On a hillside overlooking Lake Washington, this three-level, home was inspired by the owners' travels to France's Provence region. They loved the simplicity of weathered handcrafted materials. In this home, age and permanence shaped every design element from French quarried limestone to pre-aged timbers, distressed finishes, and cabinetry. A delicate balance was achieved between authentic old-world mass and the transparency needed to take full advantage of spectacular views. Published in Traditional Home magazine, March 2006; Kitchen Style & Storage, August 2007; Seattle Homes and Lifestyles, February 2003.