BuildingWork is an architecture firm in Seattle, Washington that is committed to the idea that architecture, design, and preservation can strengthen our communities. We design projects and places in a meaningful way with a deep respect for craft, context, and detail. As an architecture firm focused on civic and community spaces, creative workplaces, adaptive reuse, and historic preservation, we are driven by discovering the humanity, layers of history, and stories that make places special.

We view architecture as an opportunity to layer use and meaning in our surroundings. Our projects evolve from thoughtful social, cultural, historical, and physical analysis informed by our client’s vision, and driven by the best interests of the communities we serve. The urban fabric of our cities is rapidly changing. We work to improve our cities by establishing and preserving the sense of place that makes them unique.

We are a nimble and creative small firm, and yet we have a depth of established expertise that enables us to address complex architectural challenges with elegance and pragmatism. Our team brings enthusiasm and passion to every project, regardless of scale. Our clients value the built environment and we respect their investment by delivering exceptionally thoughtful architecture in response.