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Nine Local Homes with Stunning Entertaining Spaces

Beautiful homes made for throwing parties

By Lauren Mang June 24, 2014

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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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