A retired couple desired a valiant master suite in their “forever home”. After living in their mid-century house for many years, they approached our design team with a concept to add a 3rd story suite with sweeping views of Puget sound. Our team stood atop the home’s rooftop with the clients admiring the view that this structural lift would create in enjoyment and value. The only concern was how they and their dear-old dog, would get from their ground floor garage entrance in the daylight basement to this new suite in the sky? Our CAPS design team specified universal design elements throughout the home, to allow the couple and their 120lb. Pit Bull Terrier to age in place. A new residential elevator added to the westside of the home. Placing the elevator shaft on the exterior of the home minimized the need for interior structural changes. A shed roof for the addition followed the slope of the site, creating tall walls on the east side of the master suite to allow ample daylight into rooms without sacrificing useable wall space in the closet or bathroom. This kept the western walls low to reduce the amount of direct sunlight from the late afternoon sun, while maximizing the view of the Puget Sound and distant Olympic mountain range. The master suite is the crowning glory of the redesigned home. The bedroom puts the bed up close to the wide picture window. While soothing violet-colored walls and a plush upholstered headboard have created a bedroom that encourages lounging, including a plush dog bed. A private balcony provides yet another excuse for never leaving the bedroom suite, and clerestory windows between the bedroom and adjacent master bathroom help flood the entire space with natural light. The master bathroom includes an easy-access shower, his-and-her vanities with motion-sensor toe kick lights, and pops of beachy blue in the tile work and on the ceiling for a spa-like feel. Some other universal design features in this master suite include wider doorways, accessible balcony, wall mounted vanities, tile and vinyl floor surfaces to reduce transition and pocket doors for easy use. A large walk-through closet links the bedroom and bathroom, with clerestory windows at the high ceilings The third floor is finished off with a vestibule area with an indoor sauna, and an adjacent entertainment deck with an outdoor kitchen & bar.

Custom Sport Court with blue accents

Trousdale Beverly Hills luxury home modern virtual golf simulator sports area. Photo by Jason Speth.

Amoura Productions Sallie Elliott, Allied ASID

Paul Schlisman Photography Courtesy of Southampton Builders LLC.

The all-black gym is a stunning space that is sure to inspire your workout. With its sleek and modern design, it is the perfect place to push yourself to new limits. The gym is flooded with natural light, thanks to its positioning facing the courtyard. This not only provides a bright and airy atmosphere but also creates a sense of calm and tranquillity, making it the perfect place to focus on your fitness goals.

Photographed by Donald Grant

Lower level/Basement workout/home gym. The space is very dramatic with all black walls and ceiling. The flooring is rubber and perfect for a home gym.

A bespoke built Garden Room Gym in Weybridge Surrey. The room was complimented with Canadian Redwood Cedar and 3 leaf bifold doors.

Luxury custom built Mediterranean home built by Claude Verini of Link Construction and Developments