Supporting the Arts: 2atara Design + Construction Sponsors Night at BARN
2atara design + construction is honored to be sponsoring the upcoming Night at BARN! Join us for an evening of creativity, community, and inspiration on October 5, 2024, from 6–9 PM. Explore BARN’s 10 maker studios, indulge in curated food and beverages, and participate in an exciting live auction.
Can’t attend? You can still support this amazing cause by donating!
Get your tickets and more info here: Night at BARN.
Let’s make this a night to remember! 🎨✨
2atara’s Hilltop Home Featured in Tideland Magazine!
We’re excited to announce that 2atara’s Hilltop House has been featured in the Fall 2024 issue of Tideland Magazine! Titled “A Perfect Perch: Eye-Catching Home Overlooks a Storied Corner of Bainbridge Island”, the article spotlights this striking 2,600 sq. ft. home, designed and built by 2atara founder Craden Henderson.
Constructed using two reimagined shipping containers, the home is built to LEED-Gold standards and combines modern design with a focus on sustainability. One container serves as Craden’s custom home office, while the other forms an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) that adds a sculptural element to the landscape. Overlooking the historic Fort Ward neighborhood and a former WWII runway, the home offers clever design solutions throughout, from cantilevered structures to hidden appliances and custom furniture.
Craden, who now lives in the home with his family, shares his design philosophy: “Everything I design, I design with the idea of being able to live in it myself.” From the airy kitchen to the one-of-a-kind ADU, this project showcases 2atara’s commitment to architectural innovation and sustainable living.
We are incredibly proud of this recognition and invite you to check out the full article here in Tideland Magazine for an in-depth look at this remarkable project!
Learn more about the project here.
VOTE! 2atara Nominated for the Best of Bainbridge Contest
We are thrilled to announce that 2atara Design + Construction has been nominated for Best of Bainbridge 2024 in two categories: Best Contractor and Best Home Renovation! This honor would not have been possible without the support of our incredible partners and clients – thank you!
Final voting begins today and continues through July 15, and we would greatly appreciate your support. You can vote once per day, so please cast your vote(s) to help us win this special recognition. Thank you!
Vote for Best Contractor here:
https://vote.bainbridgereview.com/services-home/contractor
Vote for Best Home Renovation here:
https://vote.bainbridgereview.com/services-home/home-renovation
Hidden Elegance: The Perfect Murphy Bed Solution
Check out our innovative Murphy bed design in the Pt White Remodel! This 2269 sq. ft beachfront home, originally built in 1990 by a renowned local architect, was all about blending style and functionality. The 2atara team transformed the TV room by cleverly integrating a hidden Murphy bed, preserving the room’s sleek look while providing versatile space for guests. At 2atara, we respect architectural heritage while infusing modern touches, ensuring these significant homes are preserved and cherished.
Learn more about this remodel here.
Architectural Gem Renewed
Reviving a piece of architectural history was the goal when 2atara took on this remodel of a stunning 2269 sq. ft beachfront home built in 1990 by a renowned local architect. The house featured a unique layout with a runway effect from the entrance to the beach, but obstructed views and cramped spaces left room for improvement. The brief was to open up the living/kitchen space into an open floorplan, allowing seamless views from the entrance to the water. A beautiful dining table was placed to assist the line of sight while also enhancing the connection with the outdoors.
In the kitchen, we meticulously matched the existing fur cabinets and added new ones to maintain the original aesthetic. Cabinets were repurposed and redesigned to optimize functionality while respecting the architect’s vision. The house’s iconic 6’8” datum line guided our design decisions, ensuring harmony throughout.
We relocated the master bedroom to capture the best ocean views and cleverly integrated a hidden Murphy bed in the TV room, seamlessly blending style and functionality.
Throughout this project, it was imperative to us that we preserve the essence of the original architect’s intent while blending our own modern touches. Here at 2atara, we strive to protect these historically significant homes from demolition by updating them for contemporary living without compromising their integrity.
Rejuvenating ’92: Design Divine and True
Experience modern elegance with our recent renovation of a 1992 mid-century home. Focused on the kitchen and bathrooms, we employed innovative solutions to revamp the spaces while preserving their original charm. In the bathrooms, we tackled the challenge of renovation without complete overhaul. A clever solution involved creating a steel picture frame to drop the tub into, allowing us to avoid replacing all the existing tile. Refreshing all cabinets and countertops, we maintained a cohesive aesthetic throughout. The kitchen underwent a full transformation with a new island that features a “massive” cantilevered counter, supported by a complex steel structure. In the space, our aim was to enhance functionality while preserving a sense of lightness. We achieved this through thoughtful design choices and the addition of extra counter space. Collaborating with a local artist, we infused personality with whimsical wallpaper. Our commitment to seamless integration is evident in the use of contemporary veneers that blend seamlessly with the home’s original aesthetic. Beyond interiors, we added a playful sitting tensile net to the outdoor deck for recreation and new cable wire rail system to open up the view. At 2atara design + construction, we deliver transformative design solutions that marry function with style.
Marvelous Modern Mahin
Transforming a 70-year-old home into a modern masterpiece! Our clients entrusted us with their eclectic taste, blending 50’s charm with edgy contemporary design. We seamlessly integrated found objects and original wood to create a curated blend of old and new. From mapping dead spaces to repurposing corridors into bathrooms, every inch was optimized for efficiency and innovation. Our kitchen design pushed boundaries with a sleek recessed exhaust hood, maximizing space without sacrificing style. At 2atara design + construction, we honor the past while embracing the future with transformative design solutions.
Dive deeper into the details of this project here.
Stunning Hilltop Home Featured in The Week!
Wow, our Hilltop home is featured in The Week! Explore more about 2atara’s architectural gem in the article “6 Refreshing Homes on Islands“. Located on Bainbridge Island, nestled in the historic Fort Ward area, the home offers LEED gold-certified design, organic modern interiors, wide-plank light-wood floors, a rooftop terrace, and oversize windows with leafy views. And don’t forget the tiny house-inspired guesthouse in a converted shipping container. Read the full article here
See the full listing here from Windermere Managing Broker Sarah Sydor.
Learn more and view photos about this innovative design-build project.
Brilliant Bick Tiny House
Dive into the brilliance of the Bick Tiny House by 2atara! 🌿 This recently completed project is a testament to versatile design, where a former music studio has been artfully transformed into a compact haven. Boasting a kitchenette, snug bedroom, loft space, and a flexible artist workspace—all cleverly optimized with Scandinavian modern elegance and clear maple accents—the Bick Tiny House is a visual delight. A custom-designed maple bed adds an intriguing spatial element, offering a direct view out the window, while floor-to-ceiling windows and strategically placed cubes play with scale to enhance the sense of space. The bathroom, with its unique bamboo cabinet detail within a large mirror, cleverly augments the perception of space. Sustainability takes center stage with a mini-split heat pump, making this Winter 2023 remodel a shining example of thoughtful design choices that have magically transformed a once-underutilized space into a resourceful retreat.
Learn more and view photos about this fun project here.
2atara design + construction is a general contractor on Bainbridge Island in WA State. Designing and building with the future in mind, we strive to work on projects that have design integrity, and a sustainable vision that aligns with world resource preservation.