Topics
Ask a Designer
When you dip into the world of architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture, it can be really overwhelming! But we don’t think design has to be a big secret. We’re here to guide you through the process.
Our ask a designer posts.
Ask a Designer, Custom Residential
Let’s Talk Dirty: The Wonder of Small Laundry Closets
Do you really want to haul all that laundry down to the dank basement all the time? If you're bothering to remodel, it's just not that hard to find space for a small laundry closet closer to where the dirty laundry piles up. Here's how.
Read more.Ask a Designer
Construction Observation: What the Heck Is It?
There are a bunch of typical phases in a typical architectural design process, but all projects don't include all of the phases, though they are available. Basically, it is like a menu of services. Construction Observation is one of the the best things on the menu, and too often overlooked.
Read more.Ask a Designer, Commercial, Interior Design
Zombie Lighting
What is with dressing rooms that have horrible top lighting? Isn't the point to make you feel like you look really good, and should, therefore, buy the clothes you're trying on? It's so easy to avoid. Don't make this mistake in your shop!
Read more.
Ask a Designer, Custom Residential
Painting Your House Cyndi-Lauper-Style
As Cyndi Lauper once said, "On my darkest days, I wear my brightest colors." What a great piece of advice, especially for a city that can be as gray as Seattle. Living in the Northwest brings enough dark days. Why not think about brightening up your house and helping improve your mood along the way?
Read more.Ask a Designer, Custom Residential, Interior Design
Avocado or Harvest Gold
Be careful in selecting your appliance colors. Remeber "Harvest Gold" and "Avocado Green"? Let's all promise to never let that happen again.
Read more.Ask a Designer, Custom Residential
How to Pick a Window
When you start looking into what windows to pick, it can be very overwhelming. Here's what to focus on: great materials, real muntins, and appropriate measurements. Going in with the right knowledge will help you save money, and protect you from the pitfalls of poor-quality windows.
Read more.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.