Josh Architects

Notice how the edge of the standing seam metal is crimped and curled over the edge. The craftsman must have used great care to cut and roll these edges to ensure water tightness.

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Grand Ridge Residence

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Earth sheltering is done by creating berms of earth up the sides of walls to help insulate a building and protect it from the elements.

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Sneak Peek // The view from this corner of the house has become a lot more interesting since construction started.

Swipe to see the before! The new opening to the hallway sits about where the old arched opening was.

Builder: R&R PNW Construction

Whether you are a homeowner, builder, or architect, you will be faced with the energy code if you’re doing a building project in Seattle (or anywhere in Washington).

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West Seattle Upper Addition // We added two dormers to create additional bathrooms, bedrooms, and a work-from-home space for the growing family.

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See more project photos here: https://www.josharch.com/west-seattle-upper-addition

Leaving framing members exposed creates fun opportunies for custom design solutions. The void between this wall and rafters, for example, conceal the fixtures that create the ambient light.

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Capitol Hill Residence // Our care and attention to detail extend to bedrooms, too. This kids’ room, for example, is polished without feeling too formal.

See more project photos here: https://www.josharch.com/capitol-hill-residence