Business Details
Award-Winning Architects in Seattle, WA
At chadbourne + doss, we are passionate about creating architecture that blends bold ideas with purposeful design. Founded by Lisa and Daren, our practice is rooted in collaboration, craftsmanship, and a deep connection to the natural and human elements of each project. Our approach prioritizes personalized service, ensuring every client receives direct attention from concept through completion. With studios in Seattle, WA, and Astoria, OR, we serve clients across the West Coast and beyond, delivering spaces that are modern, timeless, and uniquely tailored to their surroundings.Recognized by Forbes as top residential architects and honored by Luxe Magazine and the Seattle American Institute of Architects, we combine low overhead with high dedication to focus on what matters most: your project. Our process is practical, transparent, and infused with joy, emphasizing clear communication, strong relationships, and spaces that elevate daily living.
Services
Residential Architecture
Lifestyle-Focused Design
Concept Through Completion
Detail-Driven Construction
West Coast Projects
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized service with one point of contact throughout your project.
- Our low overhead prioritizes your investment in meaningful design outcomes.
- Collaborative process ensures practical, transparent, and joyful project execution.
- Recognized by Forbes, Luxe Magazine, and the Seattle American Institute of Architects.
- Experienced team delivers spaces that harmonize with natural and human environments.
What people say
Award-winning architects
Personalized service
Creative solutions
Strong craftsmanship
Collaborative process
Services
Residential Architecture
We craft custom residential spaces that balance modern aesthetics with timeless functionality. Our designs prioritize natural light, material authenticity, and spatial harmony, creating homes that reflect both the environment and the people who inhabit them. Every project emphasizes personalized solutions for everyday living.
Lifestyle-Focused Design
Our approach translates client routines and passions into thoughtfully designed environments. By integrating practical needs with creative expression, we develop spaces that enhance daily life while maintaining architectural integrity. This includes tailored layouts, material selections, and functional details aligned with client lifestyles.
Concept Through Completion
From initial vision to final construction, we manage every project phase with meticulous attention. Our full-service process includes schematic design, permitting, construction documentation, and on-site oversight, ensuring seamless execution of the original design intent while maintaining budget and timeline goals.
Collaborative Process
We prioritize direct communication and shared decision-making throughout each project. By maintaining one primary point of contact, we foster clear dialogue, address challenges proactively, and ensure client visions are realized without compromising design quality or practical considerations.
Detail-Driven Construction
Every architectural element receives rigorous attention, from structural systems to finish materials. Our focus on craftsmanship ensures that both elemental and expressive details contribute to the overall integrity of the space, resulting in durable, aesthetically cohesive environments that exceed client expectations.
People
Lisa Chadbourne
Partner
Lisa combines imaginative vision with practical expertise to create spaces that connect people to their environments. Her collaborative approach ensures every project reflects both client needs and contextual authenticity.
Daren Doss
Partner
Daren brings warmth and technical precision to architectural design, focusing on crafting functional spaces that feel intuitively right. His hands-on methodology emphasizes clear communication and joyful problem-solving throughout the project lifecycle.
Questions
What architectural styles do you specialize in?
We focus on modern, timeless designs that respond to their environment. Our work balances contemporary aesthetics with functional practicality, tailored to each client's unique needs and site context.
Do you work outside the Pacific Northwest?
While based in Seattle and Astoria, we work across the West Coast and beyond. Our flexible approach allows us to manage projects nationwide while maintaining direct client communication.
How do you involve clients in the design process?
We maintain one primary contact point and regular collaborative sessions to ensure client input shapes every decision, from initial concepts to final construction details.
What awards have you received?
Recognized by Forbes as top U.S. residential architects, with honors from Luxe Magazine and the Seattle American Institute of Architects for design excellence and innovation.
How do you handle project budgets?
Our low-overhead model prioritizes client investments in design quality. We provide transparent cost breakdowns and work within defined budgets while maintaining architectural integrity.
Can you manage full construction projects?
Yes, we offer full-service design through completion, including permitting, contractor coordination, and on-site oversight to ensure faithful execution of the original vision.
Reviews (2)
Christian Julien
Dec 24, 2020
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Very unprofessional. They answered the phone with a "hello?" I asked if this was chadbourne and doss architects to which they responded "yeah, who is this?" Went on to explain that they don't get involved with projects that are less than a $100k budget. All fine and well and I appreciated them being upfront, however it would have been more courteous to refer me to a smaller outfit.
Martin C.
Oct 22, 2012
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How important is the architect in the "I'm going to build a house from scratch and I have never done this before" process? VERY. I would say it's the most important decision you will make. My wife and I interviewed five architects/firms before choosing chadbourne + doss and during the interview process AND the building of our house we were struck by several things that set chadbourne + doss apart.
- You get a team. It's almost like hiring two for the price of one.
- They don't always agree. Which is good! If chadbourne + doss work it out, odds are super high you and
- You get a team. It's almost like hiring two for the price of one.
- They don't always agree. Which is good! If chadbourne + doss work it out, odds are super high you and
