The Building Industry Association of Washington (BIAW) is proud to announce the induction of Daimon Doyle into the BIAW Hall of Fame.This prestigious honor recognizes individuals who have made significant and lasting contributions to BIAW and acknowledges lifetime achievement in the building industry.

BIAW inducted Doyle into the Hall of Fame at its WinterBoard Meeting in Tacoma, with a video highlighting his lifetime of contributions.

A lifetime of dedication to the industry

Doyle’s journey in the building industry began in 1989 as a door and millwork supplier. He later transitioned into homebuilding, earning numerous awards for his outstanding work over the decades. Greatly respected as a trailblazer in Green Building, Doyle served as president of Built Green Washington from 2013 to 2017. He was the primary author of the Unified Checklist for Green Builders.

“In 1994, he built a house that was actually code compliant(as codes grew more energy efficient and environmentally friendly) through 2018,” said his son and building industry colleague, Daniel Doyle of Doyle Construction. “He wanted to build a superior product. He wanted to build something that was going to last generations.

“He wanted to build something that was going to be more energy efficient and better for the environment,” he said. “And I think that’s what really started his green building journey.”

During his tenure as BIAW President, Doyle spearheaded the association’s involvement in Extreme Makeover: Home Edition.

“There’s always been a tremendous amount of generosity,” Daniel Doyle said. “He gave many months of his life to that Extreme Makeover project and made zero dollars doing it.”

Advocacy and leadership

Doyle has been a steadfast advocate for builders, testifying countless times on legislative issues, serving as a trusted resource for BIAWstaff and leading the largest political fundraising effort in BIAW history.

In 2012, he played a key role in establishing the Freedom Foundation’s Property Rights Center, furthering efforts to protect property owners.

His leadership continued when he was appointed as the residential builder representative to the State Building Code Council in 2022,where he served as chair in 2024. Thanks to his efforts, the council adopted multiple amendments that have saved builders and home buyers thousands of dollars in construction costs.

“Having Daimon as a Green Builder on the State Building Code Council gives so much credibility to BIAW,” said Andrea Smith, BIAW’s Legislative Director who worked closely with Doyle during his time as chair of the council.“We call him the Code Wizard.”

Since becoming an NAHB instructor in 2009, Doyle has educated more than 1,200 Washington state members, sharing his knowledge and experience to elevate the industry.

He frequently teaches courses on the state’s building codes and helped develop guidance for members to comply.

Service to BIAW and beyond

A dedicated member of both Olympia Master Builders (OMB) and BIAW since 1993, Doyle has held numerous leadership positions, including:

• OMB  President (2003)
• BIAW  President (2007)
• Life  Director at the local (2003), state (2008), and national (2011) levels
• BIAW’s National Builder Delegate to the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)

Doyle’s service extends beyond the residential homebuilding industry.He has worked as a HERS Rater and Energy Star Verifier for Habitat for Humanity and Housing Kitsap, improving energy efficiency in homes for those in need. He has also participated in Rebuilding Together projects, led efforts to build wheelchair ramps for the ALS Foundation, and contributed to community projects like the Huntamer Park Bandstand and Kneeland Park play area.

Recognition and achievements

Doyle’s contributions have earned him numerous awards,including:

• BIAW Builder of the Year (2005)
• OMB Golden Hammer Award
• OMB Norm Paulson Award
• OMB Best of Show (1996, 2003 Street of Dreams)
• OMB People’s Choice Award (2008 Tour of Homes)
• OMB President's Award (2024)

A vision for the future

Doyle’s leadership in green building and energy efficiency remains a top priority. As past chair of the State Building Code Council, he is committed to ensuring the council adopts the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code without burdensome amendments that drive up costs. His extensive involvement with NAHB ensures that Washington builders continue to benefit from national resources and best practices.

BIAW proudly welcomes Daimon to the Hall of Fame. His ongoing contributions to the industry, advocacy for builders and dedication to community service embody the spirit of the BIAW Hall of Fame.

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