Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Full-Service Architectural Design Solutions
GLAS Architects has served communities through purposeful architecture since the 1940s, rooted in Eugene, Oregon. Our firm remains committed to two guiding principles: helping clients achieve their goals and nurturing the next generation of architectural professionals. We uphold integrity in every project, deliver responsive client service, and maintain a collaborative office culture that values harmony and innovation. With expertise in higher education, K-12, institutional, commercial, and housing sectors, we combine technical excellence with creative design solutions. Our team includes LEED-certified professionals and specialists in sustainable design, including completed LEED Silver projects like the Oregon Coast Community College Central Campus.Principal Jesse Grant brings dual expertise as a licensed architect and Registered Roofing Consultant, offering holistic building envelope solutions that enhance energy efficiency and structural resilience. We specialize in pre-bond planning, facilities assessments, and long-range strategic design for educational institutions while prioritizing thermal envelope performance and seismic safety in roofing systems. Our approach balances aesthetics, functionality, and budgetary considerations to create enduring architectural solutions tailored to diverse climates and project scales.
Services
Higher Education Design
Roof Consulting
Building Envelope Analysis
Sustainable Architecture
Pre-Bond Planning
K-12 School Projects
Commercial Architecture
Seismic Resilience Design
Details
- Year established: 1940
Highlights and features
- We offer 80+ years of combined architectural experience in Pacific Northwest projects
- Our team includes LEED-certified professionals and IIBEC-registered roofing consultants
- We specialize in educational facility planning with multiple completed college projects
- We provide integrated building envelope solutions for energy efficiency and durability
- Our firm maintains a collaborative culture focused on client goals and community impact
Services
Roof Consulting
Our roof consulting services combine architectural expertise with technical specialization in building envelope performance. We deliver watertight, durable roofing solutions that enhance thermal efficiency and seismic resilience while maintaining visual harmony with building aesthetics. Our principal's dual credentials as both architect and IIBEC-certified roofing consultant ensure comprehensive solutions balancing budget constraints with long-term performance requirements for educational, commercial, and institutional facilities.
Higher Education Design
We provide comprehensive architectural services for higher education institutions, including long-range planning, site selection, and facilities assessments. Our expertise extends to programming, conceptual design, and construction documentation for academic buildings, research laboratories, and student facilities. With completed projects at institutions like Oregon Coast Community College, we specialize in creating functional, sustainable learning environments that support institutional growth and modern educational needs.
Building Envelope Consulting
Our building envelope consulting optimizes thermal performance and structural integrity through integrated design solutions. We assess and improve wall systems, windows, insulation, and air barriers to enhance energy efficiency while meeting evolving code requirements. This service reduces long-term operating costs and improves building resilience against environmental factors, ensuring durable, high-performance enclosures for both new construction and existing facilities.
Sustainable Design
We incorporate sustainable design principles across all project types, with demonstrated success in LEED certification projects. Our approach balances environmental responsibility with functional requirements, creating energy-efficient buildings that minimize ecological impact. From material selection to system integration, we help clients achieve sustainability goals while maintaining budgetary and operational constraints for educational, commercial, and institutional applications.
Pre-Bond Planning
Our pre-bond planning services help educational institutions prepare for successful bond measures through comprehensive facilities assessments and strategic project prioritization. We develop detailed plans that align with community needs and regulatory requirements, ensuring voter support and efficient implementation. This service includes cost analysis, phasing strategies, and compliance documentation to maximize bond funding effectiveness for K-12 and higher education clients.
People
Jesse Grant
Principal Architect
Principal Architect Jesse Grant combines architectural licensure with IIBEC-certified roofing consulting expertise. He leads holistic design solutions that integrate building envelope performance with aesthetic considerations, specializing in educational and commercial projects across diverse climates while maintaining budgetary constraints.
Trace Ward
Principal Architect
Principal Architect Trace Ward holds both AIA and LEED AP BD+C credentials, focusing on sustainable design solutions for educational and institutional projects. With extensive experience in high-performance building systems, he ensures environmentally responsible designs that meet rigorous certification standards while addressing client-specific functional requirements.
Chris Walkup
Principal Architect
Principal Architect Chris Walkup brings AIA-certified expertise to complex architectural projects, emphasizing client collaboration and technical excellence. His work focuses on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that meet evolving educational and commercial needs while maintaining strict adherence to project timelines and budgetary parameters.
Delaney Hetrick
Architect
Architect Delaney Hetrick contributes LEED Green Associate expertise to sustainable design projects. She specializes in integrating environmentally conscious practices into educational and commercial architecture, working closely with senior principals to develop innovative solutions that balance ecological responsibility with practical building functionality.
Bushra Sayad
Designer
Designer Bushra Sayad focuses on creating visually compelling architectural solutions while maintaining technical accuracy. She collaborates across project teams to develop design concepts that align with client objectives and regulatory requirements, contributing to both educational and commercial projects throughout the Pacific Northwest.
Questions
What architectural services does GLAS Architects offer?
We provide full-service architectural design for educational, institutional, and commercial projects including roof consulting, building envelope analysis, sustainable design, and pre-bond planning services.
Do you specialize in educational facility design?
Yes, we have extensive experience with K-12 schools and higher education facilities, including campus master planning, laboratory design, and bond measure preparation for institutions across Oregon.
Are your architects LEED-certified?
Our team includes LEED AP BD+C and LEED Green Associate professionals who incorporate sustainable design principles into all project types, with completed LEED Silver-certified projects like the Oregon Coast Community College Central Campus.
What makes your roof consulting service unique?
Principal Jesse Grant's dual credentials as both licensed architect and IIBEC-registered roofing consultant provide holistic building envelope solutions that balance aesthetics, performance, and budgetary considerations.
How do you approach building envelope consulting?
We analyze and optimize entire building envelope systems including walls, windows, insulation, and air barriers to improve energy efficiency, reduce operating costs, and enhance structural resilience against environmental factors.
Can you assist with pre-bond planning for schools?
Yes, we help educational institutions develop comprehensive pre-bond plans including facilities assessments, cost analysis, and strategic project prioritization to ensure successful bond measures and efficient implementation.
