Living On Vashon
“The house needed to support two different kinds of living: open, shared time together with friends and family, and the quieter, more private moments of refuge that are part of island life. At the same time, both needed a strong connection to the harbor and views beyond.”
Brian Palmberg, Principal
To the Harbor
The home is planned so both shared and private spaces turn toward Quartermaster Harbor and Vashon Island beyond. On the ground level, the main living areas are elongated to take advantage of natural light and long views across the water. On the upper level, bedrooms and more quiet spaces carry that same orientation upward, giving the whole house a connection to the bluff and shoreline.
The result is a plan where the view becomes part of daily life across both levels. Whether gathering with family or stepping away for quiet, the home remains oriented toward the surroundings that define the site.
