Crafting Homes,
Building Community
Modern, quality homes inspired by neighborhood character - created with integrity and a long-term commitment to the communities we call home. Thoughtful development. Lasting value.
Carkeek Park - 2026
Trails & Beachfront
Focused Geography
WA 2025 Zoning
Announcing Via Firma
A New Kind of
Developer in Our City
Via Firma was founded by Kurt Harjo and Sam Bryan - longtime Seattle builders and neighbors who believe development should strengthen communities, not just maximize returns. We build homes that fit their surroundings, respect neighborhood character, and are made to last.
Our first project is underway near Carkeek Park - four Tudor-inspired homes on 4th Avenue NW, designed in collaboration with Scale Design NW. This is just the beginning.
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FEATURED PROJECT
Carkeek Park Tudor Homes
12223 4TH AVENUE NW · SEATTLE, WASHINGTON
PERMITTING UNDERWAY
PLANNED DELIVERY: LATE 2026
ARCHITECT: SCALE DESIGN NW
Carkeek Park Tudor Homes
Four Tudor-inspired homes in Broadview-Bitter Lake
Classic half-timber detailing, steep gabled roofs, and brick accents - combined with modern interiors, open floor plans, and EV-ready garages. Designed to complement the established character of the neighborhood while delivering contemporary comfort.
Architecture by Scale Design NW - Progress Draft 09.23.25
Carkeek Park Tudor Homes
Broadview - Bitter Lake
Northwest Seattle, WA
- Homes
- 4 Tudor Units
- Size
- ~2,000 Sq Ft
- Stories
- 3-Story
- Zoning
- HB 1110
- Park Access
- 216 Acres
Rooted In Seattle
We Build Where
We Belong
Via Firma focuses exclusively on Northwest Seattle and Shoreline. We know these neighborhoods the way neighbors do - their character, their zoning opportunities, their architectural context. By concentrating on a small geography, we deliver homes that genuinely fit.
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Seattle's New Middle-Housing Opportunity
HB 1110 Changed
What's Possible On Your Land
Recent zoning changes — HB 1110 and the 2025 Seattle update — now allow significantly more homes on residential lots than ever before. If you own land in Northwest Seattle, you may be sitting on far more value than you know.
We Handle Everything
- 01
Free Site Feasibility Review
We evaluate your property and tell you exactly what's possible under current zoning — at no cost.
- 02
Zoning-Aware Guidance
We stay current on HB 1110 and the 2025 Seattle update and apply them effectively to every site.
- 03
Full Permitting Support
We manage all permitting complexity, timelines, and coordination from start to finish.
- 04
Maximize Land Value
Our goal is to unlock the full sustainable potential of your property while maintaining neighborhood integrity.
About Via Firma
Built From Purpose,
Not Profit Alone
Via Firma was created by Kurt Harjo and Sam Bryan - longtime Seattle builders who believe development should serve communities, not just investors. We are founder-led, deeply local, and committed to long-term stewardship of every project we deliver.
Integrity
We communicate honestly and do what we say we'll do - in every interaction, without exception.
Partnership
Strong relationships with homeowners, neighbors, lenders, and builders define every project we undertake.
Thoughtful Execution
Every project demands careful planning and disciplined decision-making. We never cut corners.
Long-Term Thinking
We measure success by how projects perform years after delivery: stewardship over speculation.
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Whether You're Exploring,
Curious, Or Ready To Build
Whether you're exploring a future home, considering the potential of your property, or simply interested in what we're building - we'd be glad to connect. One of our co-founders will follow up personally. No pressure, just honest discussion.