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Opsis Architecture is an award winning design office based in Portland, Oregon. Opsis Architecture is based in Portland, Oregon, USA.

Our mission is to advance our client's vision with inclusive and inspired design elevating the human experience and nurturing the environment through the enduring art of architecture. Our firm was established in 1999.

10/13/2026

The Schnitzer Center is taking shape on the Catlin Gabel campus, with all 16 long-span glulam beams now installed. Spanning 112 feet, the pitched beams, milled in Eugene from Yakama Nation forest timber, sweep over the 800-seat gymnasium to create an expansive indoor court and a memorable experience for student-athletes and spectators. Additional mass timber features, including exposed dowel-laminated timber in the Commons and lobby and a mass plywood panel social stair, further strengthen the center's focus on connection and wellness.

Opening in fall 2027, the Schnitzer Center will feature spaces for dining, athletics, wellness and community events, all woven into the steep, wooded terrain at the entrance to campus.

Client: Catlin Gabel
Contractor: Walsh Construction Co.
Structural: Holmes US
Wood Advisor: Sustainable Northwest
Photography: Flor Projects

10/13/2026

Our very own, Lauren E. Loosveldt will be sharing her perspective alongside our Design-Build partner, Andersen Construction with Boise State University at the 28th LCI Congress in Atlanta, Georgia. “How Boise State’s Lean Culture Built on the Blue,” promises to be an entertaining presentation with the real playbook of successes, fumbles, and epic comebacks, and strategies to build your own championship Lean team. Building on the Blue just got exciting!

10/07/2026

A big moment for Central Washington University (CWU)!

The doors are officially open at the new North Academic Commons, which CWU President Jim Wohlpart called "one of the most spectacular buildings on any campus in the state of Washington."

The grand opening brought together CWU leadership, students, faculty, representatives from the Yakama Nation and other Tribes, elected officials, community leaders and our project team for a ribbon cutting and a first look inside the new building.

Opsis designed the North Academic Commons to foster connection and collaboration, creating new opportunities for interdisciplinary learning while redefining the gateway to campus. The project features active learning classrooms, a TED Talk-style lecture hall, a mock courtroom, student-centered gathering spaces and a soaring mass timber atrium filled with natural light. It also advances CWU’s sustainability goals through a groundbreaking geothermal system, rooftop solar and a path toward LEED Gold certification.

Congratulations to CWU, our partner and everyone who helped bring this vision to life. We're proud to celebrate the grand opening of a place designed to support the next generation of learners, leaders and changemakers.

Client: Central Washington University
Design Architect: Opsis Architecture
Prime Architect: NAC
Construction: Garco Construction
MEP:
Structural/Civil: Coughlin Porter Lundeen
Landscape: Walker Macy
Lighting: LittleFish Lighting
Environmental Graphics: B+H Architects
Art Installations: RYAN! Fedderson

10/01/2026

From building materials to energy performance, every design decision at Oak Lodge Library tells a story.

Join us during Portland Sustainable Building Week for a tour of Oak Lodge Library and Concord Community Park. Hear from the project team, library leadership and owner representatives about the decisions that shaped the project, from dowel-laminated timber and rooftop solar to the design of the library's custom sunscreen.

📅 Thursday, October 8
⏰ 9:30 AM - 11 AM

Follow the link to reserve your spot: https://ow.ly/3ozG50ZTbHB

Client: Clackamas County, Oregon
Associate Architect & Library Designer: Johnston Architects
Photography: Christian Columbres
Tour: ZERO Coalition

09/29/2026

Join us during Portland Sustainable Building Week for a tour of Hidden Creek Community Center.

Hear firsthand from the project team about the design decisions and sustainability strategies that shaped this vibrant community hub and helped it qualify for Energy Trust of Oregon's Path to Net Zero incentives. Owner representatives will share insights into the facility’s performance and lessons learned.

📅 Monday, October 5
⏰ 1 PM - 2:30 PM

Plus, don't miss our Oak Lodge Library & Concord Community Park tour later this week. Reserve your spot for both events at the link: https://linktr.ee/opsisarchitecture

Photos by: Jeremy Bittermann

08/27/2026

The former attic of Fairbanks Hall sat unused for decades. Today, it serves as the Center for Material Cultures Research in Archaeology, Art and Indigenous Studies.

Following the renovation of Fairbanks Hall's first three floors, our team transformed the former attic into a space that supports faculty research, hands-on learning and opportunities for students to work directly with collections and emerging technologies.

The project preserves the character of the historic building while creating modern teaching and learning environments, collection displays and places to showcase student work. Together, the four floors of Fairbanks Hall form a home for arts education, research and discovery at Oregon State University.

Client: Oregon State University
Contractor: DD&C
Photos: Josh Partee

08/25/2026

The new Health Sciences & Children's Learning Center expands COCC's Madras campus, creating space for both future health care professionals and young learners to thrive.

The expansion connects health care training, early childhood education and child care services across two floors. The facility supports a range of teaching and learning environments, from nursing labs and hybrid classrooms to spaces where future early childhood educators gain hands-on experience alongside The Children's Learning Center, a nonprofit organization serving Madras families.

By bringing health sciences education and early childhood learning together under one roof, the project addresses the region's demand for hands-on health careers education, workforce training and child care services.

Client: Central Oregon Community College
Contractor: Kirby Nagelhout Construction
Photos by: Josh Partee

08/17/2026

Opsis designer Sarah Burk joins INTERIOR DESIGN Magazine’s 30/30 program, recognizing the top 30 designers around the age of 30 who excel in the design industry.

Sarah’s a designer and Washington licensed architect with 10+ years of experience spanning public libraries, civic spaces, mixed-use developments and higher education. A member of Opsis’s Interior Design Focus Group, Sarah brings curiosity to all facets of her work and a commitment to creating inviting community-focused environments. As part of the 30/30 program, Sarah will join 29 other designers in advancing their professional knowledge and honing their craft.

Congratulations, Sarah!

07/14/2026

Our team is growing! Give a warm welcome to Ernesto Contreras, Emma Norman and Paul Tierman to Opsis!

A Project Manager / Project Designer, Ernesto brings 20 years of experience managing and delivering projects from design concepts to detailed documentation and construction. With experience in civic, labs and workspace projects, Ernesto excels at successfully executing and delivering large complex projects. Balancing creative and technical ex*****on, he has worked on projects of varying scales, domestic and international, as technical lead. Ernesto is a registered architect in Washington.

Emma supports the day-to-day administrative team in her role as Receptionist/Office Assistant. She ensures the studio runs smoothly, managing front desk operations and serving as a central contact point for staff and visitors. With a background in operations, she brings a strong organizational and communications foundation needed to support highly functional studio environment.

Paul is a licensed New York architect with 15 years’ experience in the design and delivery of cultural, commercial, educational and multi-family residential projects. An Opsis Associate and Senior Designer, Paul’s work reflects a deep commitment to site context, craft, material quality and user experience as fundamental drivers of his design approach. He is highly skilled at facilitating cross-disciplinary collaboration to ensure design intent is seamlessly carried through concept to construction.

We’re thrilled to have Ernesto, Emma and Paul join Opsis!

Photos by So-Ming Kang

07/09/2026

Please join us in congratulating Chase Ashley, Justine Banda, Sarah Burk, Pete Heibel and Megan Norton on their promotion to Associate!

Chase is an architect with nine years of experience in higher education, workplace and community design. He brings a strong mix of creativity and functionality to projects, guiding work from concept through completion. Known for a collaborative approach, Chase has helped clients translate vision into built form while pushing the boundaries of what design can achieve.

As an Opsis project manager and architect, Justine designs and manages projects that foster learning, connection and community. With 15 years of experience, she brings a highly detailed approach to her work with K–12, higher education and community clients. Her sustainability-focused perspective is shaped by her time on the East Coast, where she worked on complex renovations, historic preservation and adaptive reuse projects.

Sarah is a designer with over 10 years of experience spanning public libraries, civic spaces, mixed-use developments and higher education. Her outgoing and approachable style fosters collaboration, while her strong design vision and commitment to community-focused work leads to thoughtful, innovative outcomes. Sarah is a registered architect in Washington and volunteers her time with AIA Seattle.

With 15 years of experience in both architectural and BIM workflows, Pete leads the digital strategy at Opsis inspired by a passion for software, automation, and process improvement. He values minimalism and simplicity, striving to support sustainable architecture through clear and efficient workflows.

Megan brings nine years of marketing and proposal management expertise to the AEC marketing landscape. Within the Opsis marketing team, she emphasizes creative storytelling and adeptly manages and coordinates proposal pursuits from start to finish. Her knack for bolstering team dynamics and optimizing workflows distinguishes her in her field.

Congratulations Chase, Justine, Sarah, Pete and Megan!

Photos by So-Ming Kang

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Tuesday	8am - 5pm
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Friday	8am - 5pm

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