When a Seattle-area couple move to more acreage in Duvall, Washington, they tap Rebecca Rowland Interiors, alongside contractor Lakeville Homes, to transform their run-of-the-mill Saltbox into something much more personal: a home bursting with vibrant color, bold pattern mixing, and reflective of their favorite pastimes.

When the characterless, laminated kitchen cabinetry from a 1980s remodel of this 1927 Craftsman Bungalow in Seattle’s charming Maple Leaf neighborhood began to yellow and peel, this couple, with three lively children and a dog, knew it was time to update the one room where everyone loves to congregate – The Kitchen.

The bonds of trust created between the new owners of this Lake Washington waterfront home, NB Design Group, and Schultz Miller contractors fueled the successful transformation of this 6,000 sq. ft. home that features elements of sophistication reminiscent of Hollywood Regency Art Deco glam mixed with unexpected, playful touches.

Colleen Knowles Interior Design leads an interior refresh on a sharply contemporary home on Mercer Island, Washington, swapping out bland finishes in favor of iconic modern furnishings, a soothing color palette, and sculptural forms, in order to create a chic personal haven for the new owners.

An architectural jewel designed by Olson Kundig’s Kirsten Ring Murray that’s perched over the ever-changing San Juan Islands’ waters of False Bay gets a recent makeover by the San Francisco interior design firm of Geremia Design that specializes in art curation.

A compact cabin on Orcas Island, designed by Heliotrope Architects and built by Tye Contracting, maximizes a steep slope and connects to an array of views, from sweeping vistas of the archipelago, to close-ups of the madrone forest.

A stalwart urbanite strikes a balance between her city style and a new appreciation for the space and calm of a West Seattle oasis with sweeping views. The perfect marriage of metropolitan minimalism softened with natural materials and textures results from a collaboration between designers Kathleen Glossa and Tamar Kestenbaum.

The Landon’s kitchen went from dreary to cheery with some expert re-arranging and a new color palette. Situated within a sweeping rural landscape, including views of the Cascade Mountains, designer Charla Ray created an inviting hub for the Landon’s love of cooking and gathering. Casual bar and eat-in-kitchen seating welcome guests to linger. The singular hanging chandelier by Feiss is lightweight with an open silhouette so as not to obscure the view. Adding a second Sub-Zero refrigerator gives guests access to all the refreshments they need without navigating through the prep fridge.

Inspired by this rare view of Seattle’s skyline, architect Lane Williams and contractor/homeowner Troy Adams designed and built a modern West Seattle home as stunning as its remarkable view. White Space Design Group produced the all-important visual flow with its choices of interior fixtures, finishes, and furnishings, while Spring Greenworks’ lush landscape design completed the whole.

Adventurous clients team up with Richard A. Fisher Architects and White Label Interiors to fashion the ultimate vacation destination in Suncadia, a Washington mountain resort. By combining National Park lodge vernacular with sharply modern elements, this is “Suncadia 2.0,” a whole new twist on tradition.

This modern Tuscan-influenced farmhouse featured in the 2021 Northwest Natural Street of Dreams is a dream come true for its owners. Built to host extended family and friends, every conceivable comfort and convenience creates a resort-like environment designed for comfort and relaxation.

After finding their dream home – a unique Tom Kundig design overlooking Lake Washington in Seattle – the newest owners tapped Charlie Hellstern Interior Design to fill it with custom furnishings and soothing texture, as well as an all-new art collection.

The desire to set down roots in the Pacific Northwest led these world travelers to create an award-winning team: Rick Berry, Principal at Scott|Edwards Architecture, FQ Designs Group – Farhan Qazi and Kathy Vuong, along with Portland landscape architect Jonathan Beaver of 2.ink studio, and Paul Steiner of Otis Construction.

When Atelier Drome of Seattle teamed up with Dacoda Homes to design a modern farmhouse-style home on a corner lot in Wallingford, their combined talents resulted in a 3-story home with full basement that fits perfectly alongside older homes in the neighborhood.

Tammara Stroud of Tammara Stroud Interior Design worked with Gerry Homes and exterior architect Strobl Design to ensure this Lake Washington home suits its waterside setting.

An awkward previous kitchen remodel of this 1940s West Hills home got a bold makeover by Lord Interior Design, who paid homage to the homeowners’ stint in Melbourne, Australia. There, historic homes welcome visitors through hospitably designed courtyards and modern architectural additions reside happily alongside the past.

Crafted by McCullough Architects, Six Walls Interior Design, and the Highlands Builders Group, a custom home in a unique Seattle neighborhood does it all: blurring the lines between inside and out, and blending cozy family comfort with polished glamour.

What started out as necessary repair work turned into a whole new kitchen – and more – for this Southeast Portland family of four. Landing on the perfect cabinet color served as the launching point for a welcoming blend between the home’s Mediterranean roots and the family’s mid-century style.

Nestled in a wooded two-acre lot, this world-traveling couple transformed their kitchen into what could be described as a modern approach to French Farmhouse chic. Prioritizing forest views, natural materials, and a keen eye for understated elegance, the “forest kitchen” is the home’s new pièce de resistance.

After eight years of living in their 1923 Laurelhurst Bungalow this young family of five hired Allisen Merino Aja of Introspecs of Portland to create a more family-friendly kitchen. Introspecs teamed with Olson and Jones Construction for the perfect collaboration.