Renovating houses designed by famous architects is always exciting and a bit intimidating. This was our second opportunity to work with a classic midcentury Ralph Anderson design. Originally a single story ranch house, the owner asked for a second story and a fitting update. Taking cues for the existing house and the majestic woodland site, we mixed adventurous modern materials - yes, that’s bark siding - with the classic lines and logic of the original Northwest Modern architecture, expanding and revitalizing this house while keeping true to its original character.