Construction is in progress at Bellden Cafe in Bellevue! This initial buildout in a new building on Main Street will bring a bright beach cafe inspired coffee spot, with a design that borrows from Scandinavian ideas. The simplicity in layout, materials, and colors, paired with a few decorative touches, will make for a unique destination. We are excited to see this project getting started, and we'll be sure to show off more soon! 

Our Kirkland remodel project is in the works. In order to keep the exterior look of the home cohesive and modern, the exterior has a mid-century inspired aesthetic. Dark colors give the house a chic style and an uncomplicated feel. Happy Mood Board Monday!

By creating a comprehensive collection of inspiration images for the mood board, and referencing it periodically as the project progresses, you and your designer will be able to build a final design that clearly reflects your desired outcome for the space. If you have a future project in mind, I recommend gathering images as early in possible. That way you are ready to hit the ground running when it comes time to start the process. Happy collecting!

We appreciate the usefulness of a well-designed screen that is both aesthetically pleasing and a powerful workhorse. Need to divide a space without constructing permanent walls? Either a freestanding or ceiling hung partition could be the answer. Maybe you want to obscure an unsightly view of the neighbor’s garage. A screen that lets light filter through while obscuring the view could enhance your living space. How about providing some privacy with acoustic benefits in an open office layout? Yes, there are partitions for that too. We even found a screen with built-in storage. Enjoy perusing some of our favorite screen time options.

Facet by 3form

BuzziZone by BuzziSpace

Nomad System by Mio

Nebula by Tacchini

FeltWall by B&B Italia

Forget the blue tape - here are some great projects where paint goes beyond coloring between the lines and actually defines space, surfaces, and light.

We love the graphic effect of this yellow painted "mantle".

Overpainting casings provide heft and stature to an otherwise standard door opening.

Black painted "wainscoting" provides contrast and depth.

Orange accent trim creates the illusion of dynamic movement with a pop of color.

Black paint on the ceiling and floor defines a smaller space within the larger space.

An otherwise subtle light fixture is given prominence by dramatic painted "light" on the facade.

1. books under cover

With the holidays right around the bend we’re thinking it’s time for the card table and folding chairs to get an upgrade: here is some furniture that makes us want to sit at the kids table this season:

Even the littlest guest can partake in the festivities in these beautifully designed high chairs.

"Design demands that one understands the order. An architect can build a house and build a city in the same breath, if he only thinks about it as being a marvelous expressive inspired expressive realm." - Louis I. Kahn

Enjoy!!