BUILD shares their tips and tools for creating razor-sharp renderings.
Technical
Classic MCM Gets a Warm, Modern Update+
3 key features of updating a fantastic mid-century modern for the 21st century.
Case Study House Wrap-up, Timeline & Costs+
BUILD takes a look back on the entire Case Study House process, including the schedule and costs.
Case Study House Cabinets+
Design decision, details and specifications on the BUILD Case Study House SPD cabinet package.
Top 10 Things to Know About Aluminum Windows+
BUILD makes their case for aluminum windows.
The Complications of Framing+
BUILD learns to tackle a complicated framing package the hard way.
SPD Cabinet & Furniture Shop Developments+
SPD gets a new website, a new shop space and an open house.
CASE STUDY HOUSE: Dynamic Space Kitchen+
BUILD reviews the design strategies and mechanics of a great cabinet package.
Commercial Fluorescent Lighting+
BUILD lays out the lighting strategy and fixture specifications for the recently completed creativeLIVE studio in Seattle.
Case Study House Status+
The latest scoop on the construction of BUILD's Case Study House
A Mid-Century Modern Catalog+
BUILD catalogs lessons and tips for remodeling Mid-Century Modern homes in one, tidy post.
A Guide to Cabinetry Graphics+
BUILD shares their latest learnings about applying graphics to cabinetry.
Case Study House: Lessons in Concrete + Plumbing+
BUILD gets into the lessons from concrete and plumbing work on the Case Study House.
Case Study House: 10 Lessons in Demolition and Excavation+
BUILD wraps up demo and excavation on the Case Study House.
Spring Cleaning & Home Maintenance+
A little reminder from BUILD to get your pad ready for summer.
MCM Remodel Strategies+
BUILD shares their strategies on the latest MCM remodel under construction.
10 Items To Wrap Up A Project+
10 items BUILD recommends to completely, totally, entirely wrap up a project.
Footprints, Massing and Modernism+
BUILD discusses some important design intent of a recent project in the city
Taking the mystery out of site drainage+
The BUILDblog covers... yawn... soil infiltration. Grab a coffee.
Modern Stair Design+
BUILD highlights a sleek new stair and gives some insight to the design.
10 Things You Should Know About Reusing an Existing Foundation+
The nitty-gritty on reusing an existing foundation.
10 Reasons to Reuse an Existing Foundation+
BUILD's top ten reasons to keep a residential foundation.
Keeping the Character: A Mid-Century Remodel+
BUILD provides the scoop on a sharp MCM remodel in Seattle's View Ridge neighborhood.