--- title: "Gelotte Architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/gelotte-architecture-pfvwus-pf~436300618 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~436300618.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Gelotte Architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b44312960d10e262_0546-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "2340 130th Ave NE, Suite 100, Bellevue, Washington 98005, United States" latitude: 47.615 longitude: -122.1663 phone: "(425) 828-3081" website: http://www.theartofarchitecture.com rating: 5 review_count: 15 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 974 last_updated: 2026-09-05 --- # Gelotte Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Gelotte Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/gelotte-architecture-pfvwus-pf~436300618) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Bellevue, WA - **Serves:** Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Redmond, Sammamish, Bothell, Issaquah, West Lake Sammamish, Mercer Island, Kenmore, Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Lake Forest Park, Woodinville, Newcastle, Hobart, Clyde Hill, Medina, Yarrow Point, Beaux Arts Village, Hunts Point, Ballard - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (15 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2012–2025), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - High-end - 36 years in business We are artists. We design homes that reflect the lives of the people who inhabit them, the people who drink their morning coffee at the counter and who curl up next to the fireplace on rainy days. We tell their stories through light, space, and that perfect gesture that makes a house a home. Every brick, every shingle, every color converges to compose a single story. The entirety of our design process–from the first evaluation of the land to the final selection of the cabinet hardware–centers on dialog with our clients. Each step is service and each choice, artistry. Each home is a new and fascinating story, ready to inspire us anew. This is the art of architecture. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - Home Additions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Green Building - Space Planning - Universal Design - Home Restoration - Project Management - Home Gym Design & Construction ### Areas Served - Seattle - Bellevue - Kirkland - Redmond - Sammamish - Bothell - Issaquah - West Lake Sammamish - Mercer Island - Kenmore - Union Hill-Novelty Hill - Lake Forest Park - Woodinville - Newcastle - Hobart - Clyde Hill - Medina - Yarrow Point - Beaux Arts Village - Hunts Point - Ballard ### Typical Job Cost $1 million - 10 million We provide full-service architectural design and interior detailing for custom residential projects—large and small—throughout the greater Pacific Northwest and beyond. Projects typically begin around $600+ per square foot (construction cost), with architecture fees generally 5%–16%. We offer complimentary meet-and-greets, as well as paid site visits and feasibility studies to help you clarify scope and assemble the right team. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Gelotte Architecture | | Address | 2340 130th Ave NE, Suite 100, Bellevue, Washington 98005, United States | | Phone | (425) 828-3081 | | Website | http://www.theartofarchitecture.com | | Followers on Houzz | 974 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/gelottearchitecture/ - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/gelotte-architecture/ - Blog — http://www.theartofarchitecture.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Gelotte Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/gelotte-architecture-pfvwus-pf~436300618) - **Website:** http://www.theartofarchitecture.com - **Phone:** (425) 828-3081 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Licensed Architects. Built-Green Member Firm. - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2012–2025), for Design, Service. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [NAHB Remodelers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-remodelers-pfvwus-pf~597469654) - [LEED AP](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/leed-ap-pfvwus-pf~1386238498) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 15 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★★ — User, July 2017** > From the start, working together with Eric and Tom has not only been first-class, but fun! It's clear that the team at Gelotte Hommas Drivdhal is extremely knowledgeable and client-focused, with great communication and creative, efficient problem-solving concepts. We would highly recommend them for any client's custom home! **★★★★★ — lynnc, Dec. 2014** > We hired Gelotte Hommas to design our main home. We worked directly with Scott Hommas and Eric Drivdahl. The team did a great job helping us to select what we would want in a home without going overboard. I also felt like our team really listened to how we lived and what we wanted. A good test of whether or not it was a good project is if you are happy in the end - we are THRILLED. We also don't have anything that we would change which means they helped us think of everything up front. I highly recommend Gelotte Hommas! **★★★★★ — jeanniemu, Nov. 2013** > We highly recommend Gelotte Hommas. Our building is beautiful. We were disappointed our budget was exceeded and the time to build took much longer than anticipated or promised, but the final product is amazing. We have them working on another project for us currently. **★★★★★ — Hyde Evans Design, Nov. 2013** > My name is Barbara Hyde Evans. I have an interior design firm in Seattle, Wa, and have had the opportunity to work with Gelotte Hommas Architects on several projects. > This is a large firm, that does a lot of work on the Eastside. Matter of fact a trip around Lake Washington with a member of this firm and they would point out nearly every other home as something they designed! > They have had many years of experience and success. I've worked with Curtis Gelotte, Scott Hommas Eric Drividahl, and Tatiana Tessel. All very successfully. > A good, honest firm that delivers a fine product and develops relationships with clients that last a life time. From very contemporary, to very traditional, even to outlandish, this firm does it all and does it well. **★★★★★ — chelle60, Aug. 2013** > We are so glad we selected Gelotte Hommas and Curtis Gelotte to design our new home. He totally got our "vision" and quickly put together drawings that we could agree upon. > Our house turned out beautifully and flows so well. All the rooms are united and we use every single inch of the house. > Curtis designed the outdoor deck space to capture the views and also create an area that is resort like in feel. We love this space the most and have spent a lot of time outside this summer. > A most wonderful experience! **★★★★★ — macodespoti, Aug. 2013** > We worked with Gelotte Hommas Architecture to design a contemporary home for us that took advantage of a 15,000 square foot lot on a bluff that has views of a lake and mountain range. The lot slopes from east to west. Their design approach considered the lot, views, environment, our lifestyle and budget. At each phase of the process, we met to review the overall design and changes. They offered great ideas on incorporating elements that met our lifestyle criterion, and provided additional views on how certain features could contribute to our desired outcome. For example, we had a great room concept, but wanted some way to feel that the living area was separate from the kitchen. They came up with a great idea to incorporate a wood ceiling element in the living room that created a sense of separation and added an interesting design element to the room. The team had a great attitude; always being willing to consider requested changes, while being sure such changes did not create issues with the overall design, functionality or budget. We would highly recommend Gelotte Hommas. They offer relevant thinking, are diverse in their design approach, professional, flexible and extremely knowledgeable. **★★★★★ — Great Northwest Door Company, April 2013** > We have had the recent opportunity to work with the fine people at Gelotte Hommas Architecture. The project was a home in Kirkland, WA and the degree of difficulty was quite high on this remodel. All that was required was to turn a 10+ year old home into one that appears to be about 400 years old but designed and constructed with every technological advance possible. They were able to provide the level of detail necessary to make our jobs in the field and the shop much easier. They did an amazing job. Thanks for allowing us to be part of your creation. Hopefully, we will have other opportunities to work with this company again. **★★★★★ — krhule, Dec. 2012** > Curtis Gelotte of Gelotte Hommas participated in the 2005 Seattle Street of Dreams. MR. Gelotte designed the Melange, a Frank Lloyd Wright inspired Prairie Style Northwest Contemporary. I purchased this home in December of 2005, shortly after the shown concluded with over 120,000 attendees paying $20 per ticket to view 7 custom homes by the Seattle areas most distinguished Architects and Builders. > Since purchasing our home, which happens to be in a private, gated neighborhood, we have been approached, our home and yard photographed and published in a number of high end home and designer magazines. While researching home theatre equipment, i noticed my home gracing the cover of a home theatre magazine that I happened to be reading. > None of this attention has been solicited. This is quite simply the result of a Curtis Gelotte home! > Since we bought our home at the completion of the project, we didnt have the pleasure of working with Curtis Gelotte during the design and construction phase. That being said, i reference the asbuilts frequently and the various dealings I've had with the contractors on the project have led to. Numerous discussions praising Curtis Gelotte as perhaps the PNW's most brilliant residential architect! > I would absolutely recommend Gelotte Hommas for the design of your dream home or project. I plan on asking Gelotte Hommas to design a pool house/guest residence behind our pool this next year. > Sincerely, > Ken Rhule **★★★★★ — Bob Talbott Construction, Oct. 2012** > I am a custom residential General Contractor, hired by a GHA client to build a high end "Accessory Building". This is my first experience working with Gelotte Hommas Architecture and I have been delightfully surprised. Not only is the level of creative detail unsurpassed, the level of integrity and attention to the desires and needs of both the client and contractor have been exceptional. I have found the architect and job captain both to be great team players and very responsive to issues that arise in the process of developing a complex facility. They have been instrumental in bringing together and coordinating a group of talented professionals to participate in the various aspects of the project. > I woud not hesitate to recommend them to any client looking for a top notch > team to design their dream. **★★★★★ — ccoulter1963, Oct. 2012** > Curt Gelotte designed our fabulous custom home. We planned for this to be our first and last home we were going to build, so we had to get it right. He was able to start working with us, even though we hadn't relocated from overseas. We gave him a floor plan and a few ideas and he was able to create a beautiful custom style that was more than we could have envisaged. Curt and his team were great to work with and if we were ever to build again we wouldn't hesitate to use him again. He puts so much into his designs he really becomes part of the family. He chooses his staff similarly, and so they are seamless team of professional where they always were available and able to assist. He worked well with our Builder and we completed on time and within budget. **★★★★★ — laughlover, Sept. 2012** > Scott Hommas and his team provided the complete home design package from start to finish, including design, engineering, and project management. This was our first time through such an endeavour and Scott and team provided the perfect level of pampering and patience. Scott has been gifted with the ideal balance of artistic talent and intellectual know how; which is complimented by his vast experience of most styles and types of houses. > > Our house is a Northwest Contemporay design, which because of the lot had many complexities associated with it. Scott adroitly solved all the problems, with minimal cost escalations. We had a tight budget which they adhered to without sacrificing the scope and feel of the house. > > I was also impressed how well Scott and team were about designing the house to satisfy the rigors of permitting a building project in Bellevue. The process went smooth with virtually no bick hiccups. > > If you want the highest quality architect experience, a street of dreams quality home, with minimal hassles you need to go with this team. **★★★★★ — carapace, Nov. 2011** > Scott Hommas designed a wonderful English Arts & Crafts home for us. He listened to us and was willing to suggest ways we could use our craft & design abilities to create architectural details that readily fit into the overall technical plans. Four years later we still love it and enjoy how things (windows, doors, kitchen sink) seem to be "in the right place" for the way we live. ## Selected projects - [Contemporary Classic](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-classic-pj-vj~7800054) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - [Ratio House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ratio-house-pj-vj~2946502) - Location: Kirkland, WA - Photos: 15 - [Woodway Manor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/woodway-manor-pj-vj~308515) - Location: Woodway, WA - Photos: 26 - Description: This over 5,000 sq ft home captures the feel of the grand old European manor houses by appearing as a large home that was expanded over the centuries, with each “addition” being harmonious, but a bit different. Specialty rooms such as a cider press room, two-story library, gift wrapping room, sports den, wine cellar, and enclosed pool/spa area make this a family-oriented estate. A thoroughly modern kitchen retains its old world charm with floor tiles imported from Tuscany, retrofitted antique pl… - [Redmond Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/redmond-retreat-pj-vj~2589093) - Location: Redmond, WA - Photos: 12 - Description: Located on an expansive suburban lot, Scott Hommas' Redmond Retreat project blends architecture and landscaping to celebrate the beauty of the Pacific Northwest. The stone, glass, and wood exterior exudes a sense of timeless permanence, and invites residents and guests to rest in the beauty of nature. - [A Touch of Normandy](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-touch-of-normandy-pj-vj~510339) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: A stunning stone guest house and pool reminiscent of times past. Stunning architecture meets modern luxury in this exquisite project. THE DESIGN TEAM Completed: 2014 Principal: Curtis Gelotte Project Manager: Tatiana Tessel Contractor: Bob Talbott Construction Interior Designer: Hyde Evans Design Structural Engineer: Voelker Engineering Landscape Architect: Darwin Webb Landscape Design Surveyor: Triad Associates Pool Contractor: Aqua Tech Photographer: Ben Benschneider - [Sammamish Tuscan Estate](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sammamish-tuscan-estate-pj-vj~40315) - Location: Sammamish, WA - Photos: 48 - Description: • 9,600 square feet • A mix of pre-cast masonry and stone give permanence to this Tuscan inspired design • Prominent display of mosaic tile work, marble, granite, travertine, and iron work detailing • 15-foot kitchen island • Barrel, groin-vaulted and coffered ceilings give an old-world feeling to the interior spaces • Great room features a second-story arched gallery • Office connected to master suite by a discrete stairway Photography: Michael Walmsley Builder: Hamish Anderson Custom Homes Lan… - [Cedar Haven](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cedar-haven-pj-vj~7939) - Location: Carnation, WA - Photos: 20 - Description: Cedar Haven This home is truly a forest haven inspired by the cedar trees and tranquility that the surrounding area gives. The homeowners wanted to bring that tranquility and natural peace into the design and details of their new home. Built on a site where a previous log home was, the homeowners wanted it to feel like it belong to the site but didn’t want a log home. The goal was to deliver a rustic home with contemporary detailing. The sculpture-quality, spiral staircase with its tapered posts… - [Glassworks Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/glassworks-remodel-pj-vj~221854) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: This gorgeous remodel added a Moroccan themed exterior living area, an exterior cooking area as well as a slight face lift to the rear exterior of the home. The entire area is covered with multiple areas to sit and relax by the outdoor gas fireplace. Everything about this space welcomes you to summer entertaining. - [English Craftsman](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/english-craftsman-pj-vj~1575888) - Location: Port Townsend, WA - Photos: 34 - Description: ENGLISH STYLE CRAFTSMAN IN THE HEART OF PORT TOWNSEND This traditional style English craftsman home in Port Townsend was inspired by the architecture of Charles Voysey. The traditional features of a craftsman style home including windows with stained and leaded glass, beamed ceilings, dark wood wainscoting and moldings, and built-in cabinets, and shelving. - [Casa Del Sol](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/casa-del-sol-pj-vj~31650) - Location: San Juans, WA - Photos: 27 - Description: A Seattle Homes & Lifestyles Home of the Year • A tower, reminiscent of an old silo, doubles as a wildlife lookout and game room • Numerous French doors blur the boundaries between indoors and outdoors • Custom glass railings rise to form windscreens that shelter the covered patio that includes a fireplace, barbecue, bistro oven, smoker and deep fryer • The master suite is wrapped in glass on three sides to take advantage of the tremendous views - [Lakefront Splendor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakefront-splendor-pj-vj~7956) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 26 - Description: Lakefront Splendor Details. Details. Details. Built in the 1980’s, this home was completely monochromatic in its interior and exterior design. The challenge was to update the house cosmetically with fine details and rich, colorful finishes. From the metal Juliet balconies, staining on the soffits, to the flush-base on the wall trims, no detail was left un-thought or un-finished. Walls were opened up in the great room to create more depth of light and space, an awkward space between the house and… - [Northwest Perspective](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northwest-perspective-pj-vj~307573) - Location: Kirkland, WA - Photos: 20 - Description: 4,500 SF custom home Contemporary Northwest style Light filled great room style living Designed for a family with young children. View property In the "Infinity" development in Kirkland - [Hillcrest Farm - Street of Dreams](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hillcrest-farm-street-of-dreams-pj-vj~40391) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 46 - Description: This 7,300 square feet farm is a mixture of stone and wood that give an air of permanence to the immaculate home. Open and light-filled farm house design featuring Chef John Howie, of Seastar Restaurant and Raw Bar, consulted on the kitchen design that includes a separate preparation area, bistro oven and extra-large pantry Master bath grotto flows out to a private trellis-covered courtyard. - [Lakeside Lookout](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lakeside-lookout-pj-vj~12290) - Location: Kirkland, WA - Photos: 16 - Description: A custom Mediterranean-style home on the shores of Lake Washington in Seattle breathes openness and luxury. You can find the interior designer of this project, Gregory Carmichael, on Houzz as well! - [House in a Mountain Meadow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/house-in-a-mountain-meadow-pj-vj~67894) - Location: Issaquah, WA - Photos: 21 - Description: Tall, open spaces and small, intimate spaces separated by a defining exterior concrete wall that runs from the garages, through the home and out the other side. This home is tucked into the hillside to be virtually invisible from above and below while providing an isolated view from the home. - [A Coastal Cove House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-coastal-cove-house-pj-vj~164324) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - Description: • 3,000 square feet • Designed and built around family entertaining • The use of large windows throughout the home helps flood the interiors with natural light • Large covered circular outdoor cooking area lends year-round utilization - [The Woods Outback](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-woods-outback-pj-vj~105484) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [A Storybook Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-storybook-cottage-pj-vj~31603) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 25 - Description: From the outside the retrofitted copper plated roof and red window casing gives this cottage storybook charm, but from the inside, it's a different story with a bit more contemporary twist. Gelotte Hommas Drivdahl Architecture flawlessly blends antiquity with contemporary in this 1922 cottage restoration. - [Westview Manor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/westview-manor-pj-vj~286911) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 22 - Description: This upscale colonial style home has a magnificent open floor plan, and luxurious french infused interiors. From the brushed silver bathtub, to the red and orange striped bathroom and beyond, this home is truly a work of art. - [Fallen Maples](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/fallen-maples-pj-vj~270807) - Location: Grand Ridge, WA - Photos: 17 - Description: • 4,600 square feet • Soaring, light-filled great room focuses on a woodland meadow • 4-Star Built Green® certification • Cabinets and interior wood trim are made from the trees harvested on the site [See all 36 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/gelotte-architecture-pfvwus-pf~436300618) ## Ideabooks - [1917 Harp Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/132666533/list/1917-harp-ideas) — 12 ideas - [Outdoor Spaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/120166430/list/outdoor-spaces) — 48 ideas - [Home Offices](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119484704/list/home-offices) — 9 ideas - [Destination Bathtubs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/118572756/list/destination-bathtubs) — 7 ideas - [Stunning Stairs](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/119245744/list/stunning-stairs) — 20 ideas - [\#PlayHouzz](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/64894659/list/playhouzz) — 7 ideas - [Luxury Residential Home Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/22747500/list/luxury-residential-home-design) — 7 ideas - [Gelotte Hommas's ideas - Cedar Haven](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/168129/list/gelotte-hommas-s-ideas-cedar-haven) — 8 ideas - [English Countryside Design Inspiration](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20088164/list/english-countryside-design-inspiration) — 10 ideas - [Westview Mannor](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15236835/list/westview-mannor) — 22 ideas - [A storybook cottage by Gelotte Hommas Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1404184/list/a-storybook-cottage-by-gelotte-hommas-architecture) — 22 ideas - [Luxury living in the heart of Bellevue](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8188325/list/luxury-living-in-the-heart-of-bellevue) — 16 ideas - [The perfect beach retreat](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/7370939/list/the-perfect-beach-retreat) — 19 ideas - [A Man Cave Like No Other](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5447918/list/a-man-cave-like-no-other) — 16 ideas - [A Pacific Northwest dream home](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5178124/list/a-pacific-northwest-dream-home) — 13 ideas - [Hatari](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4951572/list/hatari) — 33 ideas - [Glass](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4700902/list/glass) — 13 ideas - [Our five most popular projects broken down by paint color!](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4700069/list/our-five-most-popular-projects-broken-down-by-paint-color) — 7 ideas - [Using concrete inside your home to achieve that "homey" feel](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3675740/list/using-concrete-inside-your-home-to-achieve-that-homey-feel) — 20 ideas - [Hillcrest Farm](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1838920/list/hillcrest-farm) — 46 ideas [See all 30 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/gelottearchitecture) ## Community Q&A **Q: What color are the walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you please share your paint selection? A: These walls are painted in "Captivating Cream" by Sherwin Williams 6659 **Q: What exact color is on the wall. The jalapeño or copper harbor??** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Sorry...a bit slow on the uptake! Jalapeno! **Q: Paint color** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi. Can you tell me what the light paint color is? A: It's actually a stucco finish. But the color is something similar to SW 6105 'Divine While' or SW 0053 'Porcelain'. **Q: What product is on the pillar?** *(in Photo Questions)* I am looking for something like that. Something that doesn’t require a corner piece. A: We stained and then mitered doug-fir boards using a rain-screen application method. The most common product (but requires corner boards) is the Longboard siding syetem, https://longboardfacades.com/ **Q: Do you know who the manufacturer of the drawer pulls? Very cool!** *(in Photo Questions)* A: I wish we did! The home owner selected these. However, whenever we need to go looking for cool cabinet pulls, we start with these guys: https://www.chown.com/ **Q: Fireplace surround material** *(in Photo Questions)* what type of stone is on the firplace A: Well...unfortunately, the supplier that furnished this stone is not in business anymore. The stone is 'high cascade granite' that was supplied out of Vancouver, BC. The nearest thing we know of is this product: http://www.marenakos.com/products/ledgestones-squares-recs/whitetail-granite/ --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-05.*