Smithwright Headquarters | Downtown Sandpoint, Idaho
Smithwright builds high-end custom homes in North Idaho, specializing in complex residential projects where craftsmanship, longevity, and respect for place guide every decision.
Some buildings earn their place in a community not because they are grand, but because they endure.
Our new office and headquarters at 120 Cedar Street in downtown Sandpoint is one of those buildings.
A Landmark With a Working Past
Originally constructed in the 1940s, the building at 120 Cedar Street first served Sandpoint as Dalby’s Service Station, operating through the 1950s and 1960s. At a time when Cedar Street was a main corridor through town, it was a place defined by utility, reliability, and hands-on work.
Over the decades, the building has adapted, serving different purposes as Sandpoint itself evolved. Yet its character has remained intact. It was always a place where things were repaired, maintained, and built to last.
That history matters to us.
Why This Building Fits Smithwright
At Smithwright, we’ve always believed that craftsmanship isn’t about appearance alone. It’s about purpose, durability, and care over time. That belief is woven into the way we build homes, and it’s reflected in the place we now call home.
Choosing 120 Cedar Street wasn’t about finding something new. It was about finding something true.
This building represents the kind of work we value: honest, functional, and resilient. It has stood through decades of change, adapting without losing its identity. That mirrors our approach to high-end residential construction; homes designed to evolve gracefully, without sacrificing integrity.
Renovating With Respect
As we renovated the building into Smithwright’s headquarters, our goal has been simple: honor what has endured while preparing it for what comes next.
The work reflects the same discipline we bring to our residential projects:
- Understanding original intent before making changes
- Preserving character while improving performance
- Making decisions that will hold up decades from now
Standing in front of the building today, Jason Collins and Doug Smith during renovation, we’re reminded that craftsmanship is a continuum. Each generation adds its layer of care.
A Place Rooted in Community
Downtown Sandpoint has always been a place where work and community intersect. By establishing our headquarters here, we’re reinforcing our commitment to the region that has shaped our company.
North Idaho is not a place that rewards shortcuts. It rewards people who show up, do the work, and take pride in what they leave behind. That ethos lives in this building, and in every Smithwright project.
North of Ordinary
For us, North of Ordinary isn’t about scale or statement. It’s about alignment, between values and actions, between past and future, between craft and place.
120 Cedar Street has served Sandpoint for generations. We’re proud to carry that legacy forward, creating a home for Smithwright that reflects the same dedication to craft, longevity, and purpose that defines the homes we build.
This building has always been a place where things were made to work.
We think that makes it the perfect place for Smithwright.
FAQ: Smithwright Headquarters at 120 Cedar Street
Where is Smithwright’s new office located?
Smithwright’s headquarters is located at 120 Cedar Street in downtown Sandpoint, Idaho – we’d love for you to stop in and say hi.
What is the history of the building?
The building was originally Dalby’s Service Station in the 1950s and 1960s and has served several community-oriented, everything from a pet store to a florist studio, uses over the decades.
Why did Smithwright choose a historic building for its headquarters?
The building reflects Smithwright’s values: craftsmanship, durability, and work that stands the test of time, making it a natural fit for our firm.
