A cohesive home is shaped by more than matching finishes. Learn how intentional planning, balanced proportions, natural light, and a consistent material palette create seamless transitions and a timeless living experience. At Gelotte Architecture, every design decision contributes to a home that feels connected, comfortable, and complete.

In the Pacific Northwest, light is constantly shifting with seasons, weather, and landscape. This article explores how Gelotte Architecture designs homes that respond to these conditions by letting the site guide form, placing spaces according to natural light, and using materials that enhance the experience of daylight. The result is architecture that feels connected to its environment, balanced in atmosphere, and rooted in place.

At first glance, the question seems straightforward: modern or traditional.  In practice, the answer is rarely so fixed. The most enduring homes do not begin with a category, but with a careful reading of place and a clear understanding of how life will unfold within it. What we describe as “style” tends to emerge from …

There is a quiet difference between a house that sits on land and one that belongs to it. When we work with clients, we believe that difference is not abstract. It is built into each project, where land, light, and life are considered together. Homes do not simply occupy a site, they emerge from it, …

Marking 43 years of visionary design, we’re proud to practice the art of creating homes that tell stories as compelling as the landscapes they inhabit. From Tuscan-inspired estates that evoke the romance of the Italian countryside, to alpine retreats that rise organically from cedar forests to Mediterranean villas and Southern farmhouse fusions, each project exemplifies …

This year, Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture has two projects featured in Luxe Interiors + Designs annual RED Readers’ Choice Awards. Here’s a glimpse at Contemporary Classic, a stunning Lake Washington home designed by David Grubb. See more photos and vote for Contemporary Classic through the links below! About Contemporary Classic Rooted in a classical, Georgian style, …

April 1, 2023, marks the 40th anniversary of Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture. Architecture has changed tremendously over the last 40 years. Our team has witnessed firsthand the evolution of architectural trends, materials, and technologies. From the introduction of sustainable design to the rise of 3D renderings and virtual reality, we have embraced these changes as …

This year, Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture has two projects featured in Luxe Interiors + Designs annual RED Readers’ Choice Awards. Here’s a glimpse at Kingfisher Cliff, a stunning Whidbey Island home designed by Scott Hommas. See more photos and vote for Kingfisher Cliff through the links below! About Kingfisher Cliff Nestled on a ledge overlooking …

This year, Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture has two projects featured in Luxe Interiors + Designs’ annual RED Readers’ Choice Awards. Here’s a glimpse at Layers of Light, a stunning Pacific Northwest home designed by Eric Drivdahl. See more photos and vote for Layers of Light through the links below! About Layers of Light Layers of …

The 2023 RED Reader’s Choice Awards are here, and now’s your opportunity to cast your vote for Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture! This year, the GHDA team has eight custom design entries representing five different awards categories. The annual RED Awards recognizes and honors excellence, innovation, and the best residential architecture projects across the United States. …