Overlooking the Puget Sound, this 2,000 sf Pacific Northwest modern home effortlessly opens onto classic water views while optimizing privacy and Southern exposure with a private patio. Our clients sought a poetically minimalist and practical retirement home infused with rhythm and geometry. With dramatic roof lines and a projecting great room that define its form, the architecture’s simplicity frames its dramatic site to incredible effect while the interior playfully loops the spacious traffic patterns of this 3 bedroom 2.5 bath.

Catherine Tighe
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Our clients, a couple with four children, wanted to update their 1952 home with a mid-century feel, focusing on the main floor. The renovation emphasized enhancing finishes, optimizing storage, and maximizing seating in the dining and living areas. The entryway was designed to be inviting and practical, while the living room featured a statement sectional and a stunning terrazzo fireplace. The kitchen and dining area were transformed to be both functional and elegant, with playful touches like “Drunk Monkeys” wallpaper in the powder room.

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Our client found Design Connection, Inc. through reading featured articles in local magazines for many years. Her home was 25 years old and never been updated. Their furniture and accessories were well past their prime. The brick fireplace, the focal point of the room, looked dark and dingy. Upon completion of our first interview with the client I realized her style was transitional and the facade of the fireplace would not work with her new furnishings as well as the golden oak paneling. We brought in our very talented faux painter to access the paneling about changing the color to a soft neutral glow and we completed the transformation in one a very short time.

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Photography by Lucas Henning.
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Modern Italian Kids Bunk Bedroom Furniture Set ONE-603 by SPAR Made in Italy by Spar ONE Junior by Spar is a modern styled Italian kids bedroom furniture collection that is remarkable for its innovative technologies that help not only safe so valuable space, but get it optimized for the every need of your kid. ONE Junior Furniture Collection by Spar makes dreams come true, making both parents and children happy, providing bedroom solutions that you really need and deserve. ONE Kids Furniture line creates functional and modern bedroom designs for girls and boys, small kids and teenagers, optimizing the space for sleeping, studying and playing. Featuring a variety of colors to choose from and abundance of size customization options, modular ONE Bedroom Collection sets no limits between your kids and bedroom they are dreaming about. All the pieces can be mixed & matched from one set to another and are available in a variety of sizes and colors. Please contact our office regarding customization of this kids bedroom set. The starting price is for the "As Shown" kids bedroom set ONE 603 that includes the following items: 1 Top Bed (bed requires special size mattress 31.5" x 76.5") 1 Safety Bar (for Top Bed) 1 Bottom Twin Size Bed (bed fits US standard Twin size mattress 39" x 75") 1 Storage Ladder with Extension storage platform 1 3-Drawer Nightstand 1 Desk with 3-drawer cabinet 2 Standing Bookcases/Libraries 1 Wall Shelf W63.5" 1 Wardrobe (2 doors & 4 drawers & open insert with shelf) 1 Storage Composition "Corner Bridge" Please Note: Room/Bed decorative accessories and the mattress are not included in the price. MATERIAL/CONSTRUCTION: E1-Class ecological panels, which are produced exclusively trough a wood recycling production process Used lacquers conform to the norm 71/3 (toys directive) Structure: 18 mm thick melamine-coated particle board Shelves: 25mm thick melamine-coated particle board Back panels: high density fibreboard 5mm thick Doors: 18 mm thick melamine-coated particle board finished on 4 sides Hardware: metal runners with self-closing system and double stop; adjustable self closing hinges; quick-mount and braking systems Dimensions: Top Bed: W35.2" x D81" x H13" (internal 31.5" x 76.5" special size) Bottom Twin Size Bed: W42.5" x D78.7" x H38.6" Bottom Full Size Bed: W57.5" x D78.7" x H38.6" Safety Bar: W54.7" x H16.8" Storage Ladder: W18.5" x D40.5" x H39.8" Extension Storage Platform: W18.5" x D40.5" x H39.8" 3-Drawer Nightstand: W36.2" x D17.8" x H21.7" Desk: W53" x D23.2" x H30" 3-Drawer Cabinet (part of desk): W18.5" x D17.8" x H28.5" Standing Bookcase: W18" x D14.4" x H89.8" or H102.4" Wall Shelf: W39.5" x D10" x H1" Wardrobe: W36" x D23.6" x H89.8" or H102.4" Storage Composition "Corner Bridge": W(81" x 81") x D23.6"/33.7" x H89.8" or H102.4"

This petite kitchen was previously closed off from the dining and living room. The compact size of the kitchen made it difficult for the client to host their large family gatherings. With the new design, the spaces were joined by removing the wall between the kitchen and dining room. The space of the kitchen was optimized by recessing items into adjacent walls. The refrigerator was recessed into the wall of the adjacent garage. The ovens, pantry, and appliance garage were recessed into the wall, borrowing a few square feet from the bedroom closet and living room. The finishes throughout the kitchen celebrate the clients love of travel and collection of keepsakes from around the world. The mosaic printed tiles on the backsplash and refrigerator wrap bring an eclectic mix of encaustic tile designs from around the world. Contractor: Bradley Builders Photo Credit: Fred Donham of PhotographerLink

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Contemporary. Cultural. Comfortable. This home was inspired by world traveling and filled with curated accents. These spaces were layered with striking silhouettes, textural patterns, and inviting colors. Dimensional light fixtures paired with a open furniture layout, helped each room feel cohesive and thoughtful.

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Allison Cartwright
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Mid-century modern design isn’t just a trend—it’s a legacy that’s endured for over half a century! Emerging in the post-WWII era, it introduced a bold new way of living, combining simplicity, function, and natural beauty. Shaped by movements like the Bauhaus, International Style, and Scandinavian minimalism, mid-century design emphasized clean lines, organic shapes, and purposeful materials. Designers and architects like Charles and Ray Eames, Eero Saarinen, and Arne Jacobsen were instrumental in the era, pushing forward design trends that were both aesthetically pleasing and accessible to the masses. This era wasn’t just about furniture—it was a holistic approach to living that celebrated innovation, optimism, and a break from traditional design norms. Fast forward to today, and the allure of mid-century modern design continues to captivate homeowners and designers alike.

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It's easy to enjoy the view while remaining in the comfort of your own home with window seating and window seat cushions. This window seat features a thick, cozy custom window seat cushion in Sunbrella Echo Sangria accented by neutral throw pillows. Pillow Fabrics: Sunbrella Echo Sangria Sunbrella Kuna Sand Sunbrella Mainstreet Wren Highland Taylor Sorbet Graphite Sunbrella Charcoal Sunbrella Sailcloth Salt