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Grouparchitect Volunteers with The BLOCK Project

by Grouparchitect
Blog, Event, Events, News, non profit, Nonprofit, volunteer
May 18, 2021

Over two weekends, Grouparchitect team members Brian Palidar, Adriana Moledo and Julia Atkins got to work participating in the construction of a backyard tiny home provided by The BLOCK Project.  The BLOCK Project is a program of the Seattle based non-profit, Facing Homelessness.  The work of The BLOCK Project is to provide sustainable, dignified and affordable housing integrated into all residential neighborhoods in Seattle. This is a home for one that includes a kitchenette and private bath, and all landscaping...

Ski Day for Grouparchitect with Spreefest 2021

by Grouparchitect
Blog, Event, Events, News
March 3, 2021

Grouparchitect has formed a team that will participate in Spreefest 2021 which is hosted by the Outdoors for All Foundation.  The mission of the Outdoors for All foundation is, "To enrich the quality of life for children and adults with disabilities through outdoor recreation," and Spreefest is their March fundraising event.  This year, Outdoors for All is combining a virtual fundraiser with a socially-distanced "Spree Ski" on March 13th at Summit at Snoqualmie.  Check back with us for post event...

Lake Sammamish Remodel Completion

by OSC
Custom home, Grouparchitect, Kitchen Remodel, Kitchens, Materials, News, Remodel, Remodeling, Residential, Residential Remodel, Seattle
July 31, 2015

This project was a remodel to the existing kitchen of a Lake Sammaish residence. The original home is classic mid-century kitchen renovated into a modern space with clean lines. This gave way to open the floor plan to connect the living room, dinging and kitchen. The Pental Quartz counter space organized the occupied area gracefully with an operable stove hood by Miele, adjustable to see the Lake Sammamish view.The kitchen has accessibility to the back porch and has two options of...

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Laurelhurst Residence wine room renovation

Laurelhurst Residence – Wine Room

by OSC
Construction, Custom home, Finishes, Green, Grouparchitect, In Progress, Inspiration, Lighting, Materials, News, Remodeling, Residential, Seattle
August 7, 2014

Progress on the Laurelhurst Residence Wine Room progressed quickly once the framing was completed.  Carpenters fabricated several wine racks designed to fit into the various niches and nooks that resulted from tucking the wine room into a difficult corner of the home.  The raw wood of the racks compliment the natural slate floor, and when coupled with the paint, the room has a warm comfortable character. The client requested special displays for some of their prized bottles of wine, and pictured...

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The Make It Right Foundation is working with Method Homes, who commissioned Grouparchitect to design a series of homes for the native tribes of Fort Peck Montana

Make It Right – Fort Peck, Montana

by OSC
Custom home, Fort Peck, Grouparchitect, LEED, Make It Right, Montana, News, Prefab, Prefab/Modular, Residential
July 2, 2014

Grouparchitect is working with prefabricated modular home builder Method Homes to provide design services for a series of homes destined to be located in Fort Peck, Montana.   Based on the Option Series homes we have previously partnered with Method homes on, these three bedroom and two bathroom homes will serve as residences for a portion of over 600 people currently waiting for housing in the Fort Peck area. The Make It Right foundation is working with the Sioux and Assiniboine tribes to...

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Leilani Gains LEED Certification

by OSC
Green, Grouparchitect, LEED, Multi-family/Mixed Use, News, Residential
June 4, 2014

The Leilani Apartments, our most recently completed multi-family project, was just awarded LEED Certification.   From the start of the project the design team considered sustainability in all aspects of the project.  Through the selection of responsible materials, using local manufacturers and suppliers, utilizing water conservation measures, and many other improvements, the team aimed at designing and building a project that will perform for decades into the future.  In addition to building performance the consideration of resident health and comfort was...

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Clyde Hill – Construction Update – Feb. 2014

by OSC
Construction, Grouparchitect, In Progress, News, Remodeling, Residential
February 28, 2014

As progress on the Clyde Hill Residence moves forward this post will document progress made during the month of February. As this project was taken over mid renovation our work has been to tweak the design our clients’ desires.  These tweaks are enlarging rooms & windows, removing windows & exterior cladding, adding a new roof over the main entry, and more will come in posts to come. View up the hill toward the living room and deck side of the home...

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Grouparchitect of Seattle Receives Best Of Houzz 2014 Award

by OSC
News
February 7, 2014

Grouparchitect of Seattle Receives Best Of Houzz 2014 Award Annual Survey and Analysis of 16 Million Monthly Users Reveals Top-Rated Building, Remodeling and Design Professionals Seattle, WA, February 4, 2014 – Grouparchitect of Seattle, Washington has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. The 11-year old architectural design firm was chosen by the more than 16 million monthly users that comprise the Houzz community. The Best Of Houzz award is given in two categories: Customer...

Phinney Home Design and Remodel Fair

by OSC
Events, News, Resources
January 20, 2014

It’s that time of year again for all of us at grouparchitect! The exciting Phinney Home Design and Remodel Fair is right around the corner on Sunday January 26. This will be our third year participating in this exhibition of residential products and design, and will be housed in the big blue Phinney Center at 6532 Phinney Avenue North. In past years we have enjoyed talking through design wishes and residential dreams with show attendees, and expect this...

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Ballard Remodel featured on Houzz

by OSC
News
July 7, 2013

Our Ballard Remodel was featured in the Houzz article 'Movin' on Up: What to Consider With a Second-Story Addition' Movin' on Up: What to Consider With a Second-Story Addition by Anne Higuera Learn how an extra story will change your house and its systems to avoid headaches and extra costs down the road. Adding space to your home at the second or even third story can capture views, maximize square footage on a small lot and let you locate all the bedrooms on...