BUILDblog discusses the basic building blocks of good design.
Buildings
On the Radar+
A round-up of design based links that the BUILDblog has been researching lately.
The Ridiculousness of the Building Code+
The BUILDblog throws a few tomatoes at the 2009 International Residential Code
On the Radar Exclusive+
Josiah Johnson brings his snappy list of design links for another On the Radar Exclusive.
Earth and Architecture+
BUILDblog looks at 5 inspiring projects where the ground is just as important as structure.
The Beauty of Constraints+
BUILDblog covers 10 projects that turn difficult site conditions into inspiring design.
The Importance of Diagrams+
BUILDblog releases the latest set of diagrams for a residential project and discusses the importance of diagramming.
Feeling the Site+
BUILDblog discusses the importance of getting out on site and absorbing the scene.
Gordon Walker: Northwest Modern Master, Commercial & Institutional Work+
Part 2 of BUILDblogs Gordon Walker series covers his commercial work, institutional work, and calls out a few important aspects...
Gordon Walker: Northwest Modern Master Residential Work+
BUILDblog covers the work of Gordon Walker and gets some new projects on the web.
Architecture that looks like what it’s doing+
One of the most important architectural paradigm shifts occurred when architects started designing buildings to look like what they're...
Smart Flat Roofs: The Craft of Parapet Detailing+
BUILDblog covers the technical side of flat roofs which, as it turns out, aren't so flat.
University of Washington Lecture+
BUILD LLC lectures on sustainability at the UW and beats up the green movement a bit.
Start-up Architecture+
The BUILDblog covers internet and social media start-up office design for a current project.
Couch Cushion Architecture; A Critical Analysis 4+
The BUILDblog reacquaints itself with that primal urge to build and critiques the 4th installment of couch cushion architecture.
Invisible Architecture+
BUILD LLC completes an inconspicuous design for people, art and celebration.
Sliding Doors S-M-L+
The BUILDblog covers sliding door hardware for Small, Medium and Large applications.
Multi-Cultural Learning Center, Guinea+
BUILD LLC designs and African Village for dancing and drumming.