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The gorgeous Pacific Northwest is known for having a relaxed yet refined style. Simplicity and functionality play key rolls in everything from our clothes to our homes. An excellent example of this unique aesthetic is this very Pacific Northwest design. Contemporary Exterior by Bellevue Architects & Building Designers Gelotte Hommas Architecture Although the lines are straight, …

The holidays are always a fun and festive time of year, but this year they are particularly exciting for Star Wars fans. In honor of the release of the newest movie, the Sheraton Hotel in Downtown Seattle decided to make their 23rd annual gingerbread display have a Star Wars theme. Six local architecture firms, including …

Deciding to build or remodel a home usually starts with big picture ideas such as the footprint of the house and how many stories. Once the large elements are hashed out the real fun begins: details. One detail that can often be overlooked is the staircase. Yes, its main function is to connect one level …

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 …

Relaxing in a steaming hot bath is a wonderful feeling after battling the cold and rain of winter. And if that bath happens to be in a beautiful luxury bathroom then all the better. Here are three examples of bathtubs, and their accompanying bathrooms, that create a special space for rejuvenation. A claw foot bathtub …

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 …

Winter may be fast approaching but that does not mean we can’t dream about the day spring will arrive and we can sit out on the patio with a glass of lemonade and a book. In fact, if you are thinking about adding or remodeling your outdoor living space for next summer, now is a …

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 …

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 …