Coates Design Architects Seattle
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Seattle Architects Coates Design Architects (located on Bainbridge Island, Washington - also performing work anywhere in the United States) has a sterling reputation for offering innovative architectural and sustainable design services for a wide range of projects. We pride ourselves on consistently exceeding our client's goals, on both large and small construction projects.

Our highly creative, qualified team members, with backgrounds in design, construction, and the fine arts, meet complex design challenges with elegant solutions.

The firm's managing partner, award-winning architect Matthew Coates, AIA, is recognized by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) as a LEED accredited professional.

Services Provided:
Architecture, Design, Consulting, Sustainability, Green Building, Residential

Areas Served:
We work with clients in the US and abroad.

Certification and Awards:
LEED AP
AIA
Contact:
Matthew Coates
Type:
Architects & Designers
Address:
P.O. Box 11654,
Bainbridge Island, Washington,
United States, 98110
Phone:
(206) 780-0876
Website:
www.coatesdesign.com
    Coates Design Architects Seattle commented on a discussion
    nice exterior lighting job - I like the outdoor downlights. What style are they? MR16, Par20. What trim and who makes them?
    · Comment · 6 days ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle thank you! i will look into this and see if i can still locate what we specified.
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    Roofing Material - Kudos on the house. Really beautiful and smart. May I ask what you used for roofing material. Is it an adhered synthetic membrane? And how d... Read More »
    · · Comment · 6 days ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle hello and thank you! - the roofing is a standing seam metal roof (24ga). there is little to know thermal bridging due to the fact that above the glazing is actually a truss system that is filled with insulation...very much like any traditional roof assembly. the magic is in the detailing.
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    TrockWorks Architectural Services Yeah, I was hoping for a magician to tell me how he did his magic trick! Thanks for writing. : )
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    bespoke cabins & summerhouses Like the random window sizes to the front...nice
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    What kind of trees are planted to the right of the patio?
    · Comment · 6 days ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle oh im so sorry to say that i dont know...the landscape was done by someone else.
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    Where did you get the long pavers?
    · Comment · 12 days ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle those are custom concrete pavers
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    What to put on Fireplace - This room is a grand kitchen/dining. We wanted the area Cathedral so it is about 25ft h. I'm thinking something grand on this fireplace bu... Read More »
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    Coates Design Architects Seattle Art! That's what the mantel needs. Leelee had some good ideas.
    2 weeks ago ·
    decoenthusiaste You can rent furniture for staging in some metropolitan areas if you need to.
    2 weeks ago ·
    pazzam Just wondering, since when did a "Maria Theresa" chandelier become contemporary? All lighting stores called it a very "Traditional" fixture. The different spin is the color. Yes, an iron fixture would have blended right in, however the goal here was to create a sense of seperation between the kitchen and dining. ( which I didn't discuss anywhere prior), yet tying that feel together. I think going with suggestions of painting that back wall and changing table and chairs will work. (Renting is a great and available option) Thanks for all the great ideas! Will post the after pics.!
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    Advice on options for between gaps? - Advice on stones between gaps? - We just created a patio just like this. We got 24"x24" concrete pavers from home depot and we left a 2" spa... Read More »
    · Comment · 3 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle yeah you should use a 3/4" or 1/4" clean compacted granite. AKA decomposed granite - larger stones make installation difficult as well as maintanence
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    Does the standing seam metal make sounds - Such a beautiful job! We are having our architect builder do a similar finish. The builder says as the sun hits the metal it can make noise?... Read More »
    · Comment · 3 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle hey thanks! i appreciate that....the metal should not make noise. it does happen in rare circumstances. be sure it is not attached on all edges. (follow mfg recommendations) - it may pop if it is not allowed to expand and contract with temperature
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    Coates Design Architects Seattle commented on a discussion
    what is between the pavers?
    · Comment · 3 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle hi - the pavers are set in 3/4" clean crushed granite
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    concrete firepit - Cool backyard - economical and great looking. Did you create the concrete firepit yourself? Could you share the process? Does it have a bott... Read More »
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    Coates Design Architects Seattle thanks! yes this is a cast in place concrete fire pit. the bottom is concrete its about 18" deep.
    3 weeks ago ·
    Coates Design Architects Seattle i think any good concrete contractor could build it if you showed them the photo
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    Like this look for my patio - Love the look. Could you please describe this in more detail. Is that crushed stone/gravel underneath those blocks of cement?
    · Comment · 3 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle between the pavers is 3/4 clean crushed granite
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    Roof decking materials - I have a roof deck very similar to this picture with a very nice living area under it. Help! The deck has started to get spongy in about a ... Read More »
    · Comment · 3 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle it sounds like you need a new roof! i strongly suggest that you hire a local architect to assist you. its impossible for me to help without being able to really see what is going on.
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    Like the stone. What stone is this. - What stone is this. Is this good for outdoor patio in Florida.
    · Comment · 3 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle hello - this patio os formed with concrete pavers. 24"x24"
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    How thick is the tub? How did you get the drain and overflow to work? - I have a similar tub going into a house I'm building but can't find the appropriate drain and overflow to get through the thickness of the c... Read More »
    · Comment · 3 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle if you look closely you will see a trench drain set into the concrete floor just next to the entry step. thanks!
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    Great space in need of design help! - We have the potential to make our home truly magnificent, but have lost our direction entirely. Over the last 3 years I have sporadically pl... Read More »
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    Coates Design Architects Seattle How about removing the ceiling fan lighting? Cove lighting could be a good option...
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    decoenthusiaste I like the drape. You could use a larger diameter rod and match the finish on the grommets, hanging it high enough so the drapes just kiss the floor. If you live in the USA, homedecorators.com has been having a sale on rugs and free shipping. My clients and I have been very pleased with them.
    3 weeks ago ·
    emilyj67 I like the drape too -- it blends the darker color of the woodwork with the light walls and furniture nicely.
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    I need help... I dunno what to next ? - I started decorating my living room and I just run out of ideas and also out of fashion haha! I desperately need help .... I feel like I los... Read More »
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    Coates Design Architects Seattle Jen - how about removing your carpeting and installing a lighter colored wood flooring? For the flooring you see in the image below, we went with Aacer's northern hard maple. Hope this suggestion helps !
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    aaricazz I think you should add more pillows to your couch some light colored ones preferably and bigger photos
    37 hours ago ·
    carole which new painting????can we see?//pleeeease....
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    Love the entry door, where can I get one?
    · Comment · 4 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle this is a standard Loewen door with a custom film to generate a little more privacy while allowing light infiltration.
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    where did you get that fencing?
    · Comment · 4 weeks ago
    Coates Design Architects Seattle i assume you are referring to the railing...this is a roof garden so the guardrail is required by code. the railing is custom steel and stainless steel cable with an ipe' (hardwood) top cap. i hope this helps! thanks
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    pkoko624 I have a question....we currently have an exposed aggregate patio. Our house is older and it was probably put in many years ago. The slabs are not all perfectly level from settling over the years. We were considering putting pavers or some other landscaping stones over the top. Can we just add a couple inches of crushed rock or sand or do we have to completely tear out the concrete. It's solid and in good shape, just unattractive.
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    dkguenther An easy and less costly solution to renew old concrete patios and driveways is to use a special resurfacing concrete mix. This will fill in cracks, cover stains and level it out so it looks like new again. It bonds to the old concrete if done properly. If/when the surface is level you can apply a resin bond with pebbles, which is good around pools, on driveways and sidewalks.
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    Review by baumer:

    I designed our home with exterior siding in mind but never 100% completed. My interiors came out so incredibly beautiful and I wanted my exterior to echo the be...
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    Review by qce1:

    My firm has worked as structural engineer for Coates Design projects for the past 9 years. They have a strong vision for sustainable design, and have been at t...
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    Review by aversanod:

    I own a landscape design/construction/maintenance company and have worked for and with Matthew Coates in this capacity for many years. Matthew Coates himse...
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    The Coates Design group is well-versed in all aspects of refurbishment through new construction. They are especially well-respected for innovative design concep...
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    Review by blunderjake:

    Matthew has an amazing sense of design, and space and we're really excited about the building he designed going up as we speak.
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