Modern Exterior — Seismic Retrofit, Re-Clad, Windows & Roof This Sammamish home needed a full exterior remodel and modernization for structural peace of mind. Synapse handled 3D design, all permitting for seismic retrofitting, a total strip & re-clad, and new windows, skylights, siding, and roof. …
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Issaquah Plank & Panel Exterior — High-Performance Re-Clad Project summary This Issaquah 1970s home was spacious but drafty, with a tired façade and envelope issues. The owners asked for a contemporary Northwest design and better comfort/efficiency. Synapse delivered a new plank-and-panel exterior, upgraded the …
Read Full ArticleProject summary This Redmond “English chateau” had all the storybook details—stonework, archways, a cupola clock, timber framing—but the stucco cladding was failing. Synapse delivered a modern, low-maintenance solution without losing the home’s classic character. We produced a 3D design, coordinated removal of failing stucco, repaired …
Read Full ArticleOwner’s problem: Improper stucco installation and the stucco is leaking. Since he bought the house, the owner has done ‘band-aid’ fixes, but knows he needs to tear it off and re-clad the house. Also, all the roof drains were run internally and there has been …
Read Full ArticleParker & Trimpe Owner’s problem: Colin Parker and Katie Trimpe contacted us after their recent purchase of a 1970s-era contemporary-styled home. The young couple had received a great deal on the house but knew it needed some upgrades, not least of which was the exterior …
Read Full ArticleStevenson Project Synapse Construction provided custom siding on this beautiful two-story home. Materials used for the installation included integral colored fiber cement panels installed as open joint rain screen and Accoya Shou Sugi Ban Wood siding. Traditional Sugi wood (cryptomeria japonica L.f., also called Japanese …
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