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Welcome to BC&J.

We’re glad you stopped by. We’ve been a leader in the design of beautiful Pacific Northwest homes and communities since 1990. Bringing passion and skill to each project, we provide innovative and site responsive solutions that meet client needs and desires while respecting budget parameters.

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Our design philosophy.

Our design philosophy.

BC&J architects follow a simple design philosophy to ensure that building occurs properly the first time: Listen with intention to the client and design for the climate and conditions of the Pacific Northwest.

Architecture

A phased approach.

Using a carefully crafted, phased design approach, BC&J helps clients achieve their goals within agreed upon budgets.

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Planning

Thoughtful from the start.

We’ve earned a reputation for exceeding client goals while accommodating the spirit and intent of all relevant codes and requirements.

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Construction Management

Guiding clients from start to finish.

With decades of combined experience, we’re adept at managing every phase of construction.

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What our clients are saying

  • “Every morning, as we waken and see the beautiful view off to the northwest, we're grateful that you had the vision to completely change the window design. Many, many thanks for all your wonderful plans.”

    - Suzanne & Dick

  • “Peter and Stella have done several projects for us. They are so talented. We love their work. It always exceeds our expectations. They are collaborative. I love their attention to detail.”

    - Melanie

  • "BC&J has designed two homes for me in the last 20 years. The homes are completely different in terms of style, location and purpose, but both have worked beautifully for our family, in our different stages. Peter and Stella each have a wonderful visual sense and bring enthusiasm, talent and impressive skill to each project.”

    - Sharon

  • “If you’re looking for thoughtful, capable, creative architects, Peter Brachvogel, Stella Carosso and staff are the dream team. They enabled us to realize our vision of a perfect home, and they’re great fun to work with!”

    - BillPortland Floating Home

  • "Most amazing architects we have ever worked with. So talented and able to really hear, conceptualize, and draw what we described."

    - Laura LeePortland Floating Home

On The Boards/Current Work

The Port Madison house design approach was derived from forms and volumes used throughout centuries by those who have lived on the shores of Puget Sound....

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Weekly Update

BC&J Principals Stella Carosso and Peter Brachvogel discuss the company’s design philosophy with Architect Magazine....

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Articles

A contemporary take on Northwest Regionalism, BC&J’s design for a Point Monroe waterfront compound is an elegant solution....

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