This progressive design consists of 2,800 square feet of new construction resting an existing 1938 foundation and first floor original Douglas Fir framing. The goal was to bring modern progressive living standards into an older urban residential neighborhood using cost-effective an economical construction budget. The planning and design responds to the sites relationship with an active interurban commuting trail known as the Burke Gilman Trail, and corner lot condition maximizing views and access to daylight. The architecture consists of a carved wood block split in half by a ges-turalmovement of glass that captures views of the Burke Gilman Trail, Lake Washington, Mount Rainier, Childrens’ Hospital, and University of Washington to the south. The floor plans offer outdoor spaces on every level and invites allow the gardens at the ground to continue up onto upper outdoor areas, capturing views of landscape from the home’s interiors. The planning consists of an open entertaining level on the ground, master suite and two bedrooms on the second floor, and a lounge and studio/office on the third floor all linked by a central custom designed steel stairway and residential elevator. Primary areas are planned incorporating Universal Design Principles and ADA Guidelines to maximize accessibility.