Seattle Custom Home | Seattle Interior Photography

This contemporary custom home brings together clean architectural lines, warm natural materials, and thoughtfully considered interiors.

Designed by Roger MacPherson and Dan Buchser, with interiors by Kara Stupfel and construction by MacPherson Construction & Design, the home balances a strong architectural framework with a warm, inviting approach to residential design.

Natural wood, stone, expansive windows, and layered furnishings create a palette that feels both refined and relaxed. Throughout the home, contemporary architectural details are softened by tactile materials and carefully selected furnishings, creating spaces that feel sophisticated without becoming overly formal.

As a Seattle interior photographer, I focused on the relationship between the architecture, interiors, and natural light throughout the home. Wide architectural compositions establish the flow and proportions of each space, while closer images highlight the craftsmanship, material details, and thoughtful interior styling.

The result is a home where architecture and interiors feel completely integrated, with a restrained material palette and a strong emphasis on warmth, texture, and livability.

Design: Roger MacPherson & Dan Buchser
Interiors: Kara Stupfel
Builder: MacPherson Construction & Design
Photography: Emily Keeney

Bainbridge Island Interior Photography | Emily Keeney

Photographed for Seattle magazine, this Bainbridge Island home is a study in modern architecture, natural light, and the quiet beauty of life on the water.

Located on the west side of Bainbridge Island, the 3,200-square-foot home was designed by architect Peter Brachvogel as a long-term “legacy” home, with a strong emphasis on durability, sustainability, and connection to the surrounding landscape. The owners, Dilip Wagle and Darshana Shanbhag, envisioned it as a second home where they could slow down, spend time outdoors, and feel immersed in the rhythms of the water and surrounding natural environment.

Large windows and expansive openings make the landscape feel like an extension of the interior. Throughout the home, clean architectural lines are balanced by warm wood, collected artwork, sculptural furnishings, and a restrained palette that keeps the focus on the views beyond.

The home was built in 2012 and refreshed in 2020 with an emphasis on sustainable materials and systems, including radiant-heated concrete floors and a geothermal heating system. Its substantial roof overhangs protect the cedar exterior while also shaping the way natural light enters the home.

For the interiors, the owners wanted to maintain a feeling of light and space while incorporating an eclectic collection of art inspired by nature and modern interpretations of humanity. The result is contemporary but relaxed, with the feeling of a true retreat rather than a highly formal second residence.

As an interior and architectural photographer, this project was especially rewarding to photograph because the architecture and landscape are so intertwined. The strongest images often came from allowing the spaces to breathe and letting the water, trees, changing light, and surrounding landscape become part of the composition.

The home was featured in the March/April 2025 issue of Seattle magazine in the story “Tide and True.”

Publication: Seattle magazine
Feature: Tide and True
Architecture: Peter Brachvogel
Photography: Emily Keeney

Read the feature in Seattle magazine

Serene Lakeview Seattle Remodel | Interior Photography by Emily Keeney

Some homes just feel calm the moment you walk in—and Serene Lakeview was exactly that. Designed by Seattle-based architecture firm Atelier Drome and brought to life by the expert team at BrightWork Builders, this full-house remodel was a seamless blend of vision and craftsmanship. Photographing this project as a Seattle interior photographer was a quiet kind of joy—the kind of space that invites you to slow down and really unwind.

As someone who specializes in interior and architectural photography, I’m always drawn to spaces that are both intentional and livable. From the first moment I walked in, it was clear this home was designed with restraint and clarity, allowing light, texture, and proportion to do the talking. The natural palette, soft transitions, and thoughtful material choices all created a visual rhythm I wanted to preserve in every frame.

The collaboration between Atelier Drome and BrightWork Builders was evident in every detail—from the clean lines of the millwork to the way natural light moved through the space throughout the day. The kitchen was a standout for me: quiet, grounded, and effortlessly functional, with warm tones and refined finishes that feel timeless. Hidden storage keeps the sightlines clean and functional.

Photographing homes like this is where my commercial photography work truly overlaps with my love for storytelling. There was no need to overly style or stage—just a deep appreciation for how the architecture and build quality came together to create something serene and lasting. This kind of project is a dream for any architectural photographer in Seattle or beyond.

You can view the full Serene Lakeview remodel on Atelier Drome’s website and in the portfolio of BrightWork Builders. I'm grateful to have had the opportunity to capture such a thoughtful collaboration between designer and builder, and to contribute imagery that reflects the calm beauty of this home.

Heights House Raleigh: Interior & Lifestyle Photography for a Historic Boutique Hotel

I recently had the chance to photograph Heights House in Raleigh—a historic 1858 Italianate-style mansion turned boutique hotel. From the moment I walked in, it was clear this space is something special. It’s elegant without being overdone, and it feels both elevated and comfortable at the same time.

I was brought on to photograph interiors and lifestyle moments, and to create a short mood video that captured the overall feel of the property. The goal was to show not just what the space looks like, but how it feels to be there.

Design-wise, every detail at Heights House is thoughtfully chosen. The original architecture is stunning—arched doorways, tall ceilings, huge windows—and it’s been paired with timeless furniture, art, and textures that add a sense of calm and warmth. The color palette is soft and neutral, which made it easy to let the natural light and shadows do their thing.

For the lifestyle portion, I wanted to show those quiet, in-between moments: coffee in the parlor, sunlight moving across the floor, a breeze through the open windows. The kind of details that make a stay memorable.

This project was a true favorite—beautiful interiors, a team that really cares about the experience they’re creating, and a space that feels like a hidden gem in the middle of Raleigh.