BUILD Behind the Scenes

Failure and Messiness are Part of the Process+

BUILDblog covers the messiness of the design process and reviews why it's a necessary component of good design.

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The Fascination of Demo+

BUILDblog covers the wonder and fascination of construction demolition.

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BUILDlab: Cabinet Shop Innovations+

Some cool new designs and toys from the Special Projects Division cabinet shop.

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How We’re Making It, A Top 10 List+

BUILD's top ten tips for flourishing in the tough economic climate.

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BUILD Progress Report+

Some current BUILD projects and publications.

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Cabinetry and Craftsmanship+

BUILD takes some time away from the computer and is reminded what you can learn while working in the wood...

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Architecture as Surgery+

BUILD looks at mid-century housing and how it can stay up to date with contemporary design.

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An Architect’s Philosophy of Photography+

BUILDS explains how a photograph can show more than just a space but convey the experience of a specific location....

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Furniture From Our Shop+

BUILD launches the new SDP furniture line.

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DESIGN-BUILD: Behind the Scenes+

BUILD explains how teamwork is the key to successful design-build projects.

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Traditional + Modern Architecture+

BUILD speaks to strategies of integrating modern design interventions into traditional houses.

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Manhattan Tree House Pavilion+

BUILD exhibits a pavilion project in Manhattan, showing how you can go from idea to finished project in 4 weeks....

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2 Years of the BUILDblog+

The BUILD Blog celebrates two years.

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BUILD Guide to Resumes+

BUILD exposes tips on the qualities of a good (and bad) resume.

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Modern Condominium Build-Out+

Construction of a condominium interior in downtown Seattle. The project uses new cabinets, new finishes and features a translucent shower...

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To be of use+

BUILD takes architecture out into the local community and pairs up with the Seattle Youth Garden for a bit of...

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Interior Screening+

BUILD shares their simple strategies for optimizing texture and light in a recent urban condo build-out.

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Translucency and Light+

BUILD shares a peek into strategies for harnessing subtle and dramatic light qualities.

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Learning from Legos+

BUILD gives LEGO the credit they deserve.

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How to Start Your Own Design Firm+

BUILD shares their wisdom on how to start your own firm.

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Put us to work+

BUILD shares several stories about how pro-bono work can enhance the lives of those in need.

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Young Architects Day+

BUILDS second outing at our own Young Architects Day.

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SIDEBOARD mobile bar+

BUILD looks at new ways to design in the recession.

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Epiphany and New Website+

BUILD launches a new website!

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BUILD build-out+

BUILD completes its new office interior.

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The Irreplaceable Quality of the Architectural Model+

Physical models are still relevant in the modern architecture design process.

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Residential Construction Cost Cheat-Sheet+

The BUILDblog residential construction cost cheat-sheet is a quick method to estimate the cost of a new home or home...

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Special Projects Division Cabinet Shop+

An introduction to the Special Projects Division (SPD) cabinet shop, a subsidiary of BUILD LLC where we make hot, modern...

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Mid-Century Modern Remodel+

Updating a 1950's mid-century modern home in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood with modern materials and methods.

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A Statement on Sustainability by BUILD LLC+

A statement addressing BUILD LLC's commitment to sensible design where durability, density, regionalism and timelessness are the most important factors...

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