The Final Days of Construction: what to expect
As our Queen Anne Craftsman project is finishing up, we thought this an opportune time to write about what the closing days of a construction project look like. The job …
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Designing a DADU in Seattle – Can I build one on my lot?
As a Seattle residential architecture firm having considerable experience designing backyard cottages, we’d like to offer our take on the current world of DADUs here in Seattle! …
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Our Updated Guide to Seattle Construction Costs!
Every once in a while, we run an analysis of our most recent projects in order to get insights into the current averages in construction costs. These last few years …
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Do I Need An Architect for My New House or Remodel?
After many years as a successful design build company, we have some thoughts on the subject! Architects are trained to think holistically so we start by considering the goals you …
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The Costs of Remodeling These Days – 2019 Update!
As we all know well, there has been an unprecedented building boom going on all around us. This intense building economy has caused noticeable cost escalation in the construction industry overall. It’s …
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Finding the Best Contractor!
One of the most important decisions you’ll make in planning your construction project is your choice of contractor. Your project may be one of the largest financial outlays in your …
These Are a Few of Our Favorite Things: Filling Your Remodel Wish List
Home Architecture Tips: #2 in a Series of Design Tips from a Seattle Architect. After schematics are fairly solidified (and sometimes even before!), homeowners should begin to look at what they want to …
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Capitol Hill Contemporary
CTA is just about done with a major remodel and addition to a humble 1900s Queen Anne-style home in the Central District. The long-time owners were ready for their house …
Lake House Remodel: Construction Progress – Blog #4
Following up on our last update, we’ve finished our framing inspection and are making final, minute adjustments to our HVAC, electrical, and plumbing before we can start insulation and drywall. …
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CTA’s Second Story Additions
As the market keeps getting hotter, many Seattleites are investing in their homes, and one of the biggest investments one can make in their home is a second story addition. …
DADUs, Backyard Cottages and Small Living in Seattle: Can you DADU too?
The greater Seattle area is growing! Are you up to date on what you're able to build in your backyard? We’ve had a lot of interest lately in small buildings …
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Mid-Century Modern in Seattle: Tips on Transforming a Typical 60’s Rambler
As we have been remodeling so many Mid-Century Modern homes, we thought we’d highlight a few remodels that demonstrate our Mid-Century values. Owning a 60’s era homes usually means our client has an appreciation for the architectural features …
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Framing the Lake House Remodel – Blog #3
Deep into our construction at the Lake House Remodel, we’ve straightened and supported the house (see blog #2 – Behind the Scenes), so we can now begin to implement our design. It …
Behind the Scenes: Lake House Remodel – Blog #2
CTA Design Builders is in the midst of a 3-story home remodel on Lake Washington belonging to a wonderful family with four kids. The home was originally built in Kirkland and …
Design Behind the Lake House Remodel – Blog #1
CTA Design Builders is in the midst of a 3-story home remodel on Lake Washington belonging to a big, energetic family. The home has a unique history: originally built in Kirkland in the early 1900’s it was …
Kingston Master Plan – The Lodge House is in Construction!
CTA Design completed a two-phase master plan for a home in the woods in Kingston, on the Kitsap peninsula, a few summers back and we have just received photos of …
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How to Choose Color for your Home Remodel
Home Architecture Tips: #3 in a Series of Design Tips from a Seattle Architect During a remodel, choosing colors is usually quite a different experience than when simply decorating, or designing. Instead of focusing …
Bringing the Outside In: Making Windows Work in Residential Architecture
Home Architecture Tips: #1 in a Series of Design Tips from a Seattle Architect. One of the big advantages of living in the Puget Sound area is that just outside …
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Big View House #5: Design-Build to the Finish!
Continuing in both architect and contractor mode over these past few months, construction has been moving right along. An army of carpenters and subcontractors has plied their handiwork on the house, and …
Big View House #4: A Design-Build approach to Construction
We left off of the Big View House and its sweeping panoramas of Lake Washington and Mt. Rainier just after the permit phase. With several months under our belt, the construction is well underway and everything …
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