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Historic & Traditional
We aren’t afraid of crown molding. Or of any of the other delicate and complicated details of older homes and buildings – in fact, we love them! We have a lot of shared experience with older buildings, as well as pairing older construction with a modern counterpoint. So, let us know what you are looking for… we can almost certainly help!
Our historic & traditional portfolio projects.
Custom Residential Remodel & Addition
Montlake Tudor
Expanding the footprint of a home can gain much-needed space, but sometimes, it helps to lower the basement floor, too, so you gain some extra vertical space.
Classic Touches for a Kitchen Remodel
Madrona Kitchen
This home needed an update, and the owner wanted a kitchen remodel with classic charm that would blend into the old home, although with modern conveniences.
A Whole-Home Remodel with an ADU
Sound Landing
This gut and remodel of a 1960s-era home took it down to the studs, opening up the floor plan to take advantage of sweeping views of Puget Sound.
Interior Remodel for a Traditional Home
Queen Anne Craftsman
This 1904 Craftsman home was previously remodeled in the 1980s and was desperately in need of a refresh to transform and revive it for contemporary living.
Our historic & traditional posts.
Arts & Culture, Historic & Traditional
Tournament of Ornament
Ben shares the details about his recent trip to San Francisco, discussing the role of buildings in terms of whether they are monuments or part of the urban fabric.
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Historic & Traditional
Everyday Heroes of the Built Environment
Whether you are pro-density or a full-blown BANANA (a step beyond the ubiquitous NIMBY), you probably have an opinion about how the fabric of Seattle is evolving as the city grows. In this post, Anne explores her thoughts on it, offering praise for the Everyday Heroes who care for our urban fabric.
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Events, Historic & Traditional
Docomomo-WEWA Night at the Museum
You don't have to be a member of the "DOcumentation and COnservation of the MOdern MOvement - WEstern WAshington" (Docomomo-WEWA for short) in order to see a great exhibit at the Nordic Heritage Museum, going on now. Check it out!
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Arts & Culture, Historic & Traditional
Moderne Art Deco Modern Atomic
Moderne vs. Modern. Art Deco? Atomic? Modern Atomic? What do all these words mean? We know, it can certainly be a bit confusing or overwhelming. Fortunately, we have resident historic-ophile Robert on hand to explain it.
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The Perils and Joys of Remodeling Older Homes
Remodeling older homes can be a challenge, but it's definitely worth it when you do it right, and when you go in prepared for some of the challenges. So, what are the perils and joys? Jeff, who has remodeled plenty of old homes (including his own) lays it all out for you.
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Adaptive Reuse of Churches
Churches are some of the world's most iconic and everlasting forms of architecture. They're also in declining use and in need of a new use in life. Here are some fun examples of churches being adapted to a new use in life.
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Our Story
Board & Vellum is a young and vibrant firm built on the idea that an informed and engaged team leads to better design and happy clients. We wouldn’t be where we are today without passion and hard work, and those same two things keep us going strong today.
Our Process
Bringing your project from “idea” to fruition is a little different at Board & Vellum. We give personal care to each of our projects, and you’ll be in the loop every step the way. The bonus: we are an integrated firm, so each project has access to plenty of great knowledge — and that leads to better design.
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