Modern Farmhouse Custom Home Builder in Bellingham, WA

Recruiting the Right Team for a Custom Home in Bellingham, WA

Moving across the country to build their dream retirement home in NW Washington was no small commitment. Decades of hard work led up to it, which warranted an investment in the right team – a team capable of amplifying the payoff.

The first step was finding the perfect location. Whatcom County Real Estate Pro Tim Cornwell helped this couple secure one of the best views in Bellingham. Tim understood the rocky knob with a steep slope would require a general contractor who knew building and excavation. Our team at Highline Construction was honored to get the referral.

With decades of experience in Northwest Washington, Zervas Architects joined the team to design a luxury custom home that would celebrate the property’s gorgeous location nestled among towering evergreens with an incredible view of Bellingham Bay.

Quality Craftsmanship for a High-End Performance Custom Home in Whatcom County

Beauty and durability don’t join forces by accident. There’s an investment that goes into the careful curation of quality building materials and the execution of their flawless install. It’s a craft our team has honed over tireless years of taking pride in every step of the process. With this build, and every Highline custom home build, no detail was overlooked – from the way the water drains on the exterior to create necessary durability through six months of endless Pacific Northwest moisture, to the hidden fasteners on the covered deck and attached pergola that make evenings lounging, sipping, and grilling feel completely carefree – everything was intentional. Selections of natural stone and hand-picked wood create a modern farmhouse look while celebrating the nature's beauty and the Pacific Northwest lifestyle this couple chose Bellingham, WA for.

Whatcom County's best subcontractors were brought on board to ensure quality was sustained through every step of construction. Energy efficiency was added through the incorporation of solar panels. The pro team at EcoTech Solar of Bellingham, WA provided consultation, sourcing, and installation of solar panels.

Functional Entertainment Space and Ample Storage

This couple finds great joy in entertaining friends and family. Having enough space to host large gatherings was important. The conditioned space of the home spans 4,862 SF. The garage and unconditioned storage space adds an additional 1,125 SF. In addition to the primary suite, the home includes three guest bedrooms and a full guest bathroom for hosting out-of-town guests in Bellingham, WA.

Specific design attention was put into making the kitchen an invitation to gather. A separate butler kitchen was tucked behind the main kitchen so food prep could happen out of sight, and dishes could wait for later. The main kitchen boasts gorgeous Marvin sliding doors that open to a view that never gets old. Around the corner sits a wet bar that makes cocktails easy, and a completely separate wing with a rec room means the party doesn’t have to stop at sunset.