--- title: "Chesmore/Buck Architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/chesmore-buck-architecture-pfvwus-pf~597560854 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~597560854.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Chesmore/Buck Architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/a553ab380798eb1f_1157-w400-h400-b1-p10--.jpg address: "Bellevue, Washington 98004, United States" latitude: 47.6155 longitude: -122.2072 phone: "(425) 679-0907" website: http://www.chesmorebuck.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 14 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 169 last_updated: 2026-08-31 --- # Chesmore/Buck Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Chesmore/Buck Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/chesmore-buck-architecture-pfvwus-pf~597560854) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Bellevue, WA - **Serves:** Seattle, Bellevue, Renton, Kirkland, Redmond, Sammamish, Shoreline, Bothell, Issaquah, West Lake Sammamish, Mercer Island, Kenmore, Union Hill-Novelty Hill, Lake Forest Park, Woodinville, Kingsgate, Newcastle, Eastgate, Boulevard Park, Clyde Hill, Medina, Beacon Hill, Yarrow Point, Beaux Arts Village, Hunts Point, Ballard, North Beacon Hill - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (14 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2019), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves Chesmore/Buck Architecture is a Bellevue based design studio offering architectural services to residential and commercial clients. Founded in 1993, our office remains small to provide exceptional service to our clients. We consider each ones’ needs and desires and respond in a thoughtful way that relates to the natural and built environment. We are a small firm committed to the thoughtful design of spaces and places in the Northwest. Our projects include new homes and extensive remodels in the Bellevue, Kirkland, Mercer Island, and greater Seattle areas. We believe that when smaller groups of design professionals are involved in a project the advantage to our clients is more effectively managed quality, accuracy, and coordination. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Sustainable Design - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Green Building - Space Planning - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Basement Remodeling - Site Preparation - Earthquake Retrofitting - Construction Drawings ### Areas Served - Seattle - Bellevue - Renton - Kirkland - Redmond - Sammamish - Shoreline - Bothell - Issaquah - West Lake Sammamish - Mercer Island - Kenmore - Union Hill-Novelty Hill - Lake Forest Park - Woodinville - Kingsgate - Newcastle - Eastgate - Boulevard Park - Clyde Hill - Medina - Beacon Hill - Yarrow Point - Beaux Arts Village - Hunts Point - Ballard - North Beacon Hill ### Typical Job Cost $100,000 - 10,000,000 Typical construction costs depend on location, but range from $350-$650 per square foot. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Chesmore/Buck Architecture | | Address | Bellevue, Washington 98004, United States | | Phone | (425) 679-0907 | | Website | http://www.chesmorebuck.com | | License Number | WA 5911 | | Followers on Houzz | 169 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Chesmore/Buck Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/chesmore-buck-architecture-pfvwus-pf~597560854) - **Website:** http://www.chesmorebuck.com - **Phone:** (425) 679-0907 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - We were recently recognized in several publications as one of the top 100 Northwest architecture firms by our design peers. - Our designs have been featured in Sunset, Seattle Homes and Lifestyles, Gray, and LUXE magazines to name a few. - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2017–2019), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 14 reviews** ### Reviews **★★★★ — HU-522621, Sept. 2016** > We have worked with Dave Buck three times in the past 10 years and have found him easy to work with, very open to our ideas and always ready with ideas of his own. We would certainly work with him again. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Hi David, > > Thank you so much for taking the time to write us such a nice review on Houzz! We would love to work with you again in the future. **★★★★ — mikesuver, Sept. 2016** > If you're looking for a firm that is passionate about architecture, takes the time to understand a clients design goals and works collaboratively with the entire team, then Chesmore Buck would be a great choice for your construction project. As general contractors, we appreciate that Rick and Dave encourage our input in the planning and execution of their home designs. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Thanks for taking the time to review our work Mike. We certainly appreciate the collaboration with one of the most respected general contractors, Lockhart/Suver, that there is in the northwest. **★★★★★ — Hilary Young Design Associates, Aug. 2016** > As an interior design firm, we have worked alongside Chesmore Buck on several high end residential projects over the past fifteen years and thoroughly value the working relationship that has resulted. We have always been incredibly impressed with the finished design and our clients have been thrilled. For that reason alone, I’d happily recommend Rick, Dave and their team. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Thank you for your continued collaboration Hilary which creates outstanding architecture for our clients. **★★★★★ — Dale Nussbaum, Aug. 2016** > Rick Chesmore, Dave Buck, and the entire team at Chesmore/Buck always impress me with the quality of their work and their process. Their projects simply turn out well. > > My firm, Nussbaum Group, has worked with Chesmore/Buck for many years, on both residential and commercial projects. Their care for their clients and buildings from the start of a process through to the end, and beyond, is rare and exciting. They listen well, focus on a client's program and budget, build and support a great project team, and then masterfully create beautiful and functional spaces with exceptional attention to detail. They obviously love what they do. They also understand that great work cannot be left to chance, so they actively involve themselves in oversight of the construction process, demanding quality and continuing to advocate for the program created by the client at the start of the process. I have watched clients proudly show, and enjoy for many years, the great architectural end result. > > I highly recommend working with Chesmore/Buck. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Dale, we appreciate your wonderful review of Chesmore/Buck Architecture. You have been a very valuable asset to our team through the years and we look forward to future design collaborations with the Nussbaum Group. **★★★★★ — jawright1986, Aug. 2016** > I worked with Dave Buck from Chesmore/Buck on the design for my remodel. I love the design and what he did to bring in light. The house really caters to the view now which is wonderful. It is more than I expected and I love it, **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Jill- thank you for working with us on your remodel. Your project is a great example of what living space can be when taking full advantage of the site and encouraging natural light to filter through the house. **★★★★★ — Stuart Mcleod, Aug. 2016** > they are the best architects. Creative, honest, detailed and listeners. > I highly recommend them!! fun to work with. Work well with builders **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Stuart, we appreciate you taking the time to review our firm and the design services we have provided through the years. The most creative architecture begins with the most creative clients and you certainly fit in that category. **★★★★★ — deBoer Construction, Aug. 2016** > As a General Contractor, I worked with Rick Chesmore and his firm for close to 20 years on several new homes and remodels. > Rick is very detailed and his drawings reflect this. > He is Team oriented and works with us if we run into challenging areas. > I would recommend Rick as a Architect and enjoy working on his projects. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Thanks for taking the time to review our firm Joey. We always say that the missing piece to a successful project is the right contractor to perform the work and you have consistently been the right contractor for many of our projects. **★★★★★ — baylward, Aug. 2016** > Rick and his team were extremely professional and personal. Highest marks for their work. We like them so much that we have used for two projects. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Thank you Bob for taking the time to review our firm. We continually use your project as a great example for clients to plan the right way even if that means construction of the project in phases. You were terrific clients to work with. **★★★★★ — weiblingbeth, Aug. 2016** > Rick took our 4000 sq ft condo from the 80s and transformed it into an incredibly open, contemporary condo of 2016. The firm took us through a great program that helped us identify our ideas and "wants" and communicate them to the architects. They then used their expertise to design amazing spaces. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Thank you for taking the time to write a review of our firm Beth and Dennis. You were both ideal clients and communicated your needs and desires very well which always helps develop the best design process and ultimately the best projects. Your project is a shining example of the incredible difference a strong design process can achieve with the before and after space. **★★★★★ — sandyteper, Aug. 2016** > We worked with Rick and his team designing our new home. They really listened and were able to translate our wishes into a beautiful design. They were professional, dependable, creative and enthusiastic. They assisted us through planning and and a lengthy and complicated permitting process. Their on site visits during the build were key for the successful and timely completion of the project. I would work with them again in a heartbeat! **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Thank you for taking the time to review our firm Jeff and Sandy. We always tell perspective clients that the best projects begin with the best clients and you both were truly great to work with and were clear about your expectations and goals of the project. **★★★★★ — Cathy Boysen, Aug. 2016** > Our firm, CDK Interior Design, has had the pleasure of working on several of Chesmore Buck's custom residential projects throughout the years. Their creativity and attention to detail are evident in each project they design. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > Thank you for taking the time to review our firm Cathy and Charlotte. Your collaboration with Chesmore/Buck Architecture has created some amazing Architecture and you are such a valuable asset to our firm. **★★★★★ — Lee Zulch, Aug. 2016** > I have worked with Rick on sophisticated commercial projects and my own residence. Rick is personable and creative. Rick works closely with all the members of the design team: Structural, civil, mechanical and electrical engineers to ensure that all decisions are made prior to the start of construction to avoid change orders during the building process. This is very important so that projects finish on schedule and meet the budget. He also inspires craft workers to bring the highest level of quality to a project. I look forward to working with him again. **Comment from Chesmore/Buck Architecture:** > We appreciate you talking the time to review our firm Cindy and Lee. Your project is a great example of how remodels can change a space to a more functional and practical space but also a place that becomes warm and inviting by the selection of materials. ## Selected projects - [Lake Street Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-street-residence-pj-vj~1785203) - Location: Kirkland, WA - Photos: 13 - Description: Large retractable doors open to expansive patios and decks extending the indoor spaces to the outside. The client desired an “edgier” feel while still using warmer northwest materials. The exterior materials are primarily stained horizontal clear cedar planks from British Columbia and cor-ten steel panels wrapping the garage and stair elements and Montana ledgestone is applied to the vertical fireplace chimneys. The interior consists of smooth concrete floors, “blackened” steel staircase, expose… - [Whidbey Island Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whidbey-island-residence-pj-vj~1785890) - Location: Langley, WA - Photos: 14 - Description: The client requested a small 2,000 square foot modern retreat that would celebrate its surrounding elements while still taking advantage of the spectacular views. The house is terraced with the site and stretches the full width of the bluff with floor to ceiling glass. An exterior “ground face” CMU block wall extends through the house and becomes a visual barrier between public and private spaces. The expansive views are experienced from every space in the house. - [Semiahmoo Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/semiahmoo-residence-pj-vj~1785343) - Location: Blaine, WA - Photos: 13 - Description: Located just south of the Canadian border, this property faces views of Boundry Bay, White Rock Canada, and snow capped mountains. The owners requested the use of wood and stone with an emphasis on maximizing views from the house. - [Kirkland West of Market Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kirkland-west-of-market-remodel-pj-vj~1785947) - Location: Kirkland, WA - Photos: 9 - [Sibley Wood Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sibley-wood-residence-pj-vj~1785506) - Location: Bellevue, WA - Photos: 14 - Description: This site sets a top a high bluff with commanding views of the lake, Seattle skyline, and Mount Rainier. The main house is on one level with separate attached guest quarters for frequent visitors. The house “footprint” was designed to avoid all of the large fir trees so the wooded site would remain. The exterior is horizontal with the use of wood siding, aluminum windows, and ground face CMU block used for the base material. - [Whatcom Lake House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whatcom-lake-house-pj-vj~1785905) - Location: Bellingham, WA - Photos: 10 - Description: This rolling site is heavily wooded and consisted of an existing house the clients had lived in for 25 years. Our goal was to keep every tree on site and so the design used the existing foundation for the new 3,200 square foot structure. A bridge spans from the higher auto-court elevation to the “tree house” main floor and the expansive views of Lake Whatcom. The lower floor daylights to the existing yard and the upper floor is built as a viewing “birds nest” with a 360 degree panoramic view of… - [Meydenbauer Bay Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/meydenbauer-bay-residence-pj-vj~1968186) - Location: Medina, WA - Photos: 13 - [Medina Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/medina-residence-pj-vj~1785853) - Location: Medina, WA - Photos: 11 - Description: Situated on an extremely steep site along the shores of Lake Washington, the owners had moved to the Pacific Northwest from the east coast and desired a more traditional architecture. The long, steep, and narrow site presented many challenges during the design phase to achieve the ultimate goal of opening the house to the expansive lake and city skyline views. Covered outdoor patios and elevated decks extend the indoor spaces to the outside. - [Lake Washington Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/lake-washington-remodel-pj-vj~1967990) - Location: Kirkland, WA - Photos: 15 - [Overlake Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/overlake-residence-pj-vj~1785923) - Location: Medina, WA - Photos: 8 - [Queen Anne Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/queen-anne-remodel-pj-vj~1967687) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 7 [See all 11 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/chesmore-buck-architecture-pfvwus-pf~597560854) ## Ideabooks - [Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68920734/list/ideas) — 6 ideas - [Button](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/97128275/list/button) — 4 ideas - [Tony's](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70013012/list/tony-s) — 9 ideas - [Interior Design](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/71500686/list/interior-design) — 3 ideas - [Windsor House Courtyard](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/67972734/list/windsor-house-courtyard) — 24 ideas - [WH Trellis](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/70271331/list/wh-trellis) — 3 ideas [See all 6 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/chesmorebuck) ## Community Q&A **Q: Pendant Lights** *(in Photo Questions)* Where are the pendant lights from? Or the name/model of the lights? A: 3.8" x 13" LBL Lighting HS461-CR-SC-1B50-FSJ-Low Profile with satin nickel finish **Q: Could you tell me the name of the floor tile, please?** *(in Photo Questions)* I love the even color A: Hi Sid- the floor tile is 24" x 24" porcelain. Distributor is Statements and color is Carborne Plain. Good luck! **Q: Dining room table** *(in Photo Questions)* Could you provide the manufacture's contact information for the gorgeous live edge table? A: Hi Beth, We designed the table and received Golby Walnut slab wood from Portland and then had a company called Specialty Woods in Tacoma provide a clear sealer. If you send me your email address I can send you our design along with custom steel legs and tie rods that hold the table together. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-31.*