--- title: "Dovetail General Contractors — Home Builders | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/dovetail-general-contractors-pfvwus-pf~126310284 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~126310284.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Dovetail General Contractors" category: ["Home Builders"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/68a391c10151fd40_1318-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1143 NW 45th Street, Seattle, Washington 98107, United States" latitude: 47.6701 longitude: -122.3763 phone: "(206) 545-0722" website: http://www.dovetailgc.com rating: 4.8 review_count: 5 best_of_houzz_awards: 4 followers: 248 last_updated: 2026-08-22 --- # Dovetail General Contractors Original Houzz profile: [Dovetail General Contractors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/dovetail-general-contractors-pfvwus-pf~126310284) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Home Builders - **Location:** Seattle, WA - **Serves:** Seattle, Bellevue, Kirkland, Mercer Island, Bainbridge Island, Port Orchard, Woodinville, Indianola, Medina, Kingston, Yarrow Point, Hunts Point, Ballard - **Houzz rating:** 4.8 out of 5 (5 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2018–2023), for Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Since 1991, Dovetail has been crafting fine residential projects throughout the Puget Sound with a hallmark of quality, sustainability, and a commitment to lasting relationships. Dovetail specializes in complex, bespoke, architectural gems with both a wood and metal shop to support custom designs. ### Services Provided - New Home Construction - Energy-Efficient Homes - Green Building - Historic Building Conservation - Custom Cabinets - Custom Homes ### Areas Served - Seattle - Bellevue - Kirkland - Mercer Island - Bainbridge Island - Port Orchard - Woodinville - Indianola - Medina - Kingston - Yarrow Point - Hunts Point - Ballard ### Typical Job Cost $3 million - $8 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Dovetail General Contractors | | Address | 1143 NW 45th Street, Seattle, Washington 98107, United States | | Phone | (206) 545-0722 | | Website | http://www.dovetailgc.com | | License Number | 603126378 | | Followers on Houzz | 248 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/dovetailgc - Blog — https://www.instagram.com/dovetail\_gc/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Dovetail General Contractors](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/dovetail-general-contractors-pfvwus-pf~126310284) - **Website:** http://www.dovetailgc.com - **Phone:** (206) 545-0722 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Published in Tom Kundig's book "Works," Dwell, Metropolis Magazine, Gray Magazine, Seattle Magazine, and Seattle Times Pacific NW Homes. Awards include 2012 AIA Commendation Award for Tansu House, designed by Tom Kundig of Olson Kundig - **Best of Houzz:** 4 awards (2018–2023), for Design. **Affiliations** - [National Association of Home Builders](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-association-of-home-builders-pfvwus-pf~562065019) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.8 out of 5 — 5 reviews** ### All 5 reviews **★★★★★ — Rohleder Borges Architecture, Aug. 2015** > Dovetail's attention to detail, and excellent craftsmanship made our design work shine, and our collaboration with them yielded fantastic results! **★★★★★ — Quantum Windows & Doors, May 2015** > Dovetail General Contractors is comprised of a top notch team of construction professionals, and we at Quantum have had the pleasure of working with them for years on both residential and commercial projects. Their staff, from project managers to superintendents, are extremely friendly and talented. Seattle's finest architects consistently trust Dovetail to deliver their designs. Quantum sincerely awards them the highest recommendation. **Comment from Dovetail General Contractors:** > Hi Stephanie, > > Thank you for such a lovely review. We're passionate about building and design, and we enjoy teaming up with folks who share our passion - just like you. Thanks for being a great collaborator. We look forward to more rewarding projects with you all. > > All the best! **★★★★ — Christina, May 2015** > Dovetail completely rebuilt our home in 2013. The crew was great and conscientious! Our neighbors loved them. They worked well with our specific owner requests and helped us to get the home we had hoped for. We really appreciated their skill and flexibility. **Comment from Dovetail General Contractors:** > Hi there, > > Thanks so much for your thoughtful review. We loved building your home - it's like a jewel box with lots of beautiful custom details. So good to hear that the neighbors appreciated us, as well. > > All the best! **★★★★★ — Jennifer B, April 2015** > In 2013 we hired Dovetail to do an extensive remodel of our mid-century home. > > Dovetail impressed us during the bidding process by giving us just the right amount of detail to help us understand what it would take to bring the design to life, they presented the bid with a confidence that made us feel like we could trust them with our home and while the bid was one of the highest, it the most realistic. > > Throughout the process we got to know everyone on the team from the framers and subs to our superintendent, they were all smart, conscientious and fun to work with. Our project manager was absolutely outstanding. Communication was flawless, we followed a detailed schedule so we knew what was happening daily and what to expect the following week. We always knew where we were in the budget and they were very open with their billing. Dovetail completed the job on time and on budget. > > We had a beautiful design from Graham Baba Architects and Dovetail brought the drawings to life. Our home is more incredible that we could have imagined. > > Dovetail has the expertise and experience to do the job right. We highly recommend Dovetail. **Comment from Dovetail General Contractors:** > Thank you so much for your wonderful review! Building your home was an amazing opportunity and it remains a feather in our cap. **★★★★★ — Ballard Cut owner, April 2013** > Dovetail built our home in Seattle. This was the first time we ever built a home and it was a great experience. They helped us understand the cost implications of our choices and worked with us to get our pricing to our target budget prior to starting the project. Dovetail's spreadsheets and weekly updates, helped us track our budget to keep it on track. The admin part was great..... > > The CREW - they were fabulous!!! We were able to come by the site almost every day for a status update and to tweak any changes or answer any questions. Their ability to communicate any issues as they arose, allowed us to make quick decisions, not losing any time to delays. AS a result they completed the project on time and within budget!!!!!!!!! > > They used subcontractors that they have longstanding relationships with so they were able to execute the job in a timely and very professional manner. The quality of work was of the highest levels. Their cabinet shop did all of our cabinets and closets which is beautiful. > > They had never worked with our architect, Prentiss, but they were able to execute to plan and work out any issues quickly and easily. WE had a very complicated house with tricky components that they executed very well. > > Warranty - can't say enough about their after completion work. A couple of things have developed as a result of summer and winter expansions/contractions. I would make a call and they would be here to fix it at no charge within a day of the phone call. Their service is terrific! > > I am including pictures of the house while it was under construction so you can see how they put some things together. > > So if you want a company that does High quality, beautiful, on time and on budget work - call Dovetail!!!! **Comment from Dovetail General Contractors:** > Donna, > Thank you so much for your kind words and review. It was a complete pleasure working with you. Your project was just the kind of challenge we love to sink our teeth into. As a side note, you mentioned that we had not worked with your architect before (Geoff Prentiss of Prentiss Architects). But to demonstrate just how small of an architecture/build world we live in, one of our current Project Managers actually worked at Prentiss Architects years ago. It’s always interesting how like-minded folks end up in the same circles even across a span of years. Thank you again for your review! ## Selected projects - [Whidbey Island Farmhouse](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/whidbey-island-farmhouse-pj-vj~6148554) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 25 - Description: Set on rural Whidbey Island, this modern farmhouse complex provides refuge for multiple generations amongst the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest landscape. Architecture by MW Works. - [City Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/city-cabin-pj-vj~6147191) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 19 - Description: The City Cabin, designed by Olson Kundig, is targeted net-zero with a photovoltaic array, an air-to-water heat pump, a green roof, triple-glazed windows, low-energy appliances and low-flow plumbing fixtures. Passive solar strategies were also applied to optimize natural ventilation and light. This residence is a wild oasis within the city. - [Tansu House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tansu-house-pj-vj~930484) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: A new residence designed by Tom Kundig of Olson Kundig Architects, and built by Dovetail. This beach front home near Seattle has stained cedar siding, an open floor plan, and custom steel work including a gate, a walk-way canopy, and stairs. - [Medina Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/medina-residence-pj-vj~874831) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - Description: Modern new residential construction in the Pacific Northwest. Architecture by SKB Architects and design by Rocky Rochon ​Design. - [Blaine Stairs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/blaine-stairs-pj-vj~210555) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 28 - Description: The Blaine Stairs project is actually two side-by-side townhouses within a single structure. This new residential building is cantilevered off the edge of Seattle's capitol Hill neighborhood, the site owes its sweeping views to a natural promontory with steep slopes on three side, which called for intense structural engineering. One house contains custom European style cabinetry with super high gloss acrylic faces, a custom elm and blackened stainless steel island, and steel floating stairs. The… - [Magnolia Ridge Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/magnolia-ridge-residence-pj-vj~1558440) - Location: Seattle, WA - Photos: 10 - Description: The Magnolia Ridge Residence is a 7,000 square foot new construction. Architecture by Studio Kruger and interior design by Marianne Simon Design, the house is an updated traditional design with beautiful heavy-trim details. - [Magnolia Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/magnolia-residence-pj-vj~1245946) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: A luxe new residential construction overlooking the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains. Rohleder Borges Architecture, the designers, maximized the ocean and mountain views with floor-to-ceiling custom windows and a covered back patio. Finishes include custom Doug fir cabinetry, schist counter tops, and marble floors. - [Continental Place Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/continental-place-condo-pj-vj~886531) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - Description: Continental Place is a luxury condominium tower in downtown Seattle. Built in 1981, this concrete and steel building provides views of the city as well as the Puget Sound and surrounding islands. Designed by NB Design Group, this urban condominium project included a full gut and remodel of the 1,400 square foot space. Details include custom designed and built rift white oak cabinetry, custom built entertainment cabinet housing pocket door room dividers, and custom designed and built master bed. - [Meydenbauer Bay Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/meydenbauer-bay-residence-pj-vj~2450731) - Location: Bellevue, WA - Photos: 14 - Description: Extensive renovation and remodel of a residence on Meydenbayer Bay, with architecture by Garret Cord Werner for clients who were downsizing. The entire residence was gutted and new structural, seismic, and systems upgrades were performed. The ceiling was raised and new blackened steel columns were introduced to create an open floor plan between the kitchen and living room. We built a custom fused glass, steel, and wood table that acts as a bar and room divider. [See all 9 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/home-builders/dovetail-general-contractors-pfvwus-pf~126310284) ## Community Q&A **Q: how did you waterproof the plaster shower walls?** *(in Photo Questions)* what was the process for the plaster walls in the shower? A: This is tadelakt, a naturally waterproof plaster. Best of luck! **Q: What is the color of the walls of this shower?** *(in Photo Questions)* What a beautiful wet room. I am working on a similar project although slightly smaller. What type of plaster is on the walls of the shower and what is the color? Thanks for sharing. A: Hi there, This is venetian plaster. It's a custom color created by the architects and the plaster artist. Hope that helps. **Q: material on a ceiling** *(in Photo Questions)* What material was used on a ceiling? Is that teak as well ? If so, is that something that needs to be oiled too ? A: Hi there, the ceiling is actually cedar with a clear matte finish. **Q: what windows were used for this stunning house** *(in Photo Questions)* what windows were used for this stunning house A: Thanks for reaching out. The windows are all custom and there are two different companies: the thin steel windows are made in Italy by Brombal. The wood windows are made in Washington State by Quantum. Both are excellent. **Q: subfloor under the teak** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi there, this is identical to what I am currently doing to my master bathroom. All walls will be concrete, and building a level, no transition teak shower floor. My question is for underneath the teak flooring did you guys coat the subfloor that goes to the drain in a dark color so it doesn’t show through the gaps of the teak? A: Yes, it's tiled with black tiles and black grout. **Q: Love the chair! Where is it from?** *(in Photo Questions)* Love the chair! Where is it from? A: It's from Blue Dot. Enjoy! --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-22.*