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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
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!
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!
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.
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!
Dear Dale,
I just ordered an additional copy of your book and would love if you might autograph it before sending it. I greatly enjoyed our correspondence over my home…and sent my copy of your book on to my brother. Then, I couldn’t find it available online to order until I say the ad in today’s “Pacific NW”!!! Fantastic!
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)?
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
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
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
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.
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!
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!
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 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
Dear Dale,
I just ordered an additional copy of your book and would love if you might autograph it before sending it. I greatly enjoyed our correspondence over my home…and sent my copy of your book on to my brother. Then, I couldn’t find it available online to order until I say the ad in today’s “Pacific NW”!!! Fantastic!
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 Dale,
thank’s a lot. Would be great to get the book.
Regards,
Frederik
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
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
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/