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# David Olson Architect

Original Houzz profile: [David Olson Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/david-olson-architect-pfvwus-pf~1921029978)

## Professional summary

- **Primary category:** Architects
- **Location:** Seattle, WA
- **Serves:** Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Kirkland, Bothell, Mercer Island, Yarrow Point, Beaux Arts Village, Ballard, North Beacon Hill, Rainier Valley
- **Houzz rating:** 0.0 out of 5 (0 reviews)

## About

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David Olson is a Seattle architect who provides residential and small commercial design services for new construction and remodel projects in Seattle and the Pacific Northwest.

### Services Provided

- Building Design
- Home Remodeling
- Custom Homes
- House Plans
- New Home Construction
- Home Additions
- Kitchen Design
- Sustainable Design
- Kitchen Remodeling
- Energy-Efficient Homes
- Floor Plans
- Bathroom Design
- Drafting
- Basement Remodeling
- Site Preparation
- Earthquake Retrofitting
- Construction Drawings

### Areas Served

- Seattle
- Bellevue
- Renton
- Kirkland
- Bothell
- Mercer Island
- Yarrow Point
- Beaux Arts Village
- Ballard
- North Beacon Hill
- Rainier Valley

## Business Details

| Field | Value |
| --- | --- |
| Business Name | David Olson Architect |
| Address | 1326 5th Ave., Ste. 629, Seattle, Washington 98101-2615, United States |
| Phone | (206) 953-9520 |
| Website | http://www.davidolsonarchitect.com |
| Followers on Houzz | 80 |

## Contact

- **Houzz profile:** [David Olson Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/david-olson-architect-pfvwus-pf~1921029978)
- **Website:** http://www.davidolsonarchitect.com
- **Phone:** (206) 953-9520

## Selected projects

- [Alki Beach House / West Seattle](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/alki-beach-house-west-seattle-pj-vj~59372)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 9
  - Description: The project is a major remodel of an existing beach house on Puget Sound. The house was originally built as a cabin in the early 1920s and had been remodeled many times over the years. The lower level had not been used recently as the ceiling heights were low and it had flooded during recent winter storms. The house was raised twenty-one inches in order to make the 1,600 SF lower level useable. The upper floors were demolished to expose wood framing; and framing improvements were done, and new w…
- [Floating Home 4 / Lake Union](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/floating-home-4-lake-union-pj-vj~757436)
  - Location: Not specified
  - Photos: 4
  - Description: The project is a two-story floating home in Seattle. It was recently completed and moved to it's permanent moorage on Lake Union. The wood frame building shell is built on a reinforced concrete float that is 7' deep and houses mechanical equipment, utilities, and storage space.
- [Useless Bay House / Whidbey Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/useless-bay-house-whidbey-island-pj-vj~59353)
  - Location: Freeland, WA
  - Photos: 5
  - Description: This project is an alteration and addition to an existing house on the beach. New floor area was added for a larger kitchen and new bath. The interior was remodeled throughout with new finishes; and the exterior was updated with some historic reference.
- [Mt Baker House / Seattle](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mt-baker-house-seattle-pj-vj~59351)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 11
  - Description: This project is the remodel and updating of a 1950's three bedroom house in Mt Baker which enjoys views to Lake Washington and Mt Rainier. The remodel includes a new bedroom, bath, and laundry room in the daylight basement; new windows and energy code improvements; new plumbing, electrical, lighting, and data cabling; and new cabinetwork, appliances, and finishes.
- [DNW Summer House / Decatur Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dnw-summer-house-decatur-island-pj-vj~59336)
  - Location: Anacortes, WA
  - Photos: 9
- [Floating Home 11 / Lake Union](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/floating-home-11-lake-union-pj-vj~59340)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 14
  - Description: The project is a new two-story floating home what is wood-framed construction on a reinforced, styrofoam-filled concrete float. The project totals 1,950 SF and includes public spaces and a covered terrace on the second level; and private spaces on the first level. There is a full deck on the roof.
- [Blue Ridge House / Seattle](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blue-ridge-house-seattle-pj-vj~59357)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 10
  - Description: This project was the demolition of an existing house, and construction of a new single-family house in Blue Ridge. The house is two stories plus a daylight basement, and a two-car attached garage. The house has a brick exterior, and windows and french doors with true divided lites. It is designed in a Georgian Style with many traditional details.
- [Hunts Point House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hunts-point-house-pj-vj~59484)
  - Location: Medina, WA
  - Photos: 8
- [Interlaken Place House / Capitol Hill](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/interlaken-place-house-capitol-hill-pj-vj~59374)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 3
  - Description: The project is the remodel and addition to an existing four bedroom Colonial style house and the domolition and reconstruction of the two-car garage. The addition adds a new family room on the first floor; and a new master suite on the second. The garage provides parking for four cars: two at grade , and two on lifts above the two at grade.
- [Elkhorn House / Sun Valley](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elkhorn-house-sun-valley-pj-vj~59386)
  - Location: Sun Valley, ID
  - Photos: 7
  - Description: The project is the interior remodel of an existing residence; and the addition of a new detached guest house. The addition was designed to match the scale, massing, and detailing of the existing house. It was placed to create a common entry court, and to enjoy the sounds of water running in an adjacent creek.
- [Capitol Hill House / Seattle](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/capitol-hill-house-seattle-pj-vj~59382)
  - Location: Seattle, WA
  - Photos: 5

[See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/david-olson-architect-pfvwus-pf~1921029978)

## Ideabooks

- [Khan I Sequim](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/153072220/list/khan-i-sequim) — 14 ideas
- [Flores](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/162404536/list/flores) — 5 ideas
- [Kappe Stair](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/114856737/list/kappe-stair) — 18 ideas
- [Modern / Contemporary Likes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/75561429/list/modern-contemporary-likes) — 94 ideas
- [Lidman Shiovitz](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/150168307/list/lidman-shiovitz) — 17 ideas
- [Tests have / Patel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/132799615/list/tests-have-patel) — 2 ideas
- [Mid Century](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/123743900/list/mid-century) — 15 ideas
- [Phillips Deck](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/120647802/list/phillips-deck) — 2 ideas
- [Ricks Lookout](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/113714221/list/ricks-lookout) — 17 ideas
- [Vanecko](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/107089268/list/vanecko) — 11 ideas
- [Khan](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/98714455/list/khan) — 28 ideas
- [Kitchen Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/86920346/list/kitchen-ideas) — 6 ideas

[See all 12 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/arctdolson)

## Community Q&A

**Q: door dimensions** *(in Photo Questions)*

can you tell me the height and width of the door including sidelights please? I'm wondering if this style would fit with my hall. Its really beautiful

A: Approximately 8'-0" h by 7'-0" w. The doors and sidelights are available from Simpson or Buffulen.

**Q: Painting house** *(in Design Dilemma)*

I want to paint my home and was thinking of changing the color of the white to a grey??  Not sure what to do. Maybe keep it white? I am torn. Any advice???

A: I' d paint all the white trim and siding a dark charcoal, almost black. The contrast with the brick would be stunning!

**Q: Love the paint colour - what is it??** *(in Photo Questions)*

We are painting our house which has terracotta tiles and I think the colour of your pylons and detail around the door would go beautifully. Can you tell me what it is?

A: Unfortunately the paints have been discontinued. Here are two that are close:
Columns and Beam: C2 'Alpaca' 06/06
Door: C2 'Muddy Waters' 03/04
Note that the colors that you have seen on the web will be different from the actual color. Be sure to paint samples at the job before making a final selection. Good luck, DO

**Q: Paint Colors** *(in Photo Questions)*

May I have the color of the trim and shutters?

A: The colors are no longer available; and they would likely look different from the colors on this website . I'd recommend you look at Benjamin Moore color chips and follow up with actual painted samples at the job site.

**Q: couch** *(in Photo Questions)*

ok I love that couch  could you tell me where it came from and the pillows

A: Both items were custom and selected by the designer.

**Q: Curious** *(in Photo Questions)*

Is it on sale?

A: It is not for sale at this time.

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*Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*