Business Details
32 Years
experience
Award-Winning Custom Home Designers in Portland, Oregon
Established in 1994, The WhiteHouse Collection is a boutique custom home design firm headquartered in Portland, Oregon. Our expertise spans three decades of creating personalized residential architecture, providing comprehensive design solutions tailored to clients' unique needs, and offering technical and marketing support to homeowners, builders, and real estate professionals. We prioritize a collaborative approach, beginning with in-depth property assessments and client consultations to ensure every design integrates functionality, aesthetics, and budgetary considerations. Our process combines hand-drawn conceptual sketches with advanced AutoCAD technology to develop refined, site-specific plans that maximize property potential and enhance resale value. Recognized as Street of Dreams award-winning designers and Houzz Award Winners, we maintain a strong commitment to client satisfaction through transparent communication, creative problem-solving, and meticulous attention to detail.Our team, led by experienced professionals with extensive industry knowledge, ensures that each project reflects both modern design trends and timeless elegance. With service areas covering multiple counties in Oregon, we specialize in transforming clients' visions into distinctive living spaces that harmonize with their lifestyles and environments. Our reputation for excellence is evidenced by long-standing client relationships and testimonials praising our innovative designs and professional service delivery. Through continuous professional development and adherence to industry best practices, we maintain our position as trusted leaders in custom home design.
Services
Custom Home Design
Interior Design
Construction Documents
Property Consultation
Design Process Support
Builder Collaboration
Residential Architecture
Awards Consultation
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Award-winning designs since 1994 with personalized property assessments
- 30+ years of expertise in residential architecture and site-specific planning
- Combines hand-drawn conceptual sketches with advanced AutoCAD technology
- Client-focused process emphasizing transparent communication and creative problem-solving
- Recognized for maximizing property resale value through innovative design
What people say
Diverse design expertise
Superior design capabilities
Personalized approach
Fun to work with
Exceeded expectations
Services
Custom Home Design
We create bespoke residential designs tailored to clients' specific needs and property characteristics. Our process combines creative vision with technical precision to produce functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces that maximize property value while maintaining timeless appeal through decades-proven design principles.
Interior Design
The Signature Series by Candace White offers comprehensive interior design services that seamlessly integrate with architectural elements. We provide expert guidance on material selections, spatial layouts, and decorative elements to create cohesive living environments that reflect clients' personal styles and practical requirements through collaborative consultation processes.
Construction Documents
We produce detailed construction documentation using both hand-drawn sketches and AutoCAD technology. These comprehensive blueprints ensure clear communication of design intent to builders while meeting all local jurisdiction requirements for plan approval through our thorough understanding of building codes and technical specifications.
Property Consultation
Our consultation services include comprehensive property assessments to evaluate topography, natural light, and environmental factors. We provide expert guidance on optimizing building sites for maximum functionality and aesthetic appeal while addressing potential challenges through practical design solutions developed during initial site visits.
Builder Collaboration
We work closely with builders throughout the construction process, providing technical support and design clarification. Our services include plan refinement for specific properties, builder-specific design adaptations, and ongoing consultation to ensure design integrity is maintained during construction phases.
People
Rick White
Co-Founder & Lead Designer
With over 30 years of experience, Rick White specializes in translating client visions into functional architectural designs, emphasizing site-specific solutions and innovative spatial planning techniques that maximize property value and client satisfaction.
Candace White
Interior Design Director
Candace White brings 20+ years of interior design expertise to the firm, specializing in creating cohesive interior spaces that complement architectural designs while addressing clients' lifestyle needs through her Signature Series design approach.
Questions
What services does The WhiteHouse Collection offer?
We specialize in custom home design, construction documentation, and interior design services, working collaboratively with clients and builders to create personalized residential solutions.
How does your design process work?
Our process begins with property assessment and client consultation, followed by hand-drawn concepts, AutoCAD refinement, and final engineered documents tailored to client needs.
Do you work with builders directly?
Yes, we work with multiple builders, providing technical support and design adaptations to ensure successful project execution while maintaining design integrity.
Can you help with property-specific design challenges?
Our team conducts thorough property assessments to address topography, light exposure, and environmental factors, creating solutions that maximize each site's unique characteristics.
What areas do you serve?
We serve multiple counties in Oregon, including Clackamas, Washington, Multnomah, Yamhill, and Clark counties, working with clients across the Portland metropolitan area.
Reviews (2)
Sue Amos
Jan 23, 2020
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Positive:Punctuality,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I have had the pleasure of working with Rick & Candace for the past 15 years. The design and details that are given to each home along with functionality is incredible. They partner with the best builders in town and make the process of building a home enjoyable. I highly recommend Whitehouse Collection they are the best in town.
I have had the pleasure of working with Rick & Candace for the past 15 years. The design and details that are given to each home along with functionality is incredible. They partner with the best builders in town and make the process of building a home enjoyable. I highly recommend Whitehouse Collection they are the best in town.
Jeff Brown
Jul 16, 2019
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After being in construction over 40 Years these are some of the most precise Plans I've Have ever Work with ! I would refer them to anybody and everybody I come into contact with That's how much I like the Plans Easy to read and self explanatory Thanks Rick And Candice White
