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B&V’s First Built Green Certified Project
Great news! It’s been a long process, but we just received confirmation that our Ballard Locks Residence, built by Hammer & Hand, has qualified for a 4-Star Rating in the Built Green program! Built Green practices are designed to provide homeowners with comfortable, durable, environmentally friendly homes that are cost-effective to own and operate. Cheers!
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Press: Design Bureau
The long-anticipated print edition of Design Bureau’s Spring 2015 Architecture Issue has finally arrived, and nestled among all the other great things, Board & Vellum's "Seattle Box" project is featured!
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Best of Houzz 2015
For the 2nd year in a row, Board & Vellum has been awarded “Best Of Houzz” for Design & Customer Satisfaction by Houzz, the leading platform for home remodeling and design. What’s even more satisfying, is that we managed to maintain this level of excellence, all while growing the firm about 200%. Many thanks to everyone!
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Revit: The Next B&V Frontier
It's happening, Board & Vellum is taking the leap into adopting Revit, a BIM software. So, what is that, and what does it mean, Sara breaks it all down for you here.
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How to Hide a TV: Jeff Gives Tips in this Seattle Met Magazine Feature
Jeff was recently asked to contribute to an article for Seattle Met magazine, by Angela Cabotaje, about how to hide a television screen. It's a common design challenge, and if you're looking to solve it at your place, you might find the tips helpful. Check it out on the news stands!
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2014 Highlights
2014 was a wild ride! From the personal to the professional and back again, or all mixed together, Jeff takes a breather to recap what actually happened in this blur of a year.
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Fixr’s Top 200 Experts in the Construction Industry 2021
Jeff has been selected as one of Fixr’s Top 200 Experts in the Construction Industry for the 5th year running, recognizing him for successfully adapting during the major industry changes during the pandemic.

Best of Houzz 2021: Design & Service
We are excited to be recognized for the 8th year in a row with Best of Houzz awards for both Design and Service. Many, many thanks to our wonderful clients and partners who’ve collaborated with us over the years!

Fixr’s Top 200 Experts in the Construction Industry 2020
In the architecture and construction industry, Fixr releases an annual list of who they consider experts in the construction industry. Jeff Pelletier has made the cut for the last four years!

Best Restaurant Architects in Seattle: Seattle Architects’ 2020 List
Seattle Architects includes Board & Vellum on their list of the 15 Best Restaurant Architects in Seattle in 2020.
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