East Madison
Townhome
Seattle, WA
Location
Residential
Project type
Architect
Role
Located in Seattle's desirable Madison Valley neighborhood, this townhome remodel reimagines one of the early condominium units designed by Fred Bassetti—an icon of Washington's pioneering multi-unit housing from the late 1970's.
Challenge
In this remodel, the design intent was to honor the building's original architectural lineage, while transforming a single unit into a thoroughly modern dwelling, enriched with refined details and elevated performance.
Solution
SCR converted a previously unused attic space into a loft, significantly increasing functional flexibility for guests or use a an elevated home-office. Clean wood trim was introduced throughout to provide a tactile counterpoint to the crisp moderin finishes.
The mechanical strategy was entirely upgraded: electric in-slab radient floor heating supports a clean ceiling line and consistent thermal comfort, while new skylights and a roof window flood the narrow volume with daylight, visually expanding the 1,540 sq ft space and connecting to the tree-lined context.
Materials + Craft
A fresh material palette reinforces the contemporary aesthetic—every finish was replaced, and the unit now features refined joinery and a streamlined trim concept that cultivates a seamless, cohesive visual identity.
