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These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things: Filling Your Remodel Wish List Read More »
This inclement weather has us contemplating the importance of mudrooms in the Seattle area. As architects we always help our clients organize and simplify their lives by designing functional and
Mudrooms & Entryway Drop Zones Read More »
Even though we don’t need fireplaces to heat our houses or cook our food anymore, many of our clients want a fireplace in their home for its intangible appeal. Historically,
Designing a Fireplace to Gather ‘Round Read More »
Thanksgiving is, without a doubt, the largest eating holiday of the year, so we are taking a look at what makes a great gathering space. From the hustle and bustle
Connecting to the outside for year-round enjoyment. On every remodel or new house design, we work hard to configure spaces so they have a strong inside/ outside connection. We do
Architecture Design Tips: Indoor/Outdoor Spaces Read More »
After many years as a successful design build company, we have some thoughts on the subject! Architects are trained to think holistically so we start by considering the goals you
Do I Need An Architect for My New House or Remodel? Read More »
Dreaming about a home design project and not sure where to start? Wondering how to make the most of your budget? Curious about green design or how to plan for
CTA Presenting at the Monthly “Ask An Architect” Seminar! Read More »
As we’ve described in our first two installments in this Craftsman series, Bungalow home design here in the US was heavily influenced by the Arts & Crafts movement, and led
Creating a Craftsman Home in a Modern Age – Part 3: Craftsman Interiors Read More »
In our first article in this series, we offered a brief history of how Craftsman or Bungalow style architecture came into such popularity in the late 1800’s Industrial Age. Here
Creating a Craftsman Home in a Modern Age – Part 2 Read More »
It’s fascinating to us as architects to see how interest in Craftsman style homes ebbs and flows over time. After a decade of great enthusiasm for pseudo Craftsman designs in
Creating a Craftsman Home in a Modern Age – Part 1 Read More »
Embarking on a remodel or new house effort is an incredibly exciting experience! Getting started usually begins with visual images, and with the barrage of photographs everywhere around us, collecting
Using Houzz to Your Advantage: Make Sense of Your Inspirational Images Read More »
Dreaming about a home design project and not sure where to start? Wondering how to make the most of your budget? Curious about green design or how to plan for
Ask An Architect! Seminar Openings Read More »
As the market keeps getting hotter, many Seattleites are investing in their homes, and one of the biggest investments one can make in their home is a second story addition.
CTA’s Second Story Additions Read More »
DADUs, Backyard Cottages and Small Living in Seattle: Can you DADU too? Read More »
As we have been remodeling so many Mid-Century Modern homes, we thought we’d highlight a few remodels that demonstrate our Mid-Century values. Owning a 60’s era homes usually means our client has an appreciation for the architectural features
Mid-Century Modern in Seattle: Tips on Transforming a Typical 60’s Rambler Read More »
Home Architecture Tips: #3 in a Series of Design Tips from a Seattle Architect During a remodel, choosing colors is usually quite a different experience than when simply decorating, or designing. Instead of focusing
How to Choose Color for your Home Remodel Read More »
A common misconception about home remodels is that they are for expansion and grandeur;in reality, the goal of many of our remodels is to create a better fitting home environment, and sometimes that
Dare to Downsize: Edmonds Remodel Read More »
Home Architecture Tips: #1 in a Series of Design Tips from a Seattle Architect. One of the big advantages of living in the Puget Sound area is that just outside
Bringing the Outside In: Making Windows Work in Residential Architecture Read More »
When it comes time to renovate, owners are usually faced with three things: an outdated home, an exciting wish list, and some anxieties about cost and the construction process. To
Beginning the Remodeling Process: Facing down the Fear Factor Read More »
As one of the rare architectural features that is social by nature, it goes without saying that the front porch has a welcoming history. In the same realm of American
The Front Porch Lifestyle Read More »
