Potter Construction Acquired by Haas Group
Seattle homeowners may see integrated design and building services following this local construction industry merger.
Updated on Oct. 7, 2026 in Home Renovation
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Potter Construction has joined the Haas Development & Construction and Haas Architects family. The move combines the residential remodeling and construction expertise of these firms serving the Puget Sound Basin.
Why it matters
This merger integrates architectural planning, design, and permitting services into a single pipeline for local renovation projects. By combining resources, the companies aim to streamline the full lifecycle of residential construction for area families.
Potter Construction, which was founded in 1979, joins firms established in 1987 and 2016. All Potter Construction staff members will remain in their current roles following the consolidation.
The players
Potter Construction
A long-standing residential construction firm that has served the Seattle area since 1979.
Haas Development & Construction
A residential building company founded in 2016 that focuses on remodeling projects in the Puget Sound Basin.
Haas Architects
An architectural firm established in 1987 that has served 30,000 families through its design planning services.
The details
The companies have integrated their residential remodeling and construction operations to bridge the gap between design and build phases. By unifying their workflows, the firms now manage the entire project trajectory, from initial architectural planning and permitting through the final construction stage.
Timeline
1979: Potter Construction was founded.
1987: Haas Architects was founded.
2016: Haas Development & Construction was founded.
October 7, 2026: The acquisition of Potter Construction was officially announced.
The Home Front
This consolidation follows the industry trend of integrating design-build services within the residential renovation market. It marks a push toward vertical integration where a single entity handles architectural planning, permitting, and construction to streamline property improvements.
If you are currently working with Potter Construction, expect continuity as all staff remain in their existing roles. Homeowners planning future projects should verify if their upcoming design and construction needs can now be bundled through the new integrated service model.
The takeaway
This merger brings together decades of local design and building experience under one roof in Seattle. Homeowners should maintain records of existing contracts and communications with their project managers as the companies integrate their administrative operations.
Further reading
For more on navigating local property improvements, explore our guide to Home Renovation.
Source note: This article includes information reported by West Seattle Blog....
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