Architects are the guardians of good aesthetics but if they can't uphold a code of decent design in the built...
Architectures
Hollin Hills House+
A nice example of mid-century modern architecture in the Hollin Hills community of Virginia.
Mid-century Modern Communities+
The BUILDblog collection of Mid-Century Modern neighborhoods in the United States.
Keeping the Character+
BUILD sets up a little competition while promoting local community and preservation of character.
Real Cities+
BUILD speaks to Seattle continued growth with an eye to the qualities that made this city great.
Traditional + Modern Architecture+
BUILD speaks to strategies of integrating modern design interventions into traditional houses.
Architecture + Photography+
BUILD talks about the connection between architecture and photography.
Planned Communities+
[Photo by BUILD LLC] Planned communities are a double-edge sword. The greatest models exemplify harmony with nature, consistency of good...
The Architecture of Discretion+
BUILD explores an incredible collaboration; wine and architecture.
Architecture and Purity+
[MARCO photo by leckan18] We recently spent some time down in Monterrey Mexico, and although it’s the country’s third largest...
Hilltowns vs. Tract Home Developments+
BUILD analyzes the similarities and vast differences between hilltowns and suburbia.
Detached Accessory Dwelling Units+
BUILD discusses new ways of using the finite land within the city limits.
Alternative Dwellings+
BUILD takes a sober look at the advantages, disadvantages, and quirks of mobile living.
In Defense of Preservation+
BUILD shares their thoughts on the harmony between preservation and modernism.
Modern Condominium Build-Out+
Construction of a condominium interior in downtown Seattle. The project uses new cabinets, new finishes and features a translucent shower...
Interior Screening+
BUILD shares their simple strategies for optimizing texture and light in a recent urban condo build-out.
Pre-Fab Houses Don’t Work+
BUILD weighs in on the perpetually hot topic of pre-fab architecture.
Arthur Erickson: Pacific Northwest Modern Master+
BUILD pays homage to one of the Northwest's great architects.
Raising the Bar #3: Well Executed Townhomes+
BUILD highlights some bar-raising townhome developments popping up around the city.
Raising the Bar #2: Super-Markets+
BUILD takes note of the possibilities (and the reality) of supermarket design here and abroad.
Evolutions in Graffiti+
BUILD encounters the changing nature of street art during some recent travels.
Structures of the Andes: Architecture without Architects+
BUILD looks at architecture designed without architects and how pragmatic and utilitarian it can become.
The Architecture of Significance+
BUILD looks at the patience, thoughtfulness and intentionality that goes into making a space significant.
The Wineries of Mendoza+
BUILD wines and dines its way through the Argentinean landscape.
Mid-Century Modern Remodel+
Updating a 1950's mid-century modern home in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood with modern materials and methods.