Soulful. [King Residence]

March 31, 2021

There is synergy to beauty. It resonates on multiple emotional and aesthetic levels. It makes your life richer and meaningful…

What does it mean to make a home soulful? In the case of the King residence, it was about creating an environment that enhanced and amplified the art featured in the space. The Kings had a wish - they wanted to see the art no matter where they sat or stood. This was a great opportunity to design for the art rather than to buy art that fits the design.

Jennifer’s parents were both artists. Much of the work is by them or is work that they cherished, and Jennifer grew up with. The large painting in the living room/ dining room was painted shortly after the house was built, so it feels right at home there.

Celebrating 4 Years on Mercer Island

March 31, 2020

Hard to believe that it’s been four years since we opened our Design/Build office and front-end Art Gallery on Mercer Island. Our Grand Opening and ribbon-cutting was an evening to remember, as we were warmly welcomed by the Mayor, members of the MI Chamber of Commerce, curious residents, local press, friends & family. Each year since, we’ve commemorated our hard work and good fortune in style and with immense gratitude for our supportive community, beloved clientele and inspirational artists, consultants and collaborators - so much to celebrate!

Meet Michelle Williams and Catherine McMillan, Artists

September 30, 2019

Q&A with Michelle & Catherine - enjoy!

Why do you do what you do?

Michelle: Because I love it. I find the process of making ceramics calming, endlessly interesting, and unbelievably fun. I also enjoy having the opportunity to make things that people bring into their homes and their lives. We live in a world with fewer and fewer handmade objects, and the connection people develop with the work is quite inspiring to me.

Catherine: I approach each project as an experiment (or series of experiments). I am curious about materials, techniques, chemistry, and of course aesthetic results and viewer response.

How do you work?

Michelle: I usually work in series, honing an idea or a form by making it many, many, many times. I started making narrow bottles with long necks in 2009. It’s still the form I make most frequently. I keep saying once I make the perfect bottle, I’ll move on.

Catherine: Prolifically, efficiently, a bit chaotic.