1803 Bigelow Avenue NSeattle, WA 98109Price: $2,250,000

Created by an architect as their personal residence, this home was new from the ground up for top-down living. Carefully positioned to capture the light, views, and landscape, this house wasn't simply placed here. It was designed specifically to capitalize on the natural beauty of its location and topography. Contrary to many of the surrounding older houses, this home benefits from its modernity; both in function and engineering. A gracious curved stairwell winds to the top level where you're greeted by a surprise: the unexpected expansiveness of the primary living level. Nearly entirely opened in a recent renovation, the dining room, sunken living room, coffee bar, and two decks wrap around a stunning custom kitchen. The discerning design features a 48” Bertazzoni Professional Series range with double ovens and an induction cooktop, Dekton countertops with waterfall edges, stealthy storage around the range, and floor to ceiling cabinets in the kitchen and butler's pantry. A level down, the meandering bedroom level provides a series of individual spaces, each with its own charms. The primary suite provides a peaceful retreat, with a sauna, ample closet space, a large walk-in shower, and a hot tub spa just off the bedroom. Three additional bedrooms offer flexibility and privacy. Updates provide peace of mind and include fiber cement siding, all windows replaced, new roof, decking, and fencing, new HVAC with AC, and much more.