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Shinglemill Canopy
Let’s be honest: humans have a weird habit of defaulting to sterile, flat "white boxes." We paint walls bright, clean colors, throw up some great uniform lighting, and think, “Yep, looks awesome, we’re done here.” And sometimes, that crisp aesthetic is exactly what a home needs. But as designers, we're always dreaming up ways to bring the gorgeous, textured Pacific Northwest ecosystem inside.
How Much Does It Cost to Remodel a Kitchen in the Pacific Northwest?
Kitchen remodels are among the largest investments homeowners make and among the hardest to price without context. A kitchen can cost $40,000 or $250,000. Both numbers can be completely reasonable depending on the home, the scope of work, and the materials selected.
Introducing Understory
Adding a secondary home or ADU to your property shouldn’t feel like trying to solve a puzzle in the dark. We believe the journey to a permit-ready home should be transparent, simple, and beautifully designed.
How Indoor-Outdoor Living Actually Works: 4 Design Principles for Connected Homes
Learn the four architectural principles that create successful indoor-outdoor living spaces, including threshold design, material continuity, environmental control, and functional outdoor rooms.
How Cabinet Design Impacts the Function and Value of Your Home
Discover how cabinet design impacts the functionality, organization, and long-term value of your home. Learn why thoughtful cabinetry is essential to a successful renovation.
How Homeowners Are Rethinking Space in the Pacific Northwest
Discover how Pacific Northwest homeowners are creating flexible living spaces for remote work, multigenerational living, guests, and future needs through thoughtful residential design.
Moving Beyond Titles to True Partnership
The other day, our firm got a call from a colleague with a referral for a new architecture project. Even though I launched this firm thirteen years ago and operate as its managing partner, the message wasn’t left for me. It was left for my spouse, Sean, because he carries the title "Architect." It wasn't the first time, and it won’t be the last.
6 Things Designers Notice During a Site Visit That Clients Usually Miss
6 things designers notice during a site visit that homeowners often miss, including drainage, structural conditions, natural light, circulation, and material performance issues.
7 Reasons Interior Designers Source and Procure Products for Clients
Learn why interior designers handle sourcing and procurement for clients, including vendor coordination, lead times, material selection, freight management, and construction scheduling.
5 Ways Wildfire Smoke Is Changing Home Design in Northern California and the Pacific Northwest
Discover 5 ways wildfire smoke is changing architecture and interior design in Northern California and the Pacific Northwest, from indoor air quality systems to smoke-resistant home design.
What It Takes to Bring a Community Landmark Back to Life: The Heights Grocery Project on Vashon Island
Some buildings hold more than walls and rooflines. They hold memory, routine, and community identity. That’s what made the Heights Grocery project on Vashon Island meaningful to our team at Waldron Designs.
Dockton Garage Conversion
Repurposing existing structures is the ultimate form of sustainable design, as it prevents unnecessary building waste and minimizes our footprint on the land. For this project, Sean provided the essential architectural drawings, ensuring the existing truss system was structurally sound and met all local jurisdiction requirements.