Having a garden can increase your home's value by 11 percent

The exterior of a home is the first thing home buyers are checkin' out, so with a little help from our pals over at Loyal Gardener, here are seven reasons why having a garden can make your home more sellable.Increases Curb AppealDid we not learn anything f

Tiny Home Living: 400 square foot home, with 300 feet of riverfront view

Is it just us or are tiny homes the most intriguing real estate on the market right now? With a little help from our pals over at Redfin, for the next month we will be profiling four tiny homes that are hot, hot, hot on the market in Washington. Whether it

Stop! Don’t dig in your yard until you call this number

Imagine this: The first sunny Saturday of spring finally rolls around, and you decide that you’re going plant some flowers in the front yard. You go to the nursery, buy soil, colorful plants, and brand-new gloves. The second you get home, you dig right int

According to experts, this weekend is the best time to list a house for sale in Seattle

Hey you home sellin' folks out there. Looking for that push to finally put your home on the market? Well, I'm here to let you know that THIS WEEKEND IS THE WEEKEND OF ALL WEEKENDS.*Ahem,* let me clarify (I got a little excited). According to a report from

Tiny Home Living: 400 square feet, 10 acres and almost $300,000...

Is it just us or are tiny homes the most intriguing real estate on the market right now? With a little help from our pals over at Redfin, for the next month we will be profiling four tiny homes that are hot, hot, hot on the market in Washington. Whether it

Can you guess the most popular Seattle neighborhood?

Every Seattleite has their favorite neighborhood (mine is literally all of West Seattle) but Zillow just announced the official Top 10 Most Popular Neighborhoods in our Emerald City.After some serious crunching of numbers, they determined that the most pop

Tiny Home Living: Charming 580 square foot home in South Park

Is it just us or are tiny homes the most intriguing real estate on the market right now? With a little help from our pals over at Redfin, for the next month we will be profiling four tiny homes that are hot, hot, hot on the market in Washington. Whether it

Photos: Redmond's Au Courant House has a 600 square foot deck, 180 degree views

Photos: 799 square foot loft in Fremont makes the perfect architect studio

Photos: New construction, tiny lot - this Ballard home is making it WORK

An outdoor entertainer's delight: Enjoy these exclusive patios by Summerwell Homes

Seattle's unpredictable weather can be an outdoor entertainer's worst nightmare. But with the right home for hosting, clouds no longer have to rain on your backyard parade.Summerwell Homes, located on Mercer Island, created the first neighborhood in the ar

Photos: Renovated cottage from 1912 kicks off Seattle Modern Home Tour

Each day this week we are going to preview a home from the 2018 Modern Home Tour! Kicking off our coverage - this renovated cottage!

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The 10 Most Popular Items for Sale on OfferUp in Seattle

Photos: Is this a Queen Anne home, or hotel? You be the judge

Photos: Famous Magnolia lighthouse-shaped treehouse is selling for $139k

Photos: This $2.5m Asian-inspired Edmonds house is everything you've ever wanted in a home

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Stratus redefines luxury with 25 world class perks

From a signature bar and dog spa to a decked-out terrace with a wading pool and chaise lounges, Stratus redefines luxury from the moment you walk through its grand lobby doors.Known as the “exceptional new home in the clouds,” this 43-story skyscraper in S

Spruce Up Your Space for Spring with Goodwill

Whether you're planning a St. Patrick's day party, or want to add a touch of whimsy to your front porch-- Seattle Goodwill is the place to go!Goodwill's DIY Guy, Gary Foy, shared budget friendly finds as well as easy and fun craft ideas.Shamrock Glitter Po

Photos: Peep this Ballard cottage that actress Josie Bissett just flipped

Photos: 700 square foot cabin in Ashford, WA is cute as can be

Stratus: The newest way to live the dream in South Lake Union

For many people, living in a city like Seattle fulfills a lifelong dream. Still, it's not always easy to find the real estate to meet your needs. Luckily, there's a new residential tower in town, and it offers everything you're looking for in a home.People

Tour the Houghton House, a $3.4 million Kirkland landmark

Listed by Rombakh Real Estate, this beautiful home is 3,873 square feet of pure GOLD.With 4 beds and 4.25 baths, the Houghton House in Kirkland is a contemporary design envisioned by Taylor Building & Design. The kitchen is a state-of-the-art, featuring Po

Summerwell Homes: See what all the hype is about!

Photos: Hotel Murano is the perfect getaway for the So Northwest Women's Show

New year, new home: Summerwell Homes offer the best buys in Seattle!

Looking for a new home to compliment that new 2018 version of you? If so, check out Summerwell Homes on Mercer Island – the 16 best houses on the market in the Seattle region.Designed by McCullough Architects, Summerwell’s community – winner of the 2017 Tr

Photos: Bainbridge Island listing on Country Club Lane is going for just under $3m

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Why should you choose Stratus?

There's a reason they describe Stratus as an expression of ascension. The crème de la crème of Seattle living, this luxurious high-rise being built in South Lake Union offers amenities and elegant, modern floor plans that will have you thinking there's no

The average cabin price in King County is $420,000

We’ve covered what seems like a million and one stories about the housing market in Seattle, but what we haven’t hashed out is cabin prices in Western Washington.If you are in the market for a cabin, let this be your guide. However, if not – we can all dre

Curious about the fastest growing neighborhoods in Seattle?

The real estate situation in Seattle is a joke. Because it's so ridiculous, you just have to laugh - if you don't, you might just cry.But it's still really interesting to follow along the spikes, and see just what is happening in which neighborhoods. Accor

Photos: What's better than a houseboat? One with a hot tub on deck

Photos: Snow White's Cottage in Olalla, WA drops $150k in listing price

Move over Hygge, It’s Time to Lagom!

Over the past few years, Hygge has become entrenched in everyday culture throughout the US and now the Swedes have decided to share their philosophy on life - Lagom with the rest of the world.

New Year’s Eve party décor: 4 tips that will help you ring in the new year right

Christmas is behind us and 2018 is quickly approaching. Most people set goals and intentions for the New Year, but we encourage you to slow down and celebrate 2017. This past year was filled with trials, triumphs and memories that will stay with you for th

Christmas in July: feel the A/C breeze when you do this money-saving trick NOW.

When this writer spotted an air conditioning truck at her neighbor’s house, she couldn’t help get a little curious – air conditioning in December? I know I want a White Christmas, but come on.So, armed with a plate of mitten cookies and old fashioned neigh

Double the design, double the fun with these Instagram-famous twins

Julie Lancia and Jodie Kammerer are more than just business partners, and more than just twins. To their 300,000+ followers on Instagram, they're known simply as The Design Twins. Since they started sharing their ideas on social media, the twins have becom

HGTV's 2018 Dream Home is in Gig Harbor, WA

Imagine stunning views, an open living space and decor details that are decidedly Northwest-- and located in lovely Gig Harbor. Those are just a few features of the  HGTV Dream Home 2018. Seattle Refined was the first to score a VIP tour of this 3,500 squa

Live your best life in a house on this picturesque mountain playground

Does your home feel like a retreat? What about a basecamp for adventure? Whether you’re craving tranquility or outdoor fun, you can find it by becoming part of the Tumble Creek community.Tumble Creek is a private gated community at Suncadia resort with ame

Sneak a peek at AMLI Arc, Denny Triangle's artful apartment building

Seeking a sleek place in the heart of Seattle? Introducing Stratus

City living is all about having the best of everything a few blocks away and if you move into Stratus, the high-style apartment high rise in the heart of the Denny Triangle, you’ll get exactly that. Stratus offers unrivaled amenities couched in elegance an

How to design a fall tablescape

From Thanksgiving to football games, fall is filled with reasons to celebrate with loved ones and the best way to connect with others is over a delicious, home-cooked meal. Although hosting can be stressful, styling a tablescape can be nice and simple. The

Photos: An app controls basically everything in this real-life Smart House in Eastlake

Seattle vs. Tacoma: What $500k properties look like in each city

We're not saying anything you don't already know: real estate prices in the Pacific Northwest are astronomical. Buying in Seattle is almost impossible, which means people are looking further and further outside the city to snap up property while they still

5 fun things you'll see if you swing by AMLI Arc

AMLI Arc’s blend of minimalist polish and industrial-inspired design presents residents with a distinctive and dashing home base for life in downtown Seattle. Here are five fun things you’ll find when you swing by the property to get an inside look at Seat

Take Me to Church: $1.8m townhome for sale in 100-year-old church on Capitol Hill

It's easy to look around all the new, shiny, modern Seattle real estate and think that's all our city is now. The wave of folks moving to our Emerald City means a lot more cookie cutter town homes and apartment complexes that all kind of look alike (nothin

How to make vintage décor look “eclectic” and not “old-fashioned”

Not long ago, shopping for vintage pieces meant spending hours digging through dusty stores with vague hopes of discovering something worthwhile. Musty antique shops still abound, but now it’s also possible to browse all manner of vintage décor from the co

$2.8m Capitol Hill condo has some of the most unbelievable views we've ever seen

Every couple of days I will get a little ding in my inbox of a newly listed luxury home (I know, it's a rough life). Today was one of those days. Let me paint a picture for you. Step into a secure elevator and ride up to the third floor penthouse that is t

Could you live in a 466 square foot condo? Highland Park 1-bed lists for $199k

Oof. Don't get us started about real estate in Seattle right now! It's hard to find anything, let alone something *in* the city, and large.So - what if we just stopped looking for the largest spaces available? You've heard of tiny house living - where indi

AMLI Arc brings virtual reality, with an edge, to high-fashion living in South Lake Union

Some new apartment buildings in South Lake Union feel, to be blunt, staid and dull. That’s why AMLI Arc (Arc) is bringing an edge to luxury living in this neighborhood at the center of Seattle’s new energy, creating an experience that can only be fully gra

Loveless-designed Laurelhurst estate wows, inside and out

Known as one of Laurelhurst’s most notable waterfront estates, the landmark home at 3054 E Laurelhurst Drive is prominently sited on 175 feet of Lake Washington waterfront on the coveted shores of Webster Point. This location affords expansive views of the

Stratus elevates luxury Seattle city living into the clouds

South Lake Union is set to reach new heights of high-end, design-centric living with Stratus, the elevated, elegant high-rise apartment tower that a prime neighborhood in a world-class city deserves.The developers of Stratus first defined South Lake Union

The Mine’s top 5 home trends for fall

When we wanted to know about the hottest home trends for fall, we decided to go right to the pros. The Mine is a Kirkland-based purveyor of quality home decor and their experts know all about the latest and greatest looks. Alexa Bickel was nice enough to s

You can see the Space Needle from nearly every room in this Queen Anne home

Located on Queen Anne's iconic Highland Drive, this gorgeous home has views of the Space Needle from nearly every room. No like seriously - you can't get away from it if you even tried.The 6,460 square foot home was built in 1900 and has been completely re

Why buy when you can DIY? Goodwill turns trash into treasure

Buying furniture can take a big bite out of your bank account. But why buy...when you can DIY? Seattle Goodwill's Gary Foy is the master of taking something that most of us see as trash and transforming it into treasure. He's spilling his money-saving secr

Hot tub with a view? $4.5M Belltown condo has that, and more

Photos: Almost 25% of this Eastlake condo is literally a private patio

I can't decide if having a third of your condo being a patio is a good thing or a bad thing, but either way - the summers at this Eastlake condo have got to be AMAZING.

Once listed at $10.5M, this Gig Harbor home is now selling to the highest bidder

We've covered a LOT of luxury homes, but this one is hands down my favorite one so far. Yes, maybe I am very intrigued by the personal heli-pad located in the driveway, but the decor and design of the home is extraordinary.This Gig Harbor home sits on Woll

Thanks to Empire, easy and affordable flooring upgrades have never been so simple

If your floor needs an upgrade, you probably think the following two things every time you walk on it:1. “Wow, this floor really needs an upgrade”2. “Ugggh that’s such a hassle, and it will probably cost a ton”The second thought, while natural, might not b

Tour this $5.9 million Bollywood-inspired mansion (in Bellevue, WA)

It's called the Bollywood Mansion because its decor, charm and design are all inspired by India. But - it's in Bellevue, WA.Listed at $5,999,950 by Becky Gray of Sothebys International Reality, the palatial estate was modeled around the traditional Indian

Homeowners named Anne have the most valuable houses in WA

Zillow released a new analysis that revealed the most popular homeowner names in each state - as well as the names that own the most valuable homes. Here’s what they found:Across the United States, people named Stuart and Alison own the most valuable homes

  The most unique new neighborhood in Seattle

It's not too late for you to be part of one of Seattle's most historic and unique communities. In fact, there are just three homes at Fort Lawton and our sponsor, Fort Lawton Homes, gave us a VIP tour of this one-of-a-kind neighborhood. The opportunity is

Photos: $17M Cormorant Bay listing is a Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired slice of heaven

The $17m property is located on Orcas Island on the Eastsound with phenomenal views of the Puget Sound, and listed by Peter Phillips with Realogics Sothebys.

Photos: A Tiny House Village just opened in Leavenworth (!)

U.S. history preserved for legacy ownership at Fort Lawton

Philadelphia might have Independence Hall and San Francisco the Presidio, but Seattle has its own historical bounty. The coolest part? You can actually own a piece of it. Imagine celebrating The Fourth of July in a home that housed officers who helped ensu

Blu Skillet Ironware proves that pans can be a HOT commodity

Nobody understands  the satisfaction of a perfect tool better than Patrick Maher of Blu Skillet Ironware.  An artist with a 25 year history in blacksmithing and metalwork, he makes all his own tools. So when he and fellow artist Caryn Badgett met and start

Washington Waterfront Home Tour: Lakefront townhouse offers contemporary elegance

Inside the gated waterfront community of Sammamish Shores is 3110 W Lake Sammamish Pkwy SE 9 in Bellevue, WA: a move-in-ready townhouse featuring a panorama of windows and an open-concept floor plan. If you’re ready to embrace the waterfront lifestyle, thi

5 things you need to know when buying waterfront in Washington

Buying a home, while exciting, can be a complex process. Furthermore, purchasing a waterfront home comes with a few special considerations. Ryan Riley of Penrith Home Loans shares several factors that waterfront home shoppers should keep in mind.1. The Co

Ever wanted to experience #WaterfrontLiving? This weekend is your chance

The Washington Waterfront Home Tour is Saturday, June 24 - Sunday, June 25 from 1-4 p.m. daily.This year's waterfront property market is more competitive than ever, and the Waterfront Home Tour gives you the BEST opportunity to check all these houses out I

Washington Waterfront Home Tour: Cape Cod-inspired stunner capitalizes on lakefront views

The classic elegance of the craftsman style gets a west-coast update at 22007 SE 21st Pl in Sammamish, WA. With four bedrooms and three and a quarter bathrooms, this home on the banks of Pine Lake fuses hominess with the breezy beauty of waterfront living

Washington Waterfront Home Tour: Vast estate marries natural beauty with luxury living

This 12,000-square-foot home on Birch Bay is magnificent, but those who appreciate Washington’s natural beauty might well find the property surrounding it even more stupendous.The 65.76-private acres include waterfront, rolling hillsides and private forest

Washington Waterfront Home Tour: French charm meets a modern sensibility

When the gate opens, you instantly feel transported to somewhere in the French countryside. The sweet fragrance of antique rose perfumes the air, and apples and pears grow plump amid the branches of sturdy espalier trees. Finally, as you near the end of th

It doesn't get much better than this $3.9M Kirkland home

This beautiful modern home in Kirkland is EPIC.It was built in 2013 by a builder for himself, right above Lake Washington, within walking distance to downtown and the beach and boasts incredible views. The architecture is exquisite, and no detail was misse

Here’s How to Make Your Garden a Haven for Pollinators

Most of us don’t give much thought to bees and butterflies, but these animals do a lot for us. According to calculations by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, over 75% of all flowering plants rely on animal pollinators and in 2010, pollinators like honey

Historic Sam Hill Mansion selling for $15 million

Sam Hill was a great American businessman, philanthropist, lawyer and advocate in the Pacific Northwest. While you may not recall his name - you probably do know his work, like the Peace Arch between the U.S. and Canada in Blaine, WA, the Maryhill Museum o

This $28M estate is the most expensive property in Washington

Every now and then we like to scour Zillow to see what the most expensive home on the market right now is - not because we're looking to buy (we wish!) - but because we're curious! Color us WAY impressed when we recently searched, and found a little (ok, n

Add-on, schmad-on: This home is just as cool as the original

Private garden, courtyard & waterfall - this Madison Park home has it all

We love the Modern Home Tour! This home, designed by AW Architecture | Interior Design, is located in the Madison Park Neighborhood.

Photos: An urban retreat atop Queen Anne Hill

Photos: This luxury modern home in Mt. Baker is giving us life

100-year-old Roanoke Park home gets the best facelift, ever

*Each day this week we are going to be featuring homes from the 2017 Seattle Modern Home tour, happening this weekend throughout Seattle. Eight houses will be showcased, all accessible from ticket-holders between 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 29. Ti

This home boasts some of the only panoramic views on Lake Union

*Each day this week we are going to be featuring homes from the 2017 Seattle Modern Home tour, happening this weekend throughout Seattle. Eight houses will be showcased, all accessible from ticket-holders between 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 29. Ti

Photos: Inside a Phinney Ridge phenom

The second home on the eight-stop Modern Home Tour we previewed is on the west slope of Phinney Ridge, with views ranging from next-door neighbor Ballard all the way to the Olympic Mountains.

Modern Home Tour Preview: Luxury Leschi Living

Be swept away in splendor at this beautifully appointed Leschi home.

Photos: We're swooning over this magical $3.5M Magnolia mansion

A Peaceful Getaway IN The City? You're Not Dreaming

Most city-dwellers, whether they’ll admit it or not, like to get away from the hustle and bustle every so often. Unfortunately, escapes are often short-lived vacations that don’t offer a good opportunity to really recharge.There’s an alternative, of course

Behind the Scenes: Renovated Historic Homes in Discovery Park

The Officer’s Row Homes at Fort Lawton in Discovery Park exemplify a thoughtful – and successful – renovation project. Take a look inside and see for yourself! To learn more, visit http://ownfortlawton.com.  

The Renovation of Officer’s Row Homes at Fort Lawton

Renovation is a delicate process when it comes to historic homes. Too heavy a hand robs a structure of its defining characteristics, but too light a touch will leave inhabitants yearning for modern conveniences.The Officer’s Row Homes at Fort Lawton in Dis

This is NOT your grandma's quilt shop

When you think of quilting, do drab dark fabrics and simple appliques come to mind? Well, scrap that outdated notion. At the center of the modern quilt movement is Circa 15 Fabric Studio in Kirkland, WA. Modern quilting uses bold colors, geometric prints

Heard of the 'GurglePot'? Turns out, the creator is from Sumner WA

The story of the GurglePot starts in a small French town. There's where Sumner's Matt Ellison was sitting down to home cooked meals that lasted for hours. The only problem - Matt and his hosts couldn't communicate. They spoke French, and Matt spoke English

This $20m Friday Harbor home is the 2nd most expensive in Western WA

This home is the epitome of what dreams are made of. Actually scratch that - it's more than just a home. It's a full on retreat and oasis located on Friday Harbor that will knock the socks right off of your feet. With seven beds and bathrooms, this gorgeou

Here’s Why Seattle’s Empty Nesters Are Headed Downtown

If you think living in the city is just a Millennial trend, you don’t really understand city living! Empty nesters are among the leading demographics seeking this “lock and leave” lifestyle. Seattle Refined talked to some of the couples flocking downtown t

An insider's guide to entering Seattle's housing market

Seattle is a beautiful Pacific Northwest cultural hub with many satisfied residents and people from out of town who want to move in. That reputation has made housing tricky to find.In fact, Seattle is consistently rated as one of the country's finest citie

5 creative ways to increase your equity

If you're interested in selling your house or condo in the next few years, you know the importance of equity the money you will have, once you've paid off any loans or liens.When you first bought, perhaps you figured you would build equity the old-fashion

How Bath Fitter Solved One Mom’s Bathroom Dilemma

Before Seattle Refined stepped in, Peggy and her three teens shared a single bathroom with an outdated bath tub in it and the experience wasn’t exactly pleasant. None of them had used the bath tub in ages, and Peggy was constantly tormented by the dingy, d

This Furniture Will Help You Make the Most of Tiny Spaces

We hit downtown Seattle’s Alchemy Collections with designers from award-winning design firm Weber Thompson to get advice for living large in small spaces. Here are their best tips for achieving comfort and style in a condo, tiny home or other little space

5 reasons East Village is the best place for Seattle's empty nesters

Becoming an empty nester is a wonderful stage of life. You’ve raised your children well enough they have taken flight and are living adult life with the lessons learned under your wing.Now it’s time to spread your wings and enjoy this stage of life to the