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Architectural Services for Every Vision

From concept to completion, we bring your ideas to life.

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Residential Architecture

Your home reflects how you live and evolves with you over time. Whether you’re building from the ground up or reimagining an existing space, we tailor every design to your routines, goals, and lifestyle.

From aging-in-place solutions to modern farmhouse builds, we approach each project with care, creativity, and clarity. Our designs are unique, functional, personal, and built to last.

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Commercial Architecture

Great commercial spaces support productivity, community, and long-term value. We work with developers, civic and city agencies, and institutions to design buildings that perform as well as they inspire.

From multi-family housing to tenant improvements and civic facilities, our team brings precision, foresight, and flexibility to every phase. We manage complexity so your project moves forward with confidence.

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Built Differently, for a Reason

We blend small-firm flexibility with big-picture thinking. Our clients get direct access to experienced professionals, thoughtful design leadership, and a hands-on team who’s with them every step of the way. We’re here to shape environments that reflect your priorities.

We look at the full picture: design, context, budget, timeline, and long-term value. With an empathetic mindset and strong technical grounding, we bring clarity to complexity, and turn great ideas into spaces that live well and last.

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Design Backed by Purpose

We approach each project with intention, combining technical skill, community awareness, and personalized service.

As a COBID-certified Emerging Small Business (ESB), we’re proud to contribute to a more inclusive and equitable industry. This recognition allows us to participate in work that aligns with our values and strengthens the places we help shape.

We listen first, ask the right questions, and stay flexible throughout the process. Your goals shape the path forward, and we stay aligned from the first meeting to the final walk-through.

We integrate long-term thinking and forward-focused strategies, balancing sustainability, resilience, and creativity.

No two projects are alike. We tailor every solution to your needs, goals, and context with clarity, transparency, and care.

Bringing Visions to Life

Explore how design, discipline, and creativity come together in our built work.

Dellwood Residence

Thoughtfully reimagined from a mid-century home, this contemporary retreat blends modern elegance with natural surroundings. Vaulted ceilings, a reimagined layout, and seamless indoor-outdoor flow create a home that feels grounded and elevated.

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Process Architecture’s exceptional engagement, responsiveness and pragmatic problem-solving solutions truly sets them apart from other architectural teams I have worked with.

Adam Rondeau | Pence Construction

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Over the past years, our collaboration with the dedicated professionals of Process Architecture and Design have proven to be a catalyst to visioning and bringing to fruition transformative spaces for both our students and educators. The structured approach to project management and design has significantly enriched the learning environment, providing students with invaluable real-world skills and practical knowledge.

Brooke Nova | Hillsboro School District

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The Process Architecture team was very attentive and easy to work. Their site plan design and architectural approach helped guide the city of North Plains in our decision-making points towards a straightforward and methodical path to keep things moving. This was important for our small team in a small town that did not possess the in-house capital project expertise to work with the contractors and other stakeholders.

Andy Varner | City of North Plains

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Whether you're ready to build or just starting to explore, we’re here to talk through your ideas and help you move forward.

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Evaluate, Plan, and Execute

From early assessments to final walkthroughs, our step-by-step process keeps your project moving forward.

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01Pre-Design

Clarify your goals, budget, and timeline. We ask the right questions, gather key inputs, and build a foundation that sets every decision up for success.

02Design

Explore ideas and refine solutions and align with your vision and function. Through collaboration and iteration, we develop a concept with purpose and clarity.

03Documentation

Design becomes a fully coordinated roadmap. We produce technical drawings and specs that guide contractors, streamline bidding, and support approvals.

04Approvals

Navigate zoning, code, and permitting requirements with precision. Our experience helps minimize delays and keep the process moving forward.

05Construction

Review progress, coordinate, and resolve challenges to ensure your vision is executed as intended.

06Occupancy

The project wraps, but the relationship doesn’t. We remain a resource post-occupancy, ready to support you and your space for what’s next.

Got Questions? We Have Answers.

We design residential and commercial spaces, including custom homes, multifamily housing, civic facilities, and more! Visit our portfolio to see select project experience.

We’re based in Portland, OR and work throughout the Pacific Northwest and West Coast, including Oregon, Washington, and California. Process Architecture is a certified Emerging Small Business (ESB). Learn more about us.

Yes. We work with trusted partners and can recommend teams that align with your goals. Learn more about our Consultant Coordination services.

The earlier, the better! We help shape scope, timeline, and feasibility from the start. See our Residential Programming and Commercial Facility Assessments for early involvement services.

We combine design rigor with down-to-earth collaboration, balancing vision with practicality at every step. Learn more about our process.

Ready to Start Your Project?

Let’s talk about your ideas and how we can help bring them to life.

Phone775-846-4793
Working HoursMonday to Friday - 9AM to 5PM
Saturday/Sunday - Closed