Eggleston Farkas Architects

Although the name suggests a larger firm, E|FA operates as a sole-practitioner studio. Allan maintains the legacy name in recognition of the work he and co-founder John Eggleston did together. Clients work directly with Allan throughout their projects rather than being handed off to staff.

Design philosophy

• Contemporary designs that are sleek, aesthetic, and highly livable.
• Strong emphasis on connecting each home or cabin to its site and surrounding landscape, including views, light, topography, and gardens.
• Designs that are modern yet comfortable and practical for everyday life.
• Sensitivity to the Pacific Northwest environment, including climate, views, and natural materials.
• Close collaboration with clients, consultants, contractors, and craftspeople with a focus on what best serves the project.

Practice and client experience

• E|FA primarily serves clients in Seattle, the Puget Sound region, and the broader Pacific Northwest.
• As a sole practitioner, Allan provides personal attention on all aspects of each project.
• Prospective clients are encouraged to review the portfolio and recognition and to speak with past clients about their experiences.
• The practice works from a home office in Seattle, with appointments by request rather than set walk-in hours.

Background and credentials

Principal architect: Allan Farkas

• Founding partner of Eggleston Farkas Architects (E|FA).
• Education:
• Master of Architecture, University of Washington.
• BA in Design of the Environment, University of Pennsylvania.
• Previous professional experience includes work with Weinstein Copeland Architects and Miller|Hull Partnership, as well as hands-on experience at Hatzerim Woodworking.
• Service and recognition activities include participation on Seattle design review boards, design juries, and teaching roles at the University of Washington.

Legacy of John Eggleston (1959–2018)

• John Eggleston was a co-founder of the firm and a highly regarded architect known for design excellence, professionalism, and a practical understanding of construction and budgets.
• His collaborative, idea-focused approach continues to influence the work and culture of E|FA.

E|FA typically works on:

• Custom homes in Seattle and throughout the Puget Sound region.
• Vacation homes and cabins, including island and rural retreats.
• Remodels and additions to existing homes, including substantial alterations.
• Selected small commercial or professional spaces, such as dental clinics, when they align with the firm's design approach.

Residential focus

Most of the firm's work is residential, often on sites with distinctive characteristics such as:

• Steep slopes or complex topography.
• Water or mountain views.
• Forested or rural landscapes.
• Tight urban lots in established neighborhoods.

Projects are designed to respond to each site's constraints and opportunities while reflecting the client's priorities and daily life.

Project scale and budgets

• Projects range from modest cabins and compact homes to larger custom residences.
• The contact form on the website asks prospective clients to indicate a broad construction budget range (e.g., under $2 million, $2–$6 million, over $6 million, or private) to help gauge project scope.
• No detailed fee schedule or fixed pricing is published; budgets and fees are discussed directly with clients.

How projects typically begin

• Prospective clients are encouraged to review the portfolio to see if the work aligns with their taste and goals.
• The next step is to get in touch to discuss the project type (custom home, vacation home or cabin, remodel/addition, or other) and general timeline.
• After an initial conversation and mutual fit, E|FA works with clients to define scope, schedule, and process tailored to the specific project.

Projects include:

• Urban homes and remodels in Seattle neighborhoods (for example, Queen Anne, Belltown, View Ridge, and other city locations).
• Waterfront and view homes with connections to Lake Washington, the Puget Sound, and other Northwest landscapes.
• Cabins and retreats in rural and natural settings, including island and mountain locations.
• Lofts and adaptive reuse projects, where existing buildings are transformed into contemporary living or working spaces.
• Selected professional spaces, such as dental offices, when aligned with the firm's design approach.

Example projects (as referenced on the website)

Some named projects in the portfolio include:

• Boat Bay House – major alteration of a Seattle home with panoramic views of Seward Park, Lake Washington, and Mount Baker.
• Methow Cabin – a cabin in the Methow Valley.
• Meadow Creek House – a residence in the Blueridge neighborhood of Seattle.
• Decatur Cabin – a retreat in the San Juan Islands.
• Port Hadlock Cabin – a coastal project on the Olympic Peninsula.
• Nighthawk Retreat – a concrete-focused residence in the Cascade Foothills near Chelan, Washington.
• Hensel–Jennings Residence – a residence in the Queen Anne neighborhood of Seattle.
• Belltown Dental and Brooks Dental Studio – dental clinics recognized for distinctive design.

Geographic reach

• Primary focus on Seattle and nearby communities in the Puget Sound region.
• Additional work in San Juan Islands, Olympic Peninsula, Cascade Foothills, Methow Valley, and other Northwest locations.
• Select projects in other regions (for example, Oregon) where there is a strong fit with the client and site.

These examples illustrate the variety of contexts—urban, waterfront, rural, and mountainous—in which E|FA applies its contemporary Northwest design approach.

Lists Decatur, San Juan, Norwich, Winthrop, Portland, Queens, Pacifica, and Palo Alto as a location. Names Northwest, Oregon, Washington, San Juan, and Seattle as a service area. Areas beyond these are not published.

Primary contact

• Architect: Allan Farkas
• Phone / text: 206.283.0250
• Email: info@eggfarkarch.com
• Website contact form: Available via the Contact page on eggfarkarch.com.

E|FA works from a home office in Seattle. Appointments are by request rather than set walk-in hours.

When to get in touch

Prospective clients typically reach out when they are considering:

• A custom home.
• A vacation home or cabin.
• A remodel or addition to an existing home.
• Another project type that would benefit from contemporary Northwest residential design.

The contact form invites you to share:

• The type of project you are considering.
• Your general timeline (for example, wanting to start right away, having a flexible schedule, planning long-term, or being unsure).
• Whether you would like to subscribe to the newsletter.

Newsletter

• E|FA offers an email newsletter with updates related to the practice and projects.
• A subscription form is available on the Newsletter page of the website.
• The site states that your information will not be shared.

Selected awards

E|FA and its projects have been recognized by organizations and programs such as:

• AIA Seattle and the AIA Northwest and Pacific Region (including Honor Awards, Merit Awards, and Citations for residential work).
• Seattle Homes and Lifestyles, Seattle Magazine, and Northwest Home (including Home of the Year, Home of Distinction, and Top 50 architects lists).
• Seattle Design Center Design Achievement Awards.
• Houzz "Best of Houzz" recognition.
• Various regional and national design award programs for specific homes, cabins, and remodels.

Individual projects recognized include (among others):

• Methow Cabin (Winthrop, Methow Valley).
• Meadow Creek House (Blueridge, Seattle).
• Mathieson Residence (Queen Anne, Seattle).
• Nighthawk Retreat (Cascade Foothills, Chelan, Washington).
• Decatur Cabin (Decatur Island, San Juan Islands).
• Port Hadlock Cabin (Olympic Peninsula, Washington).
• Hensel–Jennings Residence (Queen Anne, Seattle).
• Belltown Dental and Brooks Dental Studio.

Publications and exhibitions

Projects by Eggleston Farkas Architects have appeared in a wide range of design and architecture publications and exhibitions, including:

• Architecture and design magazines such as dwell, Wallpaper*, Gray Magazine, and Residential Architect.
• Regional lifestyle publications including Seattle Homes and Lifestyles, Seattle Magazine, and other Northwest-focused outlets.
• Design and architecture books featuring contemporary homes, small houses, cabins, beach houses, and West Coast residential design.
• Exhibitions and features organized by institutions such as AIA Seattle, architecture museums, and design centers.

These awards and publications reflect the firm's longstanding focus on thoughtful, well-crafted modern residential design across a variety of sites and scales.

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