This home sits at the top of a hill in the Somerset neighborhood of Bellevue, on a steep and compact site with expansive, 180-degree views. From the Olympic Mountains to the Cascades, including Mount Baker, the horizon stretches uninterrupted. Both the Seattle and Bellevue skylines are visible from the property.

The design responds directly to the view. The home’s most important spaces are located on the upper level, where the great room, kitchen, and dining area open to a large, covered deck. This level functions as the primary living space, fully oriented toward the panorama.

Entry occurs below, where a double-height volume connects the arrival sequence to the great room above. This vertical space draws natural light into the lower level and establishes a clear visual connection between floors.

The lower level contains additional bedrooms and support spaces, organized efficiently within the compact footprint. The structure steps carefully with the slope, minimizing excavation while maintaining strong indoor–outdoor connections.

The architecture is restrained and minimalist. Clean lines, large openings, and a simple material palette allow the views to take precedence. The house acts as a frame for the landscape rather than competing with it.

A stringent HOA approval process was successfully completed, ensuring the design met neighborhood standards while preserving the clarity of the architectural concept.

The result is a home defined by its horizon, where light, sky, and mountain views shape daily life.

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