Architectural, Owner Representation, and Permitting Services in Portland, Oregon
JR DBA provides architectural design, owner representation, and development consulting services for residential and commercial projects throughout the Portland metropolitan region. Our services support homeowners, developers, and property owners navigating design, permitting, and construction strategy. With more than two decades of experience in architecture, construction coordination, and building code analysis, we help clients move projects from early feasibility through permitting and implementation.
Residential Architecture
Custom homes, significant remodels, and accessory dwelling units designed with architectural clarity and construction intelligence.
JRDBA integrates:
Site and zoning analysis
Program development and spatial planning
Design refinement and detailing
Construction documentation
Permitting coordination
Architect-led construction administration
Projects are approached with an emphasis on durability, proportion, material integrity, and disciplined execution.
Owner Representation & Construction Oversight
For custom residential projects requiring enhanced oversight, JRDBA provides architect-led Construction Manager as Advisor (CMa) services.
This role protects owner interests through:
Contractor bid comparison
Pay application evaluation
Change order review
Schedule and coordination oversight
Site observation and documentation
Available as an integrated service alongside architectural design or as independent advisory support.
Commercial & Multifamily Architecture
JRDBA provides architectural services for commercial, multifamily, and publicly funded projects throughout Portland and Southwest Washington.
Project types include:
Tenant improvements
Change-of-occupancy conversions
Adaptive reuse
Small mixed-use buildings
Multifamily residential projects
Publicly funded housing and community developments
Projects are guided under the Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC) with structured attention to:
Occupancy classification
Fire-life safety systems
Egress and life-safety planning
Structural and seismic considerations
Accessibility compliance
Energy code coordination
Multifamily & Publicly Funded Projects
JRDBA brings familiarity with regulatory frameworks that frequently govern publicly funded or affordable housing developments, including:
Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) program requirements
Section 504 accessibility standards
Fair Housing Act (FHA) design considerations
State and local funding compliance coordination
Design and documentation are approached with disciplined attention to accessibility integration, long-term durability, and regulatory alignment from early design through permitting.
Commercial Permitting & Regulatory Strategy
Architect-led feasibility analysis and regulatory review for developers, investors, and commercial stakeholders.
Services include:
Title 24.85 (URM seismic) review
ORS 447.241 accessibility evaluation
OSSC occupancy classification analysis
BDS coordination strategy
Permit pathway memoranda
Engagements are structured to clarify regulatory exposure before significant capital commitment.
Integrated or Standalone Engagement
Services may be provided:
As full architectural engagement from concept through construction
As enhanced Owner Representation during construction
As standalone feasibility or permitting analysis
As targeted advisory during specific project phases
Each engagement begins with a consultation to define scope, timeline, and deliverables.
Serving Portland & Southwest Washington
JRDBA provides services throughout:
Portland
Beaverton
Lake Oswego
Hillsboro
Vancouver
Camas
Battle Ground
Begin with the Right Structure
Whether planning a custom home, seeking construction oversight, or evaluating a commercial opportunity, JRDBA provides architect-led guidance aligned with project goals.