Architects Building & Complete Exterior Envelope Services

ARCHITECTS & DESIGN PROFESSIONALS

Envelope execution that protects your vision — with precision, durability, and detail accuracy.

Synapse Construction partners with architects and designers to translate exterior concepts into high-performance, watertight building envelopes. From panelized façade systems to complex transitions and moisture-management detailing, we ensure the built result reflects your intent — technically, aesthetically, and materially.

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Why Architects Choose Synapse

Architectural visions deserve construction partners who understand craftsmanship and building science.

Detail-Focused Craftsmanship

We execute complex siding, panel, and trim systems with clean lines, tight reveals, and exacting quality.

Respect for Design Intent

We collaborate early to understand your aesthetic priorities, material choices, and performance goals — ensuring the envelope is built as drawn.

Support for Modern Assemblies

Our team is trained in advanced material systems including high-end fiber cement panels, metal siding, engineered cladding, cedar, composite trims, and custom detailing.

Constructability Feedback That Helps (Not Hinders)

We provide proactive insights on sequencing, transitions, moisture management, and feasibility — without compromising your design vision.

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Architect-Focused Services

Complex siding & panel system installation
WRB + waterproofing aligned with PNW performance standards
Window & glazing integration
Custom cedar + architectural trim work
Detail-specific flashing & moisture management
Façade transitions between stone, metal, panel, and wood assemblies
Pre-construction collaboration + material review

How We Work With Architects

1. Design-Phase Alignment

We review drawings, details, and material selections, offering constructability insight where helpful.

2. Submittals, Mockups & Technical Clarification

We produce submittals aligned with your design intent and create mockups when needed to confirm color, reveal spacing, and assembly order.

3. High-Precision Installation

Our crews execute with attention to reveals, continuity, transitions, fastening patterns, and the visual consistency required in architect-driven projects.

4. Documentation & Close-Out

We provide photography, material documentation, and as-built notes — useful for your project portfolio and long-term maintenance planning.

Featured Architect Project

Modern mixed-use building with expansive glazing, architectural trim, and refined exterior cladding installed by Synapse Construction to support the architect’s design intent in Seattle. — **Finne mixed-use project featuring expansive glazing, clean cladding lines, and precise exterior detailing by Synapse Construction.**

A design-forward mixed-use project featuring expansive glazing, refined façade lines, and modern exterior material integration. Synapse Construction executed precise envelope detailing across window assemblies, architectural trim, and multi-story cladding transitions to maintain the project’s clean, minimal aesthetic and high-performance standards.

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“Synapse were the only folks we found able to provide the level of quality and specialized expertise necessary for a fairly complicated project. The Synapse team completed the job in a manner that was both professional and efficient. From start to finish, I was impressed with their level of organization. I would strongly recommend Synapse Construction for any exterior or siding project.”
- Samuel R.

“They are knowledgeable, dependable, honest, and effectively communicated throughout the project. They helped guide the project through appropriate detailing and technical challenges while finely crafting a crisp and refined building enclosure. Without hesitation I have the highest recommendation for Synapse Construction.”
- D. Rusler

“I was given the name of Synapse Construction, with a very positive recommendation, from our neighbor’s contractor. Each individual was a pleasure to talk to and work with and the work done was exceptional. I highly recommend Synapse Construction and will definitely hire them, as needed, in the future.”
- Sue M.

“I just wanted to express my gratitude for the excellent work Synapse did for my home. The finished product exceeded my expectations. The constant professionalism, attention to detail, overall thoroughness, and willingness to accommodate unusual issues, on the fly, was a sigh of relief. Many companies would have ignored what Synapse proudly and willfully faced head on, and accomplished. I look forward to working with them on the next project! ”
- Ben D.

“We have received exceptional service and results from Synapse, and have actually used them multiple times. Synapse consistently shows great value and high quality work. There is real project management and continual communication, so we felt clear at every step what was happening. Everything is well documented and they hire quality people. ”
- Dan M.

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