Whitney Architecture was building on behalf of the Ballard Food Bank. With a $1,000 donation, Logan’s Hammer is excited to support such a great local charity.

Thanks again to everyone who participated in this years Build-Off!

 

 

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Local Architects Build Houses for Charity

The houses are here!

Participating firms will compete, once again, for the coveted title of ‘People’s Choice’ and the $1,000 prize to the local charity of their choice...as well as bragging rights. Ballots tallied from the voting box at Theo Chocolates and online will determine the winner. The public is encouraged to visit Theo to view the extravagant houses in person and cast their vote. In person voting is available at Theo from Saturday, Dec. 5 through Thursday, Dec. 17, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. The event is free and open to the public. The winner will be announced by Logan’s Hammer on December 18th. [Look at the 2008 Gingerbread Houses]

The architect firms participating in the gingerbread house contest are also based in Fremont and include [Click on the image to see larger images]: 

				DeForest Architecture- Defending Champions Competing for Treehouse, located centrally in Seattle. Treehouse’s focus is on “giving foster kids a childhood and a future” the organization also addresses other issues often overlooked such as financing for extra-curricular activities, summer camp, professional educational support and other resources to help ensure a healthy, active, productive lifestyle.
				Sortun-Vos Architects Vying for the Low Income Housing Institute. Located in Seattle, they provide struggling families and individuals with housing coupled with the support to regain stability and build a better life.
				Urbanadd Together with Ryan Rhodes is supporting the Plymouth Housing Group.  Based in Seattle, the Plymouth Housing Group strives to eliminate homelessness. They work to preserve, develop and operate safe, decent and affordable housing for the homeless and low-income individuals.
				Mas Architecture, LLC Together with HDLT Collaborative, LLC are competing for Sound Experience.  Sailing the historic schooner, Adventuress, Sound Experience uses the ship as a metaphor for the planet; educating those aboard on the importance of working together to preserve something of such value.
				Whitney Architecture Contending in support of the Ballard Food Bank, which provides over 1,000 local households with food, clothing, hygiene items or emergency help. Their mission is to assist individuals and families with maintaining self-sufficiency.
				Bagley Custom Interiors, Inc. Supporting The Boys & Girls Club of America. Offering youth a safe place to learn and grow, The BGC has programs and services that promote and enhance the development of children by instilling a sense of competence, usefulness, belonging and influence.
				Rhodes Architecture & Light Supporting the West Seattle Food Bank.  Committed to eliminating hunger throughout West Seattle, this Food Bank not only provides essential nutrients, they also educate their clients on nutrition and generate public awareness in hopes to eliminate the root causes of hunger.

“We were overwhelmed by the enthusiasm and creativity the architects brought to the event last year. We knew then that it would turn into an annual competition and it’s great to see the creativity and heart local architects put into this event. This contest is one of the ways we get to give back to our community; we are able to promote some great charities and it is an event that is fun for the whole family.”

Sean Meek, founder of Logan’s Hammer