JMAIL Q4 2021
EXCITING PROJECTS
WALLINGFORD HOME RECEIVES MODERN MAKEOVER
The homeowners of a 1918 single-story craftsman bungalow in Seattle’s Wallingford neighborhood approached JMA for assistance in updating and expanding their home to accommodate a growing family.
“I truly enjoyed working with our clients to transform their home into a bright and open modern space,” said JMA Principal Katerina Prochaska who designed the remodel and worked with interior designers from Tammara Stroud Design as well as the design-build contractor Model Remodel.
The newly remodeled home features a dark blue exterior, white trim, and black window frames to give the house and neighborhood a more modern presence. The existing main floor plan was revised to improve flow between each floor and increase natural light as well as connection to the outdoors.
The home’s narrow basement staircase was widened and moved to the center of the home, creating space for a breakfast nook and expanded main floor bathroom. The staircase, naturally lit with large windows, now connects all three levels including the second story addition which holds three bedrooms.
The formerly dark enclosed 1970’s kitchen was opened up to the dining area with a stunning island. A bay window and glass door leading to an exterior patio were added to create a bright and open layout. The remodel also created new opportunities for the homeowners to display their art collection.
Click here to read more about the transformed home including its new sustainability features.
uNION 93 aCHIEVES fIRE sAFETY mILESTONE
Union 93, the modular apartment complex designed by JMA and under construction in Downtown Meridian, will implement the first firefighter air replenishment system (FARS) in the state of Idaho.
In November Principal Matt Laase attended the development’s groundbreaking ceremony, as well as an event honoring the Firefighter Air Coalition’s donation of a FARS system to the Meridian Fire Department’s training tower.
Construction Update
University District Safeway Redevelopment
Seattle’s U-District Safeway is being replaced with a 7-story apartment complex on top of an expanded Safeway store. The 316,000 SF development, currently under construction, will bring housing and retail within walking distance of the new light rail station. Completion expected by Fall 2022.
Roystone Apartments
Construction continues on the Roystone Apartments, an eight-story mixed use apartment building in Seattle’s rapidly developing Lower Queen Anne neighborhood. Completion expected in 2022.
West Coast Self Storage- Lacey, Washington
West Coast Self Storage is building a new self-storage facility with 2 separate buildings. The 3-story eastern building will include an office and small retail space. The western building will be a single-story structure just for storage. Completion expected in early 2022.
Festivities
Holiday Party
JMA hosted a staff holiday party with snacks, karaoke, and a Legos station at its office in Pioneer Square. A virtual escape room adventure was also held for those who couldn’t attend in-person.
Escape room participants recreated a historical Antarctic Expedition from the 1910s. Cipher codes and geographical puzzles guided each team along the way, and a few actors played characters to help facilitate the adventure.
Thanksgiving Potluck
A thanksgiving potluck lunch was held at the office in November. Bacon mac & cheese, oven roasted brussel sprouts, mashed potatoes, and Brazilian cheese bread were just some of the delicious foods prepared by staff.
JMA OFF THE CLOCK
Hobbies, Adventures & Milestones
When we’re not enhancing the built environment for clients, our team likes to go on all kinds of adventures from outdoor writing retreats to NFL football games and trips to the America’s Music City.
New Employees
Tamara parnell,
Financial Controller
Joined JMA in October 2021
mohmaed abdalla, architectural Visualizer
Joined JMA in October 2021
denise sico,
project manager
Joined JMA in November 2021
(Pictured, center)
SOCIAL MEDIA
Celebrations
Anniversaries
1/2 - Dani - 4 Year
1/19 - Meghan S - 1 Year
2/3 - Joe - 2 Year
2/17 - Casey - 7 Year
3/27 - Dan - 5 Year
Birthdays
Teisha - 1/3
Mahshid - 1/8
Dani - 1/12
Anne - 1/15
Casey - 1/22
Tamara - 1/29
Doan & William - 2/3
Meghan S - 2/13
James - 3/3
Mary - 3/8
Robin - 3/15