Dutch Colonial

A growing family approached Casework with a challenge: reinventing their recently purchased 1915 Seattle Dutch Colonial that needed to be stripped to the studs. The previous owner had held court for a half-century. The longtime empty nester had remained remarkably faithful to an unremarkable ’70s-style renovation, with the exception of updating some appliances. The classic four-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom and its dormered second floor necessitated a full-scale restoration. The family wanted to preserve as much of the original structure as possible while giving it a fresh and functional update that felt in line with their style, all while keeping in mind the character of a turn-of-the-century home.

The homeowners wanted their kitchen and dining room to be inviting for large gatherings and intimate family meals. Casework blended the painted cabinets with wood cabinets, warm hues, and elegant wallpaper, anchored by a bespoke dining table that would become an heirloom in its own right. The dining room has a paneled ceiling and walls to add warmth and coziness. The kitchen contrasts the dining room wallpaper and cerused oak cabinets. No formal dining room was included in the renovation. Instead a table that was open to the kitchen and could serve 4 as easily as it could serve 10 was planned.

Throughout the Seattle home, Casework incorporated vintage elements to infuse the space with history and character, including a 19th-century Jacobean hutch in the dining room and custom wood furniture designed to last for decades.

The primary bedroom, bathed in natural light and infused with texture, is a serene retreat with wood paneling, grasscloth, and a boucle bed, all connected to the outdoors through delicate floral-themed drapery. Grasscloth wallpapering in a neutral color and wood paneling on the vaulted ceiling add richness and architectural details that make the room feel special—a space that feels warm but also calming.

Keywords: layered hospitality, artful, organic.