Broadview residence located in Seattle, Washington Ko architecture Was designed for a couple with a school -aged daughter. Home priority to flexibility, long-term use and budget-conscious design, meets family needs while being favorable for retirement.
The house is organized around three separate structures that define the overall layout. A long, two -storey volume sits with a gabled roof on the north side of the property, with the main living functions.
In the south, book two small one -storey structures, kitchen at one end and a storage shed on the food pavilion and a storage site on the other. These volumes frame a central courtyard, causing a fluid connection between indoor and outdoor spaces. This arrangement allows every area of the house to obtain sufficient natural lighting while preserving privacy. The circulation is spontaneous, and spatial relationships are designed to feel both open and grounded.
The outer wood siding is treated with a black pine tar, a durable, textured finish that anchors the blind building. In contrast, the interior has smooth, white-portrayed walls and panels to illuminate the spaces during the deep months of Seattle. Corton steel accents add heat and materials contrast without disrupting the minimum language.
Placed between three versions, the courtyard acts as an outdoor living room. It provides privacy while maximizing daylight and adding internal spaces. It is the main for the energy performance and spatial experience of the central zero home.
The kitchen opens directly into the courtyard through the folding windows. This pass-through setup allows food and drinks to be easily moved between the indoors and outside, strengthening the idea of the house as a constant, adaptable location.
The dining area is part of the southern pavilion and features glass doors that open completely in the courtyard. These doors spread the boundaries between the inside and outside when drawing in light. The roof is seen floating above the space, supported by hidden connection and integrated lighting.
The kitchen sits in the center of the southern volume and shares space with the dining area. This compact is but efficient, with direct access to the outside garden. Classori windows ensure consistent, indirect light throughout the day, preserving privacy from the road.
The main hallway connects the two -storey volume to other parts of the house, which is characterized by a broader gate for access and aging.
The family room doubles as a theater with an underlying acoustic treatment and a sound system. Other rooms serve dual objectives: the guest room also acts as a workout area, and the two craft room can be added through a sliding division. This flexible approach to the program keeps the layout compact but responsible.
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Broadview residence is designed for longevity, not shows. Each element supports flexible life, natural light and long -term comfort, proves that the thoughtful design can work within the boundaries of the real world.
