Best Practice has completed a much-needed refresh for an aging floating home on Lake Union. The home, a mish mash of several previous floating cabins, had been cobbled together over the years into a residence along the East side of the lake. With views towards downtown and the Space Needle, this prime spot received a complete interior renovation, upgrading structure, floatation, and systems. The lower-level bathroom was relocated to make room for a slightly larger kitchen and interior laundry room (laundry was previously in an exterior storage room). The new kitchen is lively and bright with a mix of white oak and pistachio painted cabinets. It makes use of a lower ceiling area with a water view along the channel and incorporates a built-in breakfast nook and coffee bar. The living room was expanded to include a former office space, creating a cozy area for relaxing and a soaring open space filled with natural light. Storage areas were maximized, including a new interior storage room and reconfiguring an existing exterior storage room to be more functional.
Upstairs, the open primary bedroom was outfitted with a new tile-clad bathroom and steam shower. In a former closet, a wet bar with sink and fridge were included in the design, allowing for easy entertaining on the renovated roof deck. Accessed through a hinged window, the deck offers views of South Lake Union, the sea planes, and the Space Needle beyond.
