Anti-Shed Featured in Homes.com
Here's how a Washington home preserves sightlines while protecting against the elements
The 2,059-square-foot home's two wings break the strong winds on Methow Valley's Studhorse Mountain
Madeleine D'Angelo
Homes.com
January 15, 2026
Homes.com Here's what residential designers and architects are watching in 2026
Expect a focus on resilient design, more smart home technology and handmade pieces
"People love things that have a definite hand in them," said Todd Smith, founding partner of Syndicate Smith in Leavenworth, Washington.Although the topic has been in the zeitgeist since the Industrial Revolution made mass production commonplace, "what we're seeing now definitely revolves around a desire for something to be 'evidently made,'" Smith said. "An artisan loaf of bread versus Wonder Bread. A wooden chair as opposed to a plastic molded seat."
Madeleine D'Angelo
Homes.com
January 5, 2026
Split Cabin Wins 8th Annual LaCantina “Best in Show” Award
Architizer is thrilled to announce the winners of the 8th Annual Best of LaCantina Design competition! Topping this year’s list is Split Cabin by Syndicate Smith, winner of the prestigious Best in Show award.
Tucked in the woods of Lake Wenatchee, Washington, this modest yet masterfully composed retreat uses LaCantina sliding doors to create a fully immersive mountain basecamp — one that’s as refined in its details as it is connected to its surroundings.
Archinizer
November 10, 2025
Anti-Shed Featured in E-Architect
Syndicate Smith’s latest project—aptly named Anti-Shed — makes a striking statement in Washington’s Methow Valley, deliberately rejecting the glass-heavy, shed-roofed homes that have come to define the region.
E-Architect
October 16, 2025
Anti-Shed in Contemporist
The cozy window seat with mountain views everyone wants
Contemporist
October 15, 2025
Building Together: Part 4
In the final installment of our Building Together series, we’re heading to the job site. Site visits may look simple on the surface, but they’re where design meets reality—and where collaboration truly shines. When architects, contractors, and clients use these visits intentionally, they become more than just walk-throughs. They’re opportunities to confirm design intent, solve problems in real time, and make thoughtful adjustments that elevate the finished project.
Homes.com Hottest Kitchen Trends
“A majority of the time, most of the meals, homework, entertaining and everything is right there in that kitchen,” said Todd Smith, founding principal of architecture firm Syndicate Smith in Leavenworth, Washington. “With that in mind, I think the trajectory is that the kitchen is becoming less and less utilitarian and more and more ‘the place.’ I mean, you’re spending gobs of money on a kitchen, why should it not be your best room in your house?”
By Madeleine D'Angelo & Caroline Broderick
Homes.com
Sept 24, 2025
Forbes 2025 Best-In-State Residential Architects
By: Richard Olsen
Forbes
September 17, 2025
Leavenworth Echo: Local Architecture Firm Celebrates 15-Year Anniversary
By Taylor Caldwell
The Leavenworth Echo
Aug 25, 2025
Todd Smith offers tips on how to design a good patio for Living Etc
How to Design a Good Patio — 6 Ways to Elevate Your Outdoor Living Space Without Having to Do Too Much
By Faiza Saqib
livingetc.com
Aug 20, 2025
Homes.com interview with Todd Smith
When it came time to design a family home, this Washington builder phoned a friend
By Madeleine D'Angelo
Homes.com
July 31, 2025
Building Together: Part 3
Welcome back to Part 3 of our Building Together series! In this segment we are taking a deep dive into the world of cost estimation and value engineering (VE) – two crucial steps in transforming your vision into reality without breaking the bank.
Icicle House 03 wins Your Modern Cottage Award for best Small Cottage
Icicle House 03 wins Your Modern Cottage Design Award for best Small Cottage
Deer Harbor House featured in Plain Magazine
This Orcas Island Retreat is a Modern Home Elegantly Stripped Down to Core Elements
Written By: Kala Barba-Court
Plain Magazine
July 11, 2025
Deer Harbor House in Contemporist
A Look Inside A Home That Feels Like Living in a Forest Sanctuary
Contemporist
July 11, 2025
Building Together: Part 2
Welcome back to our four-part series, Building Together, where we explore the fundamental elements that contribute to a successful construction project. In Part 2, we will delve into the critical role of communication and how it underpins the success of any project.
Deer Harbor House wins RADA Editor’s Choice Merit Award for Fireplace Design
Deer Harbor House wins RADA Editor’s Choice Merit Award for Fireplace Design
Building Together: Part 1
Welcome to the first installment of our four-part series, Building Together, where we explore the essential elements of a successful construction project. This series will delve into the critical collaboration between architects, contractors, and clients, which we like to describe as “The Triad”. It will highlight the key components that make this triad indispensable.
Designing For Snow
If you’re planning to build in a region with significant annual snowfall, don’t let snow be an afterthought. Thoughtful design choices can transform snow from a challenge into an integral part of the experience. This article explores key decisions during the design process that not only manage snow effectively but also enhance your property’s functionality and beauty in winter. Learn how to embrace snow rather than battle it, creating a space that thrives no matter the season!