AIA Home of Distinction

AIA Home of Distinction: Inside a Sublime San Juan Island Retreat

A couple’s San Juan Island campsite turns into the home of their dreams—30 years in the making

AIA Home of Distinction: The DADU with Puget Sound Views That Makes Compact Living Feel Spacious

By: Jennifer Pinto

When an unsightly garage brought her down, a Sunset Hill woman built it up

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AIA Home of Distinction: A Seattle Architect Takes On the Tiny-Home Challenge

By: Nia Martin

In a Seattle tiny house village, two shelters work together to offer more than just a place to call home

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This Urban Farmhouse in the Central District Comes With Spectacular Views

By: Niki Stojnic

A couple rebuilds a 1940s house into an easy-to-live-in urban farmhouse.

Home design, Architecture, AIA Home of Distinction

This Floating Home on Lake Union is a Primo House Party Boat

By: Nia Martin

A floating home on Lake Union provides everyday peace and a place to entertain.

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This Modern Backyard 'Cabin' is an Urban Oasis in Green Lake

By: Niki Stojnic

Good things really do come in small packages.

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The Danish Know How to Rock a Spectacular Summer House

By: Maria Dolan

This Danish-inspired Hood Canal getaway offers year-round relaxation.

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This stunning Decatur Island cabin is the next best thing to owning a private island

By: Nia Martin

Queen Anne couple finds the perfect retreat from their urban lifestyle.

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AIA Home of Distinction: A Light-Filled Case Inlet Cabin

This modern Northwest cabin on Herron Island establishes a connection to its natural surrounds with expansive windows, wraparound glass doors, plus a hidden sunken tub that gives the illusion of soaking among the trees

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The Japanese Maple tree visible through the living room window of this Mercer Island home (alternate view below), was a gift to the owner when his father passed away. More than 20 years later it is a vibrant part of the landscape

AIA Home of Distinction: A Mercer Island Residence of Heart and Soul

A Mercer Island home nurtures family ties

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