The master bathroom serves as a launch point for the day and a safe space to unwind before bed. It’s a place of necessity, yes. But it can also be a place of comfort, luxury, elegance…even art. Ratio House’s custom vanity provides a superb example of purposeful home art. Contemporary Design Redmond architect Curtis Gelotte …

“All fine architectural values are human values, else not valuable.” Frank Lloyd Wright

“I call architecture frozen music.” Johann Wolfgang von Goethe

“An object should be judged by whether it has a form consistent with its use.” Bruno Munari

“Architecture is really about well-being. I think that people want to feel good in a space … On the one hand it’s about shelter, but it’s also about pleasure.” Zaha Hadid

The art of architecture unites structure and nature to form a single, seamless experience. 

That’s the thing with curves. While most architecture is rectilineal – all straight lines and squared angles – curves are often designed to soften a building’s impact, help the structure meld into the surrounding landscape. That’s why curves work particularly well near bodies of water, reflecting that sense of fluidity, or in rural and mountain …

“A design isn’t finished until someone is using it.” Brenda Laurel

The art of architecture awakens our senses to the beauty around us. It captures patterns, ratios, elements, textures, and colors and brings forth elegance and inspiration. 

As architects, we’re immersed in every aspect of home design. We naturally think and visualize in terms of space and depth and light and everything that impacts exquisite custom design. We love helping our clients visualize their custom home projects in the same ways we do. That’s why we love building information modeling (BIM). BIM …