March 20, 2026

Gold Winner — Residential

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The custom masonry facade includes adhered Glacier Ledgestone veneer, custom-fabricated Marenakos basalt caps and sills, architectural cedar, and architect-designed metal flashings.

Medina residence, Medina

Mason contractor: Warfield Masonry

Architect: Baylis Architects

General contractor: Gayteway Construction Company

Masonry supplier: Marenakos Rock Center

Perched along the Medina waterfront, this custom residence reflects the highest level of Pacific Northwest craftsmanship. The entry sequence blends architectural cedar siding, Glacier Ledgestone, and integrated koi ponds to create an immediate sense of natural luxury. Thoughtfully framed sightlines capture sweeping views of the Seattle skyline, connecting masonry, landscape and architecture.

Located within one of the nation’s most secure, access-controlled residential communities, the project required exceptional coordination. Daily deliveries, workforce movement and staging were tightly managed under strict security protocols. The narrow waterfront lot and environmentally sensitive shoreline buffer added further complexity, demanding careful planning to protect the site while maintaining schedule.

Approximately 30% of the exterior envelope features adhered Glacier Ledgestone veneer, complemented by custom-fabricated Marenakos basalt caps and sills, architectural cedar, and architect-designed metal flashings. The result is a custom masonry façade that enhances the home’s modern aesthetic.

The wall assembly began with a wood-framed structure wrapped in Frogskin WRB and custom metal flashings. A 6mm Keen Drain Mat created a dedicated drainage cavity, followed by galvanized metal lath and SpecMix polymer-modified mortar before installation of the stone veneer. The finished residence stands as a testament to precision, coordination and timeless masonry design.

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