Design Build

If you’ve been researching home additions, whole-home remodels, or ADU construction in the Bay Area, you’ve likely come across the term “design-build.” It’s used frequently — but not always explained clearly. Understanding what a design-build contractor actually does, and how that delivery model differs from the traditional approach, is one of the most important things […]

Traditionally, construction projects of all sizes have adhered to the traditional design-bid-build model where the project owner first works with an architect to draw up plans and then bids out the building phases to one or more contractors. Recently, the design-build delivery system has become increasingly popular for a number of reasons, and homeowners seeking

Renovating a home, or building a new one, can be a complicated, stressful, and expensive process. Not only do you need to work with the construction side of the project, but you also need someone to design your dream room or home. One way to handle this arduous project is by using a design-build contractor. 

Design-build construction used to be an alternative to traditional construction in the Bay area and beyond. However, more owners and construction experts have realized its immense benefits, and it has become popular over the past decade. But what is this building concept? Design-build construction is a project delivery method where multiple construction experts work as