Our team just listed a Redmond custom built home that we have been lovingly calling the Redmond Palace. This home is pure Diva glam in the middle of a sea of boring suburban track housing. It is truly a palace.
Don’t let the modest exterior fool you. Behind the front door, you’ll find vaulted ceilings, a walnut dream kitchen, and a separate apartment. There’s also a solar system that keeps the power bill as low as $22 a month.
Oh, and a wrought iron spiral staircase straight out of 1980s Hollywood is a DIVA moment.
So we asked our clients what they loved most about living in their custom built Redmond home. Grab a coffee (or a glass of DeLille from Woodinville red) and let’s dig in.
What Makes This Redmond Custom Built Home So Special?
Let’s be honest. Much of Redmond was built fast, and much of it looks the same. Beige siding, builder-grade kitchens, and a yard the size of a postage stamp. You know the ones I’m talking about. Blah and boring!.
A custom build is different. Someone designed this home in 1989 for its wooded site, its light, and a life full of big gatherings. Then our clients spent years reimagining it for today. As a result, you get the soul of a one-of-a-kind home with the systems of a brand new one.
Here’s the short list. There are 6 bedrooms, 5,822 square feet, a separate apartment, and an oversized custom kitchen. On top of that, the home sits on a 46,609 square foot lot of protected woods. And the sun pays most of the electric bill.
Ten Things Our Clients Love About This Redmond Custom Built Home
There is so much to love about this home. So let’s start with the thing that surprised our clients most. The space!
1. Room For Absolutely Everything
Our clients had a home gym, two offices, AND a separate apartment. Even then, there was room to spare. In their words, the flexibility is limitless.
Working from home? Hosting parents for the season? Launching a side hustle that needs a studio? Done, done, and done. There’s even a wall-sized whiteboard in one room, which makes it a planner’s paradise.
2. Living In A Luxury Treehouse
Thanks to the greenbelt and a generous number of windows, our clients felt like they lived in the most luxurious treehouse. Every window frames something green.
That’s because this 46,609 square foot lot of protected woods is all yours. In other words, this house says, “We own the greenbelt!” Your private backyard park is right outside the glass.
3. A Vast Custom Kitchen Made For Entertaining
This was easily our clients’ favorite part of the home. Whether they hosted a crowd or cooked up a storm, it always served success.
The kitchen was completely reimagined in 2020 and 2021. Custom cabinets by Henry Built – Space Theory, made right here in SoDo, are finished in real black walnut veneers. Meanwhile, a custom live edge dining table and shelving in solid dark walnut bring serious warmth.
And the details? Perfection. Wolf and Miele appliances do the heavy lifting. A simple push opens the oven doors. Wondering where the fridge went? It’s hiding in the cabinetry.
In the dining room the walnut slat panels also improve the acoustics, so dinner party chatter never gets too loud.
Finally, look up. The skylight can be controlled to help ventilate the home.
4. A Sunroom That Feels Like Vacation
Our clients call the sunroom a year-round escape from the chaos of life. Morning coffee, an evening glass of wine, everything felt like a vacation in this space.
The deck and sunroom were fully refurbished in 2025. Better yet, wall-to-wall Nana doors fold open in summer and close up tight in winter. So you can use this room every single month of the year. Yes, even in a Pacific Northwest November.
5. Vaulted Ceilings Fit For A 12-Foot Tree
According to our clients, the high vaulted ceilings are absolute luxury. They especially loved them during the holidays. Why? Because they could put up a magnificent 12-foot tree.
6. Close To Downtown Redmond And Totem Lake
This home sits in a surprisingly convenient location. Downtown Redmond and Totem Lake are both close by. That means quick trips for groceries, shopping, and great restaurants.
In downtown Redmond, you’ll find Tavolata, Momiji, Garlic Crush, and so many other great places.
Love to golf? Willows Run Golf Complex is about 8 minutes away.
7. Weekends In Downtown Woodinville
Getting to Woodinville wine country was easy, so it became a favorite weekend activity with friends and visitors.
Personally, I would recommend you start with a tasting at DeLille Cellars. Then settle in for dinner at The Barking Frog. Trust me, your out-of-town guests will never want to leave.
Good thing you have a separate apartment for them!
8. A Quiet Neighborhood With One Way In
This home is tucked in a neighborhood with just one entrance, nestled in the trees. As a result, our clients called it a tiny slice of calm in a very busy world.
Less through traffic means quieter evenings. It also means your walks feel peaceful from the moment you step outside.
9. A Neighborhood Full Of Dog Lovers
There are so many dog lovers and dog owners in this neighborhood. For our clients, that made walking their little pup a total joy.
Every walk comes with friendly waves and plenty of sniffing breaks. So if your dog is basically your child, you’ll fit right in.
Check out our blog about the best neighborhoods for dog owners >
10. Quiet Walks Through Parks And Neighborhoods
Finally, our clients adored the quiet walks through nearby interconnected neighborhoods and parks. You can wander for an hour and hardly think about traffic.
Want more green? Gorgeous Sixty Acres Park is just minutes away.
Clearly, this Redmond custom built home keeps nature close.
Bonus: The Hollywood Glam Staircase
And then there’s the staircase. An original wrought iron spiral staircase sits at the center of it all. It’s the pinnacle of 80s Hollywood glamour, and I dare you not to make an entrance on it.
Follow it down, and you’ll land on the sleeping floor with an amazing primary bedroom.
Updates To This Redmond Custom Built Home
A 1989 home has fabulous bones. However, its original systems would be pushing 40 years old. That’s why the updates to this Redmond custom built home matter so much.
Our clients tackled the unsexy stuff, like a steel roof, a new furnace, solar panales, and a heat pump. They also went all in on the gorgeous stuff, like black walnut cabinetry and a live edge dining table in the kitchen. For a buyer, that combination is the dream.
2019 To 2021: The Big Transformation Of This Redmond Custom Built Home
This phase touched nearly every part of the home. Here’s what our clients completed.
Kitchen And Top Floor (2020 To 2021)
- Complete kitchen remodel with all new lighting
- Custom Space Theory cabinets in real black walnut veneers, made in SoDo
- Live edge solid dark walnut dining table and shelving
- Wolf and Miele appliances, including push-open oven doors and a fridge hidden in the cabinetry
- Walnut slat panels for better acoustics
- Controllable skylight for ventilation
- Top floor remodel
Separate Apartment (2019)
- One-bedroom apartment completely renovated with permits
- Private entrance
- Its own air conditioning and laundry
- Ideal for long-term guests or multigenerational living
Exterior (2021)
- New steel roof
Systems (2019 To 2021)
- New furnace (2019)
- Air conditioning with mini splits (2019)
- New heat pump hot water tank system (2021)
2022 To 2026: The Glow-Ups
In 2022, our clients added an extensive solar panel and battery system. It keeps the electric bill as low as $22 a month, and consistently under $30. Solar panels plus battery (2022)
- EV charger in the huge two-car garage with shop
- Deck and sunroom fully refurbished, with wall-to-wall Nana doors (2025)
- Interior and exterior freshly painted (August 2026)
- Brand new high-end white carpet throughout
- Motion sensor lights throughout the home
Listing Details For This Redmond Custom Built Home
- Address: 11730 134th Place NE, Redmond, WA
- Neighborhood: Redmond
- Listing Brokers: Kim V. Colaprete and Donna Burns
- List Price: $1,875,000
- Square Footage: 5,822
- Lot Size: 46,609 square feet
- Year Built: 1989
- NWMLS Number: 2580539
- Bedrooms: 6
- Bathrooms: 3.25
- Separate Finished Apartment: Yes
- More Information >
Why Are Kim V. Colaprete And Team Diva Experts At Selling Unique Custom and Mid-Century Modern Homes?
Honestly, one-of-a-kind homes are our love language. Cookie-cutter is simply not in our vocabulary. Chavi and I spent 21 years restoring our own custom built mid-century in Seward Park. Now we are working on our Capitol Hill loft bringing it up to the glamorous baby she was meant to be. So we know firsthand what it takes to love a home with personality.
Just as important, we know what buyers really want. With 25+ years in business and 1,000+ households served, Team Diva knows how to reach design-forward buyers.
Our team ranks in the Top 4% of Coldwell Banker agents worldwide. RealTrends also named us one of “America’s Best.” On top of that, Seattle Magazine has named me a 5-Star Agent 19 times. You may have seen us quoted in the Seattle Times, U.S. News & World Report, and Seattle Met, too.
When you list with us, we go way beyond square footage. We talk about solar savings, the black walnut, and that glorious staircase. Most of all, we share the life you can live there. After all, that’s what sells a Redmond custom built home like this one.
Want More Information About Buying Or Selling A Custom Built Home?
Luckily for you, we’ve written plenty of guides to help you on your journey. Start here:
- How to Buy a Luxury Home in Seattle
- Moving Up: How to Buy Another House While Owning a Home
- The Diva Difference: How to Sell a Unique Luxury Home
- How To Downsize Your Home
- Browse Our DivaLux Listings
We are here to help. Give us a call, and let’s find the home that makes you feel fabulous. Email us at thediva@teamdivarealestate.com or call/text 206-271-0264.
