Wallace Residence
Gig Harbor, WA

Ken & Sally Wallace had lived comfortably in their home for over 20 years. But their home was aging and they needed more room to accommodate Sally's thriving business and a "great room" they had always dreamed of. The Wallace’s searched extensively for a home that would meet their needs but found none that could rival their location overlooking the Tacoma Narrows.

Not only did they want to add space, they also wanted to change the basic look of the house to a more lodge-like style. They cited the WPA projects of the 30’s as examples. We designed a 1200 SF room above a portion of the existing home to act as a family “great room” and to free up space on their lower floor for Sally's business. An enlarged entry provides a more generous feel and includes an open stair to the family room. Exterior siding and new windows tie the addition to the existing house. Log columns, stone and natural wood finishes all add to the warmth of the home. Decks at each end of the great room provide outdoor spaces for enjoying a summer afternoon drink or a view of the Narrows Bridge.

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