The firm was founded in Seattle, Washington in 1996 by Garret Cord Werner with the intent to integrate architecture and interior design into a single, unified practice.[1][2] Garret Cord Werner subsequently opened an office in Vancouver, Canada.[3] Initially focused only on interior design, the firm later expanded to include residential, small commercial, and hospitality projects.[4][5] Garret Cord Werner's design approach emphasizes addressing specific client requirements while incorporating aesthetic quality through careful craftsmanship.[6] The firm also restores historic buildings, preserving their original character while incorporating contemporary elements and functionality.[7]
Garret Cord Werner received the Rethinking The FutureAward in 2024 for the Waterfront Pavilion project.[2] In 2021, the firm was awarded Best in Residential Category at the International Interior Design Association Awards.[1] Garret Cord Werner was included in Luxe Magazine's Gold List, as well as Future House Awards in 2018.[6][8]
Architectural composition and design elements
The firm’s design philosophy emphasizes clean lines, open layouts, and extensive use of natural materials, creating environments that fluidly transition between indoor and outdoor spaces[peacockprose] with large windows and transparent boundaries to enhance spatial continuity and maximize natural lighting.[9] The firm incorporates energy-efficient designs, eco-friendly materials, and environmentally conscious construction methods.[10][11][peacockprose][how?] Interiors typically include custom-designed furnishings, specialized lighting.[6] Projects often incorporate water features, reflective surfaces, and calibrated natural-light strategies influenced by Japanese garden design traditions and historical architectural precedents such as the Pantheon.[12]
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