Photo by Michael Fager at Fisheye

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In this bathroom, the client wanted the contrast of the white subway tile and the black hexagon tile. We tiled up the walls and ceiling to create a wet room feeling.

This Seattle modern house by chadbourne + doss architects has an open plan that links interior spaces vertically as well as out to the landscape. Large sliding doors allow the Master Bedroom to open to views of the yard. Photo by Benjamin Benschneider

Tricia Shay Photography

The natural finishes of the maple floor, walnut millwork and quartzite tile make this modern space feel both contemporary but warm.

Additionally, normally enclosed rooms such as the bedrooms and studio are opened to the outdoors in a matter of seconds with oversized roll-away windows mounted on the exterior facades, and aluminum-framed sliding doors. @Benny Chan

Troy Thies

Conceived as an empty-nesters paradise this house was designed as a series of pods to maximize the efficiency of the footprint and to celebrate the interrelationship of the interior and exterior spaces. Both indoor and outdoor living areas are promoted by the building’s harmonious relationship with the natural environment. The undulating form steps down the hillside to frame incredible views of the landscape and surrounding golf course from every point in the house and a combination of decks, bridges and patios encourage the residents to be outside. This line between in and out is further diffused by both the structure and the material palette’s movement across the exterior threshold, while the shading devices, trellises and large eves provide protection and privacy for year round use and enjoyment of the entire site. This residence is truly a deliberate response to both the owner’s lifestyle and their love of nature.

Matthew Millman

This was once a very ordinary bathroom full of drab neutral tones. After redesign on layout and aesthetic, this master suite now boasts spa-like appeal. Design and Build by Hatfield Builders & Remodelers, photography by Versatile Imaging.