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address: "314 First Avenue South, Seattle, Washington 98104, United States"
latitude: 47.6036
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# e workshop

> Seattle Area's Premier Architect & Building Designer

Original Houzz profile: [e workshop](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/e-workshop-pfvwus-pf~1670304338)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Seattle, WA
- **Serves:** Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Riverview, Kirkland, Redmond, Burien, Riverton, Medina, Mercer Island, Bainbridge Island, Inglewood-Finn Hill, Tukwila, Bryn Mawr-Skyway, White Center, Indianola, Kingsgate, Newcastle, East Renton Highlands, Gig Harbor, Eastgate, Boulevard Park, Clyde Hill, Southworth, Beacon Hill, Ballard, Yarrow Point, Beaux Arts Village, Hunts Point, Fairmount Park, Gatewood, North Beacon Hill, Rainier Valley, South Colby, Vashon Island
- **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (9 reviews)

## About

### Houzz Badges

- Houzz Pro Software User
- Recommended on Houzz
- 1,000 Ideabook Saves
- Locally owned
- High-end
- Offers Custom Work
- Responds Quickly

### Business highlights

- Locally owned
- High-end
- Offers Custom Work
- Responds Quickly

We are a collaborator whose primary objective is to channel the values and desires (and whimsy) of our client into the objects and space that surround them: a chair, a door, an interior room, an exterior space, or a building. We seek to provide opportunities for intimate moments of beauty.

We celebrate life with nature and aspire to impart an expanded and connected sense of seasonality. We appoint materials that recognize the path of time and engage all five senses. We embrace the finesse and creativity that our technological innovations allow us as they enable us to commit anew to the mantra of the 3 R’s: reduce, reuse and recycle. We believe in the hand of the artist.

If it’s worth doing, It’s worth doing beautifully.

### Services Provided

- Architectural Design
- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Architectural Drawings
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Home Extensions
- Kitchen Design
- Sustainable Design
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- Green Building
- Bathroom Design
- Space Planning
- Universal Design
- Home Restoration
- Drafting
- Historic Building Conservation
- Basement Remodeling
- 3D Home Design
- Construction Drawings
- Remodeling

### Areas Served

- Seattle
- Bellevue
- Renton
- Riverview
- Kirkland
- Redmond
- Burien
- Riverton
- Medina
- Mercer Island
- Bainbridge Island
- Inglewood-Finn Hill
- Tukwila
- Bryn Mawr-Skyway
- White Center
- Indianola
- Kingsgate
- Newcastle
- East Renton Highlands
- Gig Harbor
- Eastgate
- Boulevard Park
- Clyde Hill
- Southworth
- Beacon Hill
- Ballard
- Yarrow Point
- Beaux Arts Village
- Hunts Point
- Fairmount Park
- Gatewood
- North Beacon Hill
- Rainier Valley
- South Colby
- Vashon Island

### Typical Job Cost

$3,000 - 50,000

Tailored to the individual budgets and scope of work

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | e workshop |
| Address | 314 First Avenue South, Seattle, Washington 98104, United States |
| Phone | (206) 823-1292 |
| Website | http://eworkshopdesign.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 44 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [e workshop](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/e-workshop-pfvwus-pf~1670304338)
- **Website:** http://eworkshopdesign.com
- **Phone:** (206) 823-1292

## Credentials

**Affiliations**
- [AIA Custom Residential Architects Network](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-custom-residential-architects-network-pfvwus-pf~629398549)
- [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471)
- [AIA Seattle](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aia-seattle-pfvwus-pf~596784090)

## Reviews

**Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 9 reviews**

*Aspect averages:*
- Work Quality: 50.0
- Communication: 50.0
- Value: 50.0

### Featured Review

**★★★★★ — Ellen Moos, Dec. 2017**

> As a client of eworkshop located in Seattle, WA, Owner and Architect Chris Ezzell, and I met to discuss how to add and dramatically enhance an already existing and aesthetically pleasing house redesigned in 2007, into a more livable space, with more light, addition of a glass and secure metal screen entryway into the house, with a confined open air space my cats can safely enjoy nature at its best, and an indoor stairway that connects the upstairs to the downstairs. Many challenges working with an allowable and defined amount of space both inside and out. Chris with a shared vision for design, brought his expertise into play by creating an environment of transparency, providing more dramatic views bringing the outside in, views of thoughtfully planned and established gardens, playful and functional interior metal cat ramps, a place I now call home, a diamond in the rough on Vashon Island.

### All 9 reviews

**★★★★★ — GENPRO, Jan. 2021**

> I am currently building a commercial project in Bellevue that Christopher designed. Chris is quick to respond and makes himself available when needed. He also has exceptional attention to detail. Would recommend.

**★★★★★ — Roberta Roepke, Nov. 2017**

> The project was a renovation of a house that included the kitchen, master bath, relocation of the laundry room and replacement of all the windows. Approach to the front porch for ADA access was designed as well. To keep expenses down we needed to keep plumbing modifications to a minimum which imposed some design limitations. Nevertheless Chris’s ideas transformed our 1980’s blah house into a lovely home. Instead of a dark cramped kitchen we now have beautiful, more functional light filled space. We had an idea of how to approach the ridiculous original layout of the bathroom. Chris incorporated our ideas into his design.
>
> Chris was a pleasure to work with. He was respectful of our ideas while encouraging us to “think out of the box”.

**★★★★★ — Jeff Larson, July 2017**

> I have worked with Chris Ezzell for many years and I cannot say enough about his talent and in-depth knowledge of architecture and design. Chris is unique in many ways. He has the patience of a saint, his attention to detail is impeccable, and his design aesthetic is unparalleled. What’s better, he will work within your budget! He also creates custom light fixtures and furniture. I would definitely recommend Chris to anyone looking to design, build or remodel an existing house or structure from the ground up.

**★★★★★ — tooz49, Feb. 2016**

> Chris provided architectural design services for a long, drawn out house project that can only be described as organic with many changes of direction and budget. We ended up  with a combination of new construction and conversion of an existing building. Chris was able to knit all the pieces together into a cohesive home that we are extremely happy with!

**★★★★★ — mdgustafson, Nov. 2015**

> Chris designed a complete kitchen renovation for me - down to the studs.  The most admired feature is plug molding, which removes all the electrical outlets from along the wall and places them in the backsplash, giving a clean look to the kitchen.  He also figured out a wonderful selection of cabinets for me, mostly in the island, so the kitchen was not cluttered with cabinets on the wall.  My kitchen is elegant, highly functional and beautiful.  I would recommend Chris highly.

**★★★★★ — hoangnghit, Oct. 2015**

> Chris Ezell is attentive, thoughtful, and professional. He was able to execute our vision through asking thorough questions and paying careful attention to what we wanted. He thought of creative approaches to the design and layout. Chris made numerous suggestions from architecture and design to sourcing of materials to furniture choice and arrangement which we appreciated. In other words, he's a full service provider. Since the project's completion he's also kept in touch with how well we like the end product and we love it. We will not hesitate to use Chris again.

**★★★★★ — D Bolin Company, Aug. 2015**

> Over the last 10 years I've hired Chris Ezzell of e Workshop Design to work with me on several commercial and retail projects. Currently we are collaborating on the design and construction of a new restaurant/bar.
>
> Chris is everything you want in an architect. Creative, organized, meticulous, cost conscious and a lot of fun to work with. I have the utmost respect for him and look forward to working with him on many more projects in the future.

**★★★★★ — cchee, Aug. 2015**

> Nothing about E WORKSHOP is cliché. Having worked with Chris as collaborator and client, I am perhaps in a special place to observe that inherent to his design process are old school values that today sometimes get lost in the pace, namely loyalty and sincerity.  When he
> re-visioned the roofline on our home it brought everything into balance, including budget and construction efficiency. With respect to design itself, materials of beauty, and partnership with you,   E WORKSHOP can and will do anything of any scale for your home, from accessory to small or large remodel to new construction.  If you are looking for an architecture practice with classical backbone, unremitting attention to quality, and a fresh spirit: this is it.

## Selected projects

- [Garden house 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-house-2-pj-vj~3008912)
  - Location: Vashon, WA
  - Photos: 4
- [Vashon Island Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vashon-island-residence-pj-vj~1720595)
  - Location: Vashon, WA
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: This project is a small residence on Vashon Island. Prior to the actual home, all that existed on the site was a mobile home and garage. We renovated the garage (far left in the photo) and attached in two phases the house (first phase the building on the right; phase 2 renovation of the garage into 2 bedrooms for the 2 daughters) Phase 3 connected the garage to the main house. Firm: e workshop Location: Vashon Island, Washington
- [Green Lake Residence 1](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/green-lake-residence-1-pj-vj~893606)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 4
- [Mountain House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mountain-house-pj-vj~894053)
  - Location: Ketchum, ID
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: Guest house in Ketchum, Idaho. Inspired by the agricultural buildings in the area.
- [West Seattle Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/west-seattle-residence-pj-vj~1271275)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: A renovation and expansion of an early 20th century house. Providing a large space for a family of 4 to cook, entertain and gather. Plus a new entry/mud room.
- [Garden House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-house-pj-vj~893687)
  - Location: Vashon, WA
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: Small residence on Vashon Island,
- [Wine Cellar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/wine-cellar-pj-vj~5798454)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 2
- [Artist Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artist-studio-pj-vj~893562)
  - Location: Vashon, WA
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: renovation of an existing barn on Vashon Island.
- [New Projects](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/new-projects-pj-vj~5798451)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 14
- [Manhattan Apartment](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/manhattan-apartment-pj-vj~1035701)
  - Location: New York, NY
  - Photos: 1
  - Description: Renovation of an existing apartment. Providing storage and a quiet backdrop for the owner's collection of art, decorative arts and furniture. Custom designs: table lights, area carpet, bed and coffee table.
- [Green Lake Residence 2](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/green-lake-residence-2-pj-vj~893655)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: Renovation & restoration of a craftsman house.
- [Vashon Island- entry door and front porch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/vashon-island-entry-door-and-front-porch-pj-vj~1308227)
  - Location: Vashon, WA
  - Photos: 2
  - Description: Renovation of an early 20th century house's front entry with a new stained mahogany door, painted wood porch and blue stone steps. The leaded & cast glass window frames a western view of quartermaster harbor beyond.
- [Restaurant Zoe](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/restaurant-zoe-pj-vj~1728950)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 2
- [Tea & Dog Houses](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tea-and-dog-houses-pj-vj~1728851)
  - Location: Bellevue, WA
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: This is a portable tea house “drinking the moon.” The project was completely constructed of recycled materials: roof is a mylar sail, walls are sanded plastic water/soda bottles cut and sewn together with fishing line. The floor is woven cardboard. Photos were taken at the Bellevue Art Museum. Also, included is a dog house: roof is concrete”milestone” walls are burnt fir boards. Firm: e workshop Location: Bellevue, Washington Photographer: Sam Van Fleet
- [Various Sketches](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/various-sketches-pj-vj~1744990)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 7

[See all 15 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/e-workshop-pfvwus-pf~1670304338)

## Frequently Asked Questions

**Do you handle permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals?**
We provide comprehensive architectural design services, which naturally include navigating permitting, zoning, and regulatory approvals. Our goal is to ensure your project progresses smoothly from concept to completion, handling the necessary documentation and coordination with authorities in Seattle, WA.

**What types of projects do you specialize in (custom homes, remodels, additions)?**
We specialize in a wide range of projects, including custom homes, new home construction, home additions, extensions, and comprehensive home remodeling. We also have expertise in green building, sustainable design, energy-efficient homes, and historic building conservation, always aiming for beautiful and thoughtful design.

**Do you provide full-service architectural services through construction?**
Yes, we offer comprehensive architectural services from initial concept and design development through detailed construction drawings. We aim to be a collaborative partner throughout your project, ensuring the design intent is carried through to the construction phase.

**Do you design fully custom homes?**
Absolutely, designing fully custom homes is one of our core specialties. We believe in channeling your unique values and desires into a beautifully crafted space that connects you to your place and community, reflecting your individual vision from the ground up.

**Do you offer 3D renderings or visualization during the design process?**
Yes, we absolutely offer 3D home design and visualization as part of our design process. This allows you to clearly envision your future space and make informed decisions, ensuring the final design truly reflects your aspirations and our shared vision for beauty.

*FAQ content may be generated based on the Pro's Houzz profile and website.*

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-13.*