Pattern House Is a Moody Industrial Retreat on a Lake in Seattle

"On the banks of Lake Washington, Pattern House by Olson Kundig reimagines what a modern lakeside retreat can be in the heart of Seattle. Designed for a young family, the 3,800-square-foot residence demonstrates how thoughtful architecture can expand the sense of space on a narrow city lot while strengthening connections to both the water and landscape."

"From the street, the home reads as a modest wood-clad structure, complemented by a concrete volume that houses the garage and workshop. The restrained exterior conceals a dramatic reveal: an Ice Blue front door - chosen to match the client's beloved Mini Cooper - ushers guests into a double-height entry bathed in natural light and oriented toward panoramic views of Lake Washington."

Pattern House sits on Lake Washington and balances a modest street presence with expansive lake-facing interiors. A concrete garage and wood-clad volumes create an understated exterior that opens via an Ice Blue entry into a double-height, light-filled foyer oriented toward panoramic water views. Interior materials include recycled oak flooring, leather stair treads, Kebony siding, stone-slab bathrooms, darker wood, and steel, creating an industrial yet warm palette. A folded-steel sculptural staircase with leather details serves as a visual centerpiece and circulation spine. The kitchen introduces bold red pendant accents and custom casework incorporates brightly painted wood molds from the family's manufacturing business, reinforcing personal connections between occupants and craft.

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