Parametric DADU: The Casita
Christina Chen Christina Chen

Parametric DADU: The Casita

The Casita, a Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU), began in 2019 as part of ongoing research into solutions for Seattle's housing shortage while balancing different clients' needs. Now it’s ready for its closeup as it’s featured in the Seattle Architecture Foundation’s 23rd Annual Model Exhibit - Iterations.

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A Gap in the Housing Cycle
Christina Chen Christina Chen

A Gap in the Housing Cycle

This editorial examines the need for more diverse housing options in the region, specifically rentals for individuals and families wanting to make places like Winthrop or Twisp their permanent homes, but who aren't in a position to buy a residence.

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Tour Base Camp with The Wall Street Journal
Christina Chen Christina Chen

Tour Base Camp with The Wall Street Journal

The Wall Street Journal visits the Central Cascades to explore Base Camp, a unique 7,700 SF home we designed to host family, friends, and retreat attendees, sleeping up to 30 people comfortably.

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Tower Obscura
Christina Chen Christina Chen

Tower Obscura

Our Seattle Design Festival Installation speaks to a growing concern in our digital world: Can you trust what you see?

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Oak Tree Village - Cross-Laminated Timber
Christina Chen Christina Chen

Oak Tree Village - Cross-Laminated Timber

The first CLT community center in Washington is taking shape. The use of CLT for the primary structure allows large open spans for dramatic spaces that reach out into the wooded landscape. It also allows programmatic flexibility in the future.

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Down with the Daily Commute
Christina Chen Christina Chen

Down with the Daily Commute

Johnston Architects explores the live-work development renaissance through three of our recently completed projects.

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