What subject areas are you interested in?
Don’t know about you, but we like to geek out about all sorts of stuff.
Explore our content by topic.
From architecture to interiors to landscape, from projects large to small, and everything in between… It‘s a lot of information to take in! But, we are big proponents of maintaining an avid sense of curiosity. It leads to better design, and that‘s what we‘re all about! So, whether you‘re looking to expand your own horizons, or whether you‘re hoping to learn a little more about how we think and operate at Board & Vellum, consider this your resource archive, pre-sorted into all the subject areas we get excited about, so you can take it in, bit by bit.
Adaptive Reuse
Across sectors, adaptive reuse projects are a sustainable and creative solution to breathe new life and purpose into existing buildings, rather than tearing them down.
Apartment & Condo Buildings
Apartment and condo buildings are an integral component of the urban fabric, providing dense housing, and community living with shared amenities to enhance urban lifestyles.
Architecture
Across sectors from single-family homes to multifamily and mixed-use buildings to commercial spaces, Board & Vellum’s architecture teams bring extensive experience to the field.
Arts & Culture
The best design evolves from the collaboration of designers with the greater world. We love being a part of — and contributing to — the larger arts & culture community.
Ask a Designer
Design should be approachable! We are here to answer your questions, clarify those tricky issues, and generally shine a bright light on the design process.
Civic & Community
We love designing projects that engage communities, from parks and public spaces to campuses and infrastructure for community groups.
Commercial
We love designing commercial spaces, and there is a lot that goes into it! From blog posts, to projects, and recognition, explore Board & Vellum’s commercial repertoire here.
Community & Non-Profit
Creating inclusive, inspiring buildings, spaces, and campuses that support diverse community needs, and help organizations continue their missions for positive social impact.
Custom Homes
Tailored from the ground up, custom homes reflect your unique vision and lifestyle, made cohesive with integrated architecture, interior design, and landscape design services.
Custom Residential
We offer custom residential architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture services for new construction and remodels, in a variety of styles.
DADUs & Accessory Structures
From backyard cottages, to ADUs, to custom bike sheds and workspaces, the spectrum of DADUs and ADUs all help you get the most out of your property.
Historic & Traditional
Whether you are restoring an old relic, or want new construction in traditional style, we’ve got the team for you, including specialists in historic preservation and restoration.
Hospitality & Retail
Combining innovative design with brand identity to create inviting, functional spaces that enhance customer experiences and drive business success.
Interior Design
The final finishing touches interior design brings to a project so often are what makes a space feel so special, so experiential, and so true to the vision.
Landscape Architecture
Landscape architecture elevates the design of any project. Our landscape team works both independently and embedded within our architecture and interior design studios.
Leadership
Board & Vellum’s Leadership Team is composed of nearly 80% women, led by Founder & Managing Principal, Jeff Pelletier, AIA CPHC.
Legacy Properties
With the comprehensive design services of a multidisciplinary team, attention is paid to every detail of a property, creating prestigious residences that stand the test of time.
Marketing & Operations
Board & Vellum thrives with in-house marketing and operations teams, whose decades of professional experience in their fields has proven integral to the firm’s success.
Mixed-Use
Mixed-use buildings integrate residential and commercial spaces within a single development, fostering vibrant communities that enhance urban living and walkable neighborhoods.
Multifamily Interiors
Interior design for the communal and private spaces of multifamily developments to reflect the building’s brand and help buildings to standout in a crowded market.
Multifamily Landscape Architecture
Landscape architecture and design for the landscaped communal and private spaces of multifamily developments to help buildings to standout in a crowded market.
Multifamily Remodel & Repositioning
Revitalizing aging multifamily properties with multidisciplinary design teams to provide comprehensive refreshes so properties remain competitive in a crowded market.
Multifamily Residential
Crafting the housing landscape from feasibility through construction for multifamily projects from apartments to condos to townhomes, including office-to-residential conversions.
News
What’s new at Board & Vellum? All our blog posts or other media that cover news-worthy events and happenings are corralled here. Check it out!
Offices & Workspaces
On-brand workspace environments that foster productivity, collaboration, and well-being, seamlessly integrating functionality with aesthetic appeal.
Other Tangents
Sometimes when you’re writing, you just can’t help going off on other tangents about one thing or another. Those posts are collected here.
Owners
LGBTQ+ Majority-Owned, Founder & Managing Principal, Jeff Pelletier, opened up Board & Vellum’s ownership structure to an employee-ownership model in 2022.
Parks & Public Spaces
Designing vibrant outdoor spaces that prioritize accessibility, sustainability, and community, to encourage recreation, connection, and well-being in natural environments.
Remodels & Additions
Transforming existing spaces and homes to enhance functionality and aesthetic appeal, seamlessly integrating new design elements with the original structure.
Residential Interiors
Adding that finishing touch to create personalized, stylish, and functional living spaces that reflect your unique taste and lifestyle, blending comfort with innovative design.
Residential Landscapes
Transforming outdoor areas into stunning, functional extensions of your home, integrating natural beauty with thoughtful design to create enjoyable exterior environments.
Sustainable Practice
We take sustainability seriously and support a science-based approach. Building green is more than a checklist, it’s a philosophy and a commitment to meaningful results.
Would you like to learn more?
We’re thrilled that you’re interested!
Our Story
Board & Vellum is vibrant design 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.
Considering a project, or curious about something?
Say hello, and send us your questions via the form below. We’re always pleased to make new connections, and eager to get to know you, your project, and your goals.