Justus talks about the parallels between sports and building a high performance home. The similarities are many…
Read MoreWe’ve been in business since 1955, and over the years we’ve been able to hone our building process (though not without a few missteps along the way). Here’s what it all looks like today…
Read MoreWhen Katherine and Paul Robichaux found their dream home in Bellingham, WA, it only lacked one thing: the perfect bathroom with the perfect view. This is how they got there.
Read MoreEver wonder what it takes to bid a project correctly? Here’s your answer.
Read MoreWe hit the road to spend time with some most excellent people and collaborate around some new ideas. This is what we learned.
Read MoreOur new home service makes it easier than ever to keep things up and running.
Read MoreDEI mean lots of things to lots of people. Here’s some of our thoughts about how we can all do well by one another.
Read MoreWhy is communication so important in a construction project? Read on…
Read MoreWe took a trip to Providence, Rhode Island, to learn a few things. Here’s what we found out new about the world of construction…
Read MoreWe love our community. So much so that we started a nonprofit geared towards helping out Learn more about we can all lend a hand, for less than the price of a cup of coffee.
Read MoreOne of the great nonprofits in Bellingham is the Whatcom Million Trees Project. Explore their mini-forest here….
Read MoreHere’s one simple way you can help us achieve some goals for our community in 2025.
Read MoreSome most excellent tips on what you can do to prepare for Spring, happiness right around the corner.
Read MoreThe Birchwood Food Desert Fighters is an example of caring in action, and helping those neighbors in need. Learn more about the inspiring story here.
Read MoreIf you’ve ever considered building a high performance home or remodel in Bellingham or Whatcom County, WA, then you need to know what it means to have a good ‘building envelope’. Read on to learn more…
Read MoreLearn how A1DesignBuild designer Michael Feeney thinks about high performance homes, design inspiration, and the importance of a dog named Morty.
Read MoreEver wanted to know the 12 BIG questions you should be asking every builder or remodeler? You’re in luck. Consider this the start of beautiful relationship.
Read MoreA1DesignBuild is a builder of high performance homes in Whatcom County. During the month of October, we will be exploring what it means to 'Age in Place, Age with Grace'. Here’s 10 tips to help get you there.
Read MoreA1DesignBuild is a builder of high performance homes in Whatcom County. During the month of October, we will be exploring what it means to 'Age in Place, Age with Grace'.
Read MoreLearn more about our first ever A1 Bike Repair Day. It was a heck of a good time.
Read MoreA history of Labor Day, and why we should all pause a moment and reflect.
Read MoreA1DesignBuild is a premier builder of high performance homes in the Pacific Northwest. This project especially hits home.
Read MoreWant to know one thing that gets us up in the morning? It’s a little something called the Triple Bottom Line.
Read MoreA1DesignBuild is a premier builder of high performance homes in the Pacific Northwest. This project especially hits home.
Read MoreA1DesignBuild is a builder and remodeler of high performance homes in Whatcom County, WA. In this post, we discuss the ‘secret sauce’ that makes any project work, so we can align with your vision for the project.
Read MoreAs a builder of high performance homes, we’re always discussing the true meaning of craftmanship, and the joy that can bring into people’s lives.
Read MoreAs a builder of high performance homes, we’re always discussing the true meaning of craftmanship, and the joy that can bring into people’s lives.
Read MoreAt A1DesignBuild, we like to think we help build community one home at a time. But we also do a good amount through our nonprofit A1andALL. Read on…
Read MoreAnnouncing our new nonprofit A1ANDALL! You too can help us make a difference in our community.
Read MoreWe estimate that one A1 project can financially affect up to 756 people in Whatcom County.
Read MoreRead about what makes up the cultural DNA of A1DesignBuild.
Read MoreWant to check out our latest project? Of course you do.
Read MoreWe estimate that one A1 project can financially affect up to 756 people in Whatcom County.
Read MoreEffectively designing and assembling air, vapor, and thermal control layer systems is a key factor in creating a high-performing building.
Read MoreOur schools need help!
Read MoreOur crew at A1DesignBuild was inspired to be part of this grassroots movement and help distribute free food pantries across the city.
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