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Mixed-Use
Mixed-use buildings integrate residential, commercial, and recreational spaces within a single development, fostering vibrant communities that enhance urban living and walkable neighborhoods.
Our mixed-use portfolio projects.
Multifamily Housing in South Lake Union
Stellar Apartments
With a distinctive design, this new apartment building responds to its transit-oriented location without blending in with the crowd.
Sustainable Living Designed Around Public Life
Stream Overlake Apartments
Seeking LEED Platinum certification, Stream Overlake blends highly-sustainable living with family-sized apartment homes.
New Construction for a Mixed-Use Building
Lucille on Roosevelt
A stunning multifamily development featuring 106 residential units, ample commercial space, and a much-loved central passageway.
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Tanager Apartments | Rendering of proposed project.
Dense Urban Housing Meets PNW Beauty
Tanager Apartments
Inspired by Capitol Hill’s rich history, Tanager celebrates the best of city living, while honoring the region’s natural beauty.
Our mixed-use posts.
Adaptive Reuse, Architecture, Mixed-Use, Multifamily Residential
Transforming Empty Office Buildings into Housing
In the wake of changing work dynamics after the pandemic, empty office buildings are a common sight. Meanwhile, the need is dire for more housing in the city. Many are seeing this as an opportunity to solve two problems at once, and a sustainable solution for urban living to boot.
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Ask a Designer, Commercial, Custom Residential, Landscape Architecture, Mixed-Use
How Long Does It Take to Get a Full Building Permit?
If you need a full building permit for your project (rather than an “over-the-counter” one) you need to include the additional time it takes for permit review in your project schedule. How long does it take to get a full building permit? It varies, but here is what you can expect in Seattle.
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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.
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