BUILD explains how the feasibility study can navigate the complexities of searching for and buying property.
Why Seattle’s Small Multi-Family Buildings and the Firms That Create Them are on the Endangered Species List+
BUILD explains the expensive and time-consuming process of entitling and permitting multifamily projects in Seattle
The Process of Architecture+
BUILD describes the full process of how architecture comes together.
How Long Does it Take to Design a Custom Home?+
BUILD addresses the timeline of single-family residential design.
Seattle’s Housing Crisis: Encouraging Better Development+
BUILD gathers some well-informed feedback from a community of experts on the future of Seattle's development.
The Process of Commercial Work+
BUILD explains the design process of commercial projects in 10 steps.
Designing the College Campus—Past, Present, and Future; An Interview with Rebecca Barnes & Kristine Kenney, Part 2+
BUILD discusses influence, experience, and the future of Seattle with UW's campus architect & landscape architect.
Designing Systems+
BUILD outlines why designing systems is just as important as designing houses.
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...
The Building Blocks of A Forward Thinking City+
BUILD documents a handful of projects that are saving the urban fabric
The DNA of Planned Communities+
BUILD studies 3 planned communities and gets to their essential DNA.
Case Study House Comparison+
BUILD reviews some surprising Case Study House similarities.
The Function and Aesthetics of Cantilevers+
BUILD discusses the merits of hanging out with cantilevers.
Original vs. Copy, A Case for Knock-offs+
BUILD reviews furniture examples where the knock-off might be more authentic than the original.
Contextual Doesn’t Mean Copying+
BUILD takes a look at projects that honor the past by paying respect to context.
The Myth of the Gourmet Kitchen+
BUILD discusses why you don't need a gourmet kitchen to cook great food.
Elevation Lessons From the Masters+
BUILD takes some important elevation design cues from 5 modern masters.
Circumstances, Expectations and Trust; An Interview with Bohlin Cywinski Jackson, Part 2+
BUILD shares part 2 of their interview with Peter Bohlin and Ray Calabro of BCJ.
Starvitecture is the New Starchitecture+
There are Architects. There are Starchitects. Then there are Starvitects.
Affordability and Livability is in Our Hands+
BUILD discusses affordability, livability, density, and the real solution.
What Seattle Can Learn From San Francisco: An Interview with Architect Jim Zack+
BUILD talks with Jim Zack about the urban planning and permitting lessons that San Francisco can offer.
The Architecture of the Future is Layering+
BUILD takes a look at examples of layered urban architecture.
Introducing the BUILD Case Study House 2016+
BUILD introduces the latest Case Study House project.
The Craft of Tropical Modernism: An Interview with Mark de Reus, Part 2+
BUILD sits down with Mark de Reus to discuss his practice and passion for tropical modernism.
Seattle Design Festival 2015+
BUILD checks out the opening weekend of SDF2015, and shares a short-list of recommendations for the 2-week festival.
Case Study House 2014 Furniture Specifications+
BUILD spells out the specs for a recent modern furniture package.
Custom vs. Customized+
BUILD tackles the benefits of custom and customizing architectural elements.
Urban Development Strategies: Design & Permitting+
BUILD unpacks the lessons learned from developing, designing, building, and occupying their very own project. (Part 2)
Urban Development Strategies: Planning & Programming+
BUILD unpacks the lessons learned from developing, designing, building, and occupying their very own project. (Part 1)
The Sensibility of Circulation Volumes+
BUILD covers the programmatic and aesthetic advantages of grouping circulation spaces in houses and buildings.
The Modern List Melbourne+
BUILD explores the must-dos in Melbourne, Australia for the modernist traveler.
Architects and Curating the City+
BUILD looks at the power of curation as design tool for the urban environment.
The Modern List Seattle+
BUILD shares their 2015 shortlist for places to eat, drink, shop, and admire good design.
BUILD Book Review+
BUILD shares reviews on some of the latest books to hit their shelves.
Desai Residence Completion: Data Points for Creating a Modern Home+
BUILD covers the challenges and solutions of designing a modern home in Seattle.