BUILD approaches the design of a recent residence guided by volumetric relationships.
Architecture
An Architect’s Guide to Photography+
BUILD's photography department reviews the motives, gear, and methods behind the architectural shot.
The Working Model+
BUILD reviews the usefulness of the working model as a communication tool.
Creating Communities That Last; An Interview with Lake Union Partners, Part 2+
BUILD interviews Seattle developers Lake Union Partners for ARCADE Magazine.
Design Observations From the UK+
3 design takeaways from BUILD’s recent trip through England.
A Residential Guide to Spray Foam Insulation+
BUILD reviews the use of spray foam insulation at the Case Study House 2016.
How Long Does it Take to Design a Custom Home?+
BUILD addresses the timeline of single-family residential design.
Lagom, in Life and in Architecture+
BUILD delves into the concept of lagom, which (in the U.S.) is easier done than said.
The New Era of Architectural Embellishment+
BUILD offers a distinction between building and ornament in response to a new era of architecture.
BUILD Status Report+
BUILD shares the newest adds to their website, both in project and people.
The Hidden Beauty of Framing+
BUILD recites the secret poetics of architecture’s hardest worker.
Diagramming for Complex Projects+
3 complex projects put BUILD's diagramming capabilities to the test.
Designing Systems+
BUILD outlines why designing systems is just as important as designing houses.
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.
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.