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Exposed beams are usually associated with barns, but they offer a beautiful addition to contemporary homes. Wooden beams can give these homes a rustic look or a clean, modern one, depending on the design and color of wood that’s used. A great example of the clever use of exposed beams in contemporary architecture is the …

Incorporating natural elements into a modern home is one of the most distinguishing characteristics of contemporary residential architecture. Using these elements gives homes a warm look and helps blend the interior with the surrounding landscape. One of the finest examples of this can be seen in Gelotte Hommas’ Wood, Stone, Water project. This project involved …

Relaxing at home takes on a whole new meaning when you can take advantage of sweeping vistas right outside your window. It’s even better when you can look off in the distance and see just how vast the deep blue sea truly is. High above the water, your mind will wander and ponder as the …

The Norman countryside is filled with chateaus whose architectural elements have proven timeless. From the peaceful lanes of Bayeux to the bustling avenues of Caen, these homes stand as treasured testaments to the everlasting beauty of the past as these storied structures blend with the ever changing present…and add Old World charm to architecture in Bellevue. The Norman architecture …

From every angle, and within every corner, Sandwith Estate embodies the genuine beauty of traditional style homes. Designed to balance functionality with comfort, this property takes inspiration from the past while keeping its focus on the present. The result is a home that feels familiar, yet maintains enough secrets to surprise visitors with the unexpected. The …

The rugged environment of the Pacific Northwest brings to mind images of rustic homes surrounded by trees and scenic views. However, homeowners in these areas can give their Issaquah architecture a contemporary flair that complements the surrounding terrain. The Northwest Perspective on contemporary home design offers clean lines and a streamlined look that manages to …

There are plenty of options when it comes to deciding on what kind of home design you are looking for. If you’re swinging towards a modern design, we recommend the prairie style home design. The prairie home style is often considered the first modern residential architecture style that predated the craftsman style. The first architects …

When it comes to custom home designs, one style that has been growing in popularity over the last few years is the Mediterranean house design. A recent article on Architectural Digest even explored a variety of different types of Mediterranean house designs that we recommend taking a look at. Here at Gelotte Hommas Architecture, we are …

If you are a car collector, like the ex-late night show host Jay Leno, then you’ll need a place to store all of your cars. You won’t want them cluttering up the exterior of your home—not to mention that you’ll want to protect them from the elements as well. Jay Leno is famous for his …

Owning a vacation home is particularly wonderful way to escape the daily grind of life, and if you’re lucky enough to be able to have one, you probably want to make it as special for you and your family as possible. However, knowing how to do that, especially with a busy schedule or if you’re …