Sini Kamppari

Studio Kamppari offers architectural services for new construction and remodel projects. Our light-filled designs feature natural materials and clean, Scandinavian aesthetics. 

Sini is a licensed architect with over 15 years of experience. Originally from Finland, Sini has lived in over a dozen cities around the world. She launched Studio Kamppari in Oxford, England, in 2013. The studio moved across continents and multiple bodies of water before reaching its forever home in Port Orchard — an idyllic corner of the Puget Sound near Seattle.

As your architect, Sini guides you through the process in an effective and friendly way while delivering high quality design and documentation. Her work draws inspiration from her Nordic roots and nature. Her early career includes formative experiences at Olson Kundig, Miller Hull, and Cary Bernstein Architects. Sini has a Bachelor's degree in architecture from MIT and a Master’s of Architecture degree from Yale. 

Studio Kamppari

Mountain View House, Bremerton WA

A new single family house on a steep slope with stunning views of the Olympic Mountain range. Dramatic large windows, hidden speakeasy, and fun young family combine to create this fully bespoke forever home.

Sunroom Addition, Port Orchard WA

A four-season sunroom addition to a single family home. Skylights fill the room with light and and large doors connect to the outdoors in this simple, owner’s retreat.

Huvila House, Port Orchard WA

A major remodel of an existing estate to create a functional and elegant home for a large family. This project combines a strategic remodel of a haphazard existing 5,000 square foot home and 1,000 square foot guest house along with significant landscaping to create a holistic master plan. The end result is a home with purposeful and well proportioned rooms, both inside and out, offering generous places to gather and delightful spots to retreat.

OIympus Kitchen, Bainbridge Island WA

A large baker’s kitchen with lots of counter space and ample storage transforms a crowded existing kitchen. A functional layout and natural materials make this kitchen the heart of the home. This project is currently in construction.

Sunroom Addition, Bainbridge Island WA

A three season sunroom adds valuable livable area to this small cottage. This warm, sunny addition is the perfect place to enjoy the wooded surroundings of the property. This project is currently in construction.

Keidas House, Kirkland WA

Clean lines and lots of light brighten this home located on a shady site. Beautifully detailed wood cladding and large windows transform the exterior. A straightforward plan with no wasted space maximizes use on the interior. This major remodel nearly doubles the size of the home with a new entry, open plan living / kitchen, and master bedroom suite.

Toka Bath, Seattle WA

A beautifully crafted wood vanity, white tile, and natural light are combined in this serene bath. This strategically located bathroom addition that is part of a master plan to add an Additional Dwelling Unit (ADU) to a nearly 100 year old cottage.

Grand Renovation, Bainbridge Island WA

This single family home is nestled into a beautiful garden oasis. The exterior is clad with metal and Shou Sugi Ban (burnt timber cladding). The wings of this 5,000 square foot home reach out into the landscape, framing views and capturing sunlight. The existing 1,800 square foot home is completely remodeled, transforming a drafty 1950’s house into a light-filled, warm and open family home.

Forest House, Bainbridge Island WA

A single family residence located on a heavily wooded lot. This project features Cross Laminated Timber (CLT) structure and durable exterior materials to create a maintenance free, private oasis for this family.

Mercer Renovation, Mercer Island WA

A cosmetic upgrade to a 1960’s single family home that transforms the dated exterior to a Scandinavian inspired contemporary house. Cedar cladding is paired with dark metal accents and a new roof overhang to dramatically improve the aesthetic balance of the home.

Central Addition, Seattle WA

A 1,000 square foot addition that doubles the usable living space of a single family home. The addition delicately connects to the 100 year old existing home, going up instead of out to maintain a sizable rear yard.

Ballard Bath, Seattle WA

A simple bathroom addition that provides sunlight, storage, and clean lines. Durable italian porcelain floors, matte subway tiles, walnut cabinetry, and quartz counters come together to make a clean, sophisticated bath.

Saimaa Cabin, Varkaus FI

A 600 square foot vacation residence located on a remote site. Traditional forms and materials are paired with contemporary systems and details. This cabin is new twist on the log cabin.
 

Design Consulting for Olson Kundig Architects, Seattle WA

Remotely coordinate plans, collaborate with engineering consultants, manage construction contract administration, and develop high performance details for numerous high-end projects. Consultant work denoted with (C) below.

Olson Kundig Architects

Private Multi-Family Residence, Singapore (C)

Responsible for complicated window detailing, open riser stairs design, and development of significant exterior elements in this multi-family estate located in Singapore. Lavish finishes of stone, wood, and metal combine with a courtyard design to create a luxurious family oasis in the city.

Private Residence Beach House, Watsonville CA (C)

A complete remodel and minor addition to an existing beach house located on a steep bluff facing the Pacific Ocean. The complexity of the project required a detailed Revit BIM (Building Information Model) showing phasing of the existing structure and integration of the new design. Project is currently under design.

Private Residence, Seattle WA (C)

Designed the exterior details on a major remodel of an 8,000 square foot single family residence on the shore of Lake Washington. Responsible for coordinating an intricate, woven façade composed of aluminum windows and structural steel. The complex detailing results in floor to ceiling glass and curated, framed views.

Private Residence, Santa Cruz CA (C)

Coordinated plans and structural engineering on a 6,000 square foot single family residence on the coast of California. Detailed steel framing of a sweeping, thin roof edge and developed custom planters for this inside/outside house. This home inverts the upper and lower level to maximize views from the living spaces on the second floor.

Kitchen Remodel, Bellevue WA (C)

Developed interior elevations and details for a metal clad, minimalist kitchen that features a glass clad wine room, a pass through pantry, and fully custom cabinetry.

Private Residence Remodel, Medina WA (C)

Coordinated the interface between existing and new construction in a complex family estate on Lake Washington totally around 50,000 square feet. Developed the design of a large family kitchen with a stone island featuring a pop-up swivel TV, custom range hood, and windows integrated at the counter level. Worked with the lighting designer to create a lighting plan to seamlessly light the entire residence from existing to new addition.

Private Office Building and Art Gallery, San Francisco CA (C)

Resolved complex code analysis for the seismic upgrade and modern interior renovation of a historic masonry building in downtown San Francisco. Coordinated with structural, plumbing, and mechanical engineers to fit together complex systems while maximizing ceiling heights and space. This project adds a penthouse that is strategically set back from the street to maintain its historic appearance while providing added usable space for the owner.

Private Residence, London UK (C)

Coordinated plans and elevations for a multi-story family home located in the heart of London. This luxurious home features a large art collection, interior courtyard, indoor pool, two car lifts, and roof deck. The house is divided into three residences: the main home and two apartments for the family’s grown children. The house is clad in stone and carefully designed to fit into the historic neighborhood.

Private Residence, Denver CO (C)

Project architect through Design Development of this 16,000 square foot private residence featuring large operable steel windows and dramatic roof eaves.

Smith College Dormitory, Northampton MA (C)

Project architect for a 35,000 square foot dormitory project featuring five, two-story buildings surrounding a central lawn. Coordinated architectural and consultant plans to deliver apartment style housing with common kitchens and private bedrooms. Developed exterior details in brick and metal in an energy efficient envelope.

Private Residence, Lake Geneva CH

Project architect during Schematic Design of this 6,000 square foot family home located on a steep slope facing Lake Geneva. This three-story home features refined details and Swiss craftsmanship. The material palette includes steel and glass combined with terra cotta and wood.

Private Residence, Berkshires MA

Project architect responsible for interior detailing of 5,500 square foot vacation residence located on a 300 acre estate. Large, operable wall panels allow for direct connection to the outdoors.  Dramatic cantilevering of the main floor enables the site to flow beneath the building. Materials palette includes raw metal exterior paneling with rich wood, stone and metal interiors.
 

Heritage University Expansion, Toppenish WA

Project architect engaged with project development ranging from campus master planning to the design and construction of three new academic buildings. Created design solutions that strengthened the campus fabric while providing individual character to the three new buildings. This $10 Million dollar project totaled 29,000 square feet. 
 

Private Residence, San Juan Islands WA

Intern project team member for 3,000 square foot residence located in the archipelago northwest of Seattle. Nestled into the site, the house blurs the boundaries between the inside and outside.

Miller Hull Partnership

Land Port of Entry, San Ysidro CA

Core team member of multi-phase 40 acre border crossing with a budget approaching $350 Million dollars. Project Architect of 99,000 square foot pedestrian building. 
 

Biology and Chemistry Building, Whitworth WA

Team member for 110,000 square foot science building that features light filled public spaces and 50-person tiered lecture halls.