Studio TJP

10/07/2026

Thinking about remodeling an older home? Before deciding what to change, look closely at what you already have. Original details, materials, and layout can reveal what gives a home its character—and what is worth carrying forward.

10/02/2026

Older homes can change without losing their identity. Our Lakewood Craftsman project balanced the character of the existing home with the needs of modern life, creating a renovation that respects where the home came from while looking ahead. Project done in collaboration with .builders and

09/29/2026

What makes an older home worth preserving? Often, it’s the craftsmanship, materials, proportions, and details that give it character. Thoughtful renovation can honor those qualities while making a home work better for the way we live today.

07/06/2026

Check out our new blog post, linking you to our interview with .modernism and to our new portfolio featuring Howard's update of a Ralph Anderson designed home.

Howard and Ellen talked with George Smart of US Modernist Radio for the July 6th, 2026 episode. It was perfect timing, as we just published the portfolio of Howard's update of a Ralph Anderson house. Listen to the show to find out more about how we work with our clients. Check out the portfolio for....

05/03/2026

love It is and principal 💗 his this video shows his daily bike commute

04/28/2026

Our long time clients are starting phase 2 of their master plan in Phase 1 remodeled the kitchen, dining, living and entry. This phase is the bedrooms, bathrooms, and multipurpose lower level.

04/04/2026

Same house, three different personalities. 🎨 🏡
Principal architect, uses watercolors to help clients explore how a new front porch or a fresh palette can refresh their home’s character.
Which vision speaks to you? Vote in our poll and tell us why in the comments! 👇

03/26/2026

Beauty is in the details. The materials, fittings, and skilled craftspeople behind custom design are what give a home its character. From natural stone to custom millwork to hand-crafted stained glass—each choice is an opportunity to reflect your personality and create your distinctive home.






Photos: 1,2: Katherine Buker
Photos: 3, 4 Michael Clifford

03/19/2026

This compact two-bedroom home in Fauntleroy brings together performance, durability, and inclusive design through a refined material palette and high-efficiency construction—earning Future Shack People’s Choice recognition from AIA.

Designed for a 2-unit residence for a father and daughter, it features a main-level ADU and universal design principles throughout for accessibility and long-term adaptability.

From insulated concrete forms and SIP construction to triple-glazed low-E windows, every detail supports a high-performance envelope. Paired with ENERGY STAR appliances, low-VOC finishes, stormwater capture, and rooftop solar readiness, the home is built for both resilience and the future.

Photo: Jim Houston + Mike Penney

03/05/2026

Travel naturally comes with a sketchbook for Ellen Mirro, Principal at Studio TJP in Seattle. She recently escaped for a getaway in Cabo San Lucas. While there, she painted plein air watercolors that capture light, texture, and place — a slower, more observant way of seeing than a camera allows.

The habit traces back to her mother's encouragement and training, from study abroad in Rome to plein air drawing in the master’s program at the University of Washington, where sketching on site was foundational. For her, drawing isn’t just documentation — it’s careful observation needed to draw and paint and a way to better understand the world around her.