Kirkland Custom Home Project

This downtown Kirkland custom home started before a single wall went up. The existing home on the lot was demolished, and we worked with the client to short-plat the parcel into two. We built the new custom home on one and purchased the other to help finance the build itself. It’s a clear example of how the right partner can do more than build a house. We can help shape the land strategy that makes the project possible.

The home itself was designed entirely around how the clients wanted to live. A main-floor primary suite gives them the option of single-story living without giving up space, and a second-story ADU was integrated into the design with private access. A separate space that doesn’t compromise the main residence.

A large covered outdoor space rounds out the design, giving the family year-round access to outdoor living regardless of Kirkland’s weather.

Highlights:

  • Downtown Kirkland custom home, ground-up build on a short-platted parcel
  • The land short-plat strategy that helped finance the project
  • Main-floor primary suite for single-level living
  • Second-story ADU with private access
  • Large covered outdoor living space

Kirkland Project Spotlight: Downtown Custom Home and ADU

Featured Project by Tennyson Homes

A modern white house with a large covered back porch featuring wooden accents and black railing, overlooking a green lawn with scattered autumn leaves and a garden bed along the edge.
A modern white house with a large covered patio and wooden railings, surrounded by a green lawn and autumn leaves. Trees with orange foliage are in the foreground, and a wooden fence lines the yard.
A modern white house with a covered wooden patio in a fenced backyard. Green grass, flower beds, and autumn leaves are scattered on the ground. The sky is overcast and trees with orange leaves frame the scene.
A cozy living room with neutral furniture, a large area rug, a fireplace with a mantel, plants, a TV, and sliding glass doors opening to a covered patio with outdoor seating and greenery visible outside.
Modern living room with gray armchairs, a rug, coffee table, fireplace with a wooden mantel, TV, and large glass doors leading to a covered patio with outdoor seating and greenery visible outside.
A cozy living room with a black coffee table, pink chair, TV, fireplace with a wood mantel, plants, and decor items. Neutral tones and natural wood create a warm, inviting atmosphere.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, TV, pink chair, wooden furniture, and a black coffee table topped with a tray, plant, candle, and pottery. A patterned rug covers the floor and decor accents the mantle and walls.
A spacious covered patio with a wooden deck, wicker sofas, armchairs, a heater, and a lantern-style ceiling light. The area overlooks a garden and neighboring house, with trees visible in the background.
A spacious covered patio with wooden flooring, wicker furniture with beige cushions, skylights in the wooden ceiling, and a view of trees and houses outside.
A covered outdoor patio with wooden flooring and ceiling, featuring wicker sofas with beige cushions, a black-framed glass door, and a view of trees and houses in the background.
A hallway with light wood floors, white walls, and a dark paneled door leads to a room with a wooden console table, a potted plant, and four framed botanical prints on the wall.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, patterned rug, gray walls, armchair, and double glass doors leading to a patio. A window lets in natural light and trees are visible outside.
A modern bedroom with a large bed, white bedding, a patterned rug, an armchair, and floor lamp. French doors with gray curtains and a wide window let in natural light. The walls are light gray and the floor is light wood.
Modern bedroom with a large bed, armchair, floor lamp, and rug. French doors with dark curtains open to a balcony. A large window lets in natural light. Black pendant light hangs from the ceiling.
Modern bathroom with black cabinets, white countertops, two mirrors above dual sinks, black fixtures, gray towels, and a potted plant centered between the sinks. White subway tiles and hexagonal floor tiles complete the look.
Modern bathroom with white hexagonal tile floor, black accents, double sink vanity with black cabinets, two mirrors, glass shower, and a toilet in a separate nook. White walls and black doors complete the clean design.
Modern bathroom with white hexagon tile floor, black vanity cabinets, double sinks with mirrors, white subway tile walls, and a window above the toilet. Black accents and natural light give the space a clean, contemporary look.
Modern bathroom with white subway tile walls, black vanity with double sinks, hexagonal floor tiles, two mirrors with lights above, a window, and a partial wall separating the toilet area.
Modern bathroom with white walls and black trim, featuring a towel hanging on a black hook, a window with black grid frame, hexagon tile flooring, and a walk-in closet with shelves and drawers in the background.
Modern bathroom with white subway tile walls, a glass-enclosed shower with hexagonal floor tiles, a black-framed mirror, a black vanity with white countertop, wall-mounted faucets, and a gray towel hanging by the sink.
Modern bathroom with white subway tile walls, hexagonal white tile floor, a glass shower, black vanity with double sinks, rectangular mirrors, a potted plant, and towels hanging on hooks.
Modern bathroom with white subway tile walls, black vanity, hexagonal white floor tiles with black accents, glass shower enclosure, wall-mounted mirror, towels, and potted plants for decoration.
A bright, modern bedroom with a large bed, gray walls, wood floors, a black pendant light, a patterned rug, and a gray armchair with ottoman near glass doors and tall windows.
A bright bedroom with a large black bed, beige walls, a patterned rug, a black pendant light, two bedside tables with lamps, a gray armchair, and floor-to-ceiling windows opening to a deck.
A cozy living room with a white sofa, patterned pillows, a wooden rocking chair, a beige rug, a bookshelf with plants and books, a lamp, and two windows with blinds letting in natural light.
A bright hallway with light wood floors, featuring two black paneled doors on the left and leading to a bedroom with a large bed and windows letting in natural light.
A modern entryway with light gray walls, a black door with frosted glass, a wooden bench with cubbies holding wicker baskets, and a gray rug on a light wood floor.
A laundry room with white cabinets, a sink, black faucet, detergent, paper towels, a black trash bin, laundry basket, and hexagonal white tile floor. The washer is partially visible on the left.
A bathroom with light wood floors, a white toilet, pedestal sink, black fixtures, a small vase with tulips, striped towel, black trash bin, woven basket, and a framed cat illustration on the wall.
A small bathroom with gray vertical paneling, a white toilet, a white sink, a black oval mirror, a striped towel, a vase of white tulips, and a framed cat artwork on the wall above the toilet.
A small bathroom with gray beadboard walls, a white toilet, a white sink, and a framed cat illustration above the toilet. A wicker basket, toilet paper holder, and a striped hand towel are also visible.
A modern bathroom with white hexagonal tile flooring, a black vanity with a white countertop, a rectangular sink, black fixtures, a bathtub with white subway tiles, a glass shelf, and striped shower curtain.
A modern bathroom with white subway tile walls, a black shower fixture, striped shower curtain, black-framed mirror, white countertop with black faucet, hexagonal floor tiles, and a small plant on a shelf.
Modern bathroom with white subway tile shower, black fixtures, striped shower curtain, white hexagon floor tiles, dark vanity, white countertop, towel rack with gray towels, and a small plant on a shelf.
A neatly made bed with floral bedding, two bedside tables with lamps, a soft pink throw blanket, and a patterned rug in a bright bedroom with light-colored walls and two windows.
A bright, modern kitchen with light wood floors, white cabinets, a large window above the sink, open shelves with plants and decor, and a wall clock. There is a potted plant on a white stool by the window.
A modern dining room with a long wooden table, eight white chairs, a large glass vase with greenery, two woven pendant lights, plants, and a shiplap accent wall with a window.
Bright dining room with a wooden table, eight white chairs, a clear vase with green branches, two woven pendant lights, large windows, and light wood floors. The space feels modern and inviting.
A wooden console table against a white shiplap wall holds a round mirror, lamp, clock, glass jar with green apples, painting, and scattered decor; a basket and storage box sit on the lower shelf.
A modern kitchen features a stainless steel gas stove with six burners, a red kettle, wooden cutting boards, utensils in a white holder, a pepper grinder, and a toaster on a dark countertop against a white brick backsplash.
Bright, modern kitchen with a large black island, white countertop, pendant lights, wood floors, and windows letting in natural light. Dining area with a table, chairs, and plants in the background.
Modern open-concept kitchen and living space with a large black island, white countertops, pendant lights, dining area, and sliding glass doors leading to a patio. Light wood floors and neutral decor create a bright, airy feel.
A modern entryway with light wood floors, black doors, a metal and wood bookshelf with plants and decor, a console table with a mirror, and a patterned rug under a geometric light fixture.
A bright entryway with light wood floors, a black front door, a rug, and shelves on the left holding books, plants, and decor. A table with a lamp and more plants is against the far wall.
Modern kitchen with a large island, four tan barstools, black pendant lights, stainless steel appliances, open shelving with decor, and light wood flooring. The island has a plant and bowls on top and basket storage on the side.
Modern kitchen with a large black island, white countertop, four tan barstools, open shelving with decor, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, wood flooring, and pendant lights hanging above the island.
Modern open-concept living and dining area with wood floors, a gray sectional sofa, armchair, rug, and a wooden dining table with white chairs. Large windows and sliding glass doors offer views of trees outside.
Spacious, modern open-plan dining and living room with light wood floors, large windows, a long dining table with white chairs, cozy seating, and glass doors leading to a patio with greenery outside.
Modern kitchen with a large island, four brown stools, hanging pendant lights, stainless steel appliances, open shelves with plants, and a large window letting in natural light. Light wood flooring throughout.
Modern kitchen with a large island, four brown barstools, pendant lights, stainless steel appliances, white cabinets, and a window overlooking a green backyard. Decor includes plants and a red wall clock.
Modern kitchen with a large island featuring brown stools, black base, and a white countertop. Stainless steel appliances, pendant lights, and large windows provide a bright, inviting atmosphere.
A narrow outdoor walkway with concrete stepping stones runs alongside a white building labeled 785B. A wooden fence borders the right side, and a planter with red flowers sits at the end of the path by a small wooden gate.
A bright, modern hallway with black metal and wood railing overlooking a stairway leading to a white front door; adjacent rooms with wood floors and large windows are visible.
Modern entryway with black floors, white shiplap walls, a wooden handrail with black spindles, a patterned rug, small black cabinet, and a shoe rack; view extends into a bright living area.
A clean, modern stairway with a wooden handrail and black metal balusters leads down from a landing near a white door, with light-colored walls and a dark textured floor.
A modern entryway with black flooring, white walls, a wooden stair railing, a small patterned rug, a white shoe rack, and a view into a bright living area with large windows in the background.
A wooden bathroom vanity with a white countertop, soap dispensers, and toiletries sits below a large mirror. A towel hangs on the wall. The room has white walls and a gray tiled floor.
A home office with a desk, two monitors, an office chair, and shelves. A large TV in its box and a framed picture lean against the wall. Dumbbells and storage bins are also visible in the room.
A home office with a desk holding computers, a laptop, monitors, and office supplies. A black chair is at the desk. The room has shelves, storage bins, wall art, and a ceiling light. The space appears organized yet busy.
Modern living and dining area with wood flooring, gray sofas, TV on the wall, a dining table with four gray chairs, large windows, and contemporary decor. Natural light fills the room.
A modern living and dining area with wood floors, a dining table with four chairs, two light gray sofas, a TV on the wall, large windows, and indoor plants. The room is bright and neatly organized.
Modern open-plan living and dining area with wooden floors, two beige sofas, a dining table with four chairs, large windows, wall-mounted TV, and white double doors.
A bathroom with a wooden vanity, white countertop, large mirror, and modern light fixture. Toiletries, soap, and toothbrushes are on the counter. A gray towel hangs on the wall, and a roll of toilet paper is on the lower shelf.
A modern bathroom with a wooden vanity, white countertop, large mirror, and toiletries. In the background, there is a glass-enclosed shower with white subway tiles and two rugs on the gray tiled floor.
Modern bathroom with gray tile floor, glass-enclosed shower, white vanity countertop, wooden cabinet, large mirror, gray towel on a hook, and toiletries on the sink. Neutral colors and clean, minimal design.
A hallway with dark wood floors, white walls, and white doors. An open door on the left reveals a bathroom, while another open door leads to a kitchen area visible in the background. A mirror stands on the left.
A modern bedroom with a double bed, blue blanket, two pillows, a floor lamp, a gray chair in the corner, and two large windows letting in natural light. The floor is dark wood, and there is minimalistic decor on the walls.
A laundry room with a stacked washer and dryer, shelving with cubbies, baskets, folded clothes, and cleaning supplies, and a window letting in natural light.
A compact laundry area with a stacked white washer and dryer next to a shelf holding a laundry basket, black bag, and cleaning supplies against neutral-colored walls and tile flooring.
A modern bedroom with a dark blue bed, two nightstands, and a round rug on wooden flooring. The room has a window with a view outside, a black armchair with a floor lamp, and a bookshelf on the right.
Modern living room with light wood floors, gray sectional sofa, armchair, wall-mounted TV above a fireplace, built-in shelving, and large glass doors leading to a backyard patio. Basket with blankets sits next to the chair.