Designs We Like

Dark wood paneling, books to the ceiling, and robust leather chairs are the hallmarks of a home library. These spaces function as intimate meeting rooms and private sanctuaries. They can be quite grand or more on the cozy side and house more than just books. We’re fond of these bookish spaces. They’re opportunities to merge …

It seems to get harder and harder every day to find parking. Big cities and small town alike just don’t have space for all our cars. At home, however, there should always be ample parking. And if you build a dream garage, then there always will be. Whether you have a classic car collection or …

Food is a necessity. We must eat to live, but we can also eat to celebrate, spend time together, or commiserate. Now that the holiday season has begun, our minds turn to how we plan to accommodate all of our guests. Do we have enough room for everyone? Are there enough seats at our table …

Sunlight is a requirement for life. So why wouldn’t you let as much light into your home as possible? Big beautiful windows brighten a home and have the added benefit of offering nearly unobstructed views. Below are three examples of Seattle homes that use windows to brighten and enliven their main living area. Windows and …

Curb appeal may be a hot buzzword, but it is true that the visual impact of a home sets the tone for what is inside. Should the entrance to your home be large and monumental, giving a sense of opulence and grandeur? Or would something more understated and contemporary fit the home better? Here are …

When one thinks of a romantic meadow, concrete walls and chrome finishes rarely come to mind. However, Gelotte Hommas’ Redmond residential architects designed House in a Mountain Meadow as a stunning example of a how a contemporary design aesthetic can be both industrial and warm, modern and romantic. Below are several design features that make …

Dreaming of a spa-like master bath? Gelotte Hommas’ Meydenbauer architects designed a stunner of a bathroom in their Cape Cod inspired home, Northeast by Northwest. Here are some of the design features that make this beautiful bathroom so enviable:   A dramatic ceiling brings a touch of romance. Traditional Cape Cod’s include sharply steepled roofs. …

Thinking about spicing up your outdoor living space? Gelotte Hommas architects took a traditional backyard set-up and turned into a beautiful Moroccan style home oasis with their project, Glassworks Remodel. Below are some of the unique and dynamic design elements that were used to transform this backyard into an exotic retreat: Two outdoor spaces were …

For those seeking optimal connectivity to their outdoor living spaces, retractable windows are a great way to bring the outside in. Gelotte Hommas masterfully designed The Woods Outback with a main living area that is surrounded by retractable windows on all four sides. This layout allows guests to fully enjoy a bright, open living room, …

A great deal of the beauty of traditional architecture undoubtedly lies in its timeless charm. The Gelotte Hommas designed Classic on the Green does an excellent job of honoring that timeless beauty in its design while incorporating a elegant color palette that keeps the home looking fresh, relaxing, and modern. Classic on the Green uses …