— Rain & Moisture
Pacific Northwest Rain Load
Seattle averages 152 rainy days a year. We spec rain-screen siding, oversized gutter systems, and continuous flashing details that keep wood-framed homes dry for the long haul.
DESIGN-BUILD REMODELING · KING, PIERCE & KITSAP COUNTIES
CUSTOM HOME REMODELING
CUSTOM HOME REMODELING
IN THE PACIFIC NORTHWEST
Pacific Blue Design & Build is a Seattle design-build studio crafting whole-home renovations, kitchens, bathrooms, and ADUs across King, Pierce, and Kitsap counties—drawn for the way you actually live, engineered for the way the Sound actually weathers.
Licensed & Insured
Locally Based
Design-Build Specialists
In-House Design
Architects, designers, and builders under one roof—one contract, one team, no handoffs.
Licensed & Insured
Family-owned, fully bonded, built to current Washington State and Seattle DCI code on every project.
Fixed Written Bids
Your number is locked the day we sign. Every change order is documented and approved in writing.
Pacific Northwest Specialists
Built for Puget Sound rain, marine air, and seismic code—not a generic national playbook.
Who we are
A Studio of Architects, Makers, and Pacific Northwest Homeowners.
Pacific Blue Design & Build is a studio rooted in the Sound. Thoughtful design, quality craftsmanship, and lived experience.
We create homes inspired by the coastal Northwest. Every project we take on begins with listening—to the family, to the architecture, to the site itself. From kitchens to whole-home transformations, we deliver work that's quietly beautiful, structurally honest, and built to outlast the seasons.
"We don't sell square footage. We design the way a family will move through it for the next twenty years."
— Founders, Pacific Blue Design & Build
What we do
Services Tailored to Pacific Northwest Living.
Whether you're rethinking a single room or reimagining your home from the foundation up, our team brings the same level of craft, communication, and creative care to every square foot.
Whole-Home Remodels
Full-scope renovations that reorganize how a home lives—moving walls, opening sightlines, and upgrading systems to match the way you live now.
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Kitchens & Bathrooms
Custom cabinetry, integrated lighting, and stone selections that make the most-used rooms in your home truly yours.
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Sound-Side Additions
Sun-lit additions, dormer expansions, detached and attached accessory dwelling units—designed and permitted to the current Seattle DADU code.
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Outdoor Living & Hardscaping
Composite and cedar decks, full roof replacements, paver patios, and retaining walls—built to handle Pacific Northwest rain, freeze cycles, and grade.
Learn more →BEFORE & AFTER
From Weathered Bones to Heirloom Homes.
Each transformation begins with deep respect for what's already there. Honor any home's worth a careful, careful read on what the home was always meant to be—same home, refined intention.
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Before · 1972
After · 2024
Whole-Home Remodel · 2026
The Wrightsville Cottage,
The Wrightsville Cottage,
Reimagined
A 1972 cottage stripped to the studs and re-engineered with a vaulted main, hand-milled white oak floors, and a kitchen built around a 12-ft Cascadian Bedger marble counter—every modern subsystem rebuilt, every historic detail honored.
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Climate & Local Conditions
Weather & Local Conditions That Shape Seattle Renovations.
The Pacific Northwest punishes shortcuts. We design and build for sustained rainfall, seismic risk, freeze-thaw cycles on hardscape, and the Seattle DCI permitting environment—every structural and finish decision is engineered for performance and longevity.
— Rain & Moisture
— Seismic & Soil
Seismic & Soil Conditions
New foundation work and structural retrofits are engineered for Cascadia subduction risk and Puget Sound's clay-heavy fill—not borrowed from a sun-belt spec book.
— Permitting & Code
Seattle Permitting & Code
From SDCI plan review to King County building permits and DADU regulations, we manage every approval in-house so the project starts on time, not "eventually.
Material & Suppliers
Sourced From the Pacific Northwest's Most Trusted Suppliers.
Every fixture, finish, and structural component is sourced from suppliers we've vetted over thousands of project hours—local where it matters, international where it earns its place. Every line-item we install is matched to the warranty we sign.
ANDERSEN
SUB-ZERO
KRAFTMAID
DUCHATEAU
EMTEK
VELUX
JAMES HARDIE
TREX
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
ROCKWOOL
ANDERSEN
SUB-ZERO
KRAFTMAID
DUCHATEAU
EMTEK
VELUX
JAMES HARDIE
TREX
SHERWIN-WILLIAMS
ROCKWOOL
Heritage Partners
27 + Trade Houses
Our Process
Four Chapters, One Finished Home.
Our process has been carefully refined to keep clients informed, budgets transparent, and timelines consistent—all without compromising the quality of the work.
Discovery
We begin with a shared conversation in your home. We listen, measure, and learn everything from the spatial quirks to budget realities.
Design
Our in-house architect develops a tailored design—complete with material samples, rendered walk-throughs, and itemized estimates.
Build
Construction is led by a single project manager, with weekly walk-throughs and a private client portal for every update.
Handover
Your home is professionally cleaned, every system commissioned, and a maintenance binder delivered. Photos document every step from day one.
The Pacific blue difference
Elevating the Standard of Seattle Home Remodeling.
We don't just build homes—we engineer the living experience inside them. Every meaningful homeowner who chooses Pacific Blue Design & Build receives concierge-level dedication, transparent communication, and refined execution from day one.
Unrivaled Master Craftsmanship
Our specialized team of finish carpenters, tile setters, and stone masons brings decades of architectural experience. From Pacific Northwest cedar to imported European cabinetry, every detail is executed to perfection.
Absolute Financial Transparency
You see every line item—material costs, labor allocation, permit fees, subcontractor bids. No "budget creep," no hidden margin, no surprise at the final invoice.
Dedicated Project Management
One named point of contact from the day we sign through final punch list. Texts answered the same business day. Weekly progress photos delivered every Friday.
Accelerated Completion Timelines
Our scheduling system and long-standing trade partnerships routinely deliver remodels 20–30% faster than the Seattle market average—without cutting corners on quality, code, or craftsmanship.
The Practice
"We built this practice around the way we'd want a contractor to treat our own home—fewer clients, more oversight, and decisions made in writing before work begins. That's the standard on every Pacific Blue project."— Founders Pacific Blue Design & Build
Let's Build
Ready to Transform Your Seattle Home?
If you're planning a whole-home remodel, a design-build kitchen renovation, or a brand-new ADU on your property, the conversation starts here—free, on your timeline, no obligation.
Book a Consultation
Or call (206) 234-5897—we answer 24 hours a day.
Answers Before You Ask
What to Know Before You Build or Remodel.
We don't just build homes—we engineer the experience of building one. Below are the questions Seattle homeowners ask us most often before signing a contract.
How long does a whole-home remodel take in Seattle?
Most whole-home renovations between 1,500 and 3,500 square feet finish in 14 to 22 weeks once permits are pulled. Kitchen-only remodels typically run 8 to 12 weeks; bathrooms run 4 to 6 weeks. Every Pacific Blue contract includes a written completion date—not a "we'll see."
How do you help clients choose the right finishes?
Our in-house designer guides every selection—cabinetry, counters, tile, plumbing fixtures, flooring, paint, and hardware. You'll review physical samples in our Seattle studio and approve a complete material schedule before construction begins, so there are no mid-build decisions or surprise change-orders.
Do you obtain my permits and manage code review?
Yes. We handle 100% of permitting through Seattle DCI, King County, Pierce County, or Kitsap County—including structural review, energy code (WSEC) compliance, electrical, plumbing, and DADU approvals. You sign nothing at the city counter.
How do you prepare the site before construction?
Before demolition, we install dust containment, floor protection, and a dedicated work entrance. Adjacent rooms stay livable wherever possible. Daily cleanup is part of every contract—your home stays a home, not a job site.
Is your company licensed and insured in Washington?
Yes. Pacific Blue Design & Build is a fully licensed, bonded, and insured Washington State contractor, carrying general liability and workers' compensation on every employee. License and insurance certificates are included in every signed contract.
What safety measures do you take on the job site?
We follow L&I and OSHA standards on every project—daily site walks, lockout-tagout procedures, and proper PPE for every trade. Lead-safe RRP protocols are followed on any home built before 1978.
