Window-ful Progress at our Hilltop Design-Build Project

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We’ve been busy with the Hilltop Design-Build Spec project, and the house is finally taking shape! This month, we hit a major milestone: the installation of the windows, bringing the structure closer to becoming a true home. This undertaking is a real passion project for us, and we’ve been putting in a lot of effort to bring our vision to life. The installation of the windows was a challenging but rewarding process, and we’re thrilled with how it’s transformed the space. Stay tuned for more updates as we continue crafting this beautiful and functional home.

Learn more about this project on our website here.

Photos by David W. Cohen Photography

2atara designs new minimal-waste chair to benefit those in need

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We’ve been working on the design of a contemporary Adirondack chair here at the 2atara office. Our plan is to cut the entire chair using a C&C machine from one sheet of 4×8 plywood, aiming to minimize waste as much as possible. The chair will be delivered in a flat stack and will be easily assembled on-site. Our goal is to donate all proceeds from chair sales to a non-profit organization that helps people in need.

Reducing construction waste

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Reducing construction waste is the name of the game at our Hilltop job site.  Did you know construction sites generate an estimated 600 million tons of construction and demolition waste in the United States alone? This box at the site was built to collect all wood that is able to be recycled at Tilz.  Happy Earth Day 2023!

Hilltop Project April Update

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The interior of the ADU is now ready for cabinets — we used a 4’ high datum line detail in the space as a clever way to “open it up”.  Framing for the penthouse is complete so we’ll be scheduling the “topping out” party!

Learn more about this project on our website here.

Photos by David W. Cohen Photography

 

Framing, rails, happy floors and more…

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The majority of the framing on the main house at Hilltop is now complete with roof framing currently underway. We are excited about the recycled steel mesh being used to create the rail system. Anticipating a late spring completion, the ADU is now plastered, painted and being tiled with sustainable tile products from Happy Floors.

Learn more about this project on our website here.

Photos by David W. Cohen Photography

 

Cantilever Raised at Hilltop

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The giant cantilever is now up at our Hilltop project.  This will allow the master bedroom to look over the beautiful rain gardens and down the original World War 2 runway!  We’ve enjoyed working with Monkey Wrench Fabrications for the metal work on this project and are grateful for their creativity.  Next up is the second floor framing.

Learn more about this project on our website here.

Photos by David W. Cohen Photography

We’ve Moved!

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As we gear up for another fantastic year of design and construction with renewed purpose and possibilities, we here at 2atara are excited to announce our recent office move! We can now be found in the Day Road business park at 7865 Day Rd Unit 109 on Bainbridge Island. The new larger space will give us closer proximity to many of our subs, allow for easier access and parking, provide offices for all our staff (including our valued site superintendents and project managers), and gives us ample room for material prep/storage/staging and displays for client projects. Fun pictures of the new space will be coming soon.
We are profoundly grateful for all of you, our clients and trade partners, and we look forward to this exciting year to come!

Shipping container delivery at Hilltop

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The shipping container that will become the prominent ADU of the Hilltop house arrived recently.  A fun, albeit challenging, addition to the project.

Photos by David W. Cohen Photography

Manzanita Kitchen Remodel

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Working with a classic mid century modern structure we created a kitchen that integrates well with the existing living room. The installation of a very long and low window allows for different view experiences and makes the room feel much bigger and more contemporary. By introducing a very small cantilevered addition in the kitchen we saved on cost and created the main design concept — a kitchen cut into two with the insertion of a dining room table.  Making the kitchen feel larger, the addition also has a customized tilted window to an outdoor eating counter. The monochromatic color palette used also helps make the spaces feel much bigger than they really are.

 

 

Happy Thanksgiving 2022!

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Wishing you all a very happy thanksgiving! We are grateful for each of you – our clients, trade partners, community & friends.

From the entire team here at 2atara.