About
dilljames architecture is a Seattle-based architecture and interiors studio creating thoughtful residential and light commercial spaces across Washington. Our work integrates architecture and interior design to shape cohesive environments that are both functional and enduring.
Our approach is grounded in design curiosity, environmental responsibility, and close collaboration with our clients. Each project is shaped by its context and guided by a careful balance of form, function, and craft.
Team
dilljames architecture is a collaborative studio of architects, designers, and interior specialists working together to shape each project. Our team brings experience across residential and commercial architecture, interiors, and construction, allowing us to approach projects from multiple perspectives.
We believe strong design emerges through collaboration. Ideas are developed collectively within the studio, drawing on the strengths and expertise of the entire team.
Principal, Architect
Dillon founded dilljames architecture in 2023 and is a registered architect in Washington state. His career started in the greater Seattle area at a commercial architecture firm. Once licensed, he shifted focus to co-found an architectural design studio and a pre-fabricated micro home company in Spokane. However, his love for the Pacific Northwest brought him back west.
What truly fuels his spirit is his love for adventure photography and hiking around the Cascade Mountains. These trips inspire him and infuse his designs with a deep connection to the natural world.
Dillon received his B.S. and Master of Architecture from Washington State University and is certified by the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards.
Principal
Trevor joined dilljames architecture in 2024. He has spent the previous 8 years at a large design firm in Seattle. At his core, he believes that design is a unique collaboration between people with different backgrounds, personalities, and opinions. It’s these differences that make the design process so invigorating yet so challenging to navigate.
He has always worked to create opportunities for people of all walks of life to freely share thoughts and ideas because good design only comes when there is a diversity of perspective and a willingness to learn from one another.
Trevor received his B.S. and Master of Architecture from Washington State University.
Director of Interiors
Cole joined dilljames architecture in 2025. He received this Bachelors degree in Interior Design from Washington State University.
Architectural Designer
Sydney joined dilljames architecture in 2026. She received her B.S. and Master of Architecture from Washington State University.
Architectural Designer
Wyat joined dilljames architecture in 2025. He received this B.Arch from Washington State University.
Design Philosophy
Architecture tells the story of how people live, gather, and experience place. Every project begins with the people who will inhabit it and the place it belongs to. Through design, we shape environments that support daily life while reflecting the character of their surroundings.
The best work emerges through collaboration. By bringing together diverse perspectives, ideas are tested, refined, and strengthened, allowing each project to evolve into something meaningful and enduring.
Approach
Designing a building is a layered process that moves from early ideas to detailed construction documents. Our role is to guide clients through each step with clarity, intentional design, and careful coordination.
Every project begins with understanding the people, the place, and the goals behind the work. We start with conversations about how the space should function, how it should feel, and how it relates to its surroundings. Early in this phase we also review zoning regulations, site constraints, and key permit considerations to establish a clear framework for the design.
With the project goals established, we begin exploring concepts that shape the overall direction of the design. We study layout, form, light, and circulation while integrating architectural and interior ideas from the start. This phase is collaborative and iterative, allowing the project to evolve as we test possibilities and refine the design together.
As the design develops, we coordinate with trusted builders and consultants to understand site conditions and construction constraints early in the process. This collaboration helps inform site-specific detailing and practical design decisions. We also prepare preliminary budgeting to help ensure the project remains aligned with the overall financial goals.
Once the design direction is established, we develop a coordinated set of permit drawings that communicate the project to the local jurisdiction and demonstrate compliance with zoning regulations and building codes. These drawings establish the core architectural and building system information that defines the project. We manage the permit submission and respond to review comments as needed to help move the project forward.
As the project advances, we may further develop the drawings with additional detailing and coordination to support contractor pricing and construction. Depending on the needs of the project, this work may occur before, during, or after permit review to maintain project momentum. If a contractor has not yet been selected, we can also prepare bid documents and assist with the contractor selection process.
During construction we remain involved with the contractor and project team to support the realization of the design. Through site visits, coordination, and ongoing communication, we help translate the drawings into a carefully built space.
Throughout every phase, our goal is to serve as a steady partner for our clients, providing guidance and clarity as the project moves from concept to completion.
Services
We offer architectural and interior design services for both residential and commercial projects. From concept through construction, our full-service approach guides projects from initial design through permitting and construction. Our services can span the entire process or be tailored to specific phases depending on the needs of the project.
Architectural Design
Our architectural work focuses on shaping buildings that respond to their site, program, and context. We work across a range of project types and scales, including:
- New construction
- Custom single family residences and designer spec homes
- Remodels and additions
- Tenant improvements
- Feasibility studies and site planning
- Programming and test fits
Interior Architecture
Interior design is integrated into our work from the earliest stages of a project. By considering interior spaces alongside the architecture, we create cohesive environments where layout, materials, and light work together. Services may include:
- Interior space planning
- Room-specific design
- Built-in elements and millwork
- Material and finish selection
- Lighting coordination
Every project is different, but our commitment remains the same: thoughtful design that responds to the goals of our clients, the realities of the site, and the practical needs of construction.
Want to work with us?
For new project inquiries, fill out the form or shoot us an email at studio@dilljames.com to start the conversation: