Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Architectural Preservation
Since 2003, PMA has dedicated itself to preserving and enhancing the built environment through thoughtful design and innovative solutions. Our expertise in historic preservation, material science, and modern architecture allows us to address contemporary challenges with enduring results. We specialize in adaptive reuse, balancing modernization with historical integrity to create spaces that serve current needs while honoring their heritage. With decades of combined experience, our team delivers tailored restoration strategies for educational institutions, public agencies, and cultural organizations.Our commitment to sustainability and community impact drives every project, from slate roof replacements to comprehensive preservation planning. As industry leaders, we maintain 80% women representation across all levels, reflecting our dedication to diversity and equitable design practices. Our work extends across Oregon, Washington, and beyond, with a portfolio including 185 preserved buildings and 15 housing renovations. We approach each project with integrity, leadership, and a deep understanding of building science, ensuring long-term durability and performance for every structure we touch.
Services
Architecture
Preservation Planning
Material Science
Historic Tax Credit Applications
Building Condition Assessments
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We have 30+ years of expertise in historic building materials and restoration
- Our team maintains 80% women representation across all professional levels
- We've preserved 185+ buildings with 15+ housing renovation projects completed
- Specialists in Federal Historic Tax Credit applications and approvals
- Proven track record delivering projects on time and within budget
Associations and certifications
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
What people say
On time
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Compelling deliverables
Services
Architecture
Our architectural practice integrates historic preservation with modern design needs. We specialize in adaptive reuse solutions that maintain structural integrity while meeting contemporary requirements. Services include code compliance upgrades, seismic analysis, and BIM visualization for educational and public sector clients.
Preservation Planning
We develop comprehensive preservation strategies including National Register nominations, Section 106 compliance, and Historic Tax Credit applications. Our expertise helps clients navigate regulatory requirements while maintaining historical integrity through detailed documentation and mitigation plans.
Material Science
Our material science division specializes in forensic building analysis using thermal imaging and chemical testing. We diagnose failures in historic materials and develop tailored solutions for long-term durability, including roof and window assessments for preservation projects.
Historic Tax Credit Applications
We guide clients through the Federal Historic Tax Credit application process with expert documentation and agency coordination. Our team prepares Historic Structures Reports and Memorandums of Agreement to secure approvals for preservation projects.
Building Condition Assessments
Our assessments combine non-invasive testing and material sampling to evaluate building envelope performance. We provide detailed reports on structural integrity, including recommendations for preservation and modernization upgrades.
People
Peter Meijer
Founder, Principal
With over 30 years of expertise in building envelope science and historic preservation, Peter leads PMA's technical direction. His specialization in renovations and condition assessments drives innovative solutions for historic structures.
Hali Knight
Associate, Designer
Hali provides comprehensive design services with a focus on restoration and building enclosure design. Her architecture and art background informs creative solutions for historic civic and educational facilities.
Skyla Leavitt
Associate, Designer
Skyla specializes in building enclosure solutions for historic properties. Her expertise in sustainable materials and preservation ensures historical context is maintained while addressing modern community needs.
Jessica Schmitt
Preservation Planner
Jessica coordinates with historic review agencies and prepares National Register Nominations. Her expertise includes Federal Historic Tax Credit applications and conducting historic resource evaluations for diverse preservation projects.
Kate Hoffrogge
Marketing
Kate brings over ten years of A/E industry experience to PMA's marketing efforts. She develops visual communications and manages project documentation with a unique graphics skillset for preservation projects.
Questions
What types of projects does PMA specialize in?
We focus on historic building preservation, adaptive reuse, and sustainable restoration for educational institutions, public agencies, and cultural organizations.
Do you work with Federal Historic Tax Credit programs?
Yes, our team specializes in Historic Tax Credit applications and has extensive experience navigating federal preservation incentives.
What geographic areas do you serve?
While based in Portland, we serve clients throughout Oregon, Washington, and beyond with nationwide project experience.
How does PMA approach material science in preservation?
We combine 30+ years of research with advanced technologies to diagnose and repair historic building materials while maintaining structural integrity.
What makes your preservation approach unique?
Our methodology balances historical integrity with modern needs through trauma-informed design and seismic upgrade analysis tailored to each building's character.
