Bellevue, WA March 2023

The Home Issue HOME + DESIGN

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Our experience working with Max Rombakh was very refreshing.

He is current and knowledgeable and extremely professional. He inspires confidence and made it very easy for us to trust his judgment and hand over the sale of our home to him. True to his word, he was engaged, available and responsive throughout the entire process. I have to say Max embodies the spirit of the broker of the future, combining professionalism with heart.”

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

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March 2023 PUBLISHER

Caitlin Agnew | caitlin.agnew@citylifestyle.com EDITOR

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Home. So much contained in that little four letter word. Home is our grounding. Our base. Our launchpad. It’s where we start and end each day.

And while the particulars look different for each of us, the meaning and value it holds for all of us is undeniable.

Author Wendy Wunder said, “The magic thing about home is that it feels good to leave, and it feels even better to come back.” As we thought about home - we wanted to highlight what makes it special to our readers. That of course includes the history and memories, the furniture, décor, and design, but most importantly - the people.

As a longtime Eastside resident, I enjoy featuring people, companies, and organizations that comprise this city and hope the small lens into their lives and work informs people in this community and brings them together.

As you flip through the pages of this issue, we hope you’ll feel encouraged and connected to the people around you - in your city, neighborhood and most all of - your home.

Every month, we hear from readers who keep this magazine for longer than just the month labeled on the cover. They say they hold onto it for months as coffee table art or an accessory in their home. We feel proud to create a resource that is valued in our community and strive every month to deliver the value you expect. Thanks for letting us be a part of your home.

Happy March!

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Eastside Market Review The Eastside real estate market has seen a shift over the past year. The robust market of 2020, 2021, and Q1 2022, fueled by historically low inventory and record activity, began trending downward with greater supply and less demand. Currently, we are moving towards a balanced market and sold prices are holding steady.

There is value to be realized by Sellers and Buyers!

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*Jan - Dec 2022 (Compared to Jan - Dec 2021) Data shown is for single family homes priced $1.5M+ from Trendgraphix. Kirkland includes 98033 only.

We appreciate the opportunity to serve Sellers and Buyers and welcome all into our VDB Estates family.

For more information about the market in your current or desired area, please contact us at 425.882.8821.

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Lifestyle Letter

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City Scene

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Business Monthly

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Must See R EA L ESTAT E

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Our Town R EA L ESTATE

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Inspired By S HO PPI N G

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Open House HO ME + D E SIG N

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Local Limelight HOM E + D E SIG N

Our luxury real estate partners share their forecasts for this year's housing market

24 A Regional Coalition for Housing

We hear from Lindsay Masters, ARCH Executive Director, about the organization's work in our region

28 Something for Everyone

The owner of Bellevue Consignment shares his new store with Bellevue Lifestyle

32 Livable Art

With custom flair and attention detail, a home can become a work of art

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Photography: Life N Light An interior glimpse of a John Buchan Homes new build.

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The VDB Advantage Mark's 32 years of personal experience in Changing Markets Success in today’s real estate market requires a fresh approach.

Mark von der Burg First Founding Broker | Compass Seattle mark@vdbestates.com 206.245.9185 Seattle 425.882.8821 Eastside

Price and presentation have never been more important, as properly priced, well prepared homes continue to outperform the market. For optimum results, selecting a skilled, connected Broker who has expertise in all markets, understands value, and negotiates from a position of strength is key. VDB takes pride in empowering Sellers and Buyers with knowledge, resources, and support to ensure their individual goals are realized.

For market insights in your area, please contact me to review your specific neighborhood and discuss options to maximize your return.

Learn more at vdbestates.com

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1: Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery Holiday Event guests. 2: Holly Zhang Pearl Gallery Holiday Event Models: L.Deloach, J.Zemanek, M.Janish, S.Boldesco, M.Castro. Fashion: Yomisma by Victoria Contreras 3: Representative Jamila Taylor, 30th Legislative District; Maricres Castro, City of Tacoma Commissioner on Immigrant and Refugees Affairs; Holly Zhang 4: Guests including Bellevue City Councilmembers Janice Zahn, Jeremy Barksdale (center), models: Lydia Deloach, Jessica Zemanek 5: Donated items delivered to Mary’s Place, December 24th.

Donors: Gabriel Cosmetics, Asian Pacific Cultural Center 6: Donated items being delivered to Mary’s Place, December 29th. Donor: Oriana Lady’s League 7: Holly’s 5-year-old daughter picked 70+ children’s books with $100 at Goodwill for the shelter’s kids.

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8: Bellevue residents experience the first-ever Bellevue New Year's Pop-Up Night Market. 9: Regional producers like McCormick Jam were able to feature their products to new customers. 10: 19 local vendors showcased their artisan goods for attendees to purchase. 11: The beer/ wine garden featured Dossier, wine by former Seahawk Sidney Rice, proceeds benefitted Eastside Heritage Center. 12: Attendees enjoyed complimentary hot cocoa and cookies, as well as dog treat for four-legged friends. 13: Vendors put their best products in the spotlight, like stunning desserts from Lovely and Dapper. 14: Night Market was a dream project for Ascend Hospitality Group and AHG Cares President/CEO Elaina Morris (right). Photography by Erin James

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Strange Weather exhibition opening at the Bellevue Arts Museum BAM presents Strange Weather: From the Collections of Jordan D. Schnitzer and His Family Foundation, an exhibition featuring contemporary artworks which explore the relationships and boundaries between bodies and the environment.

Co-organized by UC Santa Cruz Institute of the Arts and Sciences director Dr. Rachel Nelson and Professor Jennifer González, Visual Studies, Strange Weather will be on view in our 3rd floor galleries from March 24 through August 20, 2023.

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2023 LU X U RY R E A L E S TAT E TRENDS O U R LUX URY REA L E STATE PARTN E RS S H A RE THEI R FOR E CASTS FOR THIS Y EAR'S HOUSIN G MARK E T

Catherine and McKenna Ferrera

FER R ERA T E A M C ATHER IN E FER R ERA AN D M C K E N N A FER R ERA C O M PA S S

• WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON WHAT THE REAL ESTATE MARKET WILL DO IN 2023?

We think the real estate market has bottomed out or will have a little more to go. January 2023 has shown modest improvements as new buyers are out looking and the rates have stayed a bit more stable.

We think we will have a modest uptick until May and then level off, but if the rates come down and land in the low to mid 5% range it could spark some more movement with both buyers and sellers.

• ANY ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD OFFER A HOME BUYER THIS YEAR? Start speaking with a lender to understand what you can afford and receive an initial pre-approval amount as soon as you can. Also, start looking sooner rather than later and find a qualified realtor to work with who has experience negotiating.

Currently many of our deals have had the seller contributing toward closing costs instead of dropping the price. This credit can help bring down the buyer’s interest rate while keeping the seller’s desired sales price the same, which is a win/win situation for both buyers and sellers.

• ANY ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD OFFER A HOME SELLER IN 2023?

Prep your home correctly! Make sure necessary maintenance is up to date, where you would feel confident if a buyer were to make an offer contingent on an inspection. Besides maintenance, make sure to visually prep your home. This includes a deep clean, possibly painting and getting carpets professionally cleaned or replaced. If painting, think of refreshing the colors to a more neutral color. These efforts go a long way in polishing a home for market. Staging is also very important and making sure to de-personalize your home before listing. You want to be sure that potential buyers walking through the home could imagine themselves living there. We have our Compass Concierge program that we have leveraged to help many of our home sellers properly prep their home.

ARTICLE BY BREE O'BRIEN | PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF FEATURED PARTNERS

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Max Rombakh

• WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON WHAT THE REAL ESTATE MARKET WILL DO IN 2023?

2023 will be an interesting year. Fundamentally, real estate in Bellevue and Kirkland is in good shape: Inventory is very low and there are many buyers in the marketplace - some that truly need to move, and some seeking deep discounts. Sellers aren’t reducing prices and buyers are waiting for price reductions, leading to a stalemate. The real estate market is staying neutral and should remain so through 2023 if rates continue to drop and inventory remains low. The median price of homes has adjusted 20-30% from the peak, which motivates buyers who understand that they can refinance in the future.

Properties checking many boxes for buyers and offering unique characteristics such as views and waterfront, coupled with a great location and layouts, remain in high demand. Sellers with favorable interest rates and no life changes requiring a sale are not putting their homes on the market, putting pressure on inventory.

• ANY ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD OFFER A HOME BUYER THIS YEAR? Understand that prices are down because interest rates are higher than at the peak. Rates won’t stay high forever and if they continue to drop, demand will increase and if inventory remains low multiple offers and price escalations could happen again.

Buyers are in a market that we haven’t seen in several years and unlike during the peak, you don’t have to guess how much over market you have to pay. You are buying a home at market value or below and can refinance the rate later. As long as you’re buying a home that you intend to be in for at least five years and you can afford it, you will be rewarded by appreciation. The Kirkland and Bellevue real estate markets are resilient and can bounce back quickly.

• ANY ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD OFFER A HOME SELLER IN 2023?

MAX ROM BAK H WINDERMERE

Sellers - Yes, you missed the peak, hindsight is 20/20, but your home has appreciated and is worth more than it was two years ago. Be careful with pricing - hire a broker who knows the local market.

Different market dynamics today mean that buyers aren’t willing to compromise easily. Homes with drawbacks will be tougher to sell now. Pricing is key, presentation and local market knowledge is monumental today in handling buyer objections. If the home isn’t priced right, it could send the listing into a spiral chasing the price and days on market.

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TE AM FOSTER TERE FOSTER AN D MOYA SKI L L MAN C O M PA S S

• WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON WHAT THE REAL ESTATE MARKET WILL DO IN 2023?

Tere Foster and Moya Skillman

The 2022 market ended the year with confusion and pause. Buyers were concerned about rising interest rates. Sellers were reluctant to come on the market knowing that buyers had paused in making their purchase decisions. However, one thing is a constant in our area: we never have enough inventory to meet demand. The greater Puget Sound is bordered by water and mountains; there is a shortage of available buildable land. This limits the ability for homebuilders to meet the demands of the market.

We expect to see neighborhoods with continued inventory shortages. Sellers should be encouraged by the buyer activity and have confidence this will be a good year to sell their home. At the same time, buyers are feeling relieved that the frantic pace of the market has cooled, giving them more time to make thoughtful decisions.

One thing we know for sure: real buyers are out there.

At press time we just finished hosting an Open House on Clyde Hill and saw 31 groups through the home!

• ANY ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD OFFER A HOME BUYER THIS YEAR? We see more sellers willing to negotiate. We recommend selecting an experienced Realtor who is well respected amongst their colleagues and will not simply hit “Send” with your offer. An agent with trusted relationships will begin a conversation with the listing agent and engage in savvy negotiation.

• ANY ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD OFFER A HOME SELLER IN 2023?

Presentation and strategic pricing remain the two most important factors for sellers. The home needs staging, cleaning, and fresh paint. When in doubt, paint it out. Many of our buyers seek light palettes & airy spaces. In addition, buyers are looking for homes they can move right into. If they can envision simply moving right in, it will result in a faster sale at a higher price.

Pricing too high out of the gate may cause your property to stall; an experienced Realtor can review the local data and help with a pricing strategy in real time. The days of shooting for the stars with a high price are over. Overpricing can result in longer market time and a lower sales price.

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MAR K VO N DER BU RG AN D ER IN HAR PER V D B C O M PA S S

• WHAT ARE YOUR THOUGHTS ON WHAT THE REAL ESTATE MARKET WILL DO IN 2023?

Seattle’s ranking as one of the top 10 cities nationally, enhanced by natural beauty and active lifestyles, draws an influx of buyers to the area.

Inventory is on the rise but numbers remain historically low overall. In the last few months, pricing has come under negative pressure, causing sold prices to level off or decline from 2020, 2021 and the first quarter of 2022. The 2023 market continues to present valuable opportunities for those looking for long-term ownership, new construction and investment properties.

Mark von der Burg Erin Harper

• ANY ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD OFFER A HOME BUYER THIS YEAR? Properly priced, well-prepared homes continue to outperform the market. That’s why it is important to be prepared to move quickly when finding one you love. Selecting an experienced, connected broker who can educate you on value, help navigate the offer process, and negotiate on your behalf is key for optimum results. While interest rates are currently higher than in recent years, they are in line with rates years prior to the pandemic. It’s a good time for buyers who were unable to compete in a highly competitive market to re-engage.

• ANY ADVICE THAT YOU WOULD OFFER A HOME SELLER IN 2023?

Buyers are still buying… because they are still starting families, getting married, upsizing, downsizing, and relocating for work. As a result, well-prepared, turnkey homes continue to sell in the Bellevue market. With increased inventory, buyers can be more selective, making proper presentation and price imperative for sellers.

Be prepared to offer a perfectly polished, staged product to elevate your home’s presence and engage potential buyers. A skilled professional with attention to detail in the preparations, luxury marketing, and successful negotiation will ensure the best return on your investment, especially as we return to a more balanced market.

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Preparing your home to Sell Homes that have been properly prepped for the market, and correctly priced to the local market are selling. What does a properly prepped home include? How do I price my home to sell quickly and for the price I want? The Ferrera Team is here to help you understand the selling process.

Maintenance and Repairs Being sure to stay up to date with your home's maintenance is important to keep the home in running condition, but also when planning to sell. The top maintenance items to be addressed if needed are the roof, crawl space, HVAC, and septic if applicable.

Having these parts of the home serviced and/or cleaned prior to listing will show buyers that the home has been taken care of.

Touch-ups & Staging Presenting your home in its best light comes next. Besides having the home function properly, the perception the buyers have while viewing the home is very important. A simple way to be sure the home looks fresh is a deep clean. Along with that, painting touch ups and carpet cleaning or replacing, truly give the home a renewed look. Staging allows for a prospective buyer to see themselves living there, and inspire how they might decorate the home.

Pricing & Strategy Lastly, having an intentional pricing and timing strategy is vital to getting your home sold. While timing can be out of your control when you need to sell, how you decide to price can determine how long the house sits on the market. Be sure you and your agent have a thorough discussion on the desired net proceeds from the sale. Your agent should do a deep dive into the local comparables currently on the market, in order to accurately see how your home compares and provide a suggested list price for you to ultimately make the final decision on.

The Ferrera Team Catherine & McKenna Ferrera 206.579.1077 & 425.8911.955 catherine@ferrerateam.com mckenna@ferrerateam.com

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A Regional Coalition for Housing Can you share your bio and tell us about how you became involved with ARCH? I’m originally from the Chicago area and have worked in affordable housing my whole career. I grew up in a racially and economically diverse community, and over time became passionate about undoing the historic legacy of segregation and housing discrimination that shaped most of the Chicago area. After living and working in Seattle at the city’s Office of Housing for a number of years,

I moved my family to the Eastside and felt drawn to make a difference here. The opportunity came up at ARCH, and I jumped at it.

Was there a catalyst that motivated city leaders to come together to address housing as a coalition?

The impetus for ARCH was a Citizen’s Affordable Housing Task Force in Bellevue in the early 1990s. There was a recognition at that time that housing issues did not stop at

WE HEAR FROM LINDSAY MASTERS, ARCH EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR, ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION'S WORK IN OUR REGION

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a city’s border, and we were fortunate to have some forward-thinking leaders put forth the idea that by working together cities might be able to have a greater impact. Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond and King County were the original members of the coalition, but the idea caught on and membership eventually expanded to include 15 cities. That original idea has really proven itself over time and has continued to resonate with city leaders.

Has the housing situation evolved in any way since ARCH began?

A lot has changed since ARCH’s founding, even as the model of cities working together has continued to stand the test of time. Obviously our region has not been able to build enough housing to keep up with the rapid growth in jobs and population, and the impacts have been dramatic—on families, businesses, our basic institutions. It is hard to overstate how far-reaching the impacts have been. At the same time, I think there is now a widespread awareness of how this is affecting everyone, and that is creating a greater drive to take action, as well as an acceptance that all communities should be contributing toward solutions in some way. We have state and local governments actively trying to move the needle; we have major corporations offering to play a role; and the public is increasingly educated and engaged.

This strategy adds to the permanent supply of affordable homes and has yielded a ten to one leverage rate on our investment. We can also make a major difference by helping cities to establish sound housing policies in their land use regulations that create a healthier balance of housing to jobs, and ensure there are affordable units integrated in all the new development that is coming. Finally, we are big believers in creating more affordable homeownership opportunities, which help build wealth and give lower income families a sense of stability and long-term investment in the community.

“Obviously our region has not been able to

What are the policy changes that ARCH is hoping to see in the next year or two? Are they at the city/state/ national level?

There are so many things that need to happen, and the exciting thing is that we have amazing leaders in our region talking about all of them.

On a big picture level, we truly need some big policy moves to happen through federal legislation – the major source of equity for affordable housing development comes from the Low Income Housing Tax Credit program, and there have been efforts for many years to expand this resource. But we also don’t want to sit around and wait when there are things we can do locally that make a difference. Recently we have been focusing as a coalition on how we can create a sustainable and meaningful source of funding for local investments in affordable housing, which would help to draw other resources here and increase our impact.

ARCH has also supported cities in the coalition who are interested in pursuing basic rental

build enough housing to keep up with the rapid

growth in jobs and population, and the impacts

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families, businesses, our basic institutions.”

What are the most high impact ways that ARCH is addressing the lack of low and middle income housing?

Our coalition has had huge success investing local dollars in the development of affordable housing.

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“We have a small but dedicated team that is passionate about helping people.”

regulations – developing model ordinances that would offer longer notice periods before big rent increases to help create more stability in the rental market and ensure people remain housed.

Finally, cities are also on the cusp of taking up what are called Comprehensive Plans, which establish longterm housing and land use policies. I’m excited to see how those plans can move us toward a future that draws on lessons from our past and creates greater access to opportunities for people of diverse incomes.

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Is there anything you’d like local citizens to know about ARCH’s work?

In addition to our work with cities, we also work directly with people looking for affordable housing opportunities. We run one of the larger homeownership programs in the state, and are able to offer rare opportunities for people with low to middle incomes a chance to purchase homes at an accessible price point. We have a small but dedicated team that is passionate about helping people and deeply aware of just how many more people need affordable housing.

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SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE THE OWNER OF BELLEVUE CONSIGNMENT SHARES HIS NEW STORE WITH BELLEVUE LIFESTYLE

Fans of Ballard Consignment will be thrilled to learn that a Bellevue store, also owned by Joey Ghioni, has recently opened. While Bellevue operates separately from the Ballard store, they are extensions of one another. Ghioni shares that his goal in Bellevue is to carry a diverse selection of Eastside-specific offerings, such as larger furniture pieces to fit the larger home size often found on this side of the lake.

The store gets inventory from furniture shows and vendors who have overfilled their storage space, as well as local individual or family consignors. For someone who is interested in consigning, simply email the store with photos of the item and expect a timely response.

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If Bellevue Consignment would like to bring the piece in, it will work with a moving company to transport it and carry it in-store indefinitely. If your consigned item sells, you’ll receive a check in the mail. Ghioni says the process is meant to be easy.

He likes “weird and wild” items to make shopping fun, but always furniture and decor objects that are stylish and in good condition.

Customers can expect “something for everyone price-wise, and one of a kind treasures” at Bellevue Consignment, and people with a creative vision will come in and find that special piece. With complete turnover throughout the store every ten days, there is always new merchandise to peruse. You can preview some of these items on the store’s Instagram page @bellevueconsignment.

Bellevue Consignment opened in early November, and Ghioni mentions that it will be in its current location at 44 Bellevue Way NE for about two years before the building is torn down for development and he looks for another location.

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L I VA B L E A R T Bringing the living space outside for year round enjoyment.

Full height stone fireplace and in-ceiling heat.

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With custom flair and attention to detail, a home can become a work of art.

Set in an enviable spot in Bellevue, this John Buchan Home beauty is sure to impress. Each John Buchan Home is truly custom - never built before 3D art – and this home is no exception. Embracing a transitional modern aesthetic with an emphasis on modern artistry. Not only is this home beautiful, but also is designed specifically to maximize sunlight and privacy while emphasizing functionality, comfort and quality. “We are always listening to our clients to make sure we are delivering what they want. They trust us to help make sound decisions based on timeless selections that also honor today’s trends,” says Mischelle McCall, Chief Brand and Sales Officer for John Buchan Homes.

This home exudes an inviting warmth with its tonal colors, which include warm grays and taupes.

“Everyone loves high contrast; however, the trick is to create high contrast without going cold. For example, there are a million different kinds of gray.

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The primary bath, complete with floor to ceiling polished tile, modern lighting, luxury tub and shower.

Selecting grays with more red tones gives more warmth,” says McCall. The finish carpentry is all custom for this home, and many hours were spent fine tuning and meticulously installing smooth, solid, artisan detail. Throughout the house, a blend of polished and matte finishes come together to perfectly complement each other. In the kitchen, honed counters are married with slick polished accents which add sophistication and class. Local artisans custom produced metals on the staircase and fireplace mantle, adding to the unique and one-of-a-kind details of the house. The exterior design anchors everything together with a unique blend of stone that finishes off the outdoor living area and built-in BBQ. “When mixing materials that anchor a space while allowing it to also feel light and inviting takes careful consideration. Perfecting the balance of each space is what we’ve mastered over six decades, combined with vision and a passion to do it right,” says McCall.

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THE PRIMARY SUITE The primary suite is a true retreat. The vaulted ceilings and shiplap detail make the room feel like a five-star hotel suite.

The primary bath is positioned perfectly between the primary suite and the large walk-in closet. Complete with floor to ceiling polished tile, modern lighting, luxury tub and shower; it truly feels like a functional, glamourous spa. The main great room is dramatic with a soaring two-story ceiling and expertly designed fireplace wall. Extra special attention to detail was given to the trim running from the fireplace to the dining room to create consistency and connect both rooms seamlessly. The dining area is intimate with elegant ambient lighting that sets the mood. With large south-facing windows, it is bright and sun-filled during the day.

The primary suite.

“PERFECTING THE BA L A NCE OF E ACH S PAC E I S W H AT WE’VE MASTERED OV ER SI X DEC A DE S , COMBINED WITH VISION AND A PA S S I O N T O D O I T R I G H T.”

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The main great room, complete with gorgeous fireplace wall and plenty of natural light.

HOM E FACTS + 5,957 sq ft + 5 Bedrooms + 5.5 Baths + Great Room + Dining Room

+ Study + Main Floor Bedroom + Home Theater + Exercise Room + Bonus Room

+ Dual Staircases + Dual Laundry Rooms + Outdoor Living Room & Built-in BBQ + 3 Car Garage

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Redefining the Private Chef Neo Comfort Cuisine • Intimate events & receptions • Customized dietary meal plans • Catered events

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You'll Miss Winter When It's Gone Package

W H OT E L , 1 0 4 5 5 NE 5TH P L , B E L L E V UE Break out the puffer jackets and make the most of your Winter Escape at W Bellevue, featuring a $100 gift card to The Bellevue Collection per night you stay. More details at marriott.com

Use the remote or control your entire home with a smart phone.

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Center Stage Auction and Student Showcase

Smart shades, smart lights, and smart thermostat integrate beautifully with your choice of smart home devices • Amazon® Alexa, Apple® HomeKit™, Google® Assistant, Nest®, Sonos® and more — control your shades, lights, temperature and more from any mobile device by using the Lutron app • Program shades to automatically open and close for security and energy savings • No new wiring required

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RESONANCE AT SOMA TOWERS, 288 106TH AVE NE, BELLEVUE | 7:00 PM Bellevue High School Theater Arts Booster Club is thrilled to announce their next Center Stage Auction and Student Showcase to be held at the SOMA Resonance in Bellevue. It’s an evening filled with student talent, testimonials, a look-back video, fabulous food and drink, and so much more. Tickets $120 per person. bhsdramaboosters.org MAR CH 4 TH

The Colors of Holi Gala

S E AT T L E AS I A N A RT MU S E U M | 7 :0 0 P M Celebrate Holi, India’s Festival of colors and happiness by joining SAM for this event. This lavish and colorful celebration benefits SAM’s South Asian programs with an evening you won’t soon forget: Delicious Indian fare and drinks, beats by DJ Kapil, festive dance performances, intimate tours of SAM’s collection, henna, and much more! seattleartmuseum.org

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The 12th Annual Bellevue Bourbon Bash

DANIEL’S BROILER, 10500 NORTHEAST 8TH STREET FLOOR 21, BELLEVUE | 5:00 PM Over 100 bourbons will be on display and available for sampling with a small collection of Pappy Van Winkle. Local distillers and brand representatives will answer your questions and give the history of the bourbons. Along with your paid admission you will receive a commemorative tasting glass.A selection of heavy appetizers will be served. eventbrite.com M A RC H 5T H

Community Fitness Classes

SPIRIT RIDGE ELEMEN TARY SCH O O L, 16401 S E 24TH ST, BE LLEVU E | 9: 00 AM Get moving, get fit, get to know your neighbors! A variety of exercises to improve your strength, cardio, and mobility. All fitness levels welcome!

First class is free! Sign up at fitspirit ridge@gmail.com. After that $12/ class or $10/class for 5 class package!

Venue: covered Basketball court at Spiritridge Elementary School!

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Taste Washington Grand Tasting

LU M E N FIE LD EVEN T CEN TER | 1: 0 0 PM At the heart of Taste Washington is the Grand Tasting: a celebration of all that Washington has to offer.

Over 200 wineries will showcase their best vintages, alongside more than 50 of the region’s finest restaurants. Guests can also look forward to a chef’s demonstration stage, offering a unique glimpse into the culinary world! tastewashington.org

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St. Patrick's Day Celebration for Kids

KELSEY CREEK FARM, 410 130 PL SE, BELLEVUE | 1:00 PM Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at the farm with the animals! We’ll dress up a farm animal in green decorations, go on a treasure hunt to look for leprechaun gold, and do a craft. Adult/child teams only. Ages: 4-8 Fees: $25 (R) $30 (NR) register. bellevuewa.gov MAR CH 12TH

La Sonnambula (The Sleepwalker) Opera

C R O S S O F C H R I ST LUTHE RA N C H UR C H , 4 1 1 1 5 6T H AV E N E , B E L L E V UE | 5 :0 0 P M An opera in two acts - The Sleepwalker will be performed in Italian with Italian & English supertitles & accompanied by a seven piece chamber ensemble.

The Puget Sound Concert Opera Experience

With custom arrangements for chamber ensemble, performed by the best local talent, our productions are presented at the highest quality in intimate venues. eventbrite.com MAR CH 12TH

2023 St. Patrick's Day Dash

S E AT T L E C E NT E R | 7 :0 0 A M Join us for this Seattle tradition, 39 years running! The St. Patrick’s Day Dash will once again call Seattle Center home. We’ll be back with all the family fun including the traditional 5K distance, leprechaun lap, Post Dash Bash, costume contests, live music and more! Get yourself registered and come celebrate the Irish in all of us! stpatsdash.com MAR CH 17TH

St. Patrick’s Day Celebration for Adults

PA DDY C OYNE ' S , 7 0 0 B E L L E V UE WAY NE S UI T E 1 00, B E L L E V UE | 1 2:0 0 P M Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with us!

With entertainment all day long, you

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will NOT want to miss celebrating St. Patrick’s Day at Paddy Coyne’s Irish Pub in Lincoln Square North (NE 8th St. & Bellevue Way). Street level location, easy access from nearby hotels, shopping and theaters. Parking is validated for the Lincoln Square North parking garage.

stay well.

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Hopscotch on the Market Stage at Crossroads

C RO SSROAD S S HOPPIN G C E NT ER, 1560 0 N E 8TH ST, B E LLEVU E | 7 : 00 PM Hopscotch is a 7-piece jazz band led by singer/songwriter Jeanie Mishler and composer/pianist Charlie Hiestand. Along with superb Seattle players Ronnie Bishop, Danny O'Brien, Nathaniel Paul Schleimer, Ron Barrow, and Brian Kent, they serve up swing, blues, Latin standards and originals with a little tap dancing and comedy thrown in. crossroadsbellevue.com M A RC H 2 5T H - 2 6TH

The Wizard of Oz Ballet

ME YDE NBAU ER THEATRE, B E LLEVU E 11100 N E 6TH ST, B E LLEVU E | 2: 00 PM A one-hour spectacle of pure wonder, based on the classic tale The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by Lyman Frank Baum. This production is a stimulating experience in the magical world of live theatre and dance, recommended for younger audiences, ages 5-12. Featuring talented dancers from the International Ballet Academy, the preparatory school of the International Ballet Theatre. ibtbellevue.org

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JUST FORYU

ARTICLE BY BREE O'BRIEN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY VICTORIA SEUFERT

pre-loved on our consigned items, because our goal for our consignors is to count on us to find new homes for their cherished pieces, knowing that our valued Foryu customers will appreciate them.

Longtime Bellevue staple Foryu Furnishings carries a collection of unique pieces to complement a well designed home. Bellevue Lifestyle connected with Manager and Evaluator Victoria Seufert to learn more about this charming store.

Tell us a little about the history of Foryu.

Foryu was established over 35 years ago as a small consignment shop in the Crossroads location in Bellevue, and after several years moved to its now Landmark location. In the 1980’s the founders of Foryu transferred their ownership, and previous owners and our current private owner have carried and lived by the light of integrity that our founders created.

What kinds of things can customers expect to find at Foryu?

You will find a wide variety of good quality furniture, accessories, lighting, and artwork. We always like to use the term

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What is one of the most unusual or wonderful things that you’ve seen for sale at Foryu?

We offer a little bit of everything when it comes to furniture, accessories, and art. A few memorable items we have sold are: A 1950s steampunk suitcase that was converted into a coffee table, two large circular Restoration Hardware Chandeliers, a green pebbled leather curved Roche Bobois sofa sectional, Salvador Dali framed art, vintage chinoiserie cannister table lamp and many more.

What do you like about being part of the Bellevue community?

Our customers are like family. There is a sense of relaxation and familiarity when they visit our store, it’s like your local neighborhood hangout. It also brings us joy when we hear from customers that coming to our store makes them feel good. The local community are our valued patrons, and we strive to create a long-lasting relationship with all our customers, vendors, and consignors.

What else would you like to share about Foryu?

We are proud to have a great team of staff members who can assist you in every step of the consignment and buying process. Just like our store, our team is also unique and eclectic – we have lots of laughter and stories with our customers and it makes the buying process more enjoyable.

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