Project: Distillery Relocation Proposal

Architect: Upward Architecture & Interiors

Location: Skagit, WA

Status: Unbuilt

The project proposes a relocation of a whiskey distillery, warehousing, and visitor center from Seattle to Skagit Valley, approximately one hour north of the city. The site is located within an agricultural landscape that supports regional farming and production systems.

Veronica contributed during schematic design, developing site planning studies addressing surrounding conditions, climate, and programmatic requirements of the distilling process. She also worked on DD drawings, and client presentations.

The proposal organizes visitor circulation and manufacturing operations through a strategy of separation and controlled transparency. The main entry opens to a central courtyard that provides visual access to portions of the production process while maintaining clear separation between public circulation and industrial operations. The visitor center is positioned to allow controlled engagement with the distillery workflow while maintaining operational efficiency and safety.