Myrtle View House, Portland / In Situ Architecture
Tucked on a steeply sloping site with expansive views of the city and mountains, Myrtle View House is a complete reimagining of an existing 1950’s residence.
In Situ Architecture
Based in Portland, Oregon, In Situ Architecture was formed in 2008 by Jeff Stern. Jeff was an early adopter of LEED, Living Building Challenge, and Passive House, and in 2012 became one of the first Certified Passive House Consultants in Portland. In 2013, Jeff completed one of the first certified Passive House projects in Portland and the Northwest, and he continues to push the envelope of sustainability, energy efficiency, and building science.
A licensed architect in Oregon since 1996, Jeff earned his Master of Architecture from the University of Oregon, and a Bachelor of Environmental Design with Honors from the University of Colorado in Boulder. Prior to forming In Situ Architecture, he gained experience working for some of the region’s best architects and has completed an extensive array of projects from small house remodels to large public buildings.
LOCATION: Portland, Oregon
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A Smart Modern Home Designed For The Inner City
Situated on a standard 50’x100′ lot in southeast Portland, 18th Avenue House is a smart modern home designed for the inner city.
Skidmore Passivhaus by In Situ Architecture
After years of working from their home in Portland, Oregon, architect Jeff Stern and his wife, a felt artist, decided to build a house that better suited their lifestyle. A modern, energy-efficient design creates an authentic connection between work and home.