Business Details
39 Years
experience
Sustainable and Innovative Architecture Services in Ashland, OR
For over 35 years, we have dedicated ourselves to crafting innovative architectural solutions that harmonize with their environments. Our practice emphasizes sustainable design principles, including LEED certification, passive solar strategies, and energy-efficient systems. We specialize in commercial, healthcare, and residential projects, prioritizing natural light integration and contextual responsiveness in every design. Our collaborative approach ensures clients' needs are met through tailored solutions, supported by advanced CAD technology and decades of technical expertise. Recognized with local, regional, and national awards, we maintain active leadership roles in professional organizations like the American Institute of Architects and Energy Trust of Oregon.Our commitment to environmental responsibility is demonstrated through three decades of sustainable building consulting and education initiatives, including teaching passive solar design and participating in school architecture programs. As a licensed Oregon architect with NCARB certification, we guide clients through every project phasefrom conceptual sketches to construction completionwith a focus on enduring, functional spaces.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Healthcare Design
Sustainable Building Consulting
Residential Design
LEED Certification
Historic Preservation
Energy Auditing
Passive Solar Design
Details
- Year established: 1987
Highlights and features
- We offer 35+ years of experience in sustainable architectural design
- Our firm holds LEED certification and NCARB credentials
- We employ a collaborative, client-focused design approach
- We have received national recognition for design excellence
- We integrate passive solar strategies with modern energy-efficient systems
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- LEED Certification
- National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
- Energy Trust of Oregon Trade Ally
What people say
Most thorough set of documents
Architectural excellence
Award-winning designs
Exceptional value
Creative problem-solving
Services
Commercial Architecture
We create functional, aesthetically innovative commercial spaces that optimize workflow and customer experience. Our designs incorporate energy-efficient systems while maintaining contextual harmony with surrounding environments. With expertise in retail, office, and industrial facilities, we deliver solutions that balance operational needs with long-term sustainability.
Healthcare Design
Our healthcare architecture focuses on patient comfort, operational efficiency, and regulatory compliance. We design spaces that promote healing environments while accommodating specialized medical equipment requirements. From clinics to surgical centers, our solutions integrate natural light and wayfinding principles to enhance both patient and staff experiences.
Sustainable Building Consulting
We provide expert guidance on energy conservation, LEED certification, and environmentally responsible construction practices. Our consulting services cover material selection, passive solar strategies, and energy auditing to reduce environmental impact while maintaining design integrity across all project types.
Residential Design
We craft personalized living spaces that respond to site conditions and homeowners' lifestyles. Our approach emphasizes natural light integration, energy-efficient systems, and seamless indoor-outdoor connections. From modern renovations to historic preservation, each design balances aesthetic innovation with practical functionality.
LEED Certification
We guide projects through LEED certification processes, implementing sustainable strategies that meet rigorous environmental standards. Our expertise includes energy modeling, material sourcing, and water conservation systems to achieve certification while maintaining architectural excellence in both commercial and residential contexts.
People
Bruce Richey
Architect, AIA
With 35+ years of experience, Bruce Richey specializes in sustainable design and LEED-certified projects. A licensed Oregon architect and NCARB certificate holder, he has received national design awards and leads the firm's collaborative approach to commercial, healthcare, and residential architecture.
Questions
What architectural services does Bruce Richey offer?
We provide full architectural services for commercial, healthcare, residential, and sustainable building projects, including LEED certification, passive solar design, and historic preservation.
How does the firm incorporate sustainability into designs?
We integrate passive solar strategies, energy-efficient systems, and LEED-certified practices while prioritizing natural light and environmentally responsible materials in all projects.
What makes this firm unique?
Our 35+ years of experience combine with collaborative client relationships, national design awards, and leadership roles in sustainability organizations like the American Institute of Architects.
Can you handle complex or specialized projects?
Yes, we specialize in challenging projects requiring innovative solutions, including healthcare facilities, LEED-certified buildings, and historic preservation work across Oregon.
How do you ensure client satisfaction?
Through early consultant collaboration, computer-aided design tools, and personalized attention to every project phase from concept to construction completion.
