Beyond the Blueprint: How Hanson Carlen Crafts Homes Built to Last

In a world where new homes often prioritize speed over quality, Hanson Carlen takes a different approach. For five decades, our Spokane-based team has designed and built homes that stand the test of time — not just structurally, but in how they feel to live in.

At Hanson Carlen, we believe a home’s beauty goes beyond what’s visible on the blueprint. True craftsmanship lives in the details: the precision of a mitered corner, the grain of hand-selected wood, the way sunlight moves through a room throughout the day. These subtle touches are what make a home age gracefully rather than date quickly.

A Seamless Design-Build Process

Because we both design and build our projects, every element of a Hanson Carlen home is thoughtfully connected. Our architect and craftspeople work side by side from the start — ensuring that each design decision is practical, enduring, and beautifully executed.

This collaboration allows us to solve challenges before they ever reach the job site and to maintain the highest level of quality control through every phase of construction.

Built with Longevity in Mind

Our clients often tell us they want a home that “feels solid.” That’s because they can sense the difference between a house that’s simply built and one that’s crafted. 

From carefully engineered framing to old-world joinery techniques, we build each home to be sturdy, efficient, and low-maintenance — the kind of home that still feels right decades later.

We also believe that good design should grow with a family. Flexible spaces, timeless materials, and classic architectural forms mean a Hanson Carlen home never feels outdated.

Craftsmanship You Can Feel

Walk into a Hanson Carlen home, and you’ll notice the details immediately — the way a cabinet door closes smoothly, the quiet balance of a room, the richness of hand-applied finishes. These are the marks of skilled craftspeople who take pride in their work.

Our carpenters approach every project with a reverence for the materials they use and a commitment to doing things the right way. Down to every little detail — even when no one will ever see it.

A Legacy of Quality

For 50 years, our family has been part of the Spokane community, designing and building homes meant to last generations. Our goal has never been to build the most homes — it’s to build the best ones.