Pacific lodge

This style can be seen in historic National Park hotels, such as the Lake Quinault Lodge, and in the houses of some wealthier Seattleites of the timber baron era.

However, most early Seattleites preferred to mimic the accepted styles of the East; to this day, historical pastiches remain more popular throughout the region.

The stone base seen in many Pacific Lodge homes is to both accent the nature around the house, as well as to protect it from snowfall and ground water.

Most "Pacific Lodge" houses are large due to the fact that they have to match the massive landscapes they are often built next to or on.

The railroad system had a huge influence on expanding the "Pacific Lodge" style of architecture as well.