The Art of the Pool House

This article was originally published by DTF Design. When a tech savvy couple from Northern California found and purchased a rare and tranquil 5-acre property in Redmond, WA, they knew they wanted to take advantage of the peaceful setting and build their dream home and accompanying pool house. With years of thought and planning going …

Ratio House Goes RED

We’re honored to announce our participation in the Luxe RED Awards. GHDA founding architect Curtis Gelotte’s Ratio Project is competing for the best major restoration or renovation. Here’s a glimpse into the story behind this luxury home remodel. The Problem Originally constructed in the 1970s, this home failed to take advantage of its sublime natural …

Whimsy in the Details

Great design thrives in the details. In the particular curve of a staircase. In meticulously crafted eaves. In the blending of a home into the hillside. It creates character in a luxury home and fosters a constant state of curiosity for homeowner and guest alike. Seattle architecture company  Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl’s Lakefront Gothic project relishes …

8 Superb Outdoor Entertaining Spaces

As we head into the extended Fourth of July weekend, we can’t help but think of all the BBQs, family reunions, pool parties, and lake house gatherings that launch the true Pacific Northwest summer season. Independence Day weekend presents an opportunity for laidback, fun-in-the-sun memories with friends and family, so we’ve gathered a few of …

Cedar Shingle Cottage

GHA restores storybook character to a historic Seattle home.

A Bright, Seaside Getaway for All Seasons

Find warmth in an inviting coastal vacation home.

Finding Warmth in an Eclectic Home Library

All avid readers dream of a luxury home library where they can get lost in the pages of a good book. The eclectically designed Medina lake house, Hitari, showcases a unique, romantic library that is sure to pique the interest of any book lover. Here’s how GHDA and this homeowner blended tone, structure, eclectic interests, and imagination to create …

A Home for Tennis

When our clients dream big, Gelotte Hommas Architecture turns zoning restrictions into creative opportunities.

Indulge Your Inner Sommelier With a Custom Wine Cellar

Wine is a passion and a past-time for many people. It is something to be enjoyed and shared, but when a collection has reached a critical mass it becomes necessary to create a space dedicated to the nectar of the gods. If you are thinking that a wine cellar may be needed in your home …

Concrete Turns Cozy in House in a Mountain Meadow

When one thinks of a romantic meadow, concrete walls and chrome finishes rarely come to mind. However, Gelotte Hommas’ Redmond residential architects designed House in a Mountain Meadow as a stunning example of a how a contemporary design aesthetic can be both industrial and warm, modern and romantic. Below are several design features that make …