, free-standing Signature tub adds peace. Vanity cabinets by Hayes Cabinets. Vallelunga Carrara flooring.

THIS PAGE When the homeowners requested 11' ceilings instead of the standard 10' ones, Benedetti met the challenging job of adding an extra foot. Left Bank original artwork grounded by black Sunpan chest warmed with brass kickplate. Brassbased lamps reiterate theme. OPPOSITE MacLeod-designed library cabinetry trimmed in brass plays off unique chandelier with stunning geometric lines by Troy Lighting Raef Chandelier. Homeowners found colorful floor model sofa and brought it home in their van. Loloi rug grounds scene.

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With music at the heart of this family’s life, the home has two rooms dedicated to musical enjoyment. “What might normally be the home office space,” says Wade, “is a large band room.” The library, located off the kitchen doubles as a sanctuary for music as well. “The tall cabinets were designed for a cello, music stands, and storage,” explains MacLeod, “while the rolling ladder adds a libraryesque element.” With so many windows, there was little room left for art. Therefore, Ponciano chose a boldly dramatic piece to draw the eye upward toward the vaulted ceiling. “The great room is so large,” says Ponciano, “that we used area rugs to anchor each gathering space and darker colors to help move the flow throughout the space, whether it’s in the rugs, fabric or art.” The homeowners say they were warned that people often become stressed or overwhelmed by the building process. That was not the case for them. “For us,” says the homeowner, “the house is an extension of the way we live and want to host friends and family. Working with such a professional team provided us with a means of creating a home that answered our needs. So, it was easier to keep the building process in perspective because this team of talented professionals also made it fun.”

PROJECT SOURCES CONTRACTOR Axiom Luxury Homes axiomluxury.com HOME DESIGNER Wise Owl Plans wiseowlplans.com INTERIOR DESIGN House of Ponce poncianodesign.com FIREPLACE Lisac's Fireplaces & Stoves lisacsfireplaces.com

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STYLE ICONS

Designed by Paolo Cattelan, Cattelan Italia’s Atlantis Wood table is inviting with smooth, angled edges and barrel top in Canaletto walnut. Its bold, lacquered steel base is available in multiple finishes, putting a modern twist on a traditional wood top. Complementing it is the versatile Belinda chair with arms and the glassy Kidal ceiling lamp. All available through Kasala, www.kasala.com

GLASS IT UP

Visually open up your space while serving up a warm contemporary vibe with the Aron Extension table by Bontempi Casa. Modern and functional with seating up to 12, its customizable sleek tempered or lacquered glass sits atop a modest angled frame, shown in elm veneer. Paired with the Kuga chair in white ecoleather and elm solid wood. Through Alchemy Collections, www.alchemycollections.com

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POP UP OFFICE!

Transform your home office, den, or living room into the workspace of your dreams with Resource Furniture’s Flip-Down Desk Unit. Custom sizes and a wide variety finishes.

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1) Combining the latest technology with innovative design, Resource Furniture’s Flip-Down Desk Units options include integrated LED lighting, built-in phone charger, outlets, USB port, file drawer, and pencil drawer. Available through www.resourcefurniture.com 2) The Workshop Edition Ion Lamp from Schoolhouse plays with color and material in unexpected ways. Spun steel body shown in Persimmon complements the laser-engraved plywood base. www.schoolhouse.com 3) The bold, graphic Bender pillow in Cinnabar, through Kasala, www.kasala.com PortraitMagazine.com

From Roche Bobois’ latest collection, the customizable INTERMEDE sofa pairs with the INTERMEDE square or rectangular coffee table. Its sleek smoked-glass top is supported by belt-like arched steel, with the bottom shelf in available in a range of colors. Complementing and accenting the space are the DOT armchair and BILBOQUET cocktail table. Illumination provided by the UNFOLD lampadaire floor lamp in black lacquered steel with black base, defined by three reflectors in pleated fabric that are sure to draw attention. Grounding the room is the LILY BRUSH tufted rug in 60% vegetal silk and 40% wool. Through www.roche-bobois.com

ITALIAN ELEGANCE

With a clean design and friendly ergonomics, Saba’s Essential sofa represents a mix of Italian elegance. Attention to detail is noticed in the quilting of backrest cushions and the grosgrain cord trim. Also shown elegantly, like jewelry, the Ring coffee tables are inspired by raw cuts of precious stones. The ever versatile Geo pouf completes the room. All through Alchemy Collections, www.alchemycollections.com

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eye on design CASUAL COOL 1

1) The stylish Isma Chandelier is a modern approach on the classic candelabra-style chandelier. Through www.jgarnerhome.com 2) Gus* Modern’s Arcade Bar Cart brings versatility and playful style to any space, shown in Sage frame. Available through www. gusmodern.com 3) The minimalist Baltic Chair by Gus* Modern in a Natural Ash frame, www.gusmodern.com 4) Alyssa Rosenheck’s The New Southern Style shines light on the inspiring interior design movement happening in the South, www.powells.com 5+6) Thibaut’s Fair Isle F988732 printed fabric in green and blue; Shoji Panel in Aqua from the Dynasty Collection. Through The Dixon Group, www.thedixongroup.net 7) The unique iron and leather hardware pop against the Dry-Washed Poplar finish on Four Hands Isador Bar Cabinet. Through J Garner Home, www.jgarnerhome.com 8) Mod earth tones complement in Brink & Campman Kashba Splendid rug, www.brinkandcampman.com

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LAYING THE GROUNDWORK

Lillian August presents the Modern Living Collection for Hickory White, a masterful mix of furniture silhouettes, infusing clean lines with her signature artistic perspective. Offering everyday comfort, the Palermo Sectional in Pedigree Ivory upholstery and Mineral finish on the base; the Carlo Ottoman and Chair and Paolo Cocktail Table in solid oak with white concrete top in an amber grey finish complete the look. Through J Garner Home, www.jgarnerhome.com

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FROM LATTE TO SMOKEY SLATES, NEUTRALS ADD A CERTAIN REFINED JE NE SAIS QUOI TO A ROOM. Whether traditional or modern, well designed neutral rooms share some common threads, including the right balance of texture, tones and depth to keep them from reading flat. We’ve gathered a collection of Christopher Farr | cloth wallpapers as well as indoor and outdoor fabrics all in hushed hues that effortlessly add a subtle designer touch to otherwise quiet rooms. 1) Neisha Crosland, Drum print in Rose, 100% linen 2) Mille Feuilles Wallpaper in Slate 3) Skate in Smoke, 100% linen 4) Sashiko El Ultimo Grito in White 5) Brisa Wallpaper in Slate 6) Carnival Performance Print in Latte, 100% polyester 6) Carnival Performance Print in Latte 7) Mille Feuilles in Natural, 100% linen 8) Memphis in Natural, 100% linen 9) Cactus Flower Performance Print in Vino. All available through The Dixon Group, located in the Seattle Design Center, www.thedixongroup.net

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LUXURIOUS + VOGUE

The Allure Bed is a bronze, four-post design with a distinctly feminine feel. The flower-like shape of the posts and canopy creates a unique fluted effect. Also shown, the Dover Bedside Table is completely curvilinear with solid integrated bronze pulls. Both subtle and striking, the Vogue Bench is fashion-forward. All from the Baker Luxe Collection, available through Baker Furniture at the Seattle Design Center showroom. www.bakerfurniture.com

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FASHION-FORWARD

Designed to evoke the styling of vintage apothecary cabinets, the Couture Dresser is an exemplary piece from the Baker Luxe Collection. This modern and utilitarian console includes nine drawers that read as twentyseven eglomise drawers, framed in quartered oak. Available through Baker Furniture at the Seattle Design Center showroom. www.bakerfurniture.com

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Color Crush POOLSIDE GREEN

Luxe it up with bold green hues and genteel watery blues for luxuriously unforgettable spaces. These preppy shades have the remarkable ability to make you feel like you are summering on Cape Cod year-round. A classic combination, bold Kelly green fabrics pop against crisp white and nothing makes these vibrant greens sing more than a touch of gold! It’s also a standout wall or ceiling color.

1. PERFECT PAIRINGS Simply beautiful together, Thibaut’s Paramont Hillock wallpaper in Aqua; Desmond fabric in Aqua and Green; Darien Dining Chair in Ebru Embroidery fabric in Green. All through The Dixon Group, thedixongroup.net 2. POSH PARASOL The Santa Barbara Poolside Gossip Umbrella in Jungle Green is the epitome of vintage chic. Terris Drahiem Outdoor. outdoor.terrisdraheim.com 3. DELIGHTFUL DINING The Plisset dining table from Cattelan Italia delivers on design. The stunning architectural base is composed of Palissandro white marble in matte finish. Available through Kasala. kasala.com

4. PILLOW PLAY (front) Brentwood pillow in Emerald (back) Dante pillow in Forest. Through Kasala kasala.com 5. PRETTY PERCH The pretty Wyndham Ottoman is all dressed up with a pleated skirt and gleaming nail head accents. Thibaut, through thedixongroup.net 6. SUMMER FAVES (top) Outdoor ready with Sunbrella finish, Saybrook Stripe in Green and Spa (bottom)Tempo, Sunbrella woven fabric in Green and Spa. Thibaut, through thedixongroup.net

7. WHITE HOT Essex Chest from Lillian August in Acacia Wood with reverse painted glass and aged Bronze accents through J Garner Home. jgarnerhome.com

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IT TOOK A DECADE FOR THIS WOODINVILLE, WASHINGTON, HOME TO GESTATE IN THE MINDS OF ORLIN AND CARRIE SORENSEN, BUT HIRING JEFF IRELAND OF IRELAND GENERAL CONSTRUCTION AND DESIGN PARTNERS BETH DOTOLO AND CAROLINA GENTRY OF PULP DESIGN STUDIOS OF SEATTLE BROUGHT IT BEAUTIFULLY TO LIFE.

LODGE INSPIRED written by DONNA PIZZI photography by STEPHEN KARLISCH

FOR YEARS, ORLIN SORENSEN KEPT A PHOTO OF THE LODGE STYLE HOME he wanted to build propped on his office desk. He and his wife Carrie had already found a great plot of land in Woodinville – the perfect place to bring up their two boys. “At the time we were building Orlin’s business, so we lived in the small 1,200 sq. ft. fixer home that was half-log home, half funky addition, because the lot,” she says, “was perfection.”

They considered remodeling the log portion of the home but knew that would have been settling for something convenient rather than the dream home they were imagining. When the time was right financially, the couple turned to a mortgage broker to find the right combination of builder and architect. He recommended Jeff Ireland of Ireland General Construction in Kirkland, who, in turn, teamed with architect Tim Olson. “I’ve been building homes since 1992,” says Ireland, “beginning with Northwest Contemporary style and later refined Craftsman, for which I developed a following. For this house, however, I wanted to extricate my opinion and let the Sorensens achieve their dream home. Once they hired Pulp Design Studios, it became a full team effort that made this house truly come together.” Partners Beth Dotolo and Carolina V. Gentry of Pulp Design Studios, who have studios in Seattle, Dallas, and Los Angeles, came late to the project. “Normally, we like to be involved before they break ground, but since the construction was already in progress, we collaborated with Jeff Ireland who was great and super receptive to our ideas, as were the Sorensens,” says Dotolo.

LEFT A welcoming guest entry with charcoal and gray wool Surya rug is crowned by Bakers Pond artwork. Console Table in Cliffside Grey teams with warm Arteriors Monroe ottoman. THIS PAGE A pair of black iron Pearson chandeliers draw eye to superbly finished beams. Furnishings echo tones of El Dorado Stone fireplace with CR Laine Lincoln chairs in Winchester Vapor Leather and Adriana sectional atop wool Capel rug in Fog.

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LEFT Thompson Traders hammered copper apron sink provides warmth against striking Ann Sacks profile beveled brick backsplash in Platinum Irid. Calcatta Natura Corian quartz countertop with Hansgrohe rubbed bronze faucet. THIS PAGE Calloway swivel counter stools with Nile Croco Bronze fabric are loved by kids and guests alike. Ann Sacks Hex Diamond Chrysalis range backsplash. Visual Comfort Darlana pendant lanterns tie to living room chandeliers. Carrie’s online find: a copper range hood adds dramatic overtones.

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OPPOSITE A Parsons square cocktail table in Caramel echoes towering overhead beams. Sea Green accent pillows continue water theme found in Bernhardt Mosaic Side Chai dining chairs. Currey & Co. Broxton Orb bronze dining room chandelier gleams before Sierra Pacific windows. THIS PAGE Custom Bellmont Cabinets in White/ Taupe from 1900 Rustic Hickory, Folkstone line. Luxurious Twill/Blue, hand knotted 100% NZ handspun wool Loloi Rug makes cooking with Thermador appliances dreamy.

THIS PAGE Guest bedroom doubles as interchangeable offices crowned by elegant Visual Comfort Pendant with gild Arabelle Hanging Shade and grounded by Surya cowhide rug. CR Laine Chloe desk chair’s sensual lines opposite luxury sleeper sofa with TempurPedic mattress. OPPOSITE Auberge poster bed with metal canopy set against Phillip Jeffries wallpaper mimics soothing mountain range. Custom Belgian textured Linen 2-fold French-Pleat drapery in Spruce frames view. Slocum Hall side tables echo wood windows and doors.

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Pulp Design Studios engage their clients using a “Splendid Living Process,” whose detailed questionnaire helps them to articulate their needs artistically and stylistically. “We like to know how they’re going to engage with the space and then work for the end results backwards,” explains Dotolo. “When we started the process of building, we knew we’d be starting from scratch with a clean slate,” says Carrie. “I had a vision for the lighting fixtures for the great room, but beyond that we didn’t know, since my style is more classic country farmhouse and Orlin’s is more lodgey.” To design for these diverse styles, Pulp Design Studios created a hybrid style they call “Rustic Refined,” featuring clean-lined furnishings such as the mohair sofa and shagreen table that stand in relief to the rustic beams and rough-cut stone fireplace. In the kitchen, white cabinetry, glass mosaics and Carrie’s desire for a hammered copper apron sink contributed to the hybrid style. “Hats off to the Sorensens for hiring Pulp Design Studios and team,” says Ireland, who collaborated with them to add a three-quarter bath to serve the bonus room he and Olson had added. Their participation also demanded that Ireland’s team be able to rise to the level of craftsmanship needed to create the line item changes. Carrie acknowledges the many feats Ireland and his crew achieved during the process. “Even as we kept adding and changing things,” she says, “Jeff was wonderful to work with, as was his team who were so great and so easy to be around.” Even the building inspector was in awe of what Ireland had achieved, including his “beautiful beam work,” and suggestion for siting the pool to be visibly aligned with the Great Room. “It couldn’t have come together more beautifully, wood trim, wood doors, timbers in great room, all so welcoming, warm and cozy,” says Carrie. PortraitMagazine.com

PROJECT SOURCES CONTRACTOR Ireland General Construction irelandgeneralconstruction.com ARCHITECT Tim Olson Architect INTERIOR DESIGN Pulp Design Studios pulpdesignstudios.com

To create the soothing master bedroom Carrie was envisioning, Pulp Design chose an abstract grass cloth wallpaper Beyond-Distant Charcoal on silver metallic paper by Phillip Jeffries and tied it to the neutral blues found in their linen drapery and plush New Zealand wool rug. “We wanted it to feel lush, feminine, and romantic, with layered bedding, and mountain motif wallpaper,” says Dotolo. “That wallpaper alone is something Orlin and I had never done, and I love it,” says Carrie. “It’s so peaceful. It feels like you’re going over the mountains on a cloudy, stormy day.” “The house,” says Dotolo, “should be a living, breathing environment that changes as you travel and experience life. Not everything is built in. For example, if you want to change the look a bit, you simply add a different tub-side table to a silver martini or Carrera marble one.” For Ireland, his joy came upon seeing Orlin the morning after the family had moved in. “How did you enjoy your first night in the place?” he asked. To his surprise, Orlin got choked up as he described how surreal the evening felt as they witnessed their dream finally coming true. “It felt like a parent watching his kids opening their Christmas presents,” Ireland says. ABOVE Rustic meets Refined: soft marble mosaic backs double vanity sink wall. Dainty Bryant sconce in bronze finish adds feminine touch to Rustic Hickory cabinets. Tolson Oval Pivot Mirror in oil rubbed bronze from Rejuvenation. Comfy Bianca Collection freestanding bath. Flooring: vein cut honed Chenille White Daltile.

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Corey Martin’s experience as a sculptor focused on making form inspired by the landscape contributed to his vision of creating architecture more intrinsically connected to Central Oregon’s unique geological landscape. Rooted in the surroundings of sagebrush below and endless skies above, Hacker Architects carved out this home as one whole from inside out. Dramatically stained Western Red Cedar on the exterior is naturally finished on interiors that extend from courtyard to kitchen. At far right is a small courtyard off the great room. An in-ground spa off the primary bedroom is sheltered by a louvered trellis above.

FROM OUT OF THE DESERT LANDSCAPE COMES THIS HIGH DESERT HOME, ENVISIONED BY HACKER ARCHITECTS OF PORTLAND, OREGON, AS AN OUTCROPPING OF THE GEOLOGIC FORMATIONS FROM WHENCE IT CAME. ITS WESTERN RED CEDAR EXTERIOR AND FLOOR-TO-CEILING GLASS THAT ECHO THE SURROUNDINGS WERE CONSTRUCTED BY BEND, OREGON’S KN VISIONS TO WITHSTAND THE OFT-DAILY VACILLATING DESERT TEMPERATURES.

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The view of snow-covered golf course is framed by house. “Buildings,” says Corey, “can break down their surroundings to connect people more directly to the landscape.” Glasbox windows rise to nearly 14 ft. Aluminum extrusion glass doors to 8 ft. Whitewashed wide plank engineered oak flooring with custom stain by Summers Flooring & Design. Mid-Century inspired furnishings selected by Hoffmans complete the “story” of their home.

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A LOVE FOR THE ART OF STORYTELLING is just one of the things that drew longtime Nike executive Greg Hoffman and his wife Kirsten, a Nike film producer, to principal designer Corey Martin of Hacker Architects. “What’s unique about Corey,” says Greg, “is that while presenting his design drawings to us, he began talking about the history of the area, going back hundreds of years and into the present. As someone who led storytelling presentations for years at Nike, I found being on the receiving end very powerful, because Corey’s level of emotional storytelling not only showed a lot of empathy for me and my family, but also sensitivity to the environment on which we were placing the structure that would become more than a home.” Before joining Hacker Architects, Corey took a break from architecture and spent several years carving sculpture from Cedar and Doug fir. It was this visceral relationship to Cedar, a regional material he reveres for its beauty and durability, that inspired him to utilize it in his work with buildings as well. Growing up in nearby Eugene, Oregon, Corey has spent much of his life exploring the Central Oregon Landscape - rock climbing, biking, and skiing in the mountains. He found early inspiration from iconic Central Oregon buildings like the award-winning 1970s Country House Condominiums at Black Butte Ranch, where the design made him realize how architecture and nature could work together. “From my work with sculpture I saw how you could also think about sculpting buildings as spaces that have been carved from the inside,” he says. “For the design of this house, the exterior is dark stained weathering cedar, inside it is clear, finished wood. It comes from the idea of removing material in the process of carving instead of building something from groups of objects.” Brian Groza, Senior Project Manager of KN Visions, a division of Kirby Nagelhout Construction Company in Bend, which specializes in high-end residential construction, calls Corey an exceptional designer. “Corey is a visionary,” says Groza. “His modern houses are unique, more of a hybrid of buildings and residences because of the scale, volume of spaces and visual impact with lots of glass, cedar, and a complex roof structure. As commercial contractors, we do a lot of steel and know how to build that type of structure.” When the Hoffmans learned of the legacy between Hacker and KN Visions after their collaboration on other projects such as the Unitarian Church in Bend, they considered it an advantage. “As a result, we were able to benefit from their background doing commercial spaces, which meant our house would be built to last and withstand some of the extreme elements and weather of the high desert,” says Greg. Working collaboratively with their clients, says Corey, Hacker usually begins with a variety of designs. The Hoffmans were most interested in those that complemented yet also contrasted the surrounding landscape. Greg, in turn, created an Instagram

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account “The High Desert House” for the AIA-award-winning home, where he posts photos and time lapse photography illustrating the way Hacker created a constantly changing play of sunlight into the interior of the space throughout the day. To promote community and togetherness, Greg and Kirsten wanted the large common space – kitchen, dining room and living room - to not only be functional but a place in which they wanted to spend time. Too often architecture divides these spaces with formal dining rooms separate from kitchens that are rarely used. To that end, Kirsten worked hand-in-glove with Jed’s Woodworking to refine the function of all the cabinetry in the home. “She has a great ability to achieve the functionality you need within a kitchen space,” says Greg, “that also works with the architecture that’s both modern yet highly functional.” Hacker designed the home to both contrast and connect to the landscape. “Sometimes we can create a way to better appreciate and understand the landscape by editing it so you can focus on specific parts – one at a time,” says Corey. Groza notes Hacker delineates visual planes in the design by using lines to define edges. “In the living room, the horizontal reveal tracks across the cap of the short wall and then extends to the exterior as seen in the courtyard area through the glass. From the entry hall, you can see the top of wall and the horizontal reveal that tracks through the entire house.” 100

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LEFT Natural stained cedar extends from the patio overhang to the interior ceiling, and frames the kitchen casework, doubling as the backsplash. ABOVE Max Manufacturing fabricated the steel fireplace components and precast fireplace panels. Vertical, charcoal-stained cedar wraps living area into the small courtyard, where cedar trellis slats drenched in sunlight create deep, architecturally inspired shadows. RIGHT Finely detailed primary bedroom cabinetry features exquisite vertical grain ash.

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Inspired by more than a century of farms and ranches in the area with wood weathered and burnished by the sun, Hacker Architects and the Hoffmans see any imperfections as beautiful, translating the region’s architectural history into a modern, refined expression. By varying the types of finishes, says Greg, they were able to build the home’s character and personality, and that was just one more element where KN Visions became an integral part of “the story.” “With the exterior and interiors revealing multiple shades of varnishes and stains, details mattered,” explains Greg, “and KN Visions’ extremely high attention to detail and standard of excellence enabled us to achieve that distinction.” Corey’s passion for the specific qualities of the landscape of Central Oregon have driven Hacker to develop a nuanced approach to designing for Central Oregon. “There’s a very different quality of light in this higher elevation – with less humidity, more freshness and a literal newness geologically that we’re trying to amplify,” he says. “We bring a unique viewpoint and a more intimate connection to materials, especially when we’re using wood from the Pacific Northwest and sourcing it locally. It’s all intertwined together.” “That’s what makes Hacker’s perspective about architecture unique,” says Greg. “In 80% of the architectural buildings and homes being designed and built today, those types of conversations are not being held and, consequently, there is an enormous opportunity to create spaces for well being and positive energy that are lost.”

PROJECT SOURCES CONTRACTOR KN Visions knvisions.com kirbynagelhout.com ARCHITECT Hacker Architects hackerarchitects.com

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SHOPTALK l Corey Martin

How would you describe your relationship with architecture? How has it changed over your career?

I love to see how the very first insights about a project evolve to become a tactile, experiential place. It’s amazing. I also know now to trust the early insights more, to not fight them, and to let the process unfold to realize them. Your work blends the lines between design, the extended landscape, and living space; is this something you’ve always felt strongly about or was it a gradual process of finding your voice?

I have always had the urge to connect design, landscape, and space and I have learned how to articulate it, define it, and make it happen in more powerful ways over time. Do you use the natural environment specifically as inspiration for your architectural projects? Absolutely. It doesn’t matter if I am working in an urban location or a sensitive natural environment, I always ask how the design can connect to the environment. Has there been a defining experience that has significantly influenced your viewpoint on design?

There hasn’t been one single experience, but a series of experiences linked by a lot of work trying to figure things out. That said, the best thing I ever did for my confidence in architecture was the act of leaving the profession to focus on pure art. What are some of the current influences on your work?

I am extremely excited about the potential of mass timber, and the potential of art and nature to play an even larger part in the next phase of my work. You’ve built up a body of residential work. What are some major takeaways from designing homes?

Homes are more personal, and they allow a level of experimentation and clarity that larger projects do not. They allow deep connections to be made between people and the landscape. As you look to the future, are there any ideas you think should be front and center in the minds of residential architects?

We should all be asking how our projects can improve something in the world. How many projects do you take on at one time or throughout the year?

Our office does all types of work and we usually have two to three single-family homes in design or construction at any moment. We are expanding our single-family practice so that we can take on more of this work in the future. Hidden talent?

Ask me where to go mountain biking in Oregon and I won’t stop talking for a few hours. Favorite era of design?

The heyday of modern sculpture in the mid-century and the NW Coast carvers– Noguchi, Brancusi, Moore, Hepworth, Smith, Reid.

Corey Martin, Principal | Hacker Architects Favorite architectural detail of your childhood home?

My childhood home was the only simple modern home on our street. It was a wood volume stacked on a concrete base that had a continuous wall of glass looking west over South Eugene. The views were fantastic and in the summer it got really, really hot. My favorite detail was the external roller shades that my dad installed to block the heat before it came into the house. I learned about passive heating and cooling from an early age. What’s next on the boards?

We are going to create the most regenerative homes you have ever seen.

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THIS PAGE To counter the cool, white, grays and blacks, Gray added wood beyond the flooring, since it’s not at eye level. Wood-topped barstools draw the eye up to the windows and warm bamboo shades. OPPOSITE Miele range and exhaust with Fuller Woodcraft custom hood. A second dishwasher by Miele makes cleanup easy.

WHEN A MISSION TO SAVE A 1950S RANCH STYLE LAKE OSWEGO HOME CLEARLY WOULD NOT WORK, THIS FAMILY OF FIVE TURNED TO KAMI GRAY INTERIOR DESIGN, AND FULLER WOODCRAFT HOMES TO BUILD A NEW SINGLE-STORY HOME WITH A MODERN FARMHOUSE KITCHEN.

FARMHOUSE MIX written by DONNA PIZZI photography by KAITLIN GREEN

FOR OVER A YEAR, MARISA AND DREW COLEMAN and their three young children had been crowding into a 1950s ranch style home in

Lake Oswego, firm in their belief that they could remodel the home into something that would suit their growing needs. “The more we lived there, however,” says Marisa, “the more we realized that with all the funny add-ons that had been done over the years, we were going to have to start anew.” As one of Oregon’s top real estate brokers, Drew Coleman knew a lot about selling homes, but he and Marisa soon discovered that building a new one from scratch was uncharted territory. “It was a long process,” says Marisa, “with so many moving pieces. Discovering the order of things was hard, so it’s key to work with someone whom you can trust to give it to you straight to streamline things. We were fortunate to already know the high-caliber design work of Kami Gray and craftsman/contractor Aaron Fuller of Fuller Woodcraft, so we hit the ground running.” “The original house was a really dark box,” recalls Gray. “I knew architect Todd Lasher would be able to orient the house to bring in better light with windows that are also an important part of curb appeal.” Knowing how styles change over time, Gray also encouraged Marisa, who was already envisioning a modern farmhouse kitchen, to strike a balance between that style and something more neutral and timeless, without the then popular barnboards or shiplap. “I listen to my clients,” says Gray, who likes to take homeowners on field trips to visit suppliers to see what they respond to. “I don’t make cookie cutter kitchens, no two are ever alike, because I want our clients to feel like it’s their kitchen and not just a Kami Gray Interior’s version of one.”

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FAR LEFT Milgard Black Bean fiberglass windows add both contrast to neutral kitchen and curb appeal to exterior. Globe Lighting furnished Chadwick oil rubbed bronze pendants over sink and clear domed style over island. Awning clerestory windows bring additional light. Argonne Biscuit French Oak flooring grounds white elements. Custom hood built by Fuller Woodcraft trimmed in French Oak to play off additional wood accents found in bamboo shades. MIDDLE White farmhouse sink pops against surrounding Java Noir quartz countertops. Bronze Waterstone faucet adds warmth to the mix. BELOW Wooden shelves mounted on 2x6 locking add contrast to Dal Rittenhouse Alpine White tile.

Lasher turned to Fuller while designing the home to be certain that he could build what he and Gray were designing. Fuller assured him he could make everything work with some adjustments. Marisa says Fuller’s ability to bring in great subs was essential to the flow of construction. “The framing team was so unbelievable,” she says, “that the window measurements were exactly right on, something the window installer said rarely happens.” Gray was impressed by Fuller’s hard-working, easy-going nature, and ability to pivot as needed. “I very much liked the way the house flowed together, inside and out,” says Fuller. “Kami’s creativity and design are beautiful with plenty of forethought to make the look long lasting.” “Balance and contrast are essential,” says Gray. “So, too, are light, hardware, and countertops. With such a big kitchen, too much white would have made it feel huge, as if it were floating, with nothing to anchor it to the ground.” To achieve that, she painted the lower and island Wellborn cabinets a Dove gray and alternated the countertop materials with Java Noir quartz alongside the white apron sink, and Pental Misterio quartz on the island.

PROJECT SOURCES CONTRACTOR Fuller Woodcraft Homes fullerwoodcraft.com ARCHITECT Todd Lasher Design toddlasherdesign.com INTERIOR DESIGN Kami Gray Interior Design kamigrayinteriors.com

Having a great designer, adds Marisa, helps to eliminate some of the myriad of choices. “Even if an element was visually appealing, she helped us understand the why behind it, not just the look but also the function. It’s so nice to have experts who understand your aesthetic and work with you to make it happen.” PortraitMagazine.com

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EAST COAST INSPIRED written by EMILY ZAHNISER photography by JIM HENKENS

DESIGNER MARIANNE SIMON BRINGS EAST COAST CHARM AND CLASSICISM TO THE WEST COAST’S MT. VERNON. THIS WHOLE-HOUSE DESIGN EMBODIES LIVABLE LUXURY BY MIXING TRADITIONAL ELEMENTS WITH A PALETTE OF CLEAN WHITES AND AN UNCLUTTERED APPROACH.

GRETCHEN AND KENT HABERLY TOOK THEIR TIME FINDING THE RIGHT DESIGNER for their new home north

of Seattle. The empty-nesters had purchased a lot with golf course and Mt. Baker views. They intended to build their forever home – one with all the elements necessary to embrace their retirement years gracefully and become a gathering place for adult children and grandchildren. “After initially working with a building designer, we brought on Marianne Simon of Marianne Simon Design to help us bring our dream to life,” said Gretchen Haberly. “I’m so glad we did. She understood our vision and was meticulous in addressing functionality and detail.” Haberly sought out Simon to capture an East Coast aesthetic. From the Cape Code reminiscent exterior shingles to classic elements of marble, white millwork, tongue and groove paneling, and coordinated color palette inside, the home exudes a sense of timeless style. “It’s all about making a space cohesive. Spaces flow together with complementary aesthetics. There is no jarring surprise as you go from room to room,” says Simon. “The Haberlys are attracted to traditional design, but they’re not stuffy, the overall effect is what I like to call ‘casual elegance.’ Friends and family will feel comfortable enough to put their feet up, but it’s still gorgeous.” The home is defused with light and natural colors and textures. White oak flooring with a clear finish creates continuity throughout. The open kitchen and dining area feature white cabinetry and handcrafted white subway tile backsplash. Luxury touches are found everywhere, including soapstone countertops and fireplace accents, dramatic draperies in natural linens, and upholstered bedroom and dining furniture. Features like lighting, hardware, and seating take traditional forms but with a fresh twist. “Chic Ann Morris pendant lights over the kitchen island might come across as more industrial in nature, but a custom white powder coating softens them into harmony with the room,” Simon said. A traditional chandelier is cast in an oil-rubbed bronze is in subtle contrast to the polished nickel of the cabinet pulls. “I like to mix metal fixtures a bit for depth and context – if all the hardware is the same, it can feel a little flat.” To create visual calm, Simon dressed the dining room chairs in floor-length skirts. They elevate the dining area while reducing a sense of clutter as the eye travels between living, dining, and kitchen areas. Simon also helped the homeowners to make thoughtful choices about utility and aging-in-place features. “Gretchen is an avid gardener, so we built functions for all seasons gardening right into the combo mudroom and laundry.” The extra-thick butcher block on the kitchen island is both useful and a perfect launching pad for entertaining. The counter stools can be tucked fully under the island and out of the way for 360 degree mingling. PortraitMagazine.com

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The Haberlys have all they need on the ground floor, including kitchen, living, and main bedroom and bath. Upstairs is for guests. “We have four adult children and grandkids, so making this a welcoming place for everyone to visit and stay was a priority,” said Haberly. Visitors benefit from multiple upstairs bedrooms, including a sophisticated ‘bunk room,’ guest bath, and bonus game room. Marble countertops and dual mirrors in the guest bath turn it into something special as well as practical. Open storage for towels, toiletries, and other essentials makes it easy for even young guests to feel at home. Downstairs, Simon outfitted the powder room with a sink console converted from an existing cabinet. “We found this dresser with the perfect patina for the home,” said Simon. Incorporating antiques and found objects is a hallmark of Simon’s approach to interior design. Being easy to work with is another. “Marianne is so delightful, happy, and positive to work with that this whole experience was a pleasure,” says Haberly. “Our builder, Rob Johnson of Johnson Construction, also brought his expert care and craftsmanship to bringing Marianne’s ideas to life.” Little touches like library lights above the bookshelves, beadboard in the laundry, an oval window in the main bath, and traditional crown molding all add to the timeless elegance and sophistication of the home. “Everything Marianne does is with such a sense of class,” says Haberly. “I just love everything. There is nothing I wish I could have done differently. We’ll never get tired of it.” Light and bright, traditional Andersen windows from The Window & Door Shoppe diffuse the main level living and entertainment areas with natural light. Sub-Zero appliances from Judd & Black Appliance are complemented by a custom range hood. Lee Industry counter stools from J Garner Home in the Seattle Design Center (SDC) can tuck entirely under the kitchen island to facilitate entertaining.

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A graceful stairway clad in tongue and groove paneling with traditional railings leads to the upstairs guest retreat. Neutral colors and soft whites grace bedrooms and bathrooms. Lee Industries headboard from J Garner Home. The Bliss Studio chest was converted into the guest sink cabinet vanity. Simon worked primarily with free-standing and wall lighting rather than ceiling lights to create warmth and intimacy. Visual Comfort table lamps, wall sconces, and dining room fixtures throughout.

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KAILLA PLATT FLOWERS www.kaillaplattflowers.com SWAN ISLAND DAHLIAS www.dahlias.com

HOME FURNISHINGS, RUGS & LIGHTING ALCHEMY COLLECTIONS www.alchemycollections.com ARTERIORS www.arteriorshome.com BAKER FURNITURE www.bakerfurniture.com BONTEMPI CASA www.bontempi.it/it_en BRINK + CAMPMAN www.brinkandcampman.com/nl/ BROWN JORDAN www.brownjordan.com CANE LINE www.cane-line.com CATTELAN ITALIA www.cattelanitalia.com CURREY & COMPANY www.curreyandcompany.com FOUR HANDS www.fourhands.com GUS* MODERN www.gusmodern.com J GARNER HOME www.jgarnerhome.com

NEW MOON RUGS www.newmoonrugs.com

ROCHE BOBOIS www.roche-bobois.com SABA ITALIA www.sabaitalia.it SANTA BARBARA DESIGNS www.santabarbaradesigns.com SCHOOLHOUSE www.schoolhouse.com SEATTLE DESIGN CENTER www.seattledesigncenter.com SEED DESIGN www.seeddesignusa.com TERRIS DRAHEIM OUTDOOR www.outdoor.terrisdraheim.com THE DIXON GROUP www.thedixongroup.net THIBAUT www.thibautdesign.com

ADVERTISER INDEX Alchemy Collections .................................... 9 Cambium Landscape .................................24 Click Architects ...........................................27 CNB Ironworks ...........................................22 Ireland General Construction ....................95 J Garner Home ..........................................79 Judd & Black Appliance .............................13 Kasala ........................................................70 Lane Williams Architects ............................29 Mike Fisher Construction ...........................23 Museum Quality Framing / Frame Central ...IFC Parr Cabinet Design Center ......................... 6 Resource Furniture ...................................... 3 Roche Bobois ............................................... 4 Seattle Design Center ................................BC Sumner Street Home Hardware ................16 Terris Draheim Outdoor .............................31 The Dixon Group ........................................79 The Window & Doore Shoppe....................29 Western Interlock ......................................11

FEATURED ARCHITECTS & DESIGNERS COREY MARTIN ........................................103 Hacker Architects www.hackerarchitects.com GENEVA NESS ............................................61 Geneva Ness Design www.genevanessdesign.com

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LANDSCAPE DESIGNERS & ARCHITECTS CAMBIUM LANDSCAPE www.cambiumlandscape.com

KENNETH PHILP LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS www.kennethphilp.com LAND MORPHOLOGY www.landmorphology.com

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