We are a boutique custom residential design firm specializing in timeless PNW modern architecture and interiors throughout the Puget Sound area. We embrace a less is more philosophy and combine a joyful, collaborative spirit with a passion for quality architecture and craftsmanship. Expect a smooth, enjoyable design and construction process resulting in a distinctly beautiful and extraordinarily livable home.

David L King, Owner

Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, David comes from a family of custom builders and designers. After graduating from the University of Washington’s School of Architecture in 2000, David gained hands on experience working as a carpenter on custom homes. His skills were further honed during his sixteen years at Stuart Silk Architects (now Silk Cavassa Marchetti Architecture) where he designed custom homes of varying styles, overseeing projects from concept to completion.

David founded DLK Design in 2023, seeking to bring a client-centered, solutions-oriented approach to residential design. He understands that a smooth, enjoyable design and construction process requires clear, consistent communication and an open mind. He is a team player and loves collaborating with homeowners, builders, and subcontractors to solve design challenges to create beautiful, inspired, highly livable homes.

Testimonials

Dave King is knowledgeable, creative, and most importantly, skilled at listening and translating a client's vision (or lack of vision). For our project, Dave took a limited budget, small footprint, and lengthy wish list and designed a home that maximizes both functionality and beauty. Dave's responsiveness and respect for ideas and questions makes him a pleasure to work with. 'Impossible' appears not to be in his vocabulary!

-      David Pfleeger – Owner

We hired Dave King for our kitchen and great room remodel.  He is a great listener and collaborator, and designed a beautiful, functional kitchen with abundant natural light and the clean lines we were seeking. We love the finished product and are often asked who we worked with. We would absolutely use Dave in the future.

-      Diane Salisbury – Owner

I’ve collaborated with David on at least a dozen new homes over the past 10 years. He’s easily the best designer I’ve worked with. He’s had the privilege of working on some of the most elite homes in the Pacific Northwest and this experience and passion for excellence show up in each of his designs. As a homebuilder, I really appreciate that he understands all aspects of construction which makes for an easy build. And most importantly to me, he’s super fun to work with.

-      Todd Leabman – Developer

David is a very patient and kind professional, and it is nice to work with him. I am an extremely busy person, and he would accommodate my schedule when we had to meet. He also gives me advice on things that I, as a non-professional in this field, am not aware of. He has an acute perception of things that can be taken advantage of when creating a light-filled place in Pacific Northwest. When I was concerned about the cost, he pointed out places where I could cut the cost and things that are worth having now as they would cost more when I want them later. The end design came out to be admired by everyone I know. Their comment: "Fabulous!"

-      TTW / Owner

My husband and I hired DLK Design Studio for our Kitchen Remodel - AMAZING results! Dave listened to our needs and came up with two incredible options. We completely changed the configuration of our kitchen, took down walls, and so much more. Dave is a great listener and designer and really provided creative insight to our challenges. We were thrilled with the results. Everyone who comes over can't believe the magic he performed with our old kitchen. We highly recommend him - and have!

-      Mechel Smith / Owner

Dave was resourceful, creative, efficient, and extremely enjoyable to work with in designing our new custom home and assisting us throughout the permit and building process. I highly recommend Dave, as both his ingenuity and passion were invaluable during our custom home build.

-      Wade Moller / Owner

Working with DLK Design was a pleasure. My husband and I were so impressed by how thorough and thoughtful Dave was. He listened to what we wanted and needed in our project and brought up lots of suggestions and ideas that made the outcome of our project so much better. Dave is accommodating and affordable and has strong technical, aesthetic and communication skills. I cannot recommend DLK Design highly enough.

-      Heidi McNulty / Owner

Dave is great! He is the only architect I would ever use to work on my house. He is not your typical architect. He is willing to give ideas to help save money but still give great design and style.

-      Jesse Molnick / Developer