Cle Elum sits at the gateway to the Central Cascades, where the wet west-slope forests give way to open ponderosa pine stands, wide sky, and the broad Kittitas Valley. It is a place that rewards architecture done with intention—homes that frame the Stuart Range, shelter against winter snowloads, and breathe in the long dry summers. Refine Design Architecture is a licensed Washington State residential architecture firm serving Cle Elum and the surrounding area, and we are the team homeowners reach for when they search for the best residential architects near them. Founded by Principal Architects Stone Faison and Julia Atkins, our studio brings deep design expertise, hands-on client collaboration, and a thorough understanding of Kittitas County permitting and zoning to every project we take on. Whether you are envisioning a new custom home on a forested ridge, a thoughtful addition to an existing cabin, or a full renovation that modernizes a beloved mountain retreat, our team is equipped to guide you from the very first conversation through the day your contractor hands over the keys. We choreograph light, views, and circulation so that every room connects you to the landscape you chose when you decided to build in Cle Elum. Our detailed construction documents give local builders exactly what they need to price and execute the work with precision. From pre-design feasibility through construction administration, Refine Design Architecture delivers the caliber of residential architecture that the Cle Elum community deserves.
