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Wooden Beams and Brilliance in Design in this Luxurious Cabin
Exposed beams are usually associated with barns, but they offer a beautiful addition to contemporary homes. Wooden beams can give these homes a rustic look or a clean, modern one, depending on the design and color of wood that’s used. A great example of the clever use of exposed beams in contemporary architecture is the …
Incorporating Natural Elements in Cedar Haven
Building a home in the mountains usually requires chopping down some trees. However, the Gelotte Hommas designed Cedar Haven was not only made with recycled trees from the surrounding area, but the architects also found ingenious and inspiring ways to incorporate these trees into the home’s rustic contemporary design. Hoping to evoke the feel of …
From the Outside In, These Unique Design Elements are Sure to Wow
Both inside and out, the Gelotte Hommas designed Cabin on Lake Wenatchee contains many special design features that make it a truly unique home. Here are some of our favorite elements from this welcoming lake cabin. The outside of the house manages to combine a chic modern exterior with the rustic feel one would typically …
Contemporary Design with an Emphasis on Views and Natural Light
Incorporating natural elements into a modern home is one of the most distinguishing characteristics of contemporary residential architecture. Using these elements gives homes a warm look and helps blend the interior with the surrounding landscape. One of the finest examples of this can be seen in Gelotte Hommas’ Wood, Stone, Water project. This project involved …
A Cliffside Retreat That Capitalizes on the Resplendent Views
Relaxing at home takes on a whole new meaning when you can take advantage of sweeping vistas right outside your window. It’s even better when you can look off in the distance and see just how vast the deep blue sea truly is. High above the water, your mind will wander and ponder as the …
French Style Has Lasting Appeal with A Touch of Normandy
The Norman countryside is filled with chateaus whose architectural elements have proven timeless. From the peaceful lanes of Bayeux to the bustling avenues of Caen, these homes stand as treasured testaments to the everlasting beauty of the past as these storied structures blend with the ever changing present…and add Old World charm to architecture in Bellevue. The Norman architecture …
Sandwith Estate Offers Traditional Style and Luxurious Amenities
From every angle, and within every corner, Sandwith Estate embodies the genuine beauty of traditional style homes. Designed to balance functionality with comfort, this property takes inspiration from the past while keeping its focus on the present. The result is a home that feels familiar, yet maintains enough secrets to surprise visitors with the unexpected. The …
Contemporary Architecture Speaks to Nature with Northwest Perspective
The rugged environment of the Pacific Northwest brings to mind images of rustic homes surrounded by trees and scenic views. However, homeowners in these areas can give their Issaquah architecture a contemporary flair that complements the surrounding terrain. The Northwest Perspective on contemporary home design offers clean lines and a streamlined look that manages to …
This Prairie House in Virginia Evokes Modern Design
There are plenty of options when it comes to deciding on what kind of home design you are looking for. If you’re swinging towards a modern design, we recommend the prairie style home design. The prairie home style is often considered the first modern residential architecture style that predated the craftsman style. The first architects …
Trends in Mediterranean House Designs
When it comes to custom home designs, one style that has been growing in popularity over the last few years is the Mediterranean house design. A recent article on Architectural Digest even explored a variety of different types of Mediterranean house designs that we recommend taking a look at. Here at Gelotte Hommas Architecture, we are …