Business Details
31 Years
experience
Sustainable Modern Home Design Experts in Oregon & Washington
Cheryl Heinrichs Architecture is a boutique modern architecture studio founded in 1995, specializing in sustainable residential design tailored to the Pacific Northwest. With dual offices in Bend, Oregon, and Olympia, Washington, we combine over 30 years of architectural expertise with hands-on construction knowledge to create energy-efficient, climate-responsive homes. Our practice maintains a small client roster to ensure personalized attention throughout every project phase, from site selection to construction oversight.Our team's deep understanding of regional climate challenges and commitment to sustainable materials has earned recognition in publications like Progressive Architecture and Oregon Homes Green Living. We actively contribute to community development through volunteer work with organizations like Bend Area Habitat for Humanity, reinforcing our dedication to both design excellence and social responsibility.
Services
Custom Home Design
Sustainable Architecture
Site Selection
Construction Oversight
Climate-Responsive Design
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of sustainable architecture experience since 1989
- Personalized service with small client roster focus
- Award-winning expertise in Pacific Northwest climate challenges
- Proven track record with Earth Advantage Platinum certifications
- Active community involvement through Habitat for Humanity projects
Associations and certifications
- Earth Advantage Platinum
- Oregon High Performance Home
What people say
Excellent experience
Energy-efficient
Creative solutions
Personalized attention
Award-winning designs
Services
Custom Home Design
We create bespoke modern homes tailored to client lifestyles and regional climates. Our process emphasizes collaboration, from initial concept to final details. Projects incorporate sustainable materials and energy-efficient systems while maintaining aesthetic innovation. Clients benefit from our deep understanding of Pacific Northwest environmental challenges and building codes.
Sustainable Architecture
Specializing in climate-responsive architecture that minimizes environmental impact. Our approach includes passive solar design, locally sourced materials, and renewable energy integration. We achieve certifications like Earth Advantage Platinum through rigorous attention to energy performance and indoor air quality standards.
Construction Oversight
We provide comprehensive construction phase services ensuring design integrity throughout building. This includes contractor coordination, quality control inspections, and problem-solving during construction. Our hands-on approach maintains design vision alignment with practical implementation requirements.
People
Cheryl Heinrichs
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with 30+ years of sustainable design experience since 1989. Founder of Cheryl Heinrichs Architecture in 1995, specializing in Pacific Northwest residential projects. Recognized for innovative modern homes featured in Progressive Architecture and Oregon Homes Green Living magazines.
Questions
What type of homes do you specialize in?
We focus on modern, sustainable residential architecture tailored to Pacific Northwest climates and lifestyles.
How involved are you during construction?
We maintain active oversight throughout construction to ensure design integrity and quality control.
Do you work outside the Pacific Northwest?
Yes, we've successfully completed projects in Florida, Alaska, Hawaii, and other locations through remote collaboration.
What sustainability certifications do you have?
Our projects achieve Earth Advantage Platinum and Oregon High Performance Home certifications regularly.
How do you handle climate-specific challenges?
We incorporate regionally appropriate materials and passive solar design principles to address local climate conditions.
