ARCHITECT REDESIGNS - Seattle's Narrowest Home

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⏱️ Timestamps:
0:33 Montlake Spite House
1:18 The 3D Model
3:50 Patio
4:59 Kitchen
5:57 Living Area
7:30 Sleeping Nook
8:21 Entryway & Master Bedroom
10:12 Office/Guest Bedroom
Disclaimer:
This is not design advice, nor can I give you design advice. Everything in this video is conceptual and is for entertainment purposes only and not for the purpose of providing design advice. Nothing in this video should be construed to form an architect client relationship. You should contact your own architect to obtain advice regarding any particular project. When hacking furniture, you do so at your own risk.

[@DanielTitchener]

Could you see yourself living here?

[@perfanta4214]

Pleaaaase use metric again! Cool video anyways.

[@marshlong]

Absolutely!

[@ladyeowyn42]

Sure, great neighborhood, good schools.

[@trinitron_1453]

only after implementing your changes... but I would convert that foundation bottom room into a closet / storage room, perhaps with a commercial style laundry conveyor system where the bed is

[@robthewaywardwoodworker9956]

Adding that walk out patio to the lower level was brilliant. You really did turn this doorstop into a wonderfully functioning and appealing home. Well done.

[@yippeehaha24-y1y]

Wow! The people who (or will) own this home need to hire you as their architect.

[@tarunifalconer]

Impressive, Daniel.Thoughtful changes proposed.

[@louievincentcornel843]

I couldn't be happier when I saw that there's another episode of Architect Redesigns. Not only were you able to fix everything that's awkward in this building, you also made every single inch of the space usable and functional. Kudos to you Daniel. Looking forward to seeing more of your redesigns. Yup, we'll be patiently waiting because I know it will all be worth it 👌

[@puppet022]

This video is incredible. The design is spot on and the renderings couldn't be better! Well done!

[@mookitty101]

I love what you did here. Please make 'revenge home renovation' a series

[@Quartz_Composer]

I drive by this home in Seattle almost every day and I can't say I've ever noticed it! Brilliant space planning and furniture layout. Your redesign would honestly be a dream home for me in Seattle- larger than most apartment's but without all the wasteful extras of most American single family homes.

[@acatnamedm4529]

I love the redesign, especially the kitchen move

[@derrickmickle5491]

I live in Seattle and see this house everyday on my morning run. This is an amazing and inspiring reimagination of this building. Excellent job!

[@danieltobias9742]

I've had this particular home on my mind for a while. I LOVE your vision. Please do more redesigns like this!

[@lindsayorosco1681]

This is so impressive. Your talent and ability to visualize a space is unparalleled. I love this redesign series so much, please keep them coming!

[@derek400004]

I don't usually yell when watching KZbin but DAMN this is some incredible architectural magic. Glad I'm a subscriber.

[@Leocalamb2]

I remember seeing this home for the first time on Kirsten Dirksen's youtube channel. You did a stellar job with it Daniel.

[@smokeythebirdbrain]

Great video idea, I would watch these hypothetical redesign videos all day!

[@adriaba790]

Me too, it's like eating chips, you cannot stop!!😂

[@unatierney230]

I love your redesign of this house, it really opens it up and makes it much more practical and aesthetically pleasing.

[@Kimberly_jk]

The story of this home is hilarious! I love seeing this redesign! so practical and lovely

[@hayeslundry]

Hmmmmm the only thing that worries me (as someone from Seattle) is that the down stairs area could flood with water with out proper drainage. I feel like knowing the Seattle area I would make different choices in layout.

[@BulletproofEggs28]

I actually watched a bit of the "original" video introducing this house... after skipping the entire talk about the neighbourhood and not the house for which I came for, I was super disappointed with what I saw. I was so unintrigued by the design for such a small space that I actually stopped watching after just the kitchen xD Watching your video was so satisfying. It felt like I've stepped on a bad-design-nail and you finally removed it for me and now the wound can heal xD

[@yamabo]

Great design! I'd definitely live there. Well thought out, makes the most use of spaces and the entertaining opportunities in the downstairs area would make me want to be more social.

[@olivier2553]

It needs a small toilets under the stairs at lower level.

[@irmavasquez8164]

Love the new layout, very clever and looks amazing and very practical for such small property. It becomes a very lively and lovable home for a family.

[@HunnyBee-w7r]

I go by this house all the time! This is brilliant.

[@mubareks.7245]

Amazing, may I know what program you used to create the realistic rendering?

[@pita1963]

This house is coded as NR3, which required a garage or some kind of dedicated parking spot. Welcome to Seattle.

[@gregpendrey6711]

Wow. The downstairs is super nice living during the rush hour and in summer. Sleeping upstairs after things cool down and traffic quiets itself is perfect. I would be more likely to be in the upper garden during the golden hour and on weekends with the main entrance open.

[@theresabu3000]

Hmm yeah if there's a heatwave it might be nice. But day to day 🤔? I personally don't like that kitchen and lounge are below, with limited lighting, but also no view outside. Even though in his animation the room is decently sized, that leads to claustrophobia. And was there a laundry upstairs now? Kinda suspect, because the main bedroom also doesn't really have much storage (at least not for two people). He build a window seat near the only window with a view - but I wish it had become a study with a sofa instead. Making the driveway into a garden/terrace might be nice - but now where do you park your car?

[@kimioapps3536]

Loved your approach to this! Reconfiguring small spaces is so under-appreciated yet so important. Kudos!

[@gm3cline]

Awesome! Great use of space. Thank-you

[@CzarOfTorture]

Lots of good thoughts here, but we've lost a second bathroom AND laundry. Is there anywhere we can put a powder room with a stackable washer/dryer?

[@siets7303]

The laundry (washing machine or washer-dryer) was moved to the kitchen-area. Behind one of the cupboards.

[@adriaba790]

Maybe under the stairs?

[@leadupont8588]

That is a gorgeous redesign! Well done!

[@LilMissTeal]

Wow! Seeing your perspective and changes to this “spite” home is amazing!

[@RottenlyMoodyChild]

Love this idea and the execution. Was really interesting. The outdoor patio area and extension of the indoors outdoors is the best move. Makes the entire property and home more functional. Only change I would make is a built in run of banquette seating along the entire (or at least most of) the wall opposite the kitchen. So from the stair, TV, storage, etc unit all the way to the glazing to the patio (or something like that). Adds more storage and allows more space with the dining room table being able to move closer to the wall. More of these, please 💚

[@anaalves3658]

That is a very good point 😊 . But some people don't like banquets, it's not the easiest to get in and out of, but a really good idea 😊

[@jadedxserpent]

What a smart and comfortable redesign! So cool to see what the potential could be in a difficult odd shaped house.

[@JD5014]

i love your redesign videos! so enjoyable and you can always learn something too!

[@marshlong]

Fantastic design and also fantastic renders, love these videos Daniel!

[@BettinaSchnerr]

I recently saw a video introducing the current interior and I was like - well, ok, that's how this narrow house works. Turns out: It could work so much better :-) Thanks for putting your ideas and creativity on this!

[@ModernRemade]

Wow! Impressive re-visioning of this home 👏🏻 and shout out to denarchvisuals, those renders were incredible 🥹

[@danparsons1423]

Stunning as always.

[@tedev]

the 3d renderings are amazing. Nice job with the designing of this space as well

[@yagoupyaacob8413]

Hey Daniel, it's amazing to see how you can redesign a space and transform it completely. I was wondering what do I have to do for you to help me redesign my office room. I have a big challenge here and I lack ideas since I have been here in this space for quite a while and can't see it differently anymore.

[@linda7538]

finally a new redesign! love these

[@n3urux]

nice work, what is your render software?

[@SpiceyLowell]

I imagine this type of video takes a lot to make but I love it! I think I've watched every tiny related youtube ever so have been hoping for more reinvention of existing floorplan videos.

[@Graype07]

Waoh! Awesome work loved this

[@rowaystarco]

Great redesign, I pretty much had very similar thoughts when I first saw this video. I would love to live in this redesigned home. And honestly, it could probably fit another small bathroom if the master bedroom was made a bit smaller.

[@ohmartinbronson]

This may be your best work yet!

[@Benrik14]

This is phenomenal. Great work!

[@ahmadshawky2212]

Brilliant, you made it not only livable, but also pleasant and practical with the office idea. Well done !! If it was my home, I would have asked you to add one more bathroom :-)

[@WandafulWrldWide]

Amazingly designed!!!❤

[@kiwigirljacks]

Awesome redesign! If I was living there the only change I might want is more kitchen working space. So maybe a breakfast bar or kitchen island that could have seating on one side instead of the table… just because I like to cook and need more counter space. Otherwise, the positioning of everything makes so much more sense than it’s current design ❤

[@ixoraaz]

Smart redesign. Two things - a small bathroom downstairs and sliding doors instead of swinging doors.

[@gigiscrafts1259]

I like watching your redesigns of tiny spaces!! So clever.

[@L0U1SE]

Very nice. Your plan makes it more liveable

[@marisasm]

Love this type of video. ❤You are a genius!

[@Battman17]

All the changes you've made seem great, though I think I would flip the orientation of your proposed staircase, to have the stairs lead staright into the kitchen without needing to pass through the living room/tele area. This would further open up the space in the kitchen/patio area and slightly increase the privacy of the downstairs bedroom space.

[@TopangoSpez]

Wow! This was really cool!

[@johng9562]

Very challenging space ~ and this is a fantastic design for it. Bravo!

[@SF-ru3lp]

Brilliant job, Daniel! Deserves an award! G Ire

[@zellalaing5439]

Is seattle prone to tropical storms? Storms maybe, but I'd have thought the latitude to be in temperate region not tropics?

[@Mishiin]

Defintely not tropical. Don't even get storms all that often. Rain sure but thunderstorms make Seattites act like cavemen discovering fire for the first time.

[@ladyeowyn42]

@@Mishiinthe pool at the y in shoreline, which is indoors, closed when there was lightning outside. Most Seattle thing lol

[@ninajazzy1840]

Magnificent!!!!!!! Congrats!

[@melissamurray7895]

Sickeningly good. 10/10

[@amberklein1560]

NICELY DONE!

[@youyouak]

No galvanized square steel ?

[@DanielTitchener]

don't forget the eco friendly wood veneer

[@rebelliousreptile7336]

Very good video. Im still a little confused on where the laundry appliances would go, maybe under the staircase or in the kitchen? Also, in regard to the staircase, best place to put a powder room for that downstairs space.

[@mydogisbailey]

goooorgeous!! but no bathroom downstairs? or did i miss it

[@sachadebaveye6766]

I could live there no problem. Very cool transformation and work around.

[@hankjohnson2805]

Just WOW. Great ideas, Daniel !!

[@GilliMarieMoody]

Thanks. This was cute. Still looking forward to you designing another small home. Or yurt… or houseboat. Cheers.

[@jinlu4]

WOW just wow 😍

[@marietalinda]

Incredible change

[@TheKnittedRaven]

Brilliant redesign!

[@dohaoth2559]

Amazing work ! what software do you use to render ?

[@CaseyShort-xc1ih]

I’ve recently come across your channel and love your work! I’m current really struggling with a layout design for a small garage space to convert it to a self contained studio. Would love to know your opinion or how you find clients for your videos ❤

[@somemorecoffeeplease]

I'm so happy you're back!

[@tejassharma8569]

The after house just feels much richer in comparison to the before.

[@VerGiel]

Wow, nice work!

[@adriaba790]

Lovely and witty reno, bravo👏🏻👏🏻 Dare I ask for a half bath on the lower level? 🚽😁

[@ProTipsh]

@DanielTitchener what software did you use to render the animation?

[@janesmith7288]

Love it 💜💜!

[@mememe37]

Amazing redesign!

[@NiceTower]

Amazing

[@ninirossau2304]

yes I could live here. but I would keep the original color. during the tour I was decorating for christmas. here the tree and as you come in a nice piece of furniture against the staircase with a christmas landscape. perfect under light from the roof. as you can tell I am not a minimalist!

[@Biankadonk]

All your design choices were so on point with this one, and yes, I would totally live in this place. It's perfect!

[@ziasmailbox]

Are those Enscape rendered walkthroughs?

[@vickyfisher-bz4jj]

I would say so far I’m only on the kitchen and you’re putting in the light. There’s not enough counter surface. I would say when it comes to the kitchen.

[@boringusername792]

I agree with you but it is not quite as essential when there is a table at hand just behind you to temporarily place things or have a helper chop things for you.

[@misssmith7225]

The home became a lot less mobility friendly. Access to a bathroom, kitchen & bedroom on the walk in entry floor will now be gone. For some that may not be an issue of course.

[@danielchretien2057]

Nice idea for a series

[@theSingingMole]

Always look forward to your uploads

[@siets7303]

I like the reconfiguring of the lay-out. Really good use of space. The design is a bit to sterile for me but I understand the appeal for other.

[@KenJezelf]

What programs do you use?

[@SjorsTimmer]

Loved it, only piece of feedback is that you could have added/saved more of the original features. Replace these beautiful wooden garage doors with two black framed panels removed a lot of history from it.

[@ISawABear]

As someone who lives in a tiny home: wait... This is just normal though? 😂

[@bertinibb]

I wish I had the means to hire you to build this house for me. Great work man!

[@jezza6575]

Nice work but changes outside the existing footprint are easier said than done…even if you have spaces without encroaching into the easement, getting permission from the local planning commission are difficult at best.😩

[@martin_skys]

Always great to see other ways of using space inside a home, great job. Will there be more designs that you do for people like you did in the past? I did enjoy those quite a bit

[@9ramthebuffs9]

this is a good idea for a video

[@sacdigitaldesignweb]

So where’s the parking place now?

[@AP12360]

Where do they park their car? There is no driveway available now, and street parking can be challenging in Seattle.

[@boringusername792]

He mentions at the beginning the drive is now on the other side (where the narrow entrance is)

[@DawnDavidson]

No, he moved the parking to the other end of the building. It’s not indoor parking, but it is off-street. You just access it from a different street. That’s what I think I saw, anyway.

[@MATT.04]

3:20 is it really that big of a deal to not have a laundry room on the same floor? For something you'll need to use only a couple of times a week, i think its very much doable. My current laundryroom is shared and downstairs the apartment complex. I always have to take multiple outside stairs to get there, and so far, the amount of times that happened to be in the midst of a terrible hailstorm were very limited. Off course having it on the same level or like inside the house would be ideal, but its really not the end of the world

[@NilZed1]

The house was built in 1925. Well into the age of cars and literal centuries since anyone middle class (and thus neighborhood is that or better) housed animals in the same building as themselves. If she didn’t own a small enough car to fit already she likely wouldn’t have built a garage at all. Originally the lower floor probably had no bedrooms down there. Just garage, laundry and storage.

[@notbill08]

I would have put a narrow powder room in the lower bedroom where the desk is.