Business Details
30 Years
experience
Award-Winning Architectural Design Services in Portland
Bruce Sternberg Architects is an award-winning architecture firm specializing in sustainable design and integrated project management. With over 25 years of experience in Portland, Oregon and a 13-year foundation in Los Angeles, we deliver holistic solutions spanning residential, commercial, institutional, and planning projects. Our approach combines architecture, interior design, planning, and construction under one roof to ensure seamless execution and client satisfaction. Our designs prioritize spatial innovation, contextual sensitivity, and functional efficiency while maintaining strict adherence to budgetary and scheduling requirements. The firm holds extensive credentials including LEED Accreditation, state architectural licenses in Oregon and Washington, and general contractor licenses in both states. Our team has earned national recognition for excellence, including AIA Merit Awards and Governors Livability Awards, reflecting our commitment to advancing design quality and community impact.We provide in-house project management services such as cost estimating, construction documentation, and quality control oversight. Our construction division, Build, Inc., extends our vertical integration philosophy by offering direct construction services for select projects. This unique structure enables superior coordination between design and construction phases, accelerating project delivery while maintaining exacting standards. With a portfolio encompassing over 150 completed projects, we combine deep technical expertise with creative problem-solving to deliver architecture that enriches both user experience and environmental performance.
Services
Architecture
Interior Design
Project Management
Construction Services
Urban Planning
Residential Design
Commercial Projects
Sustainable Design
Feasibility Studies
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- Over 25 years of Oregon-based architectural experience
- LEED Accredited Professional leadership ensures sustainable expertise
- Integrated design-build approach through affiliated construction company
- Award-winning portfolio with multiple AIA and Gold Nugget recognitions
- Dual architectural and contractor licenses in Oregon & Washington
Associations and certifications
- LEED AP
Services
Architecture
Our architectural practice delivers innovative, context-sensitive designs for residential, commercial, and institutional clients. We integrate spatial creativity with technical precision to create functional, sustainable environments that respond to client needs and site conditions. Our licensed architects provide full-service design from concept through construction documentation.
Construction Services
Through our affiliated Build, Inc. entity, we offer direct construction services that maintain continuity from design to execution. Our construction team manages bidding, subcontractor coordination, field supervision, and quality control while maintaining strict adherence to design intent and budget parameters for Oregon and Washington projects.
Interior Design
Our interior design solutions prioritize functionality, aesthetics, and occupant well-being across residential and commercial environments. We develop spaces that maximize usability while maintaining harmony with architectural context, incorporating material selections and finishes that balance durability with visual appeal.
Urban Planning
We provide comprehensive planning services including neighborhood master plans, transit-oriented development studies, and feasibility assessments for mixed-use projects. Our planning approach integrates land use patterns, public spaces, and infrastructure requirements to create walkable, sustainable communities that address both current and future needs.
Project Management
Our in-house project management ensures seamless coordination across all development phases. Services include cost estimation, construction scheduling, contract administration, and quality control systems that maintain project timelines and budgetary constraints while preserving design integrity throughout the building process.
People
Bruce Sternberg
Principal Architect
Award-winning architect with over 40 years experience in integrated design, holding licenses in Oregon and Washington. LEED Accredited Professional and licensed contractor with expertise in residential, commercial, and institutional projects that have earned multiple regional and national design awards.
Questions
What architectural services do you offer?
We provide full-service architectural design, interior architecture, urban planning, and construction services across residential, commercial, and institutional sectors with specialized expertise in sustainable design.
Are you licensed in Oregon and Washington?
Yes, we hold active architectural licenses in both Oregon and Washington, along with general contractor licenses in both states for direct construction oversight.
Can you handle complex urban development projects?
Our firm has extensive experience with urban planning, mixed-use developments, and transit-oriented design, including large-scale feasibility studies and neighborhood master plans.
Do you offer integrated design-build services?
Through our affiliated Build, Inc. entity, we provide vertically integrated design-build solutions that maintain continuity from conceptual design through construction realization.
What sustainability credentials do you hold?
Our principal architect is a LEED Accredited Professional with extensive experience implementing sustainable design strategies across various project types and regulatory environments.
How long have you been in business?
Founded in Portland in 1996 with our principal's architectural career beginning in 1983, combining over 25 years of local experience with decades of national expertise.
