This modern remodel gives new life to a traditional home in Seattle that has magnificent Lake Washington and Mt. Rainier views. We opened up walls and ceilings, installed large windows and removed heavy beams to achieve the home that the owners envisioned for working, entertaining friends and relaxing as a family.  The outdoor is celebrated on both floors with expansive windows and doors that connect the interior to the exterior.

Lindburg Architects

From its two story great room to its more human scale porches and upper loft, this new lake house takes its cue from the neighboring Skagit Valley farmhouse vernacular.   The interior features reclaimed heavy timber beams, a sleeping porch with separate alcoves, recycled plumbing fixtures, and vintage lockers for storage.

An extensive Main floor remodel of this Mercer Island Mid-Century modern house opened up the floor plan to accommodate a more relaxed lifestyle. Custom details included a concealed coat closet, walnut breakfast nook, new fireplace and coffee bar.

A circular hilltop lot platted decades ago by Northwest Architect Paul Kirk with views of the Cascades and most of Lake Washington and clients with a vision were the starting point for this project.  From a humble start, this project progressed to include elaborate custom details. This craftsman inspired house has many surprises: a ladder accesses the tower for surveying the expansive view and stars, a bookcase conceals a secret guest room, a powder room basin made of petrified wood, a waterfall grotto and dedicated quilting and photography studios.  The house is sited and designed so that it hugs the hill and is nestled in a naturalist garden that incorporates 50 tons of stone, waterfalls and ponds.

Lisa Lindburg with David Root Design

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This craftsman inspired remodel and addition updated a simple postwar house. Using heavy timbers and custom steel connections, we were able to raise the roof and integrate the Lake Washington views, and interior and exterior open spaces to reflect the owners relaxed approach to living, working and entertaining.  Refinished cedar board ceilings, polished plaster fireplaces and large timbers continue the natural aesthetic inside.

Lindburg Architects

Medici Architects

A new guest house above an existing main house on the East shore of Lake Washington, this project defers to its wooded site while taking advantage of its lake views and providing a comfortable respite for friends and family.  Conservation of the natural elements and respecting the steep slope were two big challenges in designing this house.

Lindburg/Flinn Architects

The Mid-Century aesthetic of clean, simple lines, and honest use of materials was continued in this project while the remodel and addition transformed the main floor for a young family. A large Great Room replaced the original small dark spaces. The existing Kitchen became the new Den and the addition expanded both the Dining Room and deck to better enjoy the Western view and sunsets.

This mid-century house was extensively remodelled.  The main floorplan was transformed by eliminating a sunken living room and creating an open floorplan.  Large doors and windows help integrate the indoor spaces to the large level terrace and garden. The architecture highlights and incorporates the owners Asian chests, screens and artwork.

Lindburg Architects

Designed by renowned architect Elizabeth Ayer in 1961, the challenge on this project was to be respectful of the architecture that already successfully integrated a historical aesthetic with a modern functionality.  The kitchen and family room was enlarged and remodelled to accommodate the owner/professional chef.  The remodel updated and refurbished the entire house.

Lindburg/Flinn Architects

Located next to the Fauntleroy ferry dock, this house has spectacular views of Puget Sound, the Olympics and the ferries that travel to and from West Seattle.  The three car garage was retained from original house that was demolished and became a terrace for the new house. The owner was the sole contractor/builder and spent 10 years constructing this house.

AIA Home of the Month award

Lisa Lindburg With Richard Hiner Architects

This circa 1962 ski cabin was remodeled to accommodate family and frequent overnight guests. Below the loft sleeping area, an open kitchen allows everyone to participate in meals.  Traditional Swiss railing details remain and blend with the heavy timber beams, new oak plank flooring, stone counters, and modern lighting.

This mill business office was designed to both house administrative functions and showcase their wood products which were integrated into the design.

Lisa Lindburg with Richard Hiner Architects

This remodel gave the postwar house a lighter, updated feel by opening up the living room ceiling, adding windows, skylights and a new family room.

Lindburg Architects

A storybook Laurelhurst tudor was transformed to enhance a family’s current day lifestyle.  The design included bookcases and cozy reading nooks, casual dining alcoves and a master suite retreat.  A steel fireplace surround, concrete counters and glass tile are the modern details that enhance the traditional elements.

Lindburg Architects

This Seattle house is built on the historic Yesler Mill logging property.  A long transverse beam provided a simple structural solution to add space and open up the upper floor bedroom wing.  A classic screened porch was added adjacent to the new kitchen to provide a new gathering space for the family to eat, talk, play or sleep.