RESIDENTIAL REMODEL Simonson Addition and Remodel, Seattle, WA The Simonson project is a great example of adding quality living space to a small house without making a substantially bigger building. Adding to an existing narrow floor plan allowed for a large amount of natural light throughout the residence. The existing building was gutted when the new addition was built. The entire house has the added value of super insulation in the floors, walls and ceilings as
well as insulated windows throughout. The use of an open ceiling
with exposed beams added to the feeling of a spaciousness.
PROJECT DETAILS
Site:
Largely undisturbed. Landscaped with native plants and trees.
Waste:
Limited and recycled.
Materials:
Original oak floors: carefully preserved, lightly sanded and refinished. Energy Star appliances
Marmoleum floors Double insulated windows and low-E glass
Recycled lumber culled from other remodel projects
Indoor Air Quality:
Automatic air exchange 20 min/ 3 times day (bathroom fan system)
Integration:
Kept addition foot print small, super insulated new and existing structure
Goals:
Energy efficiency and low maintenance.
Designer:
Vicky Opperman, Opperman Design
Contractor:
Tim Parker, Tim Parker Construction
Consultants:
Tim Parker, Tim Parker Construction Ted Granger, Architect
Steve Farvour, Putnam Collins Scott Associates, Inc.
