Business Details
Your Trusted Design-Build Partner in Lake Oswego
Vanillawood is a full-service design + build firm dedicated to transforming spaces into personalized sanctuaries that reflect our clients' unique lifestyles and visions. Founded on the principles of creativity, expertise, and integrity, we specialize in residential and commercial design-build projects across the greater Portland area, Oregon Coast, and Southern Washington. Our holistic approach integrates architectural design, construction, and interior design under one roof, ensuring seamless collaboration and communication throughout every project phase. We prioritize transparency, with a proven 9-step process that guarantees timely delivery, fixed budgets, and no hidden costs. Our team of designers, builders, and problem-solvers combines decades of industry experience with a passion for innovation, delivering spaces that blend functionality, aesthetics, and enduring quality.By placing clients at the heart of every decision, we create environments that are not just structures but extensions of our clients' identities and aspirations. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our portfolio of modern luxury homes, custom renovations, and commercial spaces that embody both trendsetting design and practical usability. We believe in building relationships founded on trust, ensuring every client feels valued and supported from initial consultation to project completion. With a focus on sustainable practices and attention to detail, Vanillawood stands as a leader in redefining spaces that inspire and endure.
Services
Design + Build
Interior Design
Residential Projects
Commercial Projects
Custom Homes
Whole Home Remodels
Kitchens & Baths
Furniture & Lighting
Design Process Consultation
Commercial Space Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer a unified design-build approach saving time and money
- Our fixed-budget process prevents surprise billing
- Decades of experience in residential and commercial projects
- Personalized spaces tailored to client lifestyles and brand identities
- Proven 9-step process ensures timely, transparent project delivery
What people say
Creative design team
Excellent suggestions
Beautiful results
Improved space flow
Thrilled with outcome
Services
Design + Build
Our design-build service combines architectural design, construction, and interior design under one roof. This approach ensures seamless communication, fixed budgets, and timely delivery for residential and commercial projects. Clients benefit from a unified team managing every detail from concept to completion.
Interior Design
We create customized interior spaces featuring furniture, lighting, and decor that reflect personal style. Our designers focus on functionality and aesthetics, incorporating statement pieces and bespoke solutions to transform living and working environments into unique sanctuaries.
Residential Projects
Specializing in modern luxury homes, custom renovations, and additions, we transform residential spaces into personalized sanctuaries. Services include whole-home remodels, kitchen and bathroom upgrades, and ground-up construction tailored to individual lifestyles and needs.
Commercial Projects
We design commercial spaces that embody brand identity and functional requirements. Our services translate business aesthetics into physical environments, creating inspiring workplaces, retail spaces, and hospitality venues that enhance customer experiences and employee productivity.
Custom Homes
From modern farmhouses to midcentury modern designs, we build custom homes tailored to client specifications. Our process includes site analysis, architectural planning, and construction management to create unique living spaces that blend innovative design with practical functionality.
People
Kricken Yaker
Co-Founder | Principal Designer
Inspired by travel and family, Kricken specializes in creating spaces with statement lighting and art. He focuses on solving immediate design challenges while ensuring every project reflects personal style and creativity.
James Yaker
Co-Founder | Principal Designer | General Contractor
Driven by love and long-term pride in work, James believes every space should reflect its owner's unique needs. He oversees construction quality and ensures ethical decision-making throughout the building process.
Brandon Walter
Senior Designer
Inspired by diverse materials and creative problem-solving, Brandon advocates for individualized spaces. He specializes in breaking design conventions to create functional, personalized environments that resist generic trends.
Eric LaDouceur
Architectural Designer
Eric focuses on spatial planning and usability, transforming homes to match family dynamics. He excels at finding creative solutions for challenging layouts while prioritizing practical flow in every design.
Eden Delaney
Designer
Drawing inspiration from nature, Eden creates tranquil interiors with organic textures. She specializes in optimizing functionality while incorporating art as focal points that enhance emotional connections to spaces.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve the greater Portland area, Oregon Coast, and Southern Washington State for both residential and commercial projects.
What is your design-build process?
Our 9-step process includes consultation, design development, fixed budgeting, permitting, and construction with periodic progress check-ins.
How do you handle project budgets?
We provide fixed budgets with detailed line items before construction begins, ensuring no surprise billing unless changes are requested.
Can you handle both residential and commercial projects?
Yes, we specialize in both modern luxury homes and commercial spaces that reflect brand identities and functional needs.
What makes your firm unique?
Our holistic approach combines architectural design, construction, and interior design under one roof with a focus on personalized service.
