COVID created hardship and loss for many, but for Paul Tyler of Orting it created an opportunity to return home. After more than ten years away living in Salt Lake City working as general counsel for a regional banking network, Tyler began working remotely from home. This venue change meant he could literally work from anywhere. He wanted that anywhere to be in Washington.
He purchased a 3,000 square-foot, single-level house in Orting on the 6th hole of the High Cedars 3 par golf course that overlooked a half-acre pond with a fountain and a gorgeous view of Mount Rainier. He then set out to make this house his “forever home.”
According to Tyler, “The home was built in 1996 and was partially remodeled two times. It was still dated and stuck in the mid-90’s with a formal French chateau design.” With the help of H. Bero Interiors and Eikon Homes, Tyler transformed his home into an open-concept, Tuscan-themed, contemporary environment.
The H. Bero Interiors team started with a large main space that was full of outdated angles and a bulky second fireplace and bar top that completely cut off the flow. Through minimal changes to the structural layout, the team created a kitchen that was worthy of a magazine cover and equipped to host dinner parties fit for a professional chef. Removing a floor to ceiling fireplace allowed for a large kitchen with double islands, a huge pantry, bar, and an incredible wine feature wall.
The rest of the main floor received updates to make it more cohesive with the kitchen finishes. The custom brass hood, unique sputnik light fixtures, and contrasting cabinet finishes came together to create a warm and contemporary environment.
“The house is cleaner and brighter just by changing the paint from butterscotch to ‘Agreeable Grey’ and adding art deco and mid-century modern elements with lighted, glass display cabinets,” said Tyler. The primary bedroom and its en suite bathroom were transformed as well with only the two guest bedrooms and Jack and Jill bathroom left for Tyler to finish on his own.
“I have so many favorite things about my home, but I think my favorite element is walking into the main area and seeing a 50-foot row of windows looking out onto the golf course, the pond and the golfers outside.”
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BY LYNN CASTLE