The Rainier

A vaulted great room is at the core of the Rainier, a midsize ranch-style home loaded with popular amenities. Its wood and stone exterior gives it a distinctly Northwestern flavor.

A vaulted great room is at the core of the Rainier, a midsize ranch-style home loaded with popular amenities. Its wood and stone exterior gives it a distinctly Northwestern flavor.

This is a bright home. Vaulted ceilings expand the sense of spaciousness in the window-rich great room and kitchen. More light washes in through two perky dormers, one over the entry, the other in the dining room. Sliders in the great room open onto a large, partially covered patio, ideal for outdoor dining.

Plants (as well as people) flourish in the naturally illuminated eating nook, where a plant shelf spans the rear and two banks of cupboards flank a handy built-in desk. The large kitchen has plenty of counter and storage space, including a roomy walk-in pantry and an L-shaped work island with a raised eating bar. Sink and dishwasher are built into the island.

Double doors to the right of the entry swing open into the dining room. Another set to the left access a room that could be furnished as a study, office, living room or even a nursery or guest room.

The vaulted owners' suite features two walkin closets, one quite a bit larger than the other, and a cheerful rounded bay, complete with window seat. Luxuries in the owners' bath include a double vanity, a spa tub with another plant shelf, a large walk-in shower with multiple showerheads and a private toilet.

Utilities, a closet and basement stairs are adjacent to the Rainier's garage and secondary bedrooms. One of the bedrooms has a window seat, and both have direct access to a two-section bathroom.

Associated Designs is the original source for the Rainier 10-303. For more information or to view other designs, go to www.Associated Designs.com or call 800634-0123.