BUILD LLC is a Seattle and Central Oregon-based architectural design firm with over 25 years of experience and more than 150 completed projects. The company specializes in multi-family and mixed-use developments, while also having extensive expertise in single-family homes and commercial spaces. Their approach to architecture emphasizes high performance, efficiency, and maximizing long-term value for clients and surrounding communities.
The firm's philosophy is rooted in a deep curiosity about the world and a respect for traditional design. They believe in being rigorous and intentional in their actions, nurturing flexibility and spontaneity in their architectural solutions. By engaging with the complexities of how people live and the unique characteristics of each location, they extract the essence of a place to inform their designs. This results in spaces that are unassuming yet poetic, enhancing the lived experience of the inhabitants.
Among their notable projects are the Fremont View Apartments, which utilize smart density to transform an unused bluff into vibrant, light-infused flats with stunning city views, and the Sisters Woodlands Cottages, which aim to provide affordable workforce housing in a growing community. Their King Street Apartments optimize natural light and ventilation while seamlessly integrating with the neighborhood.
By advocating for material purity, technology, and clean design, BUILD LLC continues to redefine architecture in a way that captures the intangible, creating built environments that resonate with their surroundings and the people who inhabit them. Their commitment to thoughtful design and community engagement invites collaboration, making them a desirable partner in any architectural venture.
