Architecture Design Tips: Indoor/Outdoor Spaces
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 …
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DADUs, ADUs & Backyard Cottages
Upcoming FAR Regulations in Seattle: A Primer!
You may have heard about a recent change to the Seattle zoning code that will place new restrictions on the size of homes in our city. This new regulation comes …
New Backyard Cottage (D/ADU) regulations now in effect in Seattle!
The City of Seattle wants you to builds an ADU! This week marks a big change in how Seattle allows backyard cottages, also known as Mother-in-Law units or Granny Suites. …
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Designing a DADU in Seattle – Can I build one on my lot?
As a Seattle residential architecture firm having considerable experience designing backyard cottages, we’d like to offer our take on the current world of DADUs here in Seattle! …
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Our Updated Guide to Seattle Construction Costs!
Every once in a while, we run an analysis of our most recent projects in order to get insights into the current averages in construction costs. These last few years …
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Do I Need An Architect for My New House or Remodel?
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 …
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A New DADU Ready for Tenants!
This new backyard cottage (DADU – Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit) is recently completed. It is 800 square feet with two bedrooms and 1-1/2 baths on the lower level; the kitchen, …
South Seattle Shipping Container Office
Two shipping containers are getting a new life in Georgetown – as a backyard office for our busy client! This project has been a long time coming, but it didn’t …
DADUs, Backyard Cottages and Small Living in Seattle: Can you DADU too?
The greater Seattle area is growing! Are you up to date on what you're able to build in your backyard? We’ve had a lot of interest lately in small buildings …
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