Board & Vellum: Design That Connects
- Gig Harbor Living Local
- 2 days ago
- 3 min read
Blending creativity, collaboration, and client-centered thinking
By Like Media Team
At Board & Vellum, architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture are about creating meaningful spaces that foster connection, creativity, and community. The firm has steadily grown from a solo endeavor to one of Seattle’s most respected design studios, known for its collaborative approach and commitment to delivering designs that reflect both client vision and clever problem-solving. With a focus on client-centered, holistic design, Board & Vellum is redefining what it means to craft beautiful spaces.
When founder and managing principal Jeff Pelletier started Board & Vellum, he envisioned a firm that would challenge industry stereotypes and raise the bar for client service. From the beginning, the mission was simple: prioritize thoughtful design, eliminate ego from the process, and cultivate a workplace where creativity, collaboration, and community thrive.
At its core, Board & Vellum believes in curating a process that guides a project from the vision of what it could be, through design and construction, culminating in spaces that feel great to live in and stand the test of time. Their holistically designed projects benefit from streamlined communication, consistent design language, and fewer delays or disconnects between phases, while the firm’s blend of architecture, interior design, and landscape architecture results in unified and intentional spaces. They right-size their approach to each client, scaling their services to fit the project's scope, timing, and complexity. That starts with listening deeply to each client’s unique goals—whether they’re seasoned in the design world or just starting their first project.
Their culture of openness and trust allows Board & Vellum to tackle complex challenges. Clients benefit from a highly experienced team that navigates zoning constraints, permitting, and the finer points of local jurisdictional processes with confidence and ease. With every project, they stay dialed into the details that keep timelines on track and the design and construction processes moving forward.
The team’s knowledge and adaptability extend across project types—from custom residences to comprehensive estates to remodels and additions—and include a thoughtful approach to sustainability. Board & Vellum tailors its strategies to fit each client’s goals and values around environmental responsibility, whether that means drawing on elements from green building certifications or integrating best practices in ways that align with the project’s unique priorities. With accredited professionals on staff and experience across a range of sustainable design frameworks, the team brings deep knowledge to every project, ensuring eco-conscious decisions are embedded wherever they make the most impact.
That commitment also translates into a rewarding design experience. Thoughtful communication, project transparency, and a clear project roadmap help clients feel confident and cared for from the first meeting to the full realization of their vision. A dedicated project manager ensures the right team members are involved at every stage, making the process as seamless as it is inspiring.
And the results of their projects speak loudest. After completion, clients often express just how much joy their new spaces bring—how the design doesn’t just look good but feels right for how they live and work.
That lasting impact is felt not only in the spaces they design but also in the communities they serve. Rooted in Seattle and connected to the broader Puget Sound region, Board & Vellum is committed to giving back through employee volunteer hours, nonprofit board service, and donation matching. Their passion for people extends beyond project walls, reflecting a deeper investment in the well-being of the place they call home.
The summertime “Photoshoot Season” brings the team at Board & Vellum a chance to celebrate newly completed projects and the stories they tell. But one thing remains the same year-round: “We love what we do, and our passion for the work leads to a delightful design process and translates into beautiful, cohesive projects.”
Board & Vellum
115 15th Avenue East
Seattle, WA
206.707.8895
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