West Coast Woods/Legacy House Case Study

Preservation in Action Award Recipient

Bruce & Eileen Drake - owners
Karen Richmond, Neil Kelly – designer & general contractor
Kathia Emery – interior design

The Legacy House was built as a model home in 1928, demonstrating state-of-the-art building and artistic methods of the period. It won the West Coast Woods Architectural competition for its design and use of fir, cedar, hemlock, and spruce throughout the house.

Heavily “remuddled” over the years – and with a truly ugly 1970’s kitchen – the owners embarked on a top-to-bottom rehabilitation, returning the home to its original glory, while incorporating sustainable, energy-efficient products. The original porch was restored. Coats of paint were removed from the woodwork and returned to their original finishes. The 1970’s kitchen was replaced with a period-appropriate design, utilizing environmentally sustainable and salvaged materials. And throughout the house, the décor was based on 1928 patterns.

Since its completion, the Legacy House has been featured in several publications and home tours. It is outstanding in its comprehensiveness, authenticity, and sustainability.

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