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 …

Unique Seattle Architecture: A Storybook Cottage

A long, long time ago in a far away land, visionary artists crafted charming homes that captured the imagination and inspired whimsy. That time was the 1920s, and that far away land is Los Angeles, California. And those captivating, whimsical homes are dubbed storybook houses. As Hollywood’s influence flourished, audiences leaped at the opportunity to …

O Romeo, Romeo: The Delights of a Juliet Balcony

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

Cedar Shingle Cottage

GHA restores storybook character to a historic Seattle home.

Storybook Style in Seattle

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