Dowbuilt

Today, we are celebrating ten years with the talented Jim Sangster, our shop manager. Known for his cabinetmaking skills and supportive leadership, Jim has profoundly impacted everyone he works with at Dowbuilt. Jim's calm nature stands out, especially during stressful times. He prioritizes camaraderie, kindness, and work/life balance, consistently lifting those around him. Colleagues know they can rely on him for support and feel seen and understood when they do. Despite his understated demeanor, Jim is a big deal in our shop and the Seattle music scene. His passion for music enriches the workplace, and he shares his vibrant life outside work with all his colleagues, friends, and clients. Jim's dedication to craft and service is evident in everything he does. Enthusiastic and charismatic, he brings a great sense of humor and fun to the Dowbuilt shop. His team describes him as "compassionate, personable, and crazy skilled," and we think he's a rockstar in every sense of the word. Thank you for ten remarkable years, Jim! We can't wait for more beautiful millwork and music! #dowbuilt #dowbuilt_shop #dowbuilt_people #dowbuilt_careers #employeeappreciation #workanniversary #workmilestone

We’re excited to announce the expansion of Dowbuilt's ownership group with the promotion of eight team members: Kela Martinez, Gerry Garry, Kajsa Jungaro, Hank Warneck, Chris Pineo, Jeri Winchester, Ryder Reynolds, and Tim Farrell. These new owners represent the next generation of leadership at Dowbuilt, joining our company’s three existing owners—Mark Atkinson, Ben Rand, and founding owner Jim Dow.    The evolution of Dowbuilt's ownership structure reflects the company's long-standing commitment to talent development and advancement while continuing to deliver expertly managed and beautifully built residential projects.     "I'm incredibly proud of this new group of owners," shared Jim Dow, founder and owner of Dowbuilt. "Each of these individuals has made a tremendous impact on the business over the last ten years, and I value their talent, leadership, and commitment to our team and the clients we serve."     Ben Rand and Mark Atkinson, both principals and owners at Dowbuilt, echoed Dow's enthusiasm. "These individuals are natural leaders and care deeply about our work," said Rand. "Their passion and expertise will help us maintain the high standards of craftsmanship and customer service we set for ourselves and our partners."      "These new owners have been pivotal in Dowbuilt's evolution and growth into new regions, and their commitment to excellence and innovation will continue to drive Dowbuilt forward," shared Atkinson. "I am excited to embark on this next chapter of our company's history."     To read more about each new owner, visit the full announcement here: https://t.ly/4AXju

The primary bath of our Silicon Valley project features a beautiful custom vanity mirror by David Wiseman and an upholstered chair by STUDIOTWENTYSEVEN. All cabinetry was fabricated in our shop in Seattle, Wash. Tap the photo for more tags/sources. Link in bio for the full story in Architectural Digest. Architecture: Olson Kundig Interiors: Nicole Hollis Photography: Douglas Friedman Cabinetry: #dowbuilt_shop Built by Dowbuilt

We're thrilled to share a new home built in the Bay Area, designed by Tom Kundig of Olson Kundig and featured in Architectural Digest. Architecture: Olson Kundig Interiors: Nicole Hollis Landscape: Andrea Cochran Landscape Architecture, Inc. Steel + Timber Fabrication: Spearhead Photography: Douglas Friedman Millwork/Cabinetry: #dowbuilt_shop Windows/Doors: Skyframe & Reynears via Old Town Glass, Inc. Built by us Dowbuilt (Hank Warneck, Justin Syren, Rudy Karkowski, Tap Richards, and many more) https://lnkd.in/gN8Z-m4P

We're thrilled to share a beautiful new project, #oreelizabethayer, recently featured in Architectural Digest. Originally built in the 1920s, the home was reimagined by Ore Studios Interior Design and Mobile Office Architects, photographed by Haris Kenjar, and built by us, Dowbuilt. #dowbuilt #dowbuilt_sea #classicalarchitecture #residentialconstruction https://lnkd.in/gSPdZnAk

A private oasis hidden within a bustling neighborhood, Santa Monica Modern offers guests both respite and repose. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Architecture: Walker Warner Interiors: Stone Interiors Landscape: FIORE LANDSCAPE DESIGN Lighting: EJA Lighting Design, Inc. Construction: Dowbuilt Structural:  GFDS Engineers Art Consultant: O'Connor & Associates Art Advisors Photography: Matthew Millman ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #walkerwarner #walkerwarnerarchitects #architect #architecture #design #home #homedesign #homeinspiration #residentialdesign #residential #housedesign #house #architecturephotography

Patrick Easley, Danielle (Rider) Piotrowski, and Ange McLane De-Levi (not pictured) representing Dowbuilt at the LEAP HR conference in Chicago.

For the third year in a row, Taylor Caldecott represented Dowbuilt at the annual SheBuilds volunteer event in San Francisco this past weekend. This time, she brought her incredible mom, Marita, and her partner, Dani, to share the experience. They joined forces with other women from the construction industry, including Ange McLane De-Levi, Paige Burnell, and Paige’s sister Kendall, who made the journey all the way from Reno! Together, they worked with the homeowner, Joan, to help improve her front and back yard in Bernal Heights, San Francisco. Each year, Rebuilding Together organizes a SheBuilds event exclusively for women builders who are passionate about improving their community. This event is all about lending a helping hand to homeowners like Joan, who need assistance making their homes safer, more functional, and more comfortable. “This year, we rebuilt Joan’s fence, which featured a mural the family painted together more than 30 years ago,” said Taylor. "It was a special part of the family’s legacy, and it meant a lot to us to help restore it.” To learn more about SheBuilds and Rebuilding Together and to find a chapter near you, please visit: https://lnkd.in/dQVmkYk Photos: Taylor Caldecott #SheBuilds #RebuildingTogether #CommunityBuilding #Dowbuilt #WomenInConstruction #WIC #Dowbuilt_People #Dowbuilt_Culture

It's Friday, and Santa Monica is calling our name! This beautiful home designed by Walker Warner opens up to a courtyard shaded by giant eucalyptus trees and a bustling neighborhood beyond. On the front porch, a bike and bag are at the ready for a trip to the farmer's market. Happy weekend, everyone! Architect: Walker Warner Photo: Matthew Millman Interior: Stone Interiors Landscape: Michael Fiore Structural: GFDS Engineers Built by us Dowbuilt

Meet our newest sidekick and digital construction team member, "BB-8!" BB-8 is an HP SitePrint Robot that prints a digital CAD layout onto a physical project surface, whether a plywood deck, concrete slab, finish floor, or anything in between. This new robot is helping us streamline layout and improve accuracy for MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) penetrations on some of our largest and most complex projects. It's also helping us define structural elements like slab edges, concrete and block walls, slab depressions, etc. These photos show BB-8 mid-print run with project coordinator Cedrick Glasgow at the controls. The field of MEP hanger knockers in the background shows work the robot has already completed. Next up on our list is interior layout. BB-8 will tackle everything from wall framing and casework to RCPs (reflected ceiling plans) and MEP trim out. Who knew such a tiny team member could contribute so much, so accurately? Our South Florida team has been enjoying this innovative new tool and the added time savings. "The newest device in construction isn't a gargantuan piece of heavy machinery. Instead, it's a neat little yellow robot that could be your Roomba's more robust cousin. This three-wheeled portable robot prints complex construction site layouts in a fraction of the time it would take a team of humans." - Hillary Richard, Hewlett-Packard. #hpsiteprint #hpsiteprintrobot #layoutrobot #constructiontech #constructionrobot #constructionlayout #digitalconstruction #dowbuilt