Business Details
7 Years
experience
Expert Architectural & Environmental Design Services in Portland
Sector 3 Architecture is a design studio specializing in architecture and environmental graphic design, dedicated to creating engaging built experiences and spaces. Our team employs a research-based, collaborative design process to serve diverse clients across corporate, higher education, institutional, cultural, retail, and non-profit sectors. With expertise in historic renovations, corporate offices, and branded environments, we prioritize transparency, open collaboration, and sustainable practices.Our professionals hold licenses in multiple states, including LEED accreditation and membership in the American Institute of Architects. Merged with Good Work Architects, we now offer expanded resources as a bi-coastal practice, maintaining a strong commitment to client satisfaction and innovative design solutions.
Services
Office Spaces
Healthcare Facilities
Hospitality Design
Retail Environments
Experiential Graphics
Branded Environments
Signage Systems
Wayfinding Solutions
Public Spaces
Educational Spaces
Details
- Year established: 2019
Highlights and features
- We offer expertise in diverse project types, including corporate, hospitality, and non-profit architecture.
- Our team includes LEED-certified architects and members of the American Institute of Architects.
- We prioritize collaborative, research-driven design processes tailored to client needs.
- Bi-coastal reach with expanded resources through our merger with Good Work Architects.
- Proven track record in transforming historic structures into modern, functional spaces.
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professional
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
Services
Office Spaces
We design dynamic corporate environments that foster collaboration and reflect company culture. Our approach integrates open layouts, sustainable materials, and technology-driven solutions to enhance productivity and employee well-being. Projects include tech company headquarters and financial institutions.
Hospitality Design
Our hospitality projects transform historic and modern buildings into immersive guest experiences. Recent work includes a mid-century modern-themed motor lodge in Rocky Mount, NC, blending retro aesthetics with contemporary minimalism to attract modern travelers.
Experiential Graphics
We create visual storytelling elements for built environments, including signage, murals, and interactive exhibits. These designs enhance brand identity and user engagement for clients like healthcare facilities, banks, and public institutions.
Historic Renovations
Specializing in adaptive reuse, we revitalize historic structures while preserving their character. Examples include a 19th-century cotton mill condo in Raleigh and a 1960s furniture store converted into a food bank headquarters.
Branded Environments
We develop cohesive brand experiences through spatial design, from grocery store signage to tech office interiors. Our work aligns physical spaces with brand values, ensuring consistency across visual and functional elements.
People
Mark Kuykendall
Architect + Managing Principal
Licensed architect in Oregon, Washington, Texas, and North Carolina. LEED Accredited Professional and AIA member with expertise in corporate, cultural, and non-profit projects. Leads collaborative design processes focused on innovation and sustainability.
Chad Evans
Co-Founder
Key team member at Sector 3 Architecture, contributing to diverse projects including hospitality, healthcare, and corporate design. Collaborates closely with clients to deliver tailored architectural solutions aligned with brand identity and functional needs.
Questions
What services does Sector 3 Architecture offer?
We specialize in architectural design, environmental graphics, historic renovations, and branded environments for corporate, hospitality, healthcare, and non-profit clients.
What areas do you serve?
We operate bi-coastally with a focus on the Pacific Northwest and North Carolina, including Portland, Raleigh, and Rocky Mount.
What makes your firm unique?
Our merger with Good Work Architects provides expanded resources, while our collaborative process and LEED-certified expertise ensure innovative, sustainable solutions tailored to client needs.
Can you handle historic building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in adaptive reuse projects, such as transforming a 19th-century cotton mill and a 1960s furniture store into modern functional spaces.
How do you approach branded environments?
We align spatial design with brand identity through signage, murals, and interactive elements, ensuring consistency across visual and functional aspects for retail and corporate clients.
