Laurelhurst Courtyard Garden —- Seattle, WA

This large scale remodel of a mid-century modern house by Ibsen Nelson opens up the living and dining areas to take full advantage of the lush landscape and views toward Lake Washington. In collaboration with mw|works, paving and decking are brought into equilibrium for indoor outdoor flow of wood and concrete surfaces on both the ground and walls. A central atrium garden has subtle Japanese influences, and the reflecting pool and fountain create a focal point for the house that can engage all the senses.

Recognition

 

Gardenista. 02/2018. “Midcentury Made Modern: A Very Zen Landscape for an Architectural Gem in Seattle.”
Luxe. 08/2016. “Inside Out in Seattle.”
Dezeen. 07/2017. “Courtyard Provides Focal Point for Seattle Home.”
Dexigner. 09/2018. “Laurelhurst Mid-Century”

 
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The original house had great bones but was disconnected from the outdoors. The kitchen and dining were reconfigured and opened up to a new terrace overlooking Lake Washington.
 
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Landscape Design: Wittman Estes, Matt Wittman, Jody Estes, Naomi Javanifard
Architecture: mw|works 
Contractor: dBoone Construction
Photographer: Jeremy Bittermann

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