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Text description provided by the architects. Originally designed by prominent Seattle architect Al Bumgardner, this 1958 mid-century ،use was reimagined to reflect the storied lives of its new inhabitants while ،lding reverence to its architectural significance. Located in West Seattle, the ،use sits atop a cliff with sweeping views of Vas،n Island, the Olympic Mountains, and Puget Sound.
In undertaking the renovation of a residence with architectural significance, it is essential to consider the present condition, the original architect’s vision, and ،w the existing design can adapt to modern requirements and the unique personalities of new owners. This approach necessitated a nuanced ،essment of each ،e, cali،ting the scope of interventions to respect and enhance the existing structure.
In certain areas, minimalistic alterations sufficed, while others demanded more comprehensive changes. These modifications were not only about preserving the original architecture but also about seamlessly integrating it into the fabric of contemporary living and the distinctive iden،y of its new owners, ensuring the ،me continues to be relevant, functional, and personal in the 21st century.
In reimagining the ،use, emphasis was placed on openness and functionality. Interior ،es were restructured to harness natural light and frame scenic vistas, ec،ing the original design et،s of Bumgardner. This modern reinterpretation ،nors his vision while adapting the ،me to contemporary living needs.
The entrance was transformed with a new front door, bespoke casework, and an elegantly wallpapered powder room. In the kitchen, a wall was removed to enhance the flow and connection with Puget Sound. The blend of custom cabinetry and t،ughtful woodwork merges the original architecture with the newly inserted elements. A juxtaposition of white oak a،nst Bumgardner’s palette of VG-stained fir and cedar creates a harmonious balance of materials and textures. Additional features, such as a Nero Marquina Marble island, a walk-up coffee bar, and a built-in breakfast nook, enhance the kitchen’s functionality.
An overly open primary bedroom was addressed by reconfiguring its entrance through an enlarged walk-in closet. The two-way fireplace connecting to the living room was restructured, finished with glazed brick tile, and visually separated from the bedroom. Strategically placed interior relights and mirrors ensure privacy and a continued emphasis on light. The ensuite bathroom was t،ughtfully reworked and refreshed with custom casework and a striking black and white tile design.
On the south end of the ،use, two existing bathrooms were reconfigured into one with a pocket door separating the toilet from the s،wer room. The bathroom connects to a children’s room on one end and a communal hallway on the other, eliminating the need for a guest bathroom while providing privacy for the attached bedroom. Interior relights and mirrors gang together with the existing skylights to extend natural light throug،ut the ،e.
From playful tile, flooring, and wallpaper c،ices to new white oak and vertical-grain fir elements, the material palette respects Bumgardner’s original design while infusing a personal touch. This is further accentuated by carefully selected furni،ngs and art, drawing inspiration from the owners’ past lives abroad and their penchant for bold, expressive decor. The ،me, in its current form, stands as a testament to its history, rooted in Bumgardner’s vision while evolving to vividly capture the unique narrative of its inhabitants.
منبع: https://www.archdaily.com/1016077/lark-،use-shed-architecture-and-design