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TDS Construction Crew Member Framing a High Performance Home

Tour TDS Design Build’s Latest High-Performance Home Build

Discover TDS Design Build's commitment to resilient and energy-efficient homes at a special tour. See firsthand the passive house principles and advanced techniques used in their latest high-performance build before finishes are applied. Learn about insulation, window installation, mechanicals, and solar design.

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Passive House

Now Hiring  – We are Growing our Team

Join our team and put yourself on a path to a successful, lifelong career. At TDS, we offer interesting work and a pathway to furthering your career goals.

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Charming gray house with a landscaped garden, large windows, and brick accents, framed by lush green trees.

Your Guide to How TDS Constructs Design/Build Budgets

Understanding your design/build budget is crucial. TDS Design Build uses a transparent three-step process to refine your budget from initial suggestions to a final fixed contract price. We ensure realistic estimates based on your needs, selections, and market conditions, providing peace of mind throughout your project.

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Bright, modern kitchen featuring a large island, stainless steel appliances, and expansive windows with a view of greenery.

Planning a Green Remodeling or Construction Project?

Planning a green remodeling or construction project in Madison? Learn the essential steps to take before you begin. This guide covers understanding project costs, determining your budget, securing funding, and identifying your renovation goals. Get inspired and prepare for a successful, energy-efficient build.

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Vibrant blue house corner featuring colorful trim, decorative columns, and a mix of architectural details.

TDS Lead Carpenter Alex Bartlett Featured in Journal of Light Construction: The Lindl Project

Discover how lead carpenter Alex Bartlett was featured in the Journal of Light Construction. The article showcases his expertise on the Lindl Project, detailing the intricate historical porch restoration and the addition of a modern garage. Learn about the challenges and solutions involved in this remarkable renovation.

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Dog in TDS house

Help Us Build Our Online Presence

Your feedback makes a difference! Help TDS grow our online presence and reach more people in our community by leaving a Google Review. It only takes about 30 seconds and helps highlight our commitment to sustainable design and building enduring spaces.

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Ian Schwandt

TDS Project Developer Ian Schwandt Now Co-Host of Fine Homebuilding Podcast

TDS Project Developer Ian Schwandt joins the Fine Homebuilding Podcast as a co-host. Focusing on craftsmanship and home performance, the podcast offers in-depth conversations for builders. Ian's extensive experience in carpentry, commercial construction, historic preservation, and trade writing makes him a valuable voice.

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Ben Blodgett, the owner of TDS Design Build, has his portrait taken in Madison, Wisconsin on June 10, 2021.

TDS Design Build Owner Ben Blodgett Featured in Fine Homebuilding Magazine

TDS Design Build owner Ben Blodgett is featured in Fine Homebuilding Magazine's latest issue. Learn about his journey from laborer to owner and his passion for carpentry. Discover his advice for aspiring trades professionals and his commitment to fostering a strong company culture for clients and employees.

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Modern two-story house with solar panels on the roof, surrounded by lush greenery and colorful flowers.

Sustainable Building & Remodeling

Sustainability for your home can mean a lot of things. This blog post breaks it down below into three easily digestible parts: from sustainable remodeling to deep energy retrofits and passive home construction.

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Elegant hallway featuring a chandelier, wooden flooring, and a view of greenery through large front doors.

Remodeling Checklist

Follow along for the continuation of this blog series—where we’ll first update you on the mechanical systems (heat and ventilation) that we used for the home, then share some interesting data points on the home’s energy performance.

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Passive House build in Wisconsin with super-insulation, air-tightness, and solar panels to achieve net-zero energy, constructed by TDS Design Build.

Mud Lake House Update: The Mechanical Systems

Follow along for the continuation of this blog series—where we’ll first update you on the mechanical systems (heat and ventilation) that we used for the home, then share some interesting data points on the home’s energy performance.

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Construction site with wooden beams being installed, workers on ladders, and a blue tarp covering materials.

New Certified Lead Carpenters at TDS

TDS Design Build proudly announces Alexander Bartlett, Martin Gutierrez, and Kevin Hayes-Birchler have earned their Certified Lead Carpenter credentials from NARI. This recognizes their extensive experience and technical expertise in managing remodeling projects, ensuring higher professionalism and customer satisfaction for your home.

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Hands of professionals discussing architectural plans, with drafting tools, a yellow hard hat, and blueprints on a table.

Remodeling Our Industry’s Legacy

Here at TDS, we actively support organizations and projects working to build a better, more equitable and just world.

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Two men stand side by side in front of a red garage door, smiling and dressed casually in layered clothing.

A New Blueprint at TDS Design Build

As we all look to the end of 2020 and prepare for what 2021 has in store, we at TDS have some news of our own to share.

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Near-west Madison, Wisconsin kitchen remodel with WoodHarbor cabinets, ceramic tile, and quartz countertops, designed and built by TDS Design Build.

How to Make Your 2021 Kitchen Remodel Work for You

When the pandemic hit, we all started comparing notes with each other about the new reality of "safer at home", and about how we were getting through it.

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