Town & Country Markets, Poulsbo
For the renovation of Town & Country Markets in Poulsbo, the grocer teamed up with long-time design partner Cushing Terrell to take them into the future with new features that respond to a shift in shopper sentiment that prioritizes meal planning, convenience, and fresh, seasonal offerings. The renovated location is more than a market: It’s a collection of experiences, giving customers another reason to make the trip. The new approach is a natural progression for the regional grocer, which has always positioned itself as a community hub and a source for inspiration.
Design updates touched every department: some were enhanced, others were entirely revamped. To broaden the store’s appeal, the design called for new elements, such as a classroom, reimagined meal inspiration center, a test kitchen, and an outdoor patio. Additionally, the store’s beauty and houseware sections were elevated with new fixtures and lighting, creating a more inviting and modern retail environment; the deli and cheese areas were updated; and the produce and floral departments received new signage, valances, and casing.
A banner component that redefines the grocery store experience is Field House restaurant, embedded inside — yet distinct from — the market, successfully realized in partnership with renowned chef Ethan Stowell. While Cushing Terrell has supported many projects for Town & Country Markets over the years, this was their first restaurant collaboration. The process was highly collaborative, with Ethan Stowell and team guiding restaurant flow, equipment selection, and back-of-house operations throughout the project.
Strategic design elements established clear visual separation between the restaurant and market, including moody paint colors and a focus on hospitality-grade materials and lighting. The team transformed the existing upper-level mezzanine and modest patio into a cohesive indoor-outdoor experience, replacing concrete walls with floor-to-ceiling glazing throughout both levels. Where the previous deli and back-of-house kitchen once operated, a highly transparent and vibrant dining space now enriches both the façade and interior with energy and life.
