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First impressions matter. A home’s exterior design doesn’t only impact curb appeal. It also impacts how you feel as you approach your own front door…the delight of walking up the front walkway and entering your sanctuary. It’s how welcome your guests feel at the first approach. It’s seeing your style manifested in every detail. The …

“Home” is a deeply personal concept. The visions, smells, sounds, and textures it conjures in the imagination are unique to each individual. It’s personal, yet it’s also universal. Maya Angelou writes that, “the ache for home lives in all of us, the safe place where we can go as we are and not be questioned.” …

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 …

The gorgeous Pacific Northwest is known for having a relaxed yet refined style. Simplicity and functionality play key rolls in everything from our clothes to our homes. An excellent example of this unique aesthetic is this very Pacific Northwest design. Contemporary Exterior by Bellevue Architects & Building Designers Gelotte Hommas Architecture Although the lines are straight, …