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title: What Is Design-Build? | Seattle Design-Build Contractor
description: Learn what design-build is, how it compares to design-bid-build, and why Seattle homeowners choose design-build contractors for faster, more efficient remodels.
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# [What Is Design-Build? | Seattle Design-Build Contractor](https://pathwaydc.com/blog/what-is-a-design-build)

 Written by [Paul Kocharhook](https://pathwaydc.com/blog/author/paulkocharhookpdc) | Jun. 21, 2012

 

In this video, Paul discusses “design builds” with host Ben Brashen. Paul also shares the advantages and disadvantages of working with a design build contractor.

 

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