Gelotte Hommas Architecture

As the economy struggles to right itself, mortgage rates have steadily increased after record lows just a few years earlier. Though many people were still reluctant to make a home purchase at the first sign of the increase, the trend seems to be reversing as an increase in August new home sales indicates. Up by …

A home without good lighting loses it’s beauty as soon as the sun sets, but a home with great lighting never skips a beat. Give your home the shining personality it deserves with the right lighting. To choose the right lighting for your home, consider the following: Contemporary Living Room by Austin Architects & Designers …

This year GHA is participating in Movember and the guys in our office have BRAVELY volunteered their faces for 30 days to help change the face of men’s health. Every participant is committing to no shaving for 30 DAYS and in the process donating $1 for every day they grow their mustache/beard bigger. At the …

If you have a passion for baking, you deserve a kitchen that can accommodate your talents and passion. The rich aroma of baked goods in the kitchen is, for many, steeped in nostalgia of good times, and it always uplifts feelings throughout the house. Whether you just dabble in cupcakes for the weekend, or make …

Part of the practicality of green architectural design is in its sustainability, as well as its durability. When considering a home that has fewer environmental impacts, consider using a green roof in your home’s design. There are many benefits to adding a green roof to your home. The green roof is versatile and can be …

When customizing and building a new home, there are plenty of options for adding to your peace of mind. One of those things is home automation. In our electronic age, there are many added conveniences, and adding automation to your home is a big one. There are several advantages to making your home automated: Security …

One of the hottest trends in home design right now are open floor plan designs, and it’s easy to see why they’re so popular. This trend really creates a dynamic space for entertaining, is super efficient for living, and can be the best flow for movement around the house. When you’re thinking of creating an …

GELOTTE HOMMAS ARCHITECTURE BRINGS ON ERIC DRIVDAHL AS PRINCIPAL Seattle, WA – Sept. 12, 2013 — GELOTTE HOMMAS ARCHITECTURE, a nationally recognized custom residential architecture firm based in Bellevue, has brought Eric Drivdahl on as the third Principal of the firm. The announcement was made by the two owners, and Principals of the firm Curtis …

As an award-winning Seattle architect, here at Gelotte Hommas, we know there are important elements of design that need to be taken into consideration when helping you achieve your dream project, whether it’s a large commercial space, or a the home of your dreams. There are six crucial elements when developing a space for commercial …

One of the things we love is seeing a local company take things global, and that’s just what Pilgrim Africa has done. In fact, we are so inspired by what they are doing we have decided to partner with them. Pilgrim Africa was founded in 2001 in response to the plight of more than 1.5 …