Blog Posts
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Building Inside Smith TowerThe historic lobbies, elevators, marble, doors, and penny tile that define Smith Tower also shaped how Avara approached Board & Vellum’s 16th-floor buildout.
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Q1 2026 in Review
A look at the construction market heading into Q2 2026, including material costs, labor, tariffs, permit timelines, and procurement trends that could impact upcoming projects.
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Washington's best places to work of 2026 – small
The employers on the Best Places to Work lists are determined via a survey conducted by Quantum Workplace, which is American City Business Journals' national research partner for this program.
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Puget Sound region's largest general contractors
The 37 largest general contractors in the Puget Sound region reported nearly $10.25 billion in local revenue i 2025. The firms have local offices in King, Kitsap, Pierce and Snohomish counties.
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Business Journal unveils the 100 best workplaces in WA for 2026
Nearly 200 Washington-based companies participated in the annual workplace satisfaction survey. These employers rated highest among workers.
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Booming construction company buys Kirkland building for new headquarters
The Market Street Building in Kirkland has been sold. The new owner is a Redmond company that will make the second floor its headquarters.
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100 Best Companies To Work For: Small
Workers at Seattle Business magazine’s 100 Best Companies To Work For (in the small company category, 15-49 employees) describe how company culture powers efficiency and creates a sense of personal satisfaction.
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How Avara Construction Became One of the 100 Best Companies to Work For
“A Better Way To Build”—that’s the pledge of Avara Construction to its clientele. “A Better Way To Support” — that’s the promise of Avara’s management to its team members.
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40 Under 40: Benjamin Petter
Benjamin Petter is president of Avara Construction and one of Puget Sound Business Journal's 2016 40 Under 40 winners.
Choosing the Right Approach
We work closely with our clients to identify the best-fit delivery method for their goals, risk profile, and timeline. Whether you need early collaboration, cost certainty, or accelerated delivery — our team will guide you through the process.
