BUILD shares the modernist's rundown of the tucked-away Seattle neighborhood, Magnolia.
Architecture
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.
On the Radar+
BUILD's getting their fill of beautiful objects, photographs, and ideas in the latest installation of OtR.
Raising the Bar #4: Urban Trees+
BUILD gets a firsthand look at a new urban development in Seattle's Central District neighborhood.
Translucency and Light+
BUILD shares a peek into strategies for harnessing subtle and dramatic light qualities.
How to Start Your Own Design Firm+
BUILD shares their wisdom on how to start your own firm.
Arthur Erickson: Pacific Northwest Modern Master+
BUILD pays homage to one of the Northwest's great architects.
The Indispensable Importance of Experience+
A story explaining the merits of experience in the design world.
Pacific Northwest Design+
BUILD defines key characteristics of Northwest Regional design, and highlights some head-turning projects.
Get Your Hands Dirty+
BUILD and SPD delve into the value and satisfaction of making things by hand.
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.
Raising the Bar+
BUILD recommends how we can all raise the bar towards a better built environment.
Ted Smith: Architectural Super-Hero+
BUILD does some homework and shares the results on a unique player in the architecture world.
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...
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...
Mid-Century Modern Remodel+
Updating a 1950's mid-century modern home in Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood with modern materials and methods.
On the Radar+
This weeks On the Radar post explores what the focus of society conscious architects are discussing.
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...
AIA Seattle: 2008 Honor Award Winners for Washington Architecture+
BUILD dresses up and attends the 2008 AIA Seattle honor awards.
Guide to Copper Weathering+
BUILD mixes architecture and science to delve into why copper weathers the way it does.
On the Radar+
BUILD's latest On the Radar looks at whats new in the pages of architectural publications.
Models for Low-Rise Multi-Family Housing: U.S.+
BUILD's second blog post looking at how to align the needs of multi-family housing in a cost effective way....
Models for Low-Rise Multi-Family Housing: Europe+
BUILD looks at how Europe has and is addressing multi-family housing projects.