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Miller Hull’s Award-Winning Architectural Masterpiece in Seattle

Posted by Edward Dy on July 17th, 2008


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Built a decade ago, this award-winning house on Seattle’s Mercer Island was designed by the Miller-Hull Partnership and is currently for sale at US$1,150,000.

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Built in 1998, this low maintenance and compact open house, defies the boundaries of indoor and outdoor. Nestled in a Mercer Island ravine, this three-story structure balances the rigidity of steel and concrete with the softness of the green and lush hillside vegetation.

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There is a 9ft x 10ft vertical lift floor of wood and glass door that leads from the main floor living area to a bridge-like deck, effectively transforming the area into an outdoor room.

The master suite at the top of the house is a flexible space, partly because of the interlocking panels and a bridge that adds spaciousness as well as privacy and intimacy.

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The lower level is of concrete blocks with glass block windows that allows light to add some coziness to the two bedrooms as well as the play area.

The floor-to-ceiling bookcases with its built-in desk turns the staircase landing into a home den. The house’s interior is absolutely stunning!

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