Pacific Northwest Style

Pacific Northwest style is deeply rooted in the dramatic landscape of the region spanning from Northern California through Oregon, Washington, and into British Columbia. Dense old-growth forests, misty coastlines, volcanic mountains, and abundant rainfall shape a design aesthetic that prioritizes natural materials, connection to the outdoors, and a sense of sheltered warmth within the wilderness. Exposed timber construction, large windows framing forest and mountain views, and locally sourced stone and wood define this regionally distinctive approach. Implementing Pacific Northwest style means designing with the landscape as your primary inspiration. Use reclaimed or sustainably harvested local woods like Douglas fir, Western red cedar, and alder for structural elements and furnishings. Large expanses of glass connect interiors to the ever-changing natural scenery outside. River rock fireplaces, concrete floors with radiant heating, and warm textile layers in wool and flannel create comfort against the region's cool, damp climate. The color palette draws from the forest floor: mossy greens, bark browns, slate grays, and the silver of weathered wood.