Nine Local Homes with Stunning Entertaining Spaces
Beautiful homes made for throwing parties
By Lauren Mang June 24, 2014
Summer is officially in full swing, which means it’s high time for barbecues, s’mores near the firepit, breezy gatherings on the terrace and daytime picnics that transition into nighttime fireworks-watching parties. These nine to-die-for homes in and around Seattle (corralled courtesy of Seattle-based Porch.com), have their entertaining space designs down to a rarefied art. And you’re invited to take a peek.
The Urban Lodge by Gelotte Hommas
Project: http://porch.com/projects/the-urban-lodge-1?img=46768
Beaver Lake Estate by Rainier Custom Homes
Project: http://porch.com/projects/beaver-lake-estate-1?img=38601
Washington Park by Prentiss Architects
Project: http://porch.com/projects/washington-park-3?img=38857
Snoqualmie Backyard & Retreat by Alderwood Landscaping
Project: https://alderwoodlandscaping.design/case-studies/fire-pits/mountain-golf-course-retreat
Courtyard House by DeForest Architects
Project: http://porch.com/projects/courtyard-house?img=875983
West Lake Sammamish Parkway by Lavalle Construction
Project: http://porch.com/projects/west-lake-sammamish-parkway-1?img=52813
Waterfront Residence by Thielsen Architects
Project: http://porch.com/projects/waterfront-residence-1?img=36688
San Juan Cliffside by Prentiss Architects
Project: http://porch.com/projects/san-juan-cliffside-1?img=38931
Neiders Residence by NB Design Group
Project: http://porch.com/projects/neiders-residence-1?img=39330
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