How Juliet Balconies Add to Home Design

“O Romeo, Romeo, wherefore art thou Romeo?” Juliet balconies blur the boundaries between indoor and outdoor living. Bellevue architect Eric Drivdahl took full advantage of a Juliet balcony when he transformed an attic bedroom into a master suite. During his Seattle remodel of a custom storybook house, Eric sought ways to maximize light in this …

5 Backyard Destinations

Home is more than the roof and walls that offer shelter. It’s the unique way a kitchen reflects your personality, how the front door welcomes you in, and how the customized landscaping entices you to linger longer in your backyard. Luxury home designs weave the best of architecture, interior design, and landscaping together into a …

A Balcony for Breakfasts

“Architecture is really about well-being. I think that people want to feel good in a space…On the one hand it’s about shelter, but it’s also about pleasure.”  – Zaha Hadid Environment and Design Summers are an oft overlooked gem of the Pacific Northwest. Long expanses of daylight, bright mornings, days fit for fun, and warm …

O Romeo, Romeo: The Delights of a Juliet Balcony

GHA explores the merits of a Juliet balcony in a Seattle storybook home.

Storybook Style in Seattle

GHA partners with two homeowners to remodel a historic storybook house.