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April 21, 2014
A small beach cottage constructed in the 1920’s was remodeled and expanded to create this Rockaway Beach residence. Following the owner’s vision, BC&J worked to maintain a visual connection to the water and Seattle beyond, while honoring the look and feel of the shingled cottages found along the Puget Sound coastline in the early part of the 20th century.
The two bedroom house includes daytime living spaces on the ground level and a sunroom with views of Mt. Baker and Mt. Rainier.
Contractor
W M Corbin Construction
Photographer
Michael Seidel Photography
March 14, 2014
Designed for a family with three children, this residential project began with construction of a 3-story guest house/tower in which the family lived while the main house was being built. The main dwelling frames uninterrupted views of Mount Baker to the north, Seattle directly across Puget Sound and Mount Rainier to the South.
Contractor
W M Corbin Construction
Photographer
Pete Saloutos Photography
February 9, 2014
This classic style floating home was designed by BC&J Architecture for a Willamette River site in Oregon. The owners wanted a river-side house well suited to entertaining. At 2,100 square feet the home has an open first floor plan with a large kitchen, central dining room and living room, with views of downtown Portland. The home’s curved roof shields an outdoor seating area from the elements while allowing natural light into the house.
Upstairs, the master bedroom extends toward the river under a large, centered dormer.
Contractor
Marc Even Construction
Photographer
Jeff Amram Photography
January 7, 2014
Departing from the shingle style precedent set by the boathouse and carriage house, the main Point Monroe dwelling presents a more contemporary interpretation of Northwest Regionalism, in line with the owner’s wishes. This interpretation was addressed through massing, careful selection of materials, and accentuation of natural light. Interior spaces feature marble, waxed steel, walnut, sapele and dramatic marble and limestone finishes.
Contractor
Carley Contruction
Photographer
Ben Benschneider Photography
December 21, 2013
This 400-square-foot Point Monroe boathouse and 800-square-foot carriage house were constructed before the property’s main residence and designed to accommodate the needs of part time, out-of-state residents. Care was taken to situate the buildings to work with a future main dwelling. Views of Madison Bay and Indianola were enhanced via thoughtful plan arrangement and ample use of glass.
Contractor
Carley Contruction
Photographer
Pete Saloutos Photography
November 13, 2013
The Pleasant Beach Shop was designed to compliment an existing main house constructed in the early 2,000s. The shop supports a functioning, thriving woodworking business and fits elegantly and unobtrusively into the surrounding neighborhood. The shop is illuminated by natural and artificial light, and light is regulated via a continuous monitor along the ridge of the roof. This unique lighting solution serves the needs of the shop and acts as a lantern in the forested setting during the evening.
Contractor
Salveson Construction, Paul Salveson
Photographer
Nick Felkey Photography
October 25, 2013
The Olympic View house is a two story, 2,700-square-foot home designed for a couple newly retired from careers in academia. A contemporary expression of Northwest Regionalism, the home is designed to accommodate unpredictable weather while maximizing light and presence. The home enjoys views of Port Orchard Narrows and the Olympic Mountain Range beyond via a sheath of glazing rather than conventional window openings. The roof (which appears to float above the home) allows natural light to penetrate the building at all hours of the day.
Contractor
Port Blakely Builders
Photographer
Martin Bydelek Photography
September 21, 2013
This 3,200-square-foot Bainbridge Island home was designed around the concept of living pavilions, with each pavilion taking in different views. The main pavilion houses the great room and children’s bedrooms. The west pavilion houses a discrete guest suite. The north pavilion includes the utility and family rooms on the main floor and master suite on the second. The home is designed to work with the contours of the property in order to maximize light exposure throughout the day.
The project included a detached garage and office space above.
Contractor
Jefferson Fine Home Builders
Photographer
Brian Francis Photography
August 12, 2013
An iconic structure originally built in the early 1930’s, the 5,000 square foot Manzanita Bay House on Bainbridge Island is a Norman style residence. The remodel and expansion work performed on this house included the complete demolition and reconstruction of all interior spaces and the addition of a master bedroom/bathroom pavilion on the main level.
All-new interior finishes were included in the update, and special care was taken to maintain the spirit and intent of the original lines and massing of the house and it’s lineage on Manzanita Bay.
Contractor
Clark Construction LLC
Photographer
Jeff Amram Photography