Business Details
33 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Oregon City
Founded in 1993, Iselin Architects has built a reputation for delivering high-quality architectural solutions tailored to client needs. Our firm prioritizes collaborative design processes, integrating sustainable practices through adaptive reuse, energy-efficient systems, and durable materials. With expertise in residential, commercial, and historic preservation projects, we have earned regional recognition for innovative design excellence.Our small-team approach ensures personalized attention to every project phase, from initial concept to construction administration. Certified as a Minority and Woman-Owned Business Enterprise by Oregon's Department of Consumer and Business Services, we combine technical precision with creative vision to create spaces that reflect client values and enhance community character.
Services
Residential Design
Commercial Architecture
Historic Preservation
Building Condition Surveys
Construction Supervision
Details
- Year established: 1993
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of architectural expertise since 1993
- Our team specializes in sustainable design and historic preservation
- We provide personalized service with direct principal involvement
- Our award-winning projects demonstrate design excellence and technical proficiency
- We are certified MBE/WBE by Oregon's Department of Consumer and Business Services
Associations and certifications
- Minority Owned Business Enterprise (MBE)
- Woman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE)
Services
Residential Design
We create custom residential spaces that reflect homeowner lifestyles through tailored design solutions. Our services include single-family homes, multi-family developments, and remodeling projects. By combining aesthetic vision with practical functionality, we deliver energy-efficient living environments that meet specific client needs while maintaining long-term value through sustainable material selection and construction practices.
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture services focus on creating functional spaces that enhance business operations and client experiences. We specialize in retail, office, medical, and industrial facilities, addressing specific programmatic requirements while maintaining aesthetic appeal. Through careful coordination of technical systems and spatial planning, we deliver environments that support business goals while meeting regulatory standards and sustainability objectives for long-term operational efficiency.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in preserving architectural heritage through adaptive reuse and restoration projects. Our approach maintains historical integrity while integrating modern functionality and code compliance. By revitalizing existing structures, we help communities retain cultural identity while achieving sustainability through material conservation. Our expertise includes historic building assessments, preservation planning, and execution of restoration work that balances tradition with contemporary needs.
Building Condition Surveys
We conduct comprehensive evaluations of existing structures to identify maintenance needs and improvement opportunities. Our surveys assess structural integrity, system performance, and code compliance to develop strategic renovation plans. This service helps property owners prioritize investments, extend building lifespan, and optimize functionality through data-driven recommendations that align with budgetary constraints and long-term property management goals.
Construction Supervision
Our construction administration services ensure design intent is maintained throughout the building process. We provide technical guidance, quality control inspections, and coordination between contractors and stakeholders. This oversight guarantees compliance with approved plans, budget adherence, and timely project completion while addressing field challenges through practical solutions that maintain design integrity and performance standards.
People
Jessica Iselin
Co-Founder
Jessica Iselin co-founded Iselin Architects in 1993, bringing creative vision and collaborative leadership to every project. Her design approach emphasizes sustainable solutions that balance aesthetic beauty with functional requirements, ensuring spaces that meet client needs while enhancing community character through thoughtful architectural expression.
Todd Iselin
Co-Founder
Todd Iselin co-founded Iselin Architects with a focus on technical excellence and client collaboration. His expertise in integrating efficient structural systems with innovative design solutions ensures projects deliver long-term value. He oversees technical execution while maintaining direct client engagement throughout the design and construction process.
Erik Peterson
Project Manager
Erik Peterson manages project delivery with attention to detail and client communication. His leadership ensures smooth coordination between design teams and contractors, maintaining project timelines and budgets while upholding design quality standards through effective construction administration and problem-solving expertise.
Erik Bond
Architect Intern
Erik Bond supports design and documentation processes with emerging architectural expertise. As an intern, he contributes technical skills and fresh perspectives to project teams while developing professional proficiency under senior architects' mentorship, assisting in delivering comprehensive architectural solutions that meet client objectives.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in residential design, commercial architecture, historic preservation, building condition assessments, and construction administration services tailored to Oregon's unique building environment.
How do you incorporate sustainability into your designs?
We integrate sustainable practices through adaptive reuse, energy-efficient systems, durable materials selection, and passive design strategies that reduce environmental impact while maintaining functional and aesthetic requirements.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Oregon City, we serve clients throughout Oregon including Portland, West Linn, Clackamas, Bend, and Vancouver, WA for both residential and commercial projects.
Can you handle historic building restoration projects?
Yes, we have extensive experience with historic preservation including adaptive reuse, original material conservation, and code-compliant restoration of culturally significant structures across the Pacific Northwest.
Are you certified as a minority/woman-owned business?
Yes, we are certified as both a Minority Owned Business Enterprise (MBE) and Woman Owned Business Enterprise (WBE) by Oregon's Department of Consumer and Business Services.
