Belgrove 1939

Located in Seattle’s Blueridge neighborhood, this home was built in 1939 originally designed as a cottage style home until it was remodeled in the 70s to a mid-century modern aesthetic. In an effort to return to its original style, the home was re-imagined for a young family who envisioned a warmer, more inviting home that embraced the views of the Puget Sound and Olympic Mountains.

We focused our design on layering colors, textures, and functionality to reflect the surrounding landscape. The scope included the kitchen, living room, dining room, primary bedroom, office, and kid’s bedrooms.

In the living and dining rooms, we introduced bright, playful colors and vintage elements to create spaces that feel cheerful yet collected. Custom built-ins provide ample storage while supporting everyday family life and entertaining. The kitchen layout was reworked to improve flow and functionality. The terracotta hex tile flooring and built-in banquette create a dynamic feeling with layers of color and texture.

In the primary bedroom, we created a cozy retreat using a romantic color palette and pattern play. Custom built-in closets were designed to provide ample storage, while seamlessly blending into the architecture and millwork of the rest of the home. The result is a light-filled, functional space that honors its original coastal cottage style.

Photos by Kara Mercer

Styling by Teressa Johnson