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Wilder Middle Housing Event Recap
On Wednesday, March 18th, Merit Homes had the pleasure of hosting a vibrant group of real estate agents and industry professionals at our WILDER community in North Rose Hill.
In partnership with WFG National Title Company, everyone gathered to explore and discuss the evolving landscape of what Middle Housing in Kirkland looks like. In addition to networking opportunities, it was a fantastic opportunity to see where our local market is headed and bounce ideas off each other.
Insights from the City of Kirkland
The highlight of the morning was the session with Scott Guter, Senior Planner for the City of Kirkland. Scott provided invaluable insights into:
- Zoning & Regulations: How recent updates are shaping development opportunities
- Cottage Clusters: The vital role these homes play in Kirkland’s growth, while offering different housing choices to future homeowners looking to live on the Eastside
- The Future for Pros & Peers: What these legislative changes mean for builders, brokers, and future homeowners alike, as well as how feedback is shaping future changes
Everyone in the room was able to ask questions, have productive conversations, and address everything from current industry pain points to innovative ideas for the future of not only the Kirkland building landscape, surrounding areas on the Eastside, such as Redmond and Bellevue.
Exploring the WILDER Community
In addition to learning about Middle Housing and Cottage homes, attendees were able to experience it and tour them, first-hand. Guests met with Merit’s President, Kevin Capuzzi, and our Development, Sales, and Marketing teams to see firsthand how we’ve navigated the local Middle Housing code, and adopted our signature Northwest Contemporary style into a more efficient footprint.
WILDER is a boutique 4-home community showcasing our award-winning design.
- Layout Specs: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and open-concept layouts.
- Modern Living: Attached EV-ready garages, extra-long driveways, and private fenced yards.
- Availability: One home is already pending! We have 3 move-in ready homes remaining.
Leading the Way: The Urban Series
As pioneers of the newly created, 2020 cottage code, Merit Homes developed the Urban Series collection and launched their first model home in 2022. These homes offer a range of floorplans (1,200–1,700 sq. ft.) featuring all-electric appliances and cutting-edge induction range technology, proving that smaller footprints don't have to sacrifice luxury or intuitive design.
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Don't miss out on our next industry event. Whether you want to stay informed or partner with us, we’d love to have you involved.
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- Host with Us: If you’re interested in hosting an event in one of our award-winning homes, reach out to us at Sabrina@MeritHomesInc.Com.
Special thanks to Scott Guter for being our guest speaker, plus Kerry Steinmetz and the entire WFG Title team for the breakfast and facilitating this event.
To explore recent samples of our Middle Housing projects throughout the Eastside, visit our Middle Housing page.
A Trusted Local Builder for 50+ Years
For decades, Merit Homes has been a cornerstone of the Kirkland community. Our legacy is built on a steadfast commitment to building homes of enduring value, inspired design, and exceptional quality. We have a deep understanding of what makes a home truly special on the Eastside, and we bring that same dedication and passion to every new project we undertake. We look forward to continuing our tradition of creating sophisticated Northwest Contemporary residences for future homeowners in both Kirkland and Redmond…and eventually Bellevue!
Home availability, specifications, pricing, promotions, and community information is subject to change without notice or obligation, at Builder's discretion, at any time. Sales (PH): 425-445-1765. Merit Homes is an Equal Housing Opportunity Builder.
