Ballard Art Studio

While working in collaboration with HD Seattle, I helped turn an unused garage into a bright, functional art studio. It now has room to create, store supplies and take a break, all just steps from the main house.The client needed a dedicated space for their art practice. The garage had good bones, but it was dark, unfinished and built for cars, not creativity. They wanted a studio that felt connected to the home's character.

Location

Ballard

Duration

9 months

Role

Lead Carpenter/Site Supervisor

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After

Process

Features

Reframed walls
Insulated Floors
Modified roof trusses
Loft with a custom-built frame for a hanging storage net
Custom staircase to reach the loft
Kitchenette for cleanup and coffee breaks
Custom cabinetry with wood finishes
Herringbone floor installation

Working with Hugh on our garage-to-guest-house conversion was a genuinely positive experience. I would highly recommend working with Hugh to anyone hoping to create beautiful, functional, and well-made spaces in their home.

In addition, Hugh was easy to communicate with, respectful of our space, and pleasant to have around. He brought a sharp eye for detail and technical knowledge to the project.

— Rose H.

This thoughtfulness and precision were major assets in our "quirky" space. Hugh was able to foresee potential complications early and offer solutions that kept the work on track, resulting in a higher quality final product.

I also appreciated Hugh's openness to collaboration. His experience allowed him to bring my vision to life while keeping practical and budget constraints in mind.

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