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The Zipper House
The Zipper House
Seattle, WA, United States
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The Zipper House
Seattle, WA, United States
This modern remodel offers a new take on the postwar split-level type. By opening up the stair, raising the roof, and adding a fifth level, we created a ‘zipper’ that weaves together views and spaces and reflects the owner’s low key approach to living, working and entertaining.
Working closely with our client throughout the design process, we came up with a plan to extend and transform the split-level type. By opening up the stair, raising the roof, and adding a fifth level, we saw the opportunity to create a ‘zipper’ that linked views and spaces and that better fit the client’s informal style of living and entertaining. For cost, zoning, and environmental reasons, we re-used the foundation and floor framing for the first four floor levels. Additions to the footprint were limited to decks and a small entry vestibule.
The exterior of the house is clad in low-maintenance fiber-cement siding with stained wood accents and inexpensive thermal-break aluminum windows. DA+ consulted on the landscape design including a large deck for entertaining, entry walk, and paved areas for seating and a hot tub. On the interior, a light-filled central stair connects the three upper levels with varying degrees of transparency, and creates numerous opportunities for displaying art. In all, there are five levels.
Working closely with our client throughout the design process, we came up with a plan to extend and transform the split-level type. By opening up the stair, raising the roof, and adding a fifth level, we saw the opportunity to create a ‘zipper’ that linked views and spaces and that better fit the client’s informal style of living and entertaining. For cost, zoning, and environmental reasons, we re-used the foundation and floor framing for the first four floor levels. Additions to the footprint were limited to decks and a small entry vestibule.
The exterior of the house is clad in low-maintenance fiber-cement siding with stained wood accents and inexpensive thermal-break aluminum windows. DA+ consulted on the landscape design including a large deck for entertaining, entry walk, and paved areas for seating and a hot tub. On the interior, a light-filled central stair connects the three upper levels with varying degrees of transparency, and creates numerous opportunities for displaying art. In all, there are five levels.
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