“Nathan Good Architects works well with other professionals because they have a broad understanding of all fields associated with building a home. They have great taste for all styles even though they specialize in green architecture. It is their judgment, vision and wisdom that puts them apart from other architects with whom we have worked.”
“Nathan Good Architects provided amazing attention to detail and an experience that was customized to fit our needs. They were true professionals, highly skilled and very enjoyable to work with. If you are looking for someone that is willing to color outside the lines and if a modern or contemporary aesthetic is your thing, I can’t recommend them more highly.”
“Nathan Good Architects understood our ideas for a new building in the historic downtown core of Salem Oregon. They had an excellent understanding of the requirements from the City’s Historic Landmarks Commission. Though the building has not yet gotten underway, the clear architectural concept and beautiful design is eagerly waiting for the work to begin.”
“Nathan Good Architects created our new house with us in a collaborative process that ensured we both would be pleased with its design. They guided us through our all-too-many fantasies and ‘what ifs’ to a wonderful and grounded reality. We enjoyed working with them and we love our house. They are masters of space and light. They gave shape to our wishes and dreams.”
“The professionalism and mutual respect between Nathan Good Architects and our builder was obvious and helped make our project a pleasure for all involved. They deftly guided us through the design process and we appreciated their creative abilities. They provided accurate estimates of architectural cost. We are very glad to have hired Nathan Good Architects for our project and highly recommend them.”
“My husband and I hired Nathan Good Architects to design a single-story, wheelchair-accessible, aging-in-place, Passive House. They designed a house that took advantage of the lot’s pluses and overcame its challenges. Our architect and builder worked well together, the key to the success of our PHIUS project. The house they designed exceeded our expectations.”
“Nathan Good Architects designed a large covered patio space for our vineyard located in the Willamette Valley. We wanted this structure, the first one built on our site, to eloquently express our reverence for the natural setting. The blend of organic materials with perfectly proportioned geometric lines is ideal and we proudly use the space for meetings, parties, and quiet solitary hours of enjoying the natural world in which it is located.”
“Nathan Good Architects is a group of people who believe in bringing their clients’ visions to reality. They leave their egos at the door and bring their skills to the table to create the best project they can for the client using real budgets and timetables.”
“Nathan Good Architects worked up the concept for a major renovation of a sensitive historic landmark and helped see it through City Council and commission approvals. We greatly appreciated their ability to listen to our needs, incorporate the limitations inherent in the situation, and then create a very appropriate and handsome solution. Excellent architects and great to work with!”
“Nathan Good Architects personify world class green architecture. Their buildings fit their surroundings and require use of all the tenants of advanced construction. We have built several of their homes and are always glad to be working with them as the project architect.”
“Nathan Good Architects were intuitive in understanding our requirements and creative in developing a design that exceeded our imagination.”
“Nathan Good Architects designed our LEED Platinum vineyard home. They also designed our winery, tasting room, and gardens. They have a unique design ability for excellent function into beautiful form. They utilized state of the art green building techniques and encourage efficiency in overall design and the ongoing environmental impact.”
“We have enjoyed the collaborative process of working with Nathan Good Architects on several remodel and new construction projects, most recently completing an outdoor structure at our winery. We have plans for additional construction products, anticipating a custom home and winery project. Highly recommended.”
“Nathan Good Architects designed a custom home for our client on an infill lot in Portland. The project needed to be efficient, beautiful, and responsive to the site and surrounding homes. They did a great job of designing a new home that both aligned with adjacent, older homes through form and massing, but also clearly reflected our client’s environmental ideals. I was the builder on this project, and it was a pleasure to work with this design team from start to finish.”
“Nathan Good Architects did an excellent design for our stunning house in Baja, Mexico. We lived there for ten years and it was known far and wide as one of the finest designs on the beach. They had a sound understanding of construction and engineering. I would work with them again without a doubt.”
“Nathan Good Architects helped with a remodel project at our beach house. The unique design and personality of the home required a focus on preserving the existing character, while also providing a bay view and enjoyable outdoor seating areas. They were able to accomplish all of our goals, and we feel that not only was the architectural purity of the home retained, but it was improved upon.”
“I highly recommend Nathan Good Architects for discerning clients who are looking for a truly distinguished level of design and professionalism with superb execution.”
“My experience with Nathan Good Architects is stellar. This deeply passionate and creative architecture firm is professional, detail oriented and incredibly respectful of the entire team of designers, builders, and installers. The owners have often remarked on the exceptional service they have consistently provided and their appreciation of the attention to detail.”
“I worked with Nathan Good Architects on designing an unusual house in Cordova, Alaska. I hired them based upon their reputation designing green houses. I was not disappointed. They came to Cordova to walk the property with me and get a feel for the house which would have a balcony cantilevered over the incredible waterfall on my property. It was a fun project. Nathan and his staff were kind, professional and creative. I treasure this experience.”
“I am a contractor who specializes in difficult and demanding projects. Nathan Good Architects took into account the needs of our clients while also visualizing the cost and the considerations for the contractor.”
“I contacted Nathan Good Architects for the design of our lake house in north central Arkansas. I found them to be professional as well as amiable. They made the remote process a breeze. They consistently met deadlines. Additionally, their construction cost estimates and timelines were spot on. I am confident in saying that you can make no better hire than Nathan Good Architects.”
“I can’t think of any higher praise than the fact that every morning I wake up here, I silently thank Nathan and his team for their incredible work.”
“Nathan Good Architects found ways to use high-quality materials where they would have their greatest effect, and to be economical in other areas without sacrificing energy efficiency or the overall aesthetic. As a result, our house is beautiful, practical, energy efficient, and fun to live in.”
“Nathan Good Architects’ integration of a deck overlooking the Deschutes River functions as an outdoor room that is unique, affords beautiful views of the canyon, and provides shelter from the constant breezes.”
“Nathan Good Architects designed a simple, functional and beautiful home that met our budget. Everyone who comes to the home is very impressed by it, and a substantial number just plain fall in love with it.”
“Nathan Good Architects designed a wonderful house in rural Oregon for us. We wanted a simple vacation home that would facilitate fishing and entertaining friends. We wanted the house to visually blend into the Deschutes River canyon in the high desert east of the Cascades, and to use both natural and fire-proof materials where appropriate.”
“Nathan Good Architects utilized our family’s century old barn wood to design a custom home for our family on the Oregon Coast. Their attention to detail, eye for design and nod toward sustainability was exactly what we were looking for to build a home that would last for generations. Our goal was to flood the home with natural light and infuse elements of our family history in every element. Nathan Good Architects exceeded our dreams for this legacy project.”
“We asked Nathan Good Architects to design a storefront that would be eye catching, inviting, reflect the nature of our business, be built out of reused building materials, and fit our budget. Nathan and his team were great at presenting ideas, listening to our feedback and coming back with new ideas. They came up with a wonderful design that gives us one of the nicest storefronts in Salem.”
“We worked with Nathan Good Architects on the design for our dream retirement home on the Oregon Coast while living out-of-state. Nathan Good Architects made the long-distance process work efficiently.”
“Nathan Good Architects worked well with our builder to make sure our vision would be successfully executed. They were an absolute delight to work with and their team was knowledgeable and professional in all regards.”
“Nathan Good Architects are very creative, innovative designers, up to date with the latest of sustainable building applications, and techniques, and leading experts in green building practices.”
“Working with Nathan Good Architects and their staff was a pleasure. They listened to what we wanted and designed a home that we love to spend time in. Because of their interest in being green, our home is very energy efficient. We would do it all over again!”
“Nathan Good Architects listened to our ideas and gently and skillfully steered us towards a design that tastefully incorporated them while also honoring the lot, the view and the environment.”