exposed beam ceiling

It’s not often that we get to host an open house at one of the homes we design. After all, one of the cornerstones of our design approach is that it’s not our home. But this weekend we have a unique opportunity to participate in an open house at a past Bellevue home design project: Wood, …

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Wood, Stone, Water features  dramatic, award-winning custom residential architecture by Gelotte Hommas Architects. Its most engaging features are the ubiquitous wooden beams that encase the interior of the home. We’ve selected three spaces that best showcase the dramatic exposed beams. Upstairs Hallway The upstairs hallways showcase a dynamic combination of wood and stone. The ceilings …

We all know that buildings contain internal structural elements that hold the whole thing together. For years we did our best to cover up these ‘unsightly’ but necessary pieces…until now. Exposed beams, if done right, can add style, interest and charm to a home. Here are a few examples of homes that bared their framework …

A Touch of Normandy, a beautiful guesthouse designed by Gelotte Hommas Architects, proves that guesthouses can be just as stunning as a main home. This romantic cottage plays up classic, elegant design features that draw from both English and French architecture. If you’re considering building a guesthouse of your own, the following are some design …

The homeowner’s view of the surroundings is one of the reasons that choosing the right location is so important when it comes to building a home. More than pleasing to the senses, a spectacular view can have a real impact on human well-being for the better. Our Puget Sound architects gathered these tips for building a …

One of our top ten most designed home styles is by far the Bungalow, although we have definitely seen a reduction of this particular style over the last few years in the Seattle area. Our bungalow designs have been featured in magazines across the country as well as books (Creating an Old New House). Styles come and …

Having tall ceilings is definitely a bonus feature in a home. They open up the room and can make your home feel larger than it might actually be. However, sometimes a tall ceiling can feel a little too tall and you want to create a cozier, more at home feeling in the room. With the help of Gelotte …