GHA Scavenger hunt – and there is a PRIZE on the line!

We just got something  back from the printer – take a look! This poster is one of our newest projects aptly named Cedar Haven. Where is this amazing poster going? We are so glad you asked! This beauty is going on display in the AIA office in downtown Seattle. You want to know something else? We have one other poster hung there …

Discover Fallen Maples

Fallen Maples, a home designed by Gelotte Hommas Architecture, is set to be featured in the next issue of 425 Magazine. Fallen Maples is the perfect example of what Gelotte Hommas stands for–Innovative green architecture that is eco-friendly while maintaining all functionality and extreme beauty. Fallen Maples is located in the prestigious Grand Ridge Drive custom home neighborhood of …

The Architecture Behind the Bellevue Arts Museum

The Bellevue Arts Museum is a creative mecca here in Bellevue Seattle. While we admire the art within and it provides great creative inspiration, the building itself is an architectural piece of art. The Bellevue Arts Museum is a compilation of glass, textured concrete, and aluminum that creates a bold and modern silhouette in the downtown …

Seattle Arts Get Architectural Style Posted on July 29, 2011 By kmoore (Edit)

An architect doesn’t just create a building or structure–They create a functional, large scale piece of art that people can admire for decades. Understanding the link between the creation of art and architecture is essential, and a new art exhibit at the Seattle Art Museum is helping to make that understanding more tangible. Mika Tajima is working to …

On the Boards with Gelotte Hommas: The Bellevue Residence

Gelotte Hommas consistently has great projects in the works, and the Bellevue Residence, currently on our “On the Boards” stage, is no exception. This residential space is being designed to house a wonderful and casual lifestyle for an active family that will need space to enjoy life and to grow throughout the years. The home is …

Summer Holiday Inspirations for Your Home

Summer holidays are now in full swing as the Fourth of July weekend is upon us. Many of you are probably preparing to entertain, whether it be a cook out, a pool party, or just a dinner with family and friends. Whatever events you have planned, chances are that this weekend you will notice both …

Architecture’s Ability to Alter Perspective

While venturing onto Design Milk, a comment in an article particularly caught our eye. In the  posting on Qi Wellness Center, the writer stated the following: “I am drawn to this wellness center lobby design created by Manadaº Architecture Studio, mostly because it already makes me feel better.” We can see why, as the beautifully designed space …

GHA announced as an award of Merit winner for the 2011 Gold Nuggets

The Gold Nugget Awards are the largest award ceremony of it’s kind – not to mention the longest running. Based in California, the awards are geared to give recognition to exceptional individuals in the areas of design, planning and development. We are very honored to announce that our project Lakefront Splendor is one of seven merit awards in Category …

An Essential Element to the American Dream: Owning A Home

Gelotte Hommas specializes in custom residential architecture because we know how important having your home is to you, and we want it to be custom made to suit you and your needs. In a way, we’re just helping you to fulfill the American Dream, as owning a home is essential to fulfilling that goal. The American …

Tree Inspired Restaurant Design

While exploring some of the other innovations in green design on the Contemporist, we found this wonderful design for a restaurant in Sydney from Koichi Takada Architects. The center of the restaurant is designed to look like a giant tree, inspired by the cherry trees that the architects are so familiar with. The space has a …