Originally designed by Barry Downs and now artfully reconsidered by the owners and Burgers Architecture, the home invites both deep observation and active engagement with its setting. The design balances the raw beauty of the West Coast with the warmth and vitality of contemporary family life.

Madrona House is quiet and respectful. Its character is drawn directly from the landscape, mirroring the calm of the forest and the solidity of the coast. It offers something increasingly rare: a home that feels deeply rooted, intrinsically valuable, and serenely assured.

Inside, the home unfolds as a respectful yet dynamic dialogue between two generations of West Coast modernism. The original 1960s geometry—defined by generous double-height volumes—has been preserved, while Burgers Architecture has reinterpreted the spaces for the rhythms of modern family life.

The 2020 renovation is a study in restraint. Rather than erasing the past, the owners reached out directly to Barry Downs to ensure a process of careful renewal. The result is a refined West Coast modern sensibility that retains the soul of 1967 while operating with contemporary ease. Crisp walls lend a gallery-like clarity that allows artwork to breathe, while the original cedar-clad feature wall grounds the living room in warmth and material honesty.