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Hi
I’m going to buy the book. I grew up in 10436 NE 113th Place, Kirkland, WA, but I couldn’t find it in the inventory. Any idea which house it is in the inventory, or how might I trace this down? Thank you, Dan
Hi Dan,
All of the homes on that block of 113th were Series 300 designs by Paul Kirk. Some had reversed floorplans. Others had slightly pitched, instead of flat roof. Including all the locations of these “Series” designs would have taken more space than I had for the inventory (assuming I could track them all down). There are Series 300 homes in Bellevue, Bremerton, and perhaps elsewhere. I have added some of those addresses to the updated inventory that is a PDF file on the website. Thanks for your interest.
Thank you for writing this book! I haven’t put it down since it arrived. It’s a beautiful edition and very well researched. I love Northwest Modernism and so glad there is finally a book about it. Hope you’ll keep writing more on Northwest Modern and all the great architects!
I just bought the book, received it today, spent the last 2 hours taking it all in, and now I’m buying one as a gift. It’s marvelous! I do not think i’m done buying this as a gift….I hope you can enclose the note with the book.
Dale, thank you – I’m really enjoying your book! I was especially interested in the section on Olympic Manor, because my parents purchased one of Paul Kirk’s homes there brand-new, when they were first married in 1955. That house was the inspiration for two more homes (based on the original floorplan) on Mercer Island – my grandparents built a home in 1957, and my parents built a much larger version in 1962 (the house I grew up in). Sadly, both these homes have since been torn down and replaced by McMansions – but I still have tons of photos. Thank you again!
Although I appreciate it, I am not really interested in architecture. And the book was very informative about the history of the area and architecture itself. I was interested in a specific building that is not mentioned in the book. #4310 Axel Bergman Apartments (it was in the inventory list). My wife and I manage it and I had hoped there might have been some info on it in the book. Most likely not because it doesn’t fit in with houses and office spaces. I was wondering if you had any info on it? Photos, layouts, anything at all. Or somewhere else to direct me to?
I have found tidbits here and there but this would be appreciated.
Hi Adrian, Thanks for your comment and question. The Axel Bergman apartment’s was a remodeling project Kirk took on during the early years of WWII. The architecture field basically dried up because materials were restricted for new construction. The only work was government defense work or approved worker housing…trying to squeeze more units into existing buildings. What I gather is that Kirk was somehow adding units to the existing Bergman building. There was apparently an unfinished first floor that he finished, and a second floor that he revised from 11 to 12 units. As you noted, it was not a particularly notable design, but part of the work architects at the start of their career take on. — Dale
Received my book this am- super quick! Thank you! I immediately looked for two homes
1. 4625 6340 atlas: we looked at the home when it was last for sale and I took a few iPhone images at that time. Poor quality but if they are helpful to your archives please let me know. It’s since been altered substantially.
2. There is a small cottage (derelict) at 2454 wickstrom place sw 1959 that I was always curious if it were a Kirk. I’m not immediately able to find anything referenced that would identify it if it is. I’d love to know if you have the answer. Thanks!
Hi Robert,
Thanks for your order and I’m glad the book arrived in a timely manner. And thanks for the tips and questions on other Kirk homes. The Zenier residence on Atlas Place is an interesting home. One of those modest homes on a steep lot that Kirk could do wonders with. It’s been remodeled since and I’d love to see any photos you have of it in more original condition. The home on Wickstrom is indeed very Kirkian. The images on Google maps show an interesting patterned tile material on the front elevation and I have never seen that material used by Kirk before, so more research would have to be done. BTW, Kirk worked with a builder, Phil Ceis, on both the Ceis and Zenier homes in West Seattle…and maybe others.
Dale
Hello – I was wondering if you had further information on project 5105 Ed Miles, Bainbridge Island? This was my family home and I have so many wonderful memories as well as many construction photos. I can draw the floorplan for memory, but would love to know if you know of any existing archives. A few year’s ago I went by the home and I do not believe the owners maintained the architectural integrity of the home. My family had custom furniture made by local artists as well as lighting and I have some of it in my possession. It was an incredible house. I hope you can reply to my email below. The book is great.
Hi Jane,
The home for Edgar Miles is very interesting, as were almost all of Kirk’s designs at this time. I spent a long time trying to locate the house and the best I could determine is that it had been replaced. What I found in the archives was a home designed for three siblings, Edgar, Alice, and Louise Thompson. The home was right on the beach with a nice retaining wall and steps down to the beach. There were two volumes to the design, three bedrooms in one volume and the living room in the other. The two volumes were separated by a kitchen that doubled as a corridor between the front door and the back door to the beach. Apparently, the back door could be slid open so the kitchen became part of the back patio. Clearly a design for summer living more than permanent residency, but I think one of the siblings did live their full time. I believe the home was exanded at some point.
Dale
I’m really looking forward to the book, I ordered a copy last night. However, I just read that there was an option to have the book signed. Is it possible to change the order at this point to get that option? Thank you!
Oh shoot…I just placed your book in the mail, then saw this note. How about I mail you a signed sticker with my John Hancock on it? Not quite the same. Maybe I should just sign all of the books from now on. Happy Holidays and thanks for your interest in great architecture!
Hi Frederik,
USPS flat rate box would be around $70. Or do you have a preferred shipper? Let me know if this is still of interest. I wonder if a local architecture bookstore would have other options.
thank’s a lot for the informations. Well, $70 is unfortunately a bit over my budget. But a travel half around the world in pandemic times is not for free, of course.
Do you distribute the book by yourself or are there any other possible sources (bookstores in the U.S. and overseas)?
Best regards,
Frederik
Hi Frederik,
I understand the sticker-shock at the cost of shipping. I had asked about bookstores, as it may be that a local bookstore receives regular shipments of books from the US. If they order my book, perhaps it could be included in their next shipment. That might take a while to reach Germany, but it would be a shared shipping cost. Is there a architecture bookstore in your area? Have them reach out to me and I will be happy to facilitate.
Dale
Dear Dale, I just wanted to let you know that I finally received my copy of your book. It takes exactly 3 months to arrive here in Germany. Your proposal of asking my local bookstore to order the book via a U.S. shipper was a great idea. Now I am really happy to hold this gem in my hands and browsing through the pages with all these wonderful houses. All the best from Germany, Frederik
When I say the “featured products” including the book of Paul Hayden Kirk’s work I got excited.
I once owned and lived in one of his homes, sold it and moved only through necessity but have still loved that place. I don’t live far from it now and was horrified after it sold to see remodeling being done on the home. I even stopped to talk to the contractor, reminding him about Kirk. He assured me that the remodel will meld with the original home. It has, I think.
Anyway, how may I purchase a copy of the book you’ve compiled?
Hi Diane,
You can purchase from this website. Simply go to the home page and scroll down to the Buy Now button of your choice. I share your concern with remodeling. I’ve seen some amazing jobs that upgrade and update a residence while still maintaining the original Kirk qualities. I’m seen the other end of the spectrum too…where almost all Kirk qualities are erased.
Dale
Hi Brian, This is a hard-bound book. Need the hard cover to hold all those photos and drawings together. At this size, soft cover is cumbersome to hold. Side note: the designer, printer and I had a lot of discussion on the size of the book. Originally, I had planned a horizontal (Landscape) book, but I found that format is hard to hold on to when reading. Beautiful, but cumbersome. So portrait it is!
Dale
I’ve tried that without success and with different variations of the C=HI=g&8. The link to get to the zoom login works, but it won’t recognize the password. I wonder if anybody has a solution for me.
Sorry you’re having trouble logging in. I just tried cutting and pasting the passcode to the linked site and it did work. Maybe there is case-sensitive issue? Can you try a different browser?
Good advice. The copy/past approach got me in. We really enjoyed the presentation and it was a nice add to you book. We found the progression of his designs fascinating. We own a PHK home which was designed in 1946. There are many elements in his later houses that were the same or similar to our house, it was enjoyable to see that. About 25 years ago we needed to update our home. We were very fortunate to have hired Olsen Sundberg who understood Kirk’s work. We learned through your presentation and book that OS’s added elements were from Kirk’s pallet. That enhanced our love of the house which we have lived in for 35 years. Thank you for capturing the work of this important NW architect. We look to your other profiles in series too. As a footnote, I met Kirk in the 1970’s while working for a commercial contractor. He attended the meeting with another architect. But what struck me was his confidence and ability to solve problems on the fly.
How odd that University Unitarian Church in Wedgwood isn’t listed. Its usually dated 1059. This link can be supplemented by the Wikipedia article. It was recently updated, and every effort was made to maintain the integrity of the building. https://www.uuchurch.org/our-church/our-future-uuc-home/our-building/
Hi Sarajane,
University Unitarian Church is in the Inventory, Job # 5507. On the drawings it was marked #557, but I add the zero to keep everything consistent. The design went through some evolutions, with an early concept that involved accordion style zig-zag walls of plastic.
Regards,
Dale
Hi
I’m going to buy the book. I grew up in 10436 NE 113th Place, Kirkland, WA, but I couldn’t find it in the inventory. Any idea which house it is in the inventory, or how might I trace this down? Thank you, Dan
Hi Dan,
All of the homes on that block of 113th were Series 300 designs by Paul Kirk. Some had reversed floorplans. Others had slightly pitched, instead of flat roof. Including all the locations of these “Series” designs would have taken more space than I had for the inventory (assuming I could track them all down). There are Series 300 homes in Bellevue, Bremerton, and perhaps elsewhere. I have added some of those addresses to the updated inventory that is a PDF file on the website. Thanks for your interest.
Dale
Dale,
Thank you for writing this book! I haven’t put it down since it arrived. It’s a beautiful edition and very well researched. I love Northwest Modernism and so glad there is finally a book about it. Hope you’ll keep writing more on Northwest Modern and all the great architects!
I just bought the book, received it today, spent the last 2 hours taking it all in, and now I’m buying one as a gift. It’s marvelous! I do not think i’m done buying this as a gift….I hope you can enclose the note with the book.
Hi Huda. Happy to add a note to gift copies. Thanks for sharing the book!
Dale, thank you – I’m really enjoying your book! I was especially interested in the section on Olympic Manor, because my parents purchased one of Paul Kirk’s homes there brand-new, when they were first married in 1955. That house was the inspiration for two more homes (based on the original floorplan) on Mercer Island – my grandparents built a home in 1957, and my parents built a much larger version in 1962 (the house I grew up in). Sadly, both these homes have since been torn down and replaced by McMansions – but I still have tons of photos. Thank you again!
Although I appreciate it, I am not really interested in architecture. And the book was very informative about the history of the area and architecture itself. I was interested in a specific building that is not mentioned in the book. #4310 Axel Bergman Apartments (it was in the inventory list). My wife and I manage it and I had hoped there might have been some info on it in the book. Most likely not because it doesn’t fit in with houses and office spaces. I was wondering if you had any info on it? Photos, layouts, anything at all. Or somewhere else to direct me to?
I have found tidbits here and there but this would be appreciated.
Thanks
Hi Adrian, Thanks for your comment and question. The Axel Bergman apartment’s was a remodeling project Kirk took on during the early years of WWII. The architecture field basically dried up because materials were restricted for new construction. The only work was government defense work or approved worker housing…trying to squeeze more units into existing buildings. What I gather is that Kirk was somehow adding units to the existing Bergman building. There was apparently an unfinished first floor that he finished, and a second floor that he revised from 11 to 12 units. As you noted, it was not a particularly notable design, but part of the work architects at the start of their career take on. — Dale
Received my book this am- super quick! Thank you! I immediately looked for two homes
1. 4625 6340 atlas: we looked at the home when it was last for sale and I took a few iPhone images at that time. Poor quality but if they are helpful to your archives please let me know. It’s since been altered substantially.
2. There is a small cottage (derelict) at 2454 wickstrom place sw 1959 that I was always curious if it were a Kirk. I’m not immediately able to find anything referenced that would identify it if it is. I’d love to know if you have the answer. Thanks!
Hi Robert,
Thanks for your order and I’m glad the book arrived in a timely manner. And thanks for the tips and questions on other Kirk homes. The Zenier residence on Atlas Place is an interesting home. One of those modest homes on a steep lot that Kirk could do wonders with. It’s been remodeled since and I’d love to see any photos you have of it in more original condition. The home on Wickstrom is indeed very Kirkian. The images on Google maps show an interesting patterned tile material on the front elevation and I have never seen that material used by Kirk before, so more research would have to be done. BTW, Kirk worked with a builder, Phil Ceis, on both the Ceis and Zenier homes in West Seattle…and maybe others.
Dale
Hello – I was wondering if you had further information on project 5105 Ed Miles, Bainbridge Island? This was my family home and I have so many wonderful memories as well as many construction photos. I can draw the floorplan for memory, but would love to know if you know of any existing archives. A few year’s ago I went by the home and I do not believe the owners maintained the architectural integrity of the home. My family had custom furniture made by local artists as well as lighting and I have some of it in my possession. It was an incredible house. I hope you can reply to my email below. The book is great.
Hi Jane,
The home for Edgar Miles is very interesting, as were almost all of Kirk’s designs at this time. I spent a long time trying to locate the house and the best I could determine is that it had been replaced. What I found in the archives was a home designed for three siblings, Edgar, Alice, and Louise Thompson. The home was right on the beach with a nice retaining wall and steps down to the beach. There were two volumes to the design, three bedrooms in one volume and the living room in the other. The two volumes were separated by a kitchen that doubled as a corridor between the front door and the back door to the beach. Apparently, the back door could be slid open so the kitchen became part of the back patio. Clearly a design for summer living more than permanent residency, but I think one of the siblings did live their full time. I believe the home was exanded at some point.
Dale
Hi Dale,
I’m really looking forward to the book, I ordered a copy last night. However, I just read that there was an option to have the book signed. Is it possible to change the order at this point to get that option? Thank you!
Regards,
Edward
Oh shoot…I just placed your book in the mail, then saw this note. How about I mail you a signed sticker with my John Hancock on it? Not quite the same. Maybe I should just sign all of the books from now on. Happy Holidays and thanks for your interest in great architecture!
Dale
Dear Dale,
I would love to get a copy of your book, is it possible for you to arrange a shipment to Germany? Looking forward hearing from you.
Best Regards,
Frederik
Hi Frederik,
Thanks for your interest. Let me research the cost of sending a book to Germany. I’ll get back to you with a cost.
Regards,
Dale
Hi Dale,
thank’s a lot. Would be great to get the book.
Regards,
Frederik
Hi Frederik,
USPS flat rate box would be around $70. Or do you have a preferred shipper? Let me know if this is still of interest. I wonder if a local architecture bookstore would have other options.
Dale
Hi Dale,
thank’s a lot for the informations. Well, $70 is unfortunately a bit over my budget. But a travel half around the world in pandemic times is not for free, of course.
Do you distribute the book by yourself or are there any other possible sources (bookstores in the U.S. and overseas)?
Best regards,
Frederik
Hi Frederik,
I understand the sticker-shock at the cost of shipping. I had asked about bookstores, as it may be that a local bookstore receives regular shipments of books from the US. If they order my book, perhaps it could be included in their next shipment. That might take a while to reach Germany, but it would be a shared shipping cost. Is there a architecture bookstore in your area? Have them reach out to me and I will be happy to facilitate.
Dale
Dear Dale, I just wanted to let you know that I finally received my copy of your book. It takes exactly 3 months to arrive here in Germany. Your proposal of asking my local bookstore to order the book via a U.S. shipper was a great idea. Now I am really happy to hold this gem in my hands and browsing through the pages with all these wonderful houses. All the best from Germany, Frederik
When I say the “featured products” including the book of Paul Hayden Kirk’s work I got excited.
I once owned and lived in one of his homes, sold it and moved only through necessity but have still loved that place. I don’t live far from it now and was horrified after it sold to see remodeling being done on the home. I even stopped to talk to the contractor, reminding him about Kirk. He assured me that the remodel will meld with the original home. It has, I think.
Anyway, how may I purchase a copy of the book you’ve compiled?
Hi Diane,
You can purchase from this website. Simply go to the home page and scroll down to the Buy Now button of your choice. I share your concern with remodeling. I’ve seen some amazing jobs that upgrade and update a residence while still maintaining the original Kirk qualities. I’m seen the other end of the spectrum too…where almost all Kirk qualities are erased.
Dale
Are these copies hard or soft bound?
Thank you.
Hi Brian, This is a hard-bound book. Need the hard cover to hold all those photos and drawings together. At this size, soft cover is cumbersome to hold. Side note: the designer, printer and I had a lot of discussion on the size of the book. Originally, I had planned a horizontal (Landscape) book, but I found that format is hard to hold on to when reading. Beautiful, but cumbersome. So portrait it is!
Dale
Hi Dale
I am not able to watch the recorded presentation. When following the link the zoom page tells me it is the wrong passcode.
Hi Doug,
The presentation was recorded and you can find the link and password on the homepage of PaulHaydenKirk.com. Thanks!
Dale
I’ve tried that without success and with different variations of the C=HI=g&8. The link to get to the zoom login works, but it won’t recognize the password. I wonder if anybody has a solution for me.
Sorry you’re having trouble logging in. I just tried cutting and pasting the passcode to the linked site and it did work. Maybe there is case-sensitive issue? Can you try a different browser?
Good advice. The copy/past approach got me in. We really enjoyed the presentation and it was a nice add to you book. We found the progression of his designs fascinating. We own a PHK home which was designed in 1946. There are many elements in his later houses that were the same or similar to our house, it was enjoyable to see that. About 25 years ago we needed to update our home. We were very fortunate to have hired Olsen Sundberg who understood Kirk’s work. We learned through your presentation and book that OS’s added elements were from Kirk’s pallet. That enhanced our love of the house which we have lived in for 35 years. Thank you for capturing the work of this important NW architect. We look to your other profiles in series too. As a footnote, I met Kirk in the 1970’s while working for a commercial contractor. He attended the meeting with another architect. But what struck me was his confidence and ability to solve problems on the fly.
How odd that University Unitarian Church in Wedgwood isn’t listed. Its usually dated 1059. This link can be supplemented by the Wikipedia article. It was recently updated, and every effort was made to maintain the integrity of the building.
https://www.uuchurch.org/our-church/our-future-uuc-home/our-building/
Hi Sarajane,
University Unitarian Church is in the Inventory, Job # 5507. On the drawings it was marked #557, but I add the zero to keep everything consistent. The design went through some evolutions, with an early concept that involved accordion style zig-zag walls of plastic.
Regards,
Dale