Mid-Century, Modernized
Clean lines and wood panels take us back to the heydays of the 50’s
Location Beacon Hill, Seattle, WA
Size 2,620 sqft
Year built 1955, remodeled 2024
The brick facade and year built told us this home was constructed in the mid-20th century style, nearly 70 years ago. Our goal was to modernize it in a way so it would continue to be a comfortable home for families for the next 70 years.
Wood paneling in the living and family rooms nods to the Mad Men era, while all windows were replaced with new black-framed ones to reflect the design language of the time. Throughout the home, the color palette centers on white, black, and natural wood.
In the kitchen, the backsplash tile was selected for its line art, subtly reminiscent of train tracks. The cabinetry was intentionally split: walnut lower cabinets for a more traditional feel, paired with glossy uppers to bring in a modern, urban edge. The window was enlarged to maximize glorious views of Mt. Baker.
Two bathrooms were fully rebuilt, and an entirely new third bathroom was added to serve the home’s four bedrooms. The same tile was used across all three bathrooms, but they were laid in three distinct patterns to give each space its own identity.
A few space enhancements were made throughout the home.
In the primary bedroom, the window was converted into a patio door, effectively doubling the access points from the interior to the backyard. The primary bedroom and adjacent bathroom were also reconfigured and enclosed together to create a luxurious primary suite.
In the downstairs bathroom, we worked with the lower ceiling height by installing backlit mirrors to avoid having to squeeze vanity lights above the mirrors.
The rear boundary line sits significantly higher than the house while still offering strong privacy. To maintain openness and maximize the sense of space, a see-through fence with high visibility was chosen, allowing the backyard to feel airy and expansive.
