This inviting three-level home, designed by revered Seattle architect Ellsworth Storey, was built in 1908. An extensive remodel in 2001 created a setting for comfortable contemporary living while preserving the original character of the house. The renovation, which garnered recognition in Remodeling magazine, gave the home an open floor plan, an updated kitchen with an adjoining family room and a terrific master suite.A terraced front yard with rockery and lovely plantings provides a pleasing approach. Steps lead up to a house that blends classical architectural elements with the shingle style, a trademark of the architect. Classical elements include a symmetrical facade, a wide center gable, and a porch with columns and an arched pediment. A panel of windows flanks an elegant Palladian window on the second level. Walls clad in dark-stained cedar shingles are paired with crisp white trim. An original brick terrace in front of the house connects with gated pathways along either side the house leading to the back yard.A paneled door with a leaded glass insert and flanking sidelights opens to a generous-sized living room. Here and throughout the main level, floors are cherry and ceilings are trimmed with crown molding. A wood-burning fireplace retains its original brick surround and tile hearth. The mantel above it was fashioned with fir flooring salvaged during the remodel. On the other side of the fireplace wall, a cozy room with built-in cabinetry and a storage closet is ideal for a home office. A wide passage with a graceful arch separates the living room and the adjacent dining room, a light-filled space thanks to a panel of casement windows. Another arched passage connects the dining room with the kitchen and its adjoining family room. The kitchen offers traditional raised panel cherry cabinetry, custom tile backsplash and stainless steel counters. Professional grade appliances, all stainless steel, include a 6-burner gas range and dishwasher, both by Viking, and a Sub-Zero side-by-side refrigerator. A center island topped with natural stone provides good food prep and serving space; it also helps divide the kitchen from the family living area. Two sets of French doors afford both spaces easy access to an enclosed backyard with a patio. Display shelving in the family room flanks custom cabinetry for a big screen TV. An arched passage in the family room leads to a back hall with stairs to both the upper and lower levels. There is also a powder room with a pedestal sink, tile walls and flooring in the back hall.A tall Palladian window graces the landing of the split staircase to the second level, where there are four bedrooms and two baths. Ceilings are trimmed with crown molding; floors are original fir throughout. Another Palladian window overlooking the entry and front yard dominates the master bedroom. It provides plenty of natural light as well as views of Lake Washington and the Cascade Mountains, including Mt. Rainier. Two closets in the bedroom are supplemented by a big walk-in closet at one end of the room; all three closets have built-in storage features. The master bath has tile flooring, a platform tub and glass-walled shower. A vanity with two sinks has a custom tile backsplash and a natural stone countertop. The other bedrooms are served by a three-quarter bath with a glass wall shower, tile floor, and two stone-topped vanities with custom tile surround. The split staircase leading to the lower level has a door with outside access at its landing. The lower level has two connecting rooms with pale hardwood floors and crown molding that offer more living space. Also located on this level are a mechanical room with a gas furnace and a utility room with two sinks, front-loading laundry facilities and a large storage space with the hot water heater. The house has gas-fired forced air heat, a security system and recessed lighting on all three levels.
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