Kara Mercer

1 week ago | portraitmagazine.com | Melissa Dalton |Kara Mercer

At just over 100 years old, this Dutch Colonial was the youngest house these Seattleites had ever owned. “Something I’ve always loved since living in Seattle are the old homes,” says the owner. “This is our third.” First, there was the 1899 Victorian farmhouse: “So much charm and character, but it was a little bit too small by the time we started having kids.” Next came the 1908 Craftsman, which had been thoroughly remodeled and upgraded, which they enjoyed.

Feb 12, 2024 | portraitmagazine.com | Emily Zahniser |Kara Mercer

When the Gatiens purchased their home on Lake Sammamish, they were thrilled with the location, but less the house. “The house was built in the 1990s and remodeled in 2004. It had a casual lake and beach vibe, bordering on the rustic side,” said Christy Gatien. “Everything was a bit heavy,” said Dan Gatien. “The original fireplace was river rock with an overbearing mantel and surround.

Sep 8, 2023 | domino.com | Lydia Geisel |Kara Mercer

We may earn revenue from the products available on this page and participate in affiliate programs. When Washington-based designer Allison Lind browses Zillow, she’ll scroll right past anything that looks turnkey. It doesn’t grab her attention. “But if it’s crumbling and it looks like it might be haunted, I get so excited,” she says.

May 15, 2023 | portraitmagazine.com | Donna Pizzi |Kara Mercer

What began as a simple request to arrange this homeowner’s furnishings from the sale of a previous home, into one of Kirkland’s much-sought-after historically based Marsh Commons homes, landed interior designer Nicole Hopper the chance to start afresh by remodeling its entire interiors.