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# live-work-play

Original Houzz profile: [live-work-play](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/live-work-play-pfvwus-pf~1451315668)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Seattle, WA
- **Serves:** Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Shoreline, Bothell, Mercer Island, Bainbridge Island, Kenmore, Lake Forest Park, Clyde Hill, Medina, Beacon Hill, Yarrow Point, Hunts Point, Ballard, North Beacon Hill
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (5 reviews)
- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2015), for Service.

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Influencer
- Recommended on Houzz
- 10,000 Ideabook Saves

We are a full service architecture and interiors firm specializing in sustainable and green residential and commercial structures in the Seattle area. We love designing accessory dwelling units with universal design.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Home Remodeling
- Custom Homes
- Home Additions
- Sustainable Design
- Multigenerational Homes
- Universal Design

### Areas Served

- Seattle
- Bellevue
- Kirkland
- Redmond
- Shoreline
- Bothell
- Mercer Island
- Bainbridge Island
- Kenmore
- Lake Forest Park
- Clyde Hill
- Medina
- Beacon Hill
- Yarrow Point
- Hunts Point
- Ballard
- North Beacon Hill

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | live-work-play |
| Address | Seattle, Washington 98103, United States |
| Website | http://live-work-play.net |
| Followers on Houzz | 158 |

**Social profiles:**
- Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/live.wrk.play
- X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/livewrkplayarch
- Blog — http://live-work-play.net/buzz/

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [live-work-play](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/live-work-play-pfvwus-pf~1451315668)
- **Website:** http://live-work-play.net

## Credentials

**Certifications & Awards**
- 2010 Chrysalis Regional Award winner for Additions over $250,000

- **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2014–2015), for Service.

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 5 reviews**

### All 5 reviews

**★★★★★ — Model Remodel, Nov. 2016**

> We've worked with Sheri to build a number of backyard cottages and have truly enjoyed the collaboration. It is her ability to maximize space and provide sustainable building and design options that consistently produces a great end product. She is specific to the client's needs, thoughtful in design, and helpful to us as builders throughout construction.

**★★★★★ — micheleconner, March 2014**

> Sheri is awesome to work with!  She developed the most beautiful color palette for my home!  So beautiful and fresh...just what I wanted. I am loving painting the walls and watch the space transform before my eyes. Sheri is easy to work with, creative and very professional. We have hired her to work on another house and we can't wait to see what out of the box solutions she comes up with!  Thank you Sheri.
> Kind regards,
> Michele
> Greenlake Seattle

**★★★★★ — User, Oct. 2013**

> Sheri at live-work-play helped us design an entire basement remodel.  She was creative, helpful and an over-all joy to work with.  Her ingenuity helped us get the most from our basement all while staying in our budget requirements.  Now we have a beautiful space that includes a family room, laundry room, bathroom, guest room and multiple storage closets.

**★★★★★ — Pathway Design & Construction, Jan. 2013**

> We have worked with Sheri on several projects and have enjoyed every minute.  Each of the projects we have worked on together have all been quite different in style of home and in design scope being asked of her, which highlights the diversity of her skills.  We have found her designs to stay true to the character of each home, while meeting the needs of the homeowners.
> The thoroughness of her drawings makes the construction end of the project go much smoother.  In most remodels there is always something unexpected that comes up and we have found Sheri to come up with creative solutions and to be easily adaptable to these changes.
> Communication between the architect, contractor and owner is so important to us on our projects and we have found Sheri available and easy to communicate with.  I highly recommend Sheri to anyone looking for a positive remodeling experience.

**★★★★★ — sweetpup, Aug. 2012**

> I was so lucky to get referred to Sheri for my kitchen addition project. The reference came from my contractor who knew what I could afford and what my style was like. Sheri's design ideas are right on the mark and she understood our style right away. I am a graphic designer and I thought I would be need to tweak the colors she selected, but when I took her chips to the paint store I did not change a thing. They were perfect! I love my kitchen, office and bathroom, not to mention the delicious blue hallway. Our house functions better and is a much better reflection of who we are thanks to Sheri.

## Selected projects

- [Crown Hill Contemporary DADU](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/crown-hill-contemporary-dadu-pj-vj~6821692)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 25
  - Description: This is a new two-level DADU in Crown Hill near the rear corner of the lot. It is private yet open in its site design. It is an upside-down dwelling, with living space upstairs to take advantage of the daylight and openness and sleeping downstairs. Contractor: Skyline Construction
- [Mercer Island Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mercer-island-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~6648366)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 34
- [Tangletown DADU](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tangletown-dadu-pj-vj~5908597)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 31
- [Bitterlake Addition and Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bitterlake-addition-and-remodel-pj-vj~5908708)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 30
- [Wedgewood Aging In Place](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wedgewood-aging-in-place-pj-vj~2896669)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 16
- [Greenlake Great-room Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenlake-great-room-addition-pj-vj~5908687)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 26
- [Greenwood Remodel and Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenwood-remodel-and-addition-pj-vj~2958406)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 21
- [Capitol Hill Indoor - Outdoor Transformation](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/capitol-hill-indoor-outdoor-transformation-pj-vj~2240560)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 17
  - Description: A beautiful transformation took place in this Capitol Hill home connecting and building a relationship with the back garden. We created an extended patio area through re-grading and the installation of board formed retaining walls. The new large doors in the dining room seamlessly marry the interior and the exterior. We renovated the kitchen with custom flush frame cabinets along with built-in cabinetry to match in the dining room. Contractor: Heartwood Builders.
- [Greenwood Contemporary DADU](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/greenwood-contemporary-dadu-pj-vj~2496217)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7
- [Wedgewood Bathroom & Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wedgewood-bathroom-and-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~2896661)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 18
  - Description: In this kitchen and bath remodel, we opened the flow of light through the public spaces of the home. The many clean updates and bright colors fill the house with light.
- [Columbia City Backyard Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/columbia-city-backyard-cottage-pj-vj~2240364)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: This new Backyard Cottage is constructed from the ground up, fitting in with the scale of the neighborhood. It is an open, airy studio that also serves as an office and guest house. We achieved 4-Star Built Green certification for this DADU, and the project received the Judges’ Choice Award at Built Green Conference 2016. Contractor: Model Remodel.
- [Maple Leaf Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/maple-leaf-addition-pj-vj~1463910)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
- [Ballard Backyard Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ballard-backyard-cottage-pj-vj~248366)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 11
- [West Seattle Kitchen Art Phase 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-seattle-kitchen-art-phase-1-pj-vj~9022)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 13
  - Description: This first phase of a multi-year addition and whole house remodel includes an addition with a highly functional kitchen including a mosaic created by the owners; a dedicated home office that bursts with creativity; a hallway that is not just any hall but has built-in storage too; and a guest bath on the main level.
- [Northgate Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northgate-addition-pj-vj~2240865)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 15
  - Description: We added a second level addition above an existing garage at this Northgate home to create a family room with kitchenette, two kids’ bedrooms, a bathroom and a deck. The new indoor and outdoor areas provide much needed additional space for kids who are quickly becoming teens and the family will be able to take advantage of the beautiful summer weather. Contractor: Bennion Construction
- [Broadview Contemporary bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/broadview-contemporary-bathroom-pj-vj~48951)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 5
- [West Seattle Living Space](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-seattle-living-space-pj-vj~2240970)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: In Phase 2, we transformed the view-facing living spaces of this West Seattle home to create space for everyone to relax and watch movies and enjoy the view. Plus we are replacing some well loved outdoor deck space with new protected storage under it. Contractor: Pathway Construction.
- [Leschi Contemporary Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/leschi-contemporary-kitchen-pj-vj~398883)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: Here is a Seattle Leschi kitchen for a family that enjoys cooking, eating meals together and entertaining. We remodeled and updated this kitchen to reflect the owners’ sense of style and integrate the kitchen into their home. A warm palette is comfortable and classic– beautiful recycled content wall tile, limestone tile floors, and locally made custom cherry cabinets.
- [West Seattle Sun Porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-seattle-sun-porch-pj-vj~352550)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: We rebuilt a two level sunporch and soaking room, plus added a deck overlook, updated the kitchen, and re-built the south wall of the main house.
- [West Seattle Kitchen Art Phase 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-seattle-kitchen-art-phase-2-pj-vj~1463885)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: In the second phase of this multi-year house transformation we created a fun place to enjoy great BBQ and great company. It includes a custom built-in barbeque similar to an outdoor kitchen, plus a deck and patio.

[See all 21 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/live-work-play-pfvwus-pf~1451315668)

## Ideabooks

- [Henke lwp ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/167273928/list/henke-lwp-ideas) — 9 ideas
- [floor tile](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/18867849/list/floor-tile) — 1 idea

[See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/liveworkplay)

## Community Q&A

**Q: Countertop Height** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hi Lovely bathroom. I am wondering how high the countertops are and how deep the cupboards. It looks a bit higher and narrower that i usually see and I am interested since that might work perfectly for my bathroom.  Thanks, Jodie

A: Thank you!  The lavatory counters are 34" above the floor.  The counter at the linen storage on the right is taller.  The cabinet depth is 22"

**Q: Where can I order this sink and see other colors** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Thank you for your question.  This is a custom designed, custom fabricated sink made by a glass artist.

**Q: love the wallpaper.  what is it called and where can i get it** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: Hello, this is custom glass mosaic tile at the backsplash.

**Q: Westcoat?** *(in Photo Questions)*

Hello, I'm curious how this surface is in the heat. We're working on a rooftop deck, and want to make sure we don't go with a surface that is going to burn our feet in the summer. Thanks!

A: This will definitely hold up well in heat.  You would still need to wear a foot covering with this.

**Q: Dimensions** *(in Photo Questions)*

Can you please tell me the dimensions of the butler pantry?

A: The entire room, including the space occupied by the cabinetry, is 6' x 12'8"

**Q: How do you like the Pental Quartz?** *(in Photo Questions)*

A: This is a highly durable material with lots of color choices.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-09.*