Suncadia is unlike anywhere else in Washington State. Nestled in the eastern foothills of the Cascades near Cle Elum, it combines a four-season mountain climate, dense pine forest, and a resort community culture that values thoughtful, high-quality design. Building here is a privilege—and a responsibility. The homes that endure in Suncadia are the ones that respond honestly to the landscape: sited to capture mountain light in the morning, sheltered from winter winds, and detailed to weather the freeze-thaw cycles that come with elevation. That kind of intentionality doesn't happen by accident. It's the work of a licensed residential architect who understands both the technical demands of mountain construction and the deeply personal nature of building a home.
At Refine Design Architecture, Stone Faison and Julia Atkins lead a collaborative team of architects and designers who bring that dual expertise to every Suncadia project. We've worked across Washington State—from the San Juan Islands to the Methow Valley—and we bring the same commitment to site-specific, client-centered design to every community we serve. In Suncadia, that means fluency with community design guidelines, Kittitas County permitting, and the architectural vocabulary that fits naturally into this forested mountain setting. From a custom home built from the ground up to a thoughtful addition on an existing retreat, we guide you through every phase: pre-design research, schematic design, permit documentation, and construction administration. Our process is transparent, collaborative, and built around you. Let's design a Suncadia home that reflects who you are and how you want to live in this extraordinary place.
