As we move into 2026, we’re looking back on 2025: A year defined by intentional design, complex builds, and close collaboration with our clients. Throughout last year, our team took on a wide range of projects that pushed our creative and technical capabilities, resulting in work we’re never been more proud to stand behind.
This list, while not exhaustive, is a reflection of the level of craftsmanship, planning, and care that shaped our work throughout the year. We hope you love each of these projects as much as we do!
Manzanita Modern Prefab Home
Manzanita, Oregon | Custom Design
Perched atop a gorgeous hill near the Oregon Coast in Manzanita, this modern prefab home is a strong example of how an existing design can be thoughtfully reimagined for both place and performance. Working from a set of pre-existing plans, our team collaborated with the homeowners to create a custom home package that responds to its coastal environment while reflecting their vision for a refined, highly livable space. The layout balances open gathering areas with private rooms, while expansive window walls frame ocean views and bring natural light deep into the home. Inside, details like tongue-and-groove ceilings, wood-trimmed windows, and custom built-ins give the space a warm Pacific Northwest character, while the exterior’s layered siding selections add depth and durability.
Anna’s Teahouse
Peshastin, WA | Hammerbeam Timber Frame Pavilion Kit
Nestled in a quiet mountain valley in Peshastin, Washington, Anna’s Teahouse was designed as an intimate place for reflection, gathering, and connection. Inspired by our Hammerbeam Timber Pavilion Kit, this community gathering space features high-quality exposed timber perfect for its forested surroundings, creating a space that feels warm and deeply serene.
Built for the Ingalls Creek Enrichment Center and dedicated to its late co-founder, Anna Waltar, the teahouse reflects the warmth and generosity she was known for. Though modest in size, the structure delivers a strong architectural presence through upgraded timber elements, extended overhangs, and a fully enclosed design that allows it to be used year-round. Inside, exposed rafters, a stone fireplace, and thoughtfully arranged gathering areas create an inviting atmosphere suited for meetings, small groups, and quiet moments alike, reinforcing the project’s purpose as a place of hospitality and community.
Old Monroe Distilling Co.
Columbia, Illinois | Custom Design
Set on an eighth-generation family farm in Columbia, Illinois, the Old Monroe Distilling Co. venue was designed as an all-encompassing destination that celebrates craft, heritage, and gathering. Built as the new home of the family’s grain-to-glass distillery, this nearly 25,000-square-foot custom timber frame structure brings together a working distillery, event venue, and hospitality space under one roof. Inside, soaring timber trusses and tongue-and-groove ceilings define a large light-filled reception hall that anchors the main level, while a central staircase leads to private suites overlooking the property. Beyond the ballroom, guests move seamlessly between a cocktail lounge and tasting room, then descend into a speakeasy inspired by Prohibition-era design. With its multi-level layout, rich timber detailing, and commanding presence, this project stands as one of the largest and most immersive builds our team completed in 2025.
Magnolia Modern Rogue
Magnolia, Texas | Modern Rogue Cabin Kit
Built in Magnolia, Texas, this custom ADU cabin draws inspiration from our Modern Rogue Cabin Kit and was completed as part of a trio of cabins alongside the Magnolia Modern McKenzie and Magnolia Modern Deschutes. From the exterior, the post and beam structure presents the familiar form of a classic cabin, clad in dark walnut-stained cedar and grounded by a raised foundation. Inside, the experience shifts slightly, revealing an interior defined by bold artistic expression, ornate detailing, and unexpected luxury. Marble floors, statement lighting, and curated artwork set the tone in the main living space, while two thoughtfully designed bedrooms and bathrooms elevate the stay, including a standout bath featuring a gold-plated clawfoot tub! The contrast between rustic architecture and expressive interior design gives this cabin its distinctive personality, resulting in a one-of-a-kind retreat.
Central California Garage Home
Copperopolis, California | Oakridge Apartment Barn Kit
Set on a scenic lakeside property in Copperopolis, California, this custom garage home—based on our Oakridge 36′ Apartment Barn Kit—evolved through a close design-build collaboration between DC Structures and DC Builders, resulting in a structure that feels entirely tailored to its setting. The main level balances function and hospitality, pairing a three-bay garage with finished living spaces that include a lounge and custom bar, while the upper level opens into a light-filled living area with expansive views of the surrounding landscape. Significant structural upgrades allow the original design to expand well beyond its standard footprint, creating a more flexible and livable layout. As one of DC Builders’ first interior design projects, the home also showcases a high level of interior customization, with bespoke finishes, furnishings, and space planning that bring warmth and cohesion to every level.
What Will You Build in 2026?
As we look back on these amazing projects, we’re reminded that each one started with a simple idea—and a team ready to bring it to life. If you’re ready to start your journey, let’s work together to make 2026 your year for unforgettable builds.
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