Do you DADU? Shakiba Ahmadi, Architect, kicks off our summer podcast series. Suzanne’s Summer Sahras w/ Ya Hala’s Refreshing Spritzers! Peruse our catalog of Palestinian Art. Congrats, Delaney! ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏ ͏

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SZ: On the Boards | SUMMER 2026

Do You DADU?

PODCAST - COMING SOON!

Do you DADU?

Across the Greater Puget Sound region, communities are evolving towards greater density, flexibility, and multigenerational living. One emerging housing type that is gaining traction but still remains shrouded in mystery for many homeowners is the Detached Accessory Dwelling Unit (DADU): an independent, self-contained residential structure located on the same lot as a primary single-family home. As interest in DADUs grows, so do questions about zoning, site conditions, cost, design decisions, and overall feasibility. SZ Design | Build is dedicated to helping homeowners navigate this shift with clarity, design intelligence, and care.

We are excited to announce our new summer podcast series “Do you DADU?”, hosted by SZ Architect, Shakiba Ahmadi. This 8-episode series offers a detailed breakdown of the entire DADU process and timeline to answer some of the most common questions faced by homeowners.

Look out for a new episode every Thursday at 10 AM PST, launching July 9!

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Summer Sahras

COMMUNITY

Summer Sahras at Suzanne’s with Ya Hala!

Not every gathering is about the occasion. Sometimes it’s about the stories shared with an old friend or someone new, or the simple comfort of being surrounded by people who make a house feel like home.

In a heartbreaking world that moves quickly, gatherings remind us to slow down, regroup and create moments to hold on to.

Summer Sahras at Suzanne’s home on Mercer Island will be:

Fridays, July 10, 17 & 31, 6-9PM

Bring a plate to share, clippings from your garden for a centerpiece bouquet and/or an instrument to play. Suzanne has a piano & darbuka!

Ya Hala will be serving refreshing Spritzers for suggested donations. Will have cards, backgammon sets, and dominoes on hand, along with a houka or two…

Goal is to pause, breathe and be together. Yalla, join us!

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Catalog of Art

SZ GALLERY

Catalog of Art | We Are Palestine.

Palestinian voices carry stories of displacement and return, loss and perseverance, memory and hope. Across generations, artists have transformed these lived experiences into works of profound beauty and meaning, creating a visual language that speaks to identity, resilience, and the enduring human spirit.

Palestinian art stands as a living testament to a people whose history continues to unfold amid decades of upheaval. Through painting, photography, mixed media, and printmaking, these artists bear witness to personal and collective narratives, offering perspectives that are at once deeply rooted and universally resonant.

While no single exhibition can encompass the breadth of Palestinian art and culture, We Are Palestine invites viewers into a rich and varied landscape of artistic expression. Some artists evoke cherished memories of place and belonging; others confront the ironies and injustices of the present. Some document historical transformations, while others give form to frustration, longing, humor, or quiet acts of resistance. Together, their works reveal the complexity, diversity, and vitality of Palestinian cultural life.

As the exhibition draws to a close, all unsold works will be returned to Zawyeh Gallery. These final days mark a unique opportunity to collect a work of lasting significance, an artwork that not only enriches a collection but also carries with it a powerful story of culture, identity, and endurance.

For acquisition inquiries, contact info@suzannezahr.com before July 10, 2026.

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Delany's Back!

SZ TEAM

Congratulations, Delaney!

After three long but rewarding years, Architectural Intern Delaney Carmen has graduated with a Master’s Degree in Architecture at the University of Washington and has returned to SZ Design | Build to kick off her professional career.

I feel very lucky to have been a part of UW's Master's of Architecture program. Architecture is an ocean of knowledge an inch deep, and I feel that I've at least got a sea's worth by now. Through this program, I've come to understand the things I'm passionate about: craft, storytelling, and intentionality. In an age where AI, corporate greed, and conformity dictate so much of our lives (and consequently, our built environment), I have used my education to learn how to actively fight complacency and ensure that my work as an architect is purposeful and authentic. A few of my favorite works throughout the program have been largely driven by those same passions.

Get a glimpse into her experience at UW through her reflection.

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SAF 2026
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