Portage Bay House

Overlooking the water in Seattle, the Portage Bay House takes inspiration from the city's maritime heritage. The exterior is clad in zinc and aluminum, a nod to the local industrial marine sheds found in the area. In contrast, the interior hosts a warmer palette created by a combination of cedar and walnut planks, accompanied by accents of flagstone, marble, and steel. While the front of the home is hidden inside its opaque shell, the rear is made of a transparent facade, allowing for views of Portage Bay and the Cascade Mountains.

Photos: Aaron Leitz / Heliotrope Architects

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Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921

Watchmaker Vacheron Constantin's 265 years of experience continues to combine innovation with fine design to create magic. Originally released in 1921, this legendary timepiece was loved by American motorists thanks to its classic face with an unexpected tilt, making it easy to read without losing the grip on a steering wheel. Today the reinterpreted Historiques American 1921 features a 40mm pink-gold case, a railway dial-train, black-painted Arabic numerals, and a uniquely positioned crown between 1 & 2 o'clock. The timepiece is powered by manually-wound Caliber 4400AS with a power reserve of nearly 3 days. A dark brown alligator strap completes the look. Each timepiece is certified with the highly distinguished Geneva Seal.

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RW Guild Reader Chair & Ottoman

Inspired by 19th-century campaign furniture and the iconic film director's chair, this reader and ottoman from Roman and Williams are designed for comfort. The New York design duo's attention to detail is on full display through this "X" marked, cross-braced combo, made with black leather, solid re-claimed walnut, and finished with custom burnished brass hardware. Handsome and familiar, the chair and ottoman are a refined addition to your office or living space — as well as a natural landing spot for working, relaxing, or digesting a good book.

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Maratac LED Flashlight

Now in its 5th generation, the Maratec LED Flashlight is small, light, and an ideal addition to your EDC. It's powered by a AAA battery and uses a Nichia 219 emitter that puts off smooth, neutral light, helped along by an aluminum alloy orange peel reflector. Three power settings let you dial in the right amount of light while conserving battery, and an improved clip keeps it handy. Its hand-finished body is made from black anodized aluminum or solid copper billet stock.

Length: 2.6" / Diameter: 0.5" / Weight: 1.31 oz. / Emitter Lifespan: 50,000 hours

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