We’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…

When 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.

Ever wonder what it takes to bid a project correctly? Here’s your answer.

We hit the road to spend time with some most excellent people and collaborate around some new ideas. This is what we learned.

Our new home service makes it easier than ever to keep things up and running.

DEI mean lots of things to lots of people. Here’s some of our thoughts about how we can all do well by one another.

Why is communication so important in a construction project? Read on…

We took a trip to Providence, Rhode Island, to learn a few things. Here’s what we found out new about the world of construction…

We 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.

Here’s one simple way you can help us achieve some goals for our community in 2025.

Some most excellent tips on what you can do to prepare for Spring, happiness right around the corner.

The Birchwood Food Desert Fighters is an example of caring in action, and helping those neighbors in need. Learn more about the inspiring story here.

If 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…

Learn how A1DesignBuild designer Michael Feeney thinks about high performance homes, design inspiration, and the importance of a dog named Morty.

Ever 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.

A1DesignBuild 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.

A1DesignBuild 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'.

Learn more about our first ever A1 Bike Repair Day. It was a heck of a good time.

A1DesignBuild is a premier builder of high performance homes in the Pacific Northwest. This project especially hits home.

Want to know one thing that gets us up in the morning? It’s a little something called the Triple Bottom Line.

A1DesignBuild is a premier builder of high performance homes in the Pacific Northwest. This project especially hits home.

A1DesignBuild 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.

As 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.

At 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…

Announcing our new nonprofit A1ANDALL! You too can help us make a difference in our community.

Want to check out our latest project? Of course you do.

Effectively designing and assembling air, vapor, and thermal control layer systems is a key factor in creating a high-performing building.

Our schools need help!

Our crew at A1DesignBuild was inspired to be part of this grassroots movement and help distribute free food pantries across the city.