BUILD reviews 12 influential houses that get too little attention in the design world.
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Case Study House 2016 Interiors+
BUILD reviews the interior design and specifications of the CSH2016.
Three Structures, Four Roof Types+
BUILD examines a variety of roof assemblies on the Magnolia House + Guesthouse.
How Much Energy is Saved by Reusing a Foundation?+
BUILD runs the numbers on the energy savings of down-and-dirty sustainability
The Liljestrand House and the Beauty of Restraint+
BUILD returns from Oahu with lessons from the Liljestrand House.
Design Destinations For Winter+
BUILD shares some of their favorite design-worthy destinations for the colder seasons.
Case Study House 2016 Kitchen Appliance Package+
BUILD kicks the tires on their most current kitchen appliance specification.
The Prescient Work of Vladimir Ossipoff+
BUILD brushes up on the relatable work and ideas of Vladimir Ossipoff.
Architectural Steel Design+
BUILD outlines their most important design guidelines for architectural steel design.
Evolution of the Modern Entertainment Wall+
BUILD strikes design harmony between the flat screen and the firebox.
Strategies for Interior Wood Finishes+
BUILD outlines the design methods for balancing the use of 3 different interior woods.
Timeless Representations + Modern Technology+
BUILD discusses the magic balance between timeless representation methods and modern technologies.
Tricks of the Trade: Architectural Guardrails+
BUILD discusses some aesthetically pleasing strategies for guardrail design
Projects That Give Back+
BUILD reviews the First Central Station development and demonstrates how large scale projects can benefit cities and communities.
Seattle Design Festival 2016+
BUILD shares their recommendations for Seattle Design Festival 2016.
Ten More Interviews for ARCADE+
BUILD completes another 10 interviews for ARCADE Magazine.
The Curated Residence+
BUILD introduces their recently completed modern residence in Magnolia.
The Art of the Nonconforming Stair+
BUILD explores an important exception in the building code for vertical circulation.
The Modern List Seattle+
BUILD share's their annual list of new spots around Seattle for the design-minded local and traveler alike.
Architecture By Volumes+
BUILD approaches the design of a recent residence guided by volumetric relationships.
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.
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.