Nationally-recognized expertise
in sustainable residential architecture

Nationally-recognized expertise in sustainable residential architecture

Cultivate, Inc. is an architecture studio specializing in high-performance, low-carbon residential design. We craft beautiful, sustainable homes of all types for all budgets throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

With over twenty years of experience in Passive House design and construction, we also provide project development and Passive House consulting services. This depth of experience allows us to bring a holistic perspective to every project, constantly refining better was of living and building for our clients. We are both pragmatic and inventive—artfully balancing thoughtful, human-centered design with healthy, carbon-conscious buildings tailored to fit your budget and your priorities.  

Cultivate, Inc. is an architecture studio specializing in high-performance, low-carbon residential design. We craft beautiful, sustainable homes of all types for all budgets throughout the Pacific Northwest and beyond.

With over twenty years of experience in Passive House design and construction, we also provide project development and Passive House consulting services. This depth of experience allows us to bring a holistic perspective to every project, constantly refining better was of living and building for our clients. We are both pragmatic and inventive—artfully balancing thoughtful, human-centered design with healthy, carbon-conscious buildings tailored to fit your budget and your priorities.

We are small-footprint livability experts. From Passive House homes to Net Zero Energy “pocket neighborhoods,” we take pride in building low-carbon homes that foster connectivity. Whatever the project, our ethos is the same: a home should nourish your spirit, your neighborhood, and your ecosystem.

We are innovative and agile housing developers. Our development practice focuses on middle housing that expands homeownership opportunity, neighborhood diversity, and walkability. Whether you’re an investor or a property owner, we can help you use your resources to benefit your community without sacrificing your bottom line.

We are Passive House innovators—our founder helped write the original Passive House modeling software. From large multi-unit residential buildings and office headquarters to single-family dwellings, we work with owners, architecture firms, and developers large and small to achieve Passive House certification. Our experience as architects and developers allows us to understand the real-world implications of our spreadsheets and deliver Passive House buildings cost-effectively. We achieve our clients’ goals through engaged, proactive collaboration with the project team.

We are small-footprint livability experts. From Passive House homes to Net Zero Energy “pocket neighborhoods,” we take pride in building low-carbon homes that foster connectivity. Whatever the project, our ethos is the same: a home should nourish your spirit, your neighborhood, and your ecosystem.

We are innovative and agile housing developers. Our development practice focuses on middle housing that expands homeownership opportunity, neighborhood diversity, and walkability. Whether you’re an investor or a property owner, we can help you use your resources to benefit your community without sacrificing your bottom line.

We are Passive House innovators—our founder helped write the original Passive House modeling software. From large multi-unit residential buildings and office headquarters to single-family dwellings, we work with owners, architecture firms, and developers large and small to achieve Passive House certification. Our experience as architects and developers allows us to understand the real-world implications of our spreadsheets and deliver Passive House buildings cost-effectively. We achieve our clients’ goals through engaged, proactive collaboration with the project team.

Street view of Ankeny Row development in Portland, Oregon with several townhomes and parked cars.
Architectural drawing of Passive House design to be constructed in White Salmon, Washington.
Residents on balconies and riding a bicycle outside building at Tillamook Row development in Portland, Oregon.
Street view of Ankeny Row development in Portland, Oregon with several townhomes and parked cars.
Architectural drawing of Passive House design to be constructed in White Salmon, Washington.
Residents on balconies and riding a bicycle outside building at Tillamook Row development in Portland, Oregon.
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