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13347 12th Avenue Northeast
Seattle, WA 98125 · Home
A 1957 mid-century modern jewel, this Robert E Cooper home is a PNW design triumph. Set on an expansive forested lot, this thoughtfully landscaped retreat is a gorgeous in-city escape, both removed from, yet connected to the best of the city. Designed for effortless single-level living, its low-slung profile, distinctive rooflines, vaulted tongue-and-groove ceilings, original stonework and expansive walls of glass embody classic mid-century modernism. Clerestory windows and skylights frame the interiors with natural light. The grounds are designed to connect indoor and outdoor rooms, with Japanese maples, rhododendrons, ferns, stone walls and guided paths. A reflecting pond and sculptural, cantilevered bridge, greenhouse and integrated landscape lighting create a serene oasis alongside Cascade Mountain sunrises. A detached modern studio with vaulted ceiling, clerestory windows, kitchenette, bath and garden access offers a beautifully designed retreat for guests, work or creative space. …








