2014 lenity architecture journal of people and projects

THE LENITY ARCHITECTURE JOURNAL OF

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OUR MISSION IS TO PROVIDE DEVELOPERS,PROPERTY OWNERS, INVESTORS AND MANAGERS

A SEAMLESS AND PROFITABLE PLANNING, DESIGN AND BUILDING EXPERIENCETHAT IS MARKED BY PROFESSIONALISM, ATTENTION TO DETAIL,

AND ABOVE ALL–INTEGRITY.AN INTEGRATED APPROACH ENSURES OUR STANDARDS

OF EXCELLENCE ARE EVIDENT IN EVERY PROJECT WHILE A

SPIRIT OF DEDICATION AND CARINGANCHORS OUR LONG TERM PARTNERSHIPS.

OUR VISION IS TO PROVIDE A SEAMLESS AND PROFITABLE

PLANNING, DESIGN AND BUILDING EXPERIENCE

WHILE ENRICHING THE LIVES OFOUR STAFF, CLIENTS AND THOSE THATENTER THE WALLS WE HELP BUILD.

Art Direction + Design

Russ McIntosh, Studio Absolute

Creative Direction

Cheryl McIntosh

Kristin Newland

Production Designer

Caitlin Moriarty

Copywriting

Cheryl McIntosh

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Lead Architect

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Project Client List

Chucks Produce & Street Market

Colson & Colson General Contractor, Inc.

Community Action Agency

Hampton Inn & Suites (a Hilton Franchised Property)

Hawthorn Retirement Group

JEA Senior Living

Rediscover Sunriver

Rood Investments

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THE LENITY WAY

As a full service firm, Lenity Architecture employs over 40 architects, engineers, drafters, site planners, permitting experts and administrative staff.

The wealth of expertise between our Salem and Bend offices

mean that solutions come quickly, accurately and that the

entire process is designed to be seamless from start to finish.

With a portfolio of nearly 400 senior living projects and de-

cades of experience between the shareholders and staff, we

understand how to provide our clients the most value while

creating a comfortable extension of home for seniors. As

we’ve continued to build our team, our range of expertise has

expanded beyond senior housing to also include commercial

architecture and tenant improvements.

That is what we do–this is who we are…

The collective experience of the Lenity Architecture family

represents decades in the industry and hundreds of projects–

but most importantly–our experience represents years of

building meaningful relationships with clients, city officials

and the communities our projects are located in. These

relationships contribute beyond measure to the success of a

project and a shared sense of reward upon its completion.

A spirit of willingness, enthusiasm and respect are at the

forefront of everything we do. This translates to proactive

communication throughout the course of a project and

receptiveness to feedback. It means that while we take pride

in what we do, we also strive to live up to the definition of our

name by being mild and gentle towards others. It means the

simple belief that doing projects together should be fun!

This is what we call “The Lenity Way” and it is the driving

force behind Lenity Architecture.

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Salem and Bend, Oregon

A working philosophy of relationships before transactions.

Our culture–in fact–the very foundation of Lenity Architecture

is built upon handshakes and high fives. We thrive on the

wins–both big and small. Cheers erupt in our office when

permits are secured, when a design challenge is solved, and

when our team collaborates to successfully meet a tight dead-

line. We are all in this together and that philosophy yields

relationships built on unshakable trust, respect and mutual

enthusiasm for our next project together.

We welcome you to explore the pages ahead with a sense of

inclusion knowing that you are an integral part of the Lenity

Architecture story. Decades of experience have taught us that

regardless of the project size or complexity, there is great

reward in seeing it through as a team–shoulder to shoulder

with our clients.

Let’s build something great together.

LETTER FROMTHE SHAREHOLDERS

Dan Roach AIA

Shareholder

Kristin Newland

Shareholder

Marcus Hite, Associate AIA

Shareholder

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Early on in his career, Dan worked at a design firm in North

Carolina focusing on coastal architecture. In 1992, Dan

moved to Oregon from St. Louis, Missouri. In 1994, he

began working with Curry Brandaw Architects–initially as an

intern focusing on apartment design. In 2002, Dan accepted

an opportunity to work with Hollywood Entertainment as

the Manager of Architecture. In 2004, he returned to Salem

where he worked again with Cliff Curry. In 2010, Dan pur-

chased the firm along with shareholders Kristin Newland and

Marcus Hite and together they founded Lenity Architecture.

Design and building is the theme of the Roach household.

Dan’s children are two and four and his oldest is already

interested in construction. Whether it’s their own remodel

or out on a job site, he’s constantly exposed to the industry.

Dan’s wife, Gillian, is an interior designer and the two of

them met designing video and game stores for Hollywood

Entertainment.

“I have the smartest and most beautiful children that have

ever been born or ever will be born and I’ve got the greatest

wife that a man could ever have.”

Dan is a self-proclaimed geek, a snowboarder and traveler

at heart. He has logged over one million air miles to date.

If Dan could be any sound, he would be the distant beep of a

satellite. It reminds him of being on the road at night, under

the stars, and enjoying the quiet solitude of the open road.

Dan’s passion for architecture began with a romantic idea of all it represented and evolved into a sense of deep appre-ciation for the relationships that happen along the way.

As Dan observed his well-dressed relative traveling to exotic

places like China and Saudi Arabia he thought that was

the life for him. Through school, the study of architecture

instilled in him the appreciation of design of space and build-

ings but as his career evolved, so did his passion and source

of inspiration.

“It’s always been about the personal relationships that I’ve had

throughout my career. To me, it’s more about the people than

the objects. I enjoy the interactions with people throughout

the entire process–the clients, the staff and the people who’s

lives we impact through these buildings. It’s about the lives

that seniors have inside the buildings that we’re a part of. The

objects are important too because architecture inspires us

to think about creating a space on a very personal level that

people can enjoy. I think that’s what we all find exciting around

here. Everyone is invested in who we’re serving and that’s

what drives how good our buildings are–what our design does.”

Dan gravitates towards the development side of the business

where he finds the most opportunity for engaging with peo-

ple. Always one to break the norm, Dan enjoys talking with

attorneys in particular. “I enjoy how they deal with words and

concepts. They’re very deliberate. That’s one of the things I

enjoy about architecture. It’s a very deliberate thing–to take

words and ultimately create buildings.”

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WHETHER YOU THINK YOU CAN,OR YOU THINK YOU CAN’T

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KRISTIN NEWLAND

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with two other shareholders, Dan Roach and Marcus Hite

and together they founded Lenity Architecture.

“If you asked me where I would be in my career 17 years ago,

there is no way I would have answered with ‘As an owner

of an Architecture firm.’ Looking back over my career, I’m

proud of what I have accomplished. I’ve worked hard, been

dedicated to the relationships I’ve built and learned every-

thing I could, short of designing and drafting. I leave that to

the professionals although I do like to give my 2 cents every

once in a while. I learn something new every day which keeps

me energized.

Whether it’s with our clients, city officials, or fellow staff

members, I always strive to put my best forward to ensure

each interaction is a positive one.

I have the best partners. I wouldn’t want to do this without

Marcus and Dan. Every day we challenge each other to be and

do better. We trust each other and that is the key to our suc-

cessful partnership.

I truly love what Lenity Architecture is all about–our team,

our clients and the dedication we have towards building last-

ing relationships. We have created a work environment where

our team enjoys the work they do and have fun doing it. We

strive to empower staff to be great and do what inspires them.

We’re also in a unique position to work with some of the best

people in the industry who share our values. The developers

we work with want the same thing for seniors as we do–to

Kristin grew up in Silverton, Oregon and studied English Literature and French at the University of Oregon, West-ern Oregon State College and the Universite de Poitiers in Poitiers, France. As Lenity’s resident fashionista, Kristin’s early European influence is clearly manifest in her passion for style–shoes in particular.

Kristin credits her business sense from her father who owned

a small farming implement business for over 45 years. She

spent summers working at the shop and learned firsthand

what it took to run a family business. Growing up, she imag-

ined herself as a “Big City” girl living in Seattle or Chicago.

Little did she know Salem, Oregon would be her future home

where she would one day raise a family and own a successful

architecture business.

After Kristin’s extended period of study, she had envisioned

herself as an English Lit teacher. However, towards the end

of her schooling, she realized her passion wasn’t for teach-

ing after all. In 1996, Kristin interviewed at Curry Brandaw

Architects, a small architecture firm specializing in senior

housing. Contrary to her original plans, Kristin knew this was

the industry and the firm where she wanted to be. She didn’t

get the job on that first attempt–but she never gave up. A

second position opened as a filing clerk and she took it to

get her foot in the door. Her career quickly skyrocketed

from there to consultant management, then accounting and

ultimately to land use management. When the firm dissolved

in 2007, Kristin became the CEO of Curry Architecture until

the end of 2009. On January 1, 2010 Kristin bought the firm

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in France in 1994, he finally saw the light. With a little help

from me in the beginning, we have been married now for

18 years.

Family is incredibly important to me. I grew up with two

brothers, a sister and the most amazing parents ever. I have

a huge family with 12 sets of aunts and uncles and too many

cousins to count. Most of us live within 3 hours of each other.

My husband and boys are the things that inspire me the most.

They support and love me and make each day a blessing.

There is nothing better than seeing their blue eyes sparkle

with laughter and love. My heart is always full when I’m

with them.”

live out their lives in comfort, safety and enjoy the communi-

ties we design as an extension of home. Senior housing de-

sign is meaningful, important work that directly impacts the

lives of seniors and I’m honored to play a role in that. At the

end of the day, our business is driven by relationships–those

we have with each other as a team and with our clients. What

fortifies those relationships is the genuine caring we share for

the people that enter the walls we help build.”

Kristin’s responsibilities at Lenity include–but are not limited

to–client relations, human resources, financial management

and marketing. She is also the head trend-setter and keeper

of the peace.

Kristin is blissfully married to her husband of 18 years, Aaron,

and together they have two boys–Alexander and Nathaniel.

Alexander is 15 and a soph0more at Sprague High School.

He has played the cello since 4th grade and is currently in

the Strings Ensemble at Sprague. He just completed his first

season of the Sprague Golf Team. Nathaniel is 13 and is in

the 8th Grade at Crossler Middle School. He has a passion for

drawing and building. His dream is to become a video game

designer, but his mom wants him to focus on the architecture/

construction world. Imagine that! Both of the boys are avid

video game players which is one talent their mother is not too

keen on.

“I met my future husband in 1992 and knew immediately

I was going to marry him–it was love at first sight. However,

Aaron didn’t quite know it at the time. After I spent a year


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into his career and passion. Early on in Marcus’ career, he

had the opportunity to work alongside several of the most

influential people in Salem’s architectural landscape. It was

these relationships that continued to inspire and direct his

career path and ethos. Marcus credits Bill Colson in particular

who he considers the second most influential person in his

life next to his father. Marcus believes Bill’s business attitude,

the way he treated people and his approach to life was instru-

mental in shaping Marcus’ values as a professional.

“I watched what my dad and Bill Colson did for years and I

feel it’s about providing those services and carrying it forward.

Those are all the values that drive the team at Lenity Architecture

as well as the people we surround ourselves with. I was bred

with those values. I live and breathe them and strive to carry

on that tradition.”

Marcus attended CCC for nearly two years and aced the ar-

chitectural classes. He realized he’d been doing all this since

he was 10 with his father and the classes became redundant.

He decided to move to California where he worked in the oil

fields as a derrick hand. After six hard months of 12-14 hour

days in the heat doing dangerous work, he decided to try that

architecture thing out again. He was 20 and began working

for a California architecture firm where he was in charge of a

group of staff ages 25-40.

Marcus returned to Oregon in 1990 and after many years

doing what he loved with the same people that inspired him

from the beginning, Marcus founded Lenity Architecture

A strong work ethic grounded in the construction industry has been the common thread of Marcus’ family for generations.

His father was an architect and grandfather was a home

builder and consequently, Marcus was no stranger to child

labor growing up.

“My grandfather would take me to job sites and have me

pull nails and put them in a coffee can. Then he’d have me

straighten them out so he could use them later for framing.

I’d be in the garage for hours.

When I was growing up, my dad had an architectural practice

in Salem. He’d have me draw title blocks for him and pay me

.25 for each one. Ten sheets and I was rich! He would always

take me out to the job sites and my most memorable one was at

ten years old when we visited a remodel at the state penitentiary.

Years later I asked why he took me out there and he said ‘Well I

figured if you got to see the inside, you’d never want to go back.’”

Marcus’ father, Lawrence Hite is retired now and living in

an assisted living home. Marcus attributes everything he’s

learned about business ethics to his father. He always went

the extra mile and it was always about the client relationship.

21 years ago, Marcus was a new father and needed some

extra money for Christmas. He was working for his father

at the time when he heard that Cliff Curry was looking for

someone to do drawings for a project. Upon the project’s

completion, Cliff asked him to stay on with him. With that

offer and his dad’s blessing, Marcus’ temporary job evolved

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THOSE ARE THE MOMENTS THAT MAKE ME

PASSIONATE ABOUT WHAT I DO.

WHEN YOU WALK INTO A SENIOR LIVING COMMUNITY AND SEE

AND ENJOYING THE SPACE–THAT EVERYONE IS HAPPYwith Kristin Newland and Dan Roach. Today Marcus oversees

designs, construction docs, construction and client relations.

“I’m passionate about construction and seeing things hap-

pen. I always enjoyed driving down Lancaster with my dad

where he designed half the buildings. That’s what I strive

for today–people driving by our projects and saying, ‘By God,

that’s a beautiful building!’ It’s rewarding to be a part of that.

Or when you walk into a senior living facility and you can see

that everybody’s happy and enjoying the space–those are the

moments that make me passionate about what I do.”

Marcus has three great children–Brittany, Brianna, and Blake–

as well as three dogs and a cat. Marcus enjoys hunting, fish-

ing, golf and traveling with his family. Together they try to

spend as much time as they can at their new vacation home

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likes sunsets is far too cliché.

Aaron’s crowning accomplishments as a father thus far:

Watching the entire collection of Disney princess movies with

his daughter, Alice, and perfecting the hum of various movie

theme songs for his new son, August.

Aaron is a project architect, manager and designer for commercial and specialty projects.

He provides architectural and design support for senior living

projects and is currently leading the remodel of a large com-

mercial project–The Village at Sunriver. His responsibilities

include client consultation, scheduling, consultant coordina-

tion, planning, design, construction documents and construc-

tion administration.

Aaron models the Lenity Architecture values by developing

and strengthening relationships with the entire project team

and the community.

“I try to develop genuine relationships with the people I work

with in all areas. I like to discuss a project early on with build-

ing officials, for example, so they know what is coming up

and what’s going on in the community. Allowing everyone

involved in the project an early look, asking for their opinion,

and listening to their comments helps them to become vested

and excited about the project.”

Originally from the Australian coastline, Aaron met his wife

Sarah in the U.S. before attending school at the University of

Adelaide, South Australia for his Bachelor of Design Studies

and Architecture. He enjoys music and plays the guitar and

piano although he claims to be a novice. He’s also a science

aficionado, plays basketball, and of course loves everything

about architecture and design. Always one to break the mold,

Aaron likes “west views as the day ends” because saying he

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Andrew’s primary role with Lenity Architecture is–simply put–turning preliminary designs into working projects.

He particularly enjoys the structural drafting aspect of his

position. Andrew oversees the daily production of structural

and architectural drawings for the Retirement Program

and coordinates with mechanical and electrical to make sure

needed spaces are provided.

Andrew joined the original team over 20 years ago (and has

provided the entertainment ever since). He provides our cli-

ents fast and accurate service and has an eagle’s eye for detail.

Andrew is a single dad with five kids and together they

enjoy all things outdoors–hiking, hunting, fishing and spend-

ing time on the Oregon coast. His other year-round job is

providing transportation for his kids and attending their team

sports games. Andrew’s a fan of computer games, good

movies and music.

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BARBSANDBERG

Barb has been a CAD drafter at Lenity Architecture for 2 years, but her history with the company originally dates back to 2000-2008.

Today, Barb works with the Engineering Department at

Lenity putting together new project drawing sets, providing

the initial mechanical, plumbing and electrical design layouts,

and handling all general drafting for the department.

“I appreciate the people and the purpose at Lenity. There

is a family-like atmosphere that makes for a positive work

environment with goals toward helping make more pleasant

living conditions for seniors.”

Barb believes in working hard while living a balanced life and

enjoying hobbies. She and her husband live in the country on

5 acres. She owns 2 horses and has been showing horses for

14 years. Her current ride is an 8 year old quarter horse which

she bought as a 6 month old and personally trained. “It is so

rewarding to see him learn new events and we have formed

an amazing bond as a team.”

Barb and husband celebrated their 40th anniversary in 2013.

Most weekends they can be found working on their property,

growing a garden, small orchard and lots of flowers. They are

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Originally hired in 1999, Bob is already an accomplished engineer. His experience in senior housing alone sets him apart as an expert in his field.

Bob oversees a mechanical designer, an electrical designer

and a drafter. Together, they produce electrical, mechanical

and plumbing plans for all of Lenity Architecture’s projects.

Bob is licensed in 38 states bringing a breadth and depth to

the service Lenity Architecture is able to provide.

Bob’s passion is helping others and when he saw the Martin

Luther King Jr. quote in an airport one day in 2006, “Life’s

most persistent and urgent question is, ‘What are you doing

for others?’”. He took a hiatus to do just that. For two years,

Bob conducted seminars for at risk teens and their families

while writing and publishing the book, Dads Matter.

Bob and his wife Sherry have been married for 38 years and

have two sons, Keith and Jesse. Jesse is a registered nurse

living in Corvallis and Keith and his wife Joy are MD/PhD’s

specializing in pediatrics. They are residents at Children’s

Hospital Colorado in Denver.

While hesitant to say he’s passionate about golf, he has picked

the sport back up from his interests as a teen and is enjoying

his time on the greens.

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BRIANCOX

Don’t let Brian’s guilty pleasure of gaming fool you–he’s a serious guy with serious talent.

After all, running the “Tricycle Alley” theme camp at Burning

Man or competing in Portland’s Sand in the City sand sculp-

ture competition is not for the faint of heart! His playful spirit

combined with a love for hard work, passion for the business

and a healthy dose of perfectionism make Brian an integral

part of the Lenity Architecture team.

Brian’s razor sharp eye for detail is made manifest through

his tireless efforts on production drawings, code reviews,

construction admin, observation reports, permitting, and li-

censing. Brian plays a key role in project approval and overall

success.

Growing up on a farm, Brian appreciates seeing projects

through to completion, building lasting relationships and

working with his hands. From early childhood, Brian has en-

joyed creating things and started designing houses in middle

school. His calling was realized in full when he graduated

from University of Idaho with a degree in architecture. With

strong family values, Brian and his wife Shannan hope to

impart the same desire to follow the pursuit of life’s passions

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BRIANLIND

Brian’s strengths and experience plays an important role in Lenity Architecture’s goal of streamlining all profes-sional design services under one roof.

Brian is responsible for all landscape architectural services

and assists with site planning and design. He is CLARB

Certified (Council of Landscape Architectural Registration

Boards), an ASLA (American Society of Landscape Architects)

member, and licensed in 15 US states as well as Ontario,

Canada.

“My experience in several regions is an asset due to our nearly

nationwide location of projects. I enjoy creating places of

interest, beauty and new and unexpected experiences for our

residents. My father is a resident of an independent living

facility so I have a personal interest in providing a safe and

enjoyable exterior living environment.”

Brian enjoys the collaborative work environment at Lenity

Architecture. His early influence helps our team to approach

a project with a perspective towards the preservation and

enhancement of the native environment.

Brian was born and raised in Southern California and attend-

ed California State University Northridge where he played

intercollegiate volleyball for the Matadors. Brian and his wife

Joanne met there, married, and went on to raise three sons.

Brian enjoys spending time with family, nature, hiking, ski-

ing, golf, college football and the company of friends.

CHAD MATTSON

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Chad is Lenity Architecture’s Chief of Technology. He is responsible for technology and maintenance, purchasing and research. Chad ensures that our processes are continuous–you could say he’s the cog in Lenity’s wheel.

“My biggest fear is of something going down, so I work hard

making sure I can catch any issues before that happens. For

me, it’s more about the daily, monthly and yearly process

than the outcome of the product.”

Chad admits that’s one thing he misses about construction–

being able to stand back after a day’s work and look at a tan-

gible finished product. Chad originally started in concrete and

carpentry work before attending school at NDSS in pursuit

of an AAS in architectural drafting and estimating. Later, he

received his AAS in computer science at Chemeketa then con-

tinued to take additional courses particularly in CAD design.

Chad began with the team that is now Lenity Architecture in

1985. He has seen the company, the economy and the indus-

try go through major changes but through thick and thin, he

still loves his work and he loves being a part of the team at

Lenity Architecture.

Outside of the office, Chad is passionate about his family,

old cars and astronomy. He has two daughters and a son. His

oldest daughter graduated from the University of Oregon and

works in the field of brain study. She recently went to work with

the University of Oregon’s information systems department.

His middle daughter is attending school in Salem and his son

is now attending school in Colorado. Chad and his wife have

been married 29 years. In his spare time, Chad likes to head

out of town once in a while and look at the stars. He claims

to know two truths about astronomy: 1. It’s unimaginable

how much color there is in space; and 2. You can never have

a big enough telescope.


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Lenity team where she is now her husband’s favorite client.

Cheryl and Russ have two brilliant children–Sedona and

Brenner. Sedona is a talented musician and singer/songwrit-

er with an aptitude in medicine. Brenner, like his dad, is an

avid fly fisherman and is known for his hilarious mishaps on

the river. Together, they’re always on the go and as good as it

might smell–will never be caught watching the mud dry.

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CHERYLMCINTOSH

Cheryl began her marketing career at 7 years old, pedal-ing her artwork around the neighborhood. She knew early on she wanted to market for the creative sector–and that great work sells itself.

Growing up, Cheryl’s mother was a top selling broker in Lake

Havasu, AZ and her dad owned a drywall business. Chan-

neling her mom, Cheryl still gets fired up by business that

evolves naturally out of strong relationships. And she still

loves the smell of drywall mud. It’s irresistible.

Along her career path, Cheryl managed a real estate agency,

sold building materials, and even dabbled in technology, but

her moment of truth was in resource development for the

Boys & Girls Clubs. Here, she saw the good that comes from

raising awareness for what people already want to be a part

of–they just don’t know it yet.

Years later, Cheryl applied for a position with a globally rec-

ognized book design firm as a studio manager so she could

apply her passion for creative more directly. She was awarded

the position when, during an outdoor interview, she flicked a

giant hornet off her shoulder like it was nothing.

As the depth of her appreciation grew for design, so did her

love for branding. In 2009, she was engaged to the love of

her life, Creative Director + Designer, Russ McIntosh. A few

months later, they were married, quit their jobs, and launched

the branding agency–Studio Absolute. This in turn led to a

fortuitous meeting with one of Lenity Architecture’s future

shareholders, Kristin Newland. In 2013, Cheryl joined the

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DANIEL PANTOVICH

Dan oversees a team of staff who produce Lenity Architecture’s working drawings.

Dan plays an integral role in ensuring drawings meet local

code requirements and Lenity Architecture’s own high stan-

dards. He works closely with site superintendents and often

walks the buildings with them during site visits.

“By working with the client and keeping tabs on the ever

changing building codes, I’m able to turn problems into

solutions by constantly refining our working drawings. This

in turn contributes to a seamless building experience for the

client. Personally, I strive to be a man of integrity which is

key to building trusting relationships with our clients and the

people we work with.”

“Lenity hired me because I drew the best foundation detail for

my drafting test. Other than that, I don’t know what they were

thinking. I guess they just wanted a young impressionable

person that could be molded into whatever they wanted.”

(We actually hired Dan for his sense of humor.)

When he’s not cracking jokes around the office, Dan enjoys

hunting, hiking, backpacking, camping, boating, and shout-

ing “GO DUCKS!” at every opportunity. Otherwise, you can

usually find him snuggled next to one of his girls reading a

good book or playing blanket monster.

“I am truly passionate about being a Father and Husband. My

family means the world to me. Being a father is truly the

greatest honor I have.”


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GREGELMORE

Born and raised in Texas, Greg attended Texas A&M Univer-sity before moving to Oregon for what was supposed to be 3 years while his wife attended law school at Willamette University.

20 years later, Greg and his family have officially unpacked

the boxes and are here to stay.

Greg began working in healthcare architecture in 1992

including hospitals, medical clinics, etc. He designed his

first assisted living facility in 1995 and completed the design,

construction documents, and construction administration on

40+ senior housing facilities between 1995 and 2011. The

majority of those were in Oregon and Washington, with oth-

ers in California, Idaho, Colorado, Nevada, and Montana.

Greg joined the Lenity Architecture team in March of 2011 as

Senior Project Manager (which he understands to mean both

senior housing and old). As project manager, he is a primary

client contact and responsible for the project schedule from

start to finish. His focus is on the early entitlements and

approvals from local jurisdictions and states, but he also

provides support for the production phase and construction

administration.

Greg met his wife, Holly, on a blind date 28 years ago and

have been married for 22. Together they have two brilliant

children, Cameron and Chloe, who are both talented musi-

cians and athletes. Greg is very proud of his family and his

hobbies center around spending time with them. A music

lover, his tastes are generally whatever his kids are playing in

the orchestra, on the piano, or listening to on the radio. He

also enjoys most sports–particularly watching his son play

baseball and his daughter play volleyball. His food-love is cur-

rently transitioning from quantity to quality–but the spicier

the better.

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HOLLY BENTON

Holly brings over 23 years of experience to the Lenity Architecture team and is responsible for the full spectrum of accounting duties.

As Director of Accounting, she handles everything from re-

viewing accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, taxes,

financial reporting–the list goes on! It would be an under-

statement to say she plays an important role not only for

Lenity Architecture, but for our vendors and clients as well.

Holly’s left brain tendencies are evident in her accuracy and

rapt attention to detail but her radiant personality and sense

of humor betray any accountant stereotypes. Holly may be

the enforcer when it comes to the company’s finances, but

her dog Riley is a mamma’s boy and has Holly “wrapped

around his paw.”

Holly is married to her best friend and husband of 19 years,

Russ, and together they’ve raised a wonderful young man,

Ryan, who is now 23. Holly has a large family that lives in or

near Salem and she enjoys spending as much time with them

as she can. Holly and her husband enjoy camping, boating,

family get-togethers and traveling to Hawaii as often as possible.

“My goal is to assist in the growth and longevity of Lenity

Architecture. I manage and protect the finances of the com-

pany like I would my own family’s. The inspiring personali-

ties, family atmosphere and inherent challenges of a growing

company makes Lenity an amazing place to work. After 9

years of working with the Lenity team, I can honestly say that

I still enjoy going to work every day; I cannot wait to see what

the future brings.”


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JACOB ANDERSON

Jacob was brought onto the Lenity Architecture team as a drafter and is working toward being a fully licensed architect.

He drafts construction documents, creates renderings and

computer models with a little design thrown into the mix.

Jacob’s personal values reflect the feelings of the Lenity

Architecture team as a whole. “Producing high quality work

for a client is very rewarding. A strong work ethic is impor-

tant on a number of levels–from societal down to personal.

Whatever you aspire to achieve in your life, your goals should

be attacked with a work ethic that will ensure your best

chance for success.”

Jacob’s ingenuity and creativity makes him a great fit at

Lenity–and in his home brewery. In 2011, Oregonians pur-

portedly consumed 2,794,541 barrels of beer. Jacob is proud

to contribute to that growing figure as a home brewer.

Jacob recently tied the knot with Danielle Peterson–a photo

journalist and multi-media producer for the Statesman

Journal. It goes without saying that Jacob provided the beer.

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JACOB (JAKE) BUCK

“Freight Train of (Whatever Competition He’s Trying to Win).”

Jacob is engaged with plans to marry his lovely fiance, Erica,

in September of 2014. “Erica’s skills at motherhood are

breathtaking–by far one of my favorite things to watch! Her

passion for life and her kids is fantastic. Did I mention her

smile? It makes my heart melt every time she smiles!”

Jake oversees structural drawings for the Hawthorn team and provides marketing assistance for their properties.

Lenity Architecture and Hawthorn Retirement Group have

been partners for 35 years–thanks in part to the service and

attention to detail that team members like Jake have provided.

Jake’s portfolio is diverse and ranges from fabrication draw-

ings of sky scrapers to single and double wide homes. His

tenure as a general contractor gave him a broad view of all

aspects of residential construction and he still enjoys doing

small projects for friends and family.

“I love how buildings are put together structurally–one of the

best puzzles out there! I have a wealth of knowledge regard-

ing the program we currently use to draw and I’ve already

started implementing procedures that are saving Lenity–and

our clients–time and money. My hope is that I can streamline

the drafting process even more than it already is.”

Jake’s life outside of Lenity Architecture is equally as diverse

as his professional portfolio. He began surfing at the age of

12 and has surfed around the globe in places like Puerto Rico

and Bali, Indonesia. He started making his own surfboards

“Buck Surfboards” back in 2001 and continues to build boards

out of his shop in South Salem. When he’s not at Lenity

Architecture or his surf shop, Jacob’s camping on the beach

with his fiancé, Erica and his 3 kids–the light of his life and true

center of his happiness.

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Jahaziel enjoys working on a range of different projects and tasks.

He is a fast learner, driven and conscientious about the timeli-

ness, quality and appearance of his work–all characteristics

that make him a good fit with the Lenity team as a whole.

“I am committed to being the best I can in all aspects of my

life. I take pride in being part of a team that strives to provide

their clients and partners the highest caliber service and prod-

uct in the business.”

Outside of work, Jahaziel is very involved with his church

and serves as a pianist, a bass player, a sound guy and most

recently, the church’s electric guitar player. He learned to play

the piano at age 11 and–as with his professional interests–

Jahaziel is constantly seeking to learn and grow in his passion

for music.

Jahaziel is engaged with plans to marry his fiancé, Danica, in

August of 2014.

“Danica is a very sweet person who cares a lot about others.

She’s also a great tap dancer! Danica has always been support-

ive of my career and church involvement and encourages me

to keep going.”

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JASON DIORAZIO

Lenity Architecture knows talent when they see it. We hired Jason fresh out of college–ready to learn and dive headfirst into the architecture industry.

Jason is a CAD drafter by trade but his expertise extends to

every aspect of preparing accurate and timely construction

documents. A typical day at the office involves everything

from preliminary elevations to picking up review comments.

Although his focus is generally related to architecture, Jason

has contributed to structural, electrical and mechanical/

plumbing planning and design.

Jason was born and raised in a little town called North East,

Pennsylvania and moved to Oregon to begin a career with

Lenity Architecture at the age of 19. Back home, Jason has

both parents, an older brother and younger sister. Here in

Oregon, he enjoys spending time with his lovely fiancé,

Kendal. On April 5th of 2014, Kendal made Jason the happiest

guy in the world by accepting his proposal.

“She’s more than I could have ever asked for, she is my best

friend and soul mate. She is beautiful, smart, caring, funny

and perfect for me. I’m lucky to call her mine and I’m ex-

tremely excited to spend the rest of my life with her.”

He also enjoys the outdoors, playing slow pitch softball on the

company team, the coast, country music concerts and of course–

working for Lenity. Jason is a huge sports fan–particularly col-

lege football, NFL and NHL. Jason is a true Fighting Irish fan

and has been to over 10 games on the Notre Dame campus.


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JERRY VANDERPOOL

Jerry’s knowledge and 15 years of experience in an engineering consulting firm specializing in commercial tenant improvements equipped him for Lenity Architecture’s growing commercial division.

His background in designing residential living on a commer-

cial scale was also a perfect fit for several of Lenity’s existing

clients in the senior living sector.

For projects under construction, Jerry is a priceless client

resource for equipment approval, general construction ad-

ministration and site evaluations. He helps determine HVAC

and plumbing layouts that compliment the client’s needs

while coordinating between trades to provide working sets of

construction drawings.

One of Jerry’s greatest strengths is in finding the balance be-

tween architectural beauty and mechanical functionality. His

goal is to select product that compliments the architectural

design while blending into the interior as if it was designed

to be there.

Jerry’s spare time these days are working a small hobby farm

of 4 acres where he has begun a breeding program for Boer

goats and selected poultry. When time allows between work

and farm, Jerry enjoys ocean fishing and traveling with his

lovely wife.

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JULY THOMAS

Lenity Architecture’s July Thomas is more than an accounting associate who ensures that our bills are paid on time and to the right people–she’s an administrative guru that makes Lenity Architecture run like a well- oiled machine.

The management team relies on July’s ability to troubleshoot

even the most complex administrative issues with a spirit of

creativity and determination.

Outside the office, July enjoys photography, scrapbooking,

crafts and sports. July is recently married and still basking

in the honeymoon stage. Her husband and kids are the light

of her life. When her kids are not asking for rides to sports

events, they are moonlighting as stand-up comedians.

Lenity Architecture appreciates July for the skills and experi-

ence she brings to the table but also the ability to switch back

and forth between the right and left brain. Her creativity and

quick wit make her a great fit for our team and the valued

associates we do business with. “From the very beginning,

Lenity felt like a place where I needed to be.” When consider-

ing how her values align with Lenity Architecture’s, July says,

“I am passionate about helping others. I think that everyone

needs a little help sometimes and I love to help where I can.”


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KRIS MCBRIDE

of a more comfortable sleep. We feel like after the hard work

she puts in at the office, she’s deserved it!

Kris has an uncanny ability to organize and manage sys-tems and plays a key role in ensuring that all the moving parts of the Lenity Architecture system keep moving.

As the Construction Administration Specialist, she oversees

duties for the construction admin phase of Lenity projects.

Kris works with the Lenity Architecture team heads to pro-

cess incoming and outgoing requests for information and

approvals, she prepares the information to seek building

permits, and communicates with the city regarding plan

submissions. As the chair person for Lenity’s safety committee,

Kris’ role is of critical importance to the success of both the

process and end result. She is also assistant to Marcus Hite

and the lead contact for site superintendents.

Kris has an impressive work history that includes stream-

lining processes in a doctor’s office which led to a 300%

increase in revenue over 3 years. Lenity Architecture prides

itself on a seamless and profitable system for our clients and

Kris’ natural strength in this area makes her an ideal fit for

our team.

Kris has been married 15 years (and counting) and has 2 boys

ages 8 and 14. Her lifelong passion is singing and recently

won first prize in a major karaoke competition. Her sing-

ing can often be heard on the highway as her and her family

make their way down the road in their new motorhome.

Spending the summers camping has always been a priority

for her family and they were excited to ditch the tent in lieu

a s s o c i a t e p r o j e c t m a n a g e r

KRISTINEZNANSKI

serves on the City of Salem’s Historic Landmarks Commission

as well as on the board for the Salem Chapter of the AIA. She

is a founding member of the AIA Salem’s DesignOpine

young architects group and volunteers with Salem Harvest

and Chickens In The Yard.

Kristi plays an important role coordinating with local jurisdictions through the land use process and with civil engineers through site development.

She works with the in-house production and engineering

teams through design development and with the permitting

team until construction begins. Simply put, her gentle but

persistent encouragement keeps projects on schedule and

within budget. Kristi’s attention to detail combined with a

background in architecture, design, and development makes

her an asset to her team.

“I’m excited to be part of a growing, progressive company and

hope to be instrumental in positioning Lenity as a leader in

the field of architecture and development. I have a passion

for knowledge and thrive on each new experience. I work to

serve our clients well by negotiating on their behalf, working

efficiently to save them time and money, while always taking

care to give them the kind of service and attention that will

keep them coming back to Lenity.”

Kristi and her husband Matt recently celebrated their 10th

year of marriage with the birth of a beautiful baby girl, Hazel

Marie. As a family, they enjoy spending time on the Oregon

coast, camping and exploring the Pacific Northwest. In her

spare time, Kristi enjoys cooking, is an avid gardener, and has

a serious book habit. Her long-term plan is to retire with her

husband on a sailboat in the Caribbean–book in hand.

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LEEGWYN

Lee Gwyn set his sights on a career in architecture early on. At age seven, he vividly remembers presenting crayon sketches for a new family home that his parents were in the process of building.

In third grade, one of his school work assignments asked the

question, “What do you want to do when you grow up?” Lee’s

response was, “I want to be an architect.” His mother saved

the assignment and Lee has it to this day.

With that same singleness of purpose, passion for design,

and commitment to clients, Lee felt right at home with

the team at Lenity Architecture. “Bottom line, it was the

people. Marcus, Dan and Kristin share the same passion and

commitment that I’ve always had for my clients. I’m willing

to do anything for my clients and I could tell they shared the

same desire.”

Lee brings a diverse background in all aspects of the architec-

tural profession and he is currently leading the commercial

division at Lenity Architecture.

When Lee’s not arriving early or staying late to get the job

done on time and under budget, his life is focused around

his family and Christian faith. His hobbies include spending

time with family (including an identical twin brother), work-

ing in the garden and on anything related to architecture.

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MARKLOWEN

Mark’s wife is a special education teacher working with

elementary students with special disciplinary needs in the

Salem Keizer School District.

Mark joined Lenity Architecture in December of 2005 as a part of the “front end department” adding to the team’s scope of experience by incorporating his background in real estate, land development, title and survey knowledge.

He works together with the project managers, site develop-

ment, design, and permit teams and consultants to acquire

the necessary approvals and entitlements needed for site

development.

Prior to joining Lenity, Mark had compiled 25 of years of

experience in the real estate brokerage/development, finance,

title and escrow fields. Born and raised in Salem, Oregon,

Mark grew up in a hard working family immersed in resi-

dential real estate development and the construction industry.

He grew up understanding the value of well designed and

carefully thought out development that provides quality resi-

dential options for the local community. This developed into

a passion for investing in the future by helping to provide

quality housing opportunities for all stages of life.

Values such as integrity, dedication and initiative are the

cornerstones of Mark’s professional and personal life. He

has been married for nearly 30 years (to the same wife) and

has had the privilege of watching two extraordinary children

mature into equally extraordinary adults. His son is currently

in the Doctorate of Psychology program at George Fox Uni-

versity and his daughter is pursuing double undergraduate

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MAX PLUKCHI

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Max is part of Lenity Architecture’s commercial division where his focus is primarily tenant improvements and new buildings.

Max provides critical assistance to the architectural team

through preparation of construction documents, client, con-

sultant and contractor correspondence, site measurements

and photos, and 3D modeling.

Don’t let Max’s reserved demeanor fool you. As his wife says,

he may seem quiet on the outside, but inside he’s brimming

with ideas, dreams, desires and compassion towards others.

“I’m passionate about my family, church, cars and the love for

an open road. One of the reasons I love Oregon is the beauty

and diversity that you get to see when you drive off road. Driv-

ing inspires me to dream, imagine and design. I’m passion-

ate about design, style and giving buildings personality; it is

so satisfying to think of something and watch it come to life.”

Max strives to practice the definition of Lenity–the quality or

state of being mild and gentle towards others–in his own life.

“I value integrity, honesty and quality. It naturally translates

into what I do and the Lenity Architecture mission.”

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MICHAELBROWNE

Michael is one of Lenity Architecture’s secret weapons. Whether it’s poker or a day at the office, he’s all in.

From prelim, construction documents, architectural, struc-

tural or site plans–Mike’s greatest strength is in his ability to

move between projects and responsibilities with ease. Mike

is constantly striving for perfection in working drawings and

believes in “no loose end left behind.”

Mike’s wide range of drafting skills and experience include

existing, demo, new construction, commercial, churches,

food, residential and senior housing. As Lenity Architecture’s

Production Specialist, Mike’s attention to detail, versatility

and sense of humor make him like the corner piece in a com-

plicated puzzle–we want to start and complete our projects

with his expertise in place.

Mike enjoys a good joke, Japanese food, playing cards and old

sci-fi movies. After a week of intense deadlines and mind-

bending work, he enjoys doing absolutely nothing on Sunday

mornings in the company of a strong cup of coffee with his

wife, Sam.


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been married 39 years and are proud parents of 6 children

and 13 grandchildren. Michael plays the guitar, banjo and

mandolin and has led worship at his church for over 36 years.

His shares his love of the outdoors with his family and to-

gether they enjoy hiking and backpacking whenever they can.

Michael has been an architect since 1982 and worked in varying aspects of construction most of his life.

He is responsible for site and building design for all related

senior retirement, assisted living, and memory care facilities.

Michael has an innate ability to quickly analyze all informa-

tion pertaining to a site and design a building that addresses

constraints while satisfying the client’s needs. He consistently

dedicates the same level of care and attention to detail regard-

less of the project’s size or budget.

“I love all aspects of design and I feel that there is no project

too small to warrant good design.”

Originally hired in 1995 and with 16 years of collective experi-

ence with the firm, Michael has seen Lenity Architecture

grow and evolve. After his long history with the firm, he is

still driven by Lenity’s mission and vision to provide a seam-

less and profitable planning, design and building experience

while enriching the lives of our staff, clients and those that

enter the walls we help build.

“I love coming to work with the Lenity team and collaborating

to satisfy the goal of developing properties that uplift and

enrich our clients. Our architectural team is second to none.

I know we will be able to progress forward as a team exceed-

ing all expectations.”

Michael is passionate about music, the outdoors, but more

than anything–his family. Michael and his wife, Reni, have

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NAOMI ATKINSON

dedication she has demonstrated year after year–but most

importantly for her remarkable attitude in the face of

challenge that continues to be an inspiration to all.

Naomi is part of the fabric of Lenity Architecture and has been with the company for 17 years.

“Lenity feels like my second home. I work with amazing

people and everyday is a new experience. You never know

what will happen.”

Naomi plays a key role in keeping a sense of organization

in the office, keeping track of projects as well as organizing

and shipping out drawing submissions. Every year she looks

forward to organizing our Christmas party and we cant wait

to see what creative surprises she has in store for us!

Life outside the office is dedicated to Naomi’s home and fam-

ily. She loves to work in her yard, considering it both good

therapy and the perfect place to daydream. Currently she is

researching ideas to incorporate into the secret garden that

she began working on last summer and plans to have com-

plete by this September.

Her three grown children and three grandsons are the light of

her life and she considers herself very fortunate to live within

ten miles of all of them. Naomi comes from a family of 8

children. She has only one sister, Rachel, who she considers

to be her best friend.

Naomi enjoys traveling on occasion. Charleston, SC, where

her sister lives, is her most frequent destination.

We consider Naomi a precious member of the team and

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RACHEL RUDIGER

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Rachel’s organization and communications skills play an important role within the multifaceted phases with projects at Lenity Architecture.

She is responsible for coordination of projects at a planning

level, attending meetings for approvals and assists with site

planning and design. Rachel is currently in the process of tak-

ing her architectural registration exams which will lend her

the opportunity to be a licensed architect in the near future.

“I enjoy working at Lenity architecture because there is a

sense of unity within the workplace. We all work toward

something bigger than ourselves and as a team. In many

ways, our work place and fellow colleagues become our home

away from home. I couldn’t ask for a better one.”

Rachel was born and raised in Minnesota and attended North

Dakota State University where she graduated with a Bach-

elors of Science in Environmental Design in 2006 and a Mas-

ters in Architecture in 2007. Rachel enjoys spending time

working out, venturing into the outdoors, staying connected

with family and friends and cooking some good ole Midwest

hot-dish concoctions!

RONJACKSON

p e r m i t s u p e r v i s o r

As Lenity Architecture’s permit supervisor, Ron visits project communities and secures permits for Building, Mechanical, Structural and Licensing.

He also manages the civil engineering to ensure permitting is

secured within project deadlines. Ron views every project as a

learning opportunity and constantly strives to provide the best

service and experience for our clients. He believes that this

spirit of constant improvement not only benefits our clients,

but it strengthens the bond Lenity Architecture has as a team.

“The team at Lenity Architecture is like a family. Many

people on the team have been here for 5, 10, 15 years and we

all grew up in the industry together. It’s been a great experi-

ence watching people grow personally and professionally

over the years. I think the strong work ethic and the way we

conduct business is unique to the industry and brings our

team even closer.”

Prior to joining the team at Lenity Architecture, Ron owned a

drafting and design business. He later worked in the industri-

al and steel industries as a consultant and informant for work

crews across the United States.

Ron is passionate about his family, living life to the fullest

and making an impact of his community. He has been

married for 24 years and has three beautiful and remarkably

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SARAH CLARK

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An innate ability to marry colors, patterns and textures with form and structure make Sarah’s voice an influential one throughout the design process.

Sarah assists with choosing exterior materials, Photoshop

mock-ups, and creating marketing packages. She has had the

honor of contributing to such important projects for Lenity

Architecture as The Sunriver Village Bar & Grill and the

Salem Community Action agency as well as several senior

living projects.

“I became interested in design and architecture with the end

user in mind–helping to create spaces that not only fit their

needs, but are comfortable and inspiring as well. I value Lenity

Architecture’s focus on enriching lives of staff, clients and espe-

cially the people who use the spaces that we help to create.”

Sarah’s professional and home life often centers around de-

sign. Sarah received her Bachelor’s Degree in interior

design from OSU and is married to Aaron Clark, a Lenity

architect. As designers, they are always looking for inspiration,

following lines with their eyes, and finding symmetry and

art in the details.

In addition to art and design, Sarah enjoys music, fancy cheese,

their backyard garden, novels, planning theme parties, the

Oregon coast and impromptu dance parties with her young

daughter, Alice and new son, August. She also enjoys traveling

and lived for some time in Aaron’s home country of Australia.

They enjoy going back every few years to visit family and friends.

SIERRA HENDERSON

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As an Associate Project Manager, Sierra’s day includes assisting the Project Manager, researching zoning codes and development fees, coordinating with local jurisdictions, civil engineers, utility companies and teams within Lenity to help move each project through the land development process.

Sierra’s positive and friendly personality, love for learning

and attention to detail make her an integral part of Lenity

Architecture’s daily operations.

“I am grateful that I get to work in a place that has such high

standards. Everyone really cares about what we do.”

Sierra is originally from central Oklahoma and moved to

Oregon with her husband, Steve, in July 2012 along with their

furry kids–Bella the Dog and Roger the Cat.

Sierra loves watching old movies, listening to podcasts

(Radiolab, Marc Maron, The Moth and This American Life

are her favorites). She never tires of David Sedaris audio

books and loves reading anything related to neuroscience.

She has too many music favorites to list, but has a soft spot

for David Bowie and she will always be an Oklahoma Soon-

ers fan. Around the office, we know when Sierra is talking

because it generally involves copious hand gestures and y’all’s.

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TODDCOUGHRAN

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Todd brings over 25 years of experience in architecture and construction to the Lenity team.

His background with large scale governmental projects and

high end casinos and resorts brings a fresh and multifac-

eted skill set to the Lenity team. From planning and zoning

through to production, plan submission, and construction–

Todd manages nearly all aspects of a project through to com-

pletion. He is instrumental in client and contractor relations

as well as ensuring projects stay on or ahead of schedule.

“I have a strong drive to make sure things get done on time

no matter what it takes. I believe there is always room for

improvement and a chance to learn and do more.”

Todd and his (as he would say, very patient) wife of 23 years,

have two boys and a girl. His interests include fishing, soft-

ball and motorcycles. An avid rider most of his life, Todd is

currently placating his two-wheeled obsession with sports

cars until his next bike.

“I love working here–the people, the atmosphere–it’s truly

the best job I’ve ever had and one that makes you want to

come to work day in and day out. Not every day is perfect and

there are stressful times of course but when someone asks

the simple question, ‘How you doing?’ they really want to

hear the answer. Lenity is an amazing place to work and I am

thankful to be a part of it.”

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ZACHMORSE

Zach works with engineers, production staff and fellow team members to create a cost effective and efficient electrical system for buildings.

One of Zach’s strengths is in creating clear and concise draw-

ings featuring lighting, power system, and low voltage design.

Zach’s integrity and attention to detail are evidenced in his

passion to provide project owners the ideal experience and

end result.

“People call me the Oracle around the office because I have an

uncanny ability to remember details about all of the projects

that I have worked on. Co-workers come to me to recall items

that were discussed in meetings or why we did something on

a project in the past. But my wife would have a completely dif-

ferent view of my memory.”

Zach’s primary focus is family and church. He and his lovely

and supportive wife, Andrea, and their two children are

generally either at church, a family get together, or a sporting

event every weekend. Zach volunteers time for his church

on the Building and Land Use Committee and is an active

member of several others.

“My goal is to provide efficient design and a product the owner

and residents can and want to live with for many years.”

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THEIR EXPERIENCE IN SENIOR HOUSING

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The Rock Creek Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a 33,000 SF building featuring 66 beds, private rooms, and semi-private rooms.

Lenity Architecture provided full architectural services from

land use to Certificate of Occupancy and licensing. The Rock

Creek community was the first project in a 22 acre planned

unit development for senior housing. Lenity Architecture set

the standard for the design and character of the buildings

to follow.

JEA, Lenity Architecture’s client, has an in-depth understand-

ing of the needs of the residents in an Alzheimer’s and Special

Care Facility. Special care is taken to ensure residents are

comfortable and most importantly–safe. It is Lenity Architecture’s

job to design the site with the same care as the interior of

the building. Our goal is to create an environment where fall

risk is reduced and seniors have quick access to assistance no

matter where they are in the building.

The seniors that live in our buildings are an extension of the

Lenity family and every detail is accounted for to ensure their

quality of life is preserved to the fullest extent possible.

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The Desert Springs Gracious Retirement independent living community harmonizes with the natural environment while providing seniors a comfortable and thoughtfully designed extension of home.

The community features 125 tastefully designed units and

seven cottages a short walking distance from the main build-

ing. The building, cottages and even the landscaping are

designed to capture the essence of the desert’s beauty while

encouraging whole mind and body health for residents.

The cottages provide residents with a greater sense of inde-

pendence while pathways connect them easily with the main

building. Easy access to all of the main building’s ameni-

ties and activities encourages seniors to venture out of their

homes and engage with the entire community.

Desert Springs features amenities designed to foster

friendships and provide mental and physical stimulation.

Activity and common areas are purposefully placed in an

effort to draw people out, encourage movement and engage

with others in conversation and activities. Amenities such as

the comfortable theater room, bistro, outdoor fire pit and pool

help make the soft transition to independent living an enjoy-

able one.

Artfully designed and landscaped walking paths wind

through the Desert Springs property providing opportunities

for exercise, conversation and places for rest when needed.

A significant percentage of building costs were invested into

custom landscape art that pepper the landscape’s meandering

pathways. The regionally renowned welding artist commis-

sioned for the artwork designed and built iron swings, trees,

animals, gazebos as well as iron work embedded in the

concrete. Hundreds of existing native plants were preserved

during the grading process and later transplanted for use in

the landscaping. The striking artwork and native plant life

invite residents to stay active and engaged in their desert

environment.

Desert Springs is set against the backdrop of breathtaking

desert and mountain views. The neighboring communities

cherished their view and one of our priorities was to ensure

it remained the focal point. We met with neighbors and the

local jurisdictions several times over the course of the project

to address the needs of the community. Steps were taken

to preserve the views and breathing room that draw people

to the desert. The main building was kept to two stories in

height and special care was taken to locate it further back

from the neighborhood. Common areas were strategically

placed in order to maximize our own exposure to the beauti-

ful mountain views. Additionally, each unit features a shaded

deck or patio so that residents may comfortably appreciate the

views from outside of their suite.

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a s s i s t e d l i v i n gVancouver, WA

The project goal was to enhance the quality of life among residents by expanding living areas in the new assisted living wing, fortifying meal services through the kitchen remodel and elevating the wellness program and facility experience.

This three-part renovation included the addition of a three sto-

ry assisted living wing, a kitchen remodel and the addition of

a wellness center/gym. The design objective for the new wing

and gym was to integrate the aesthetics of the new construc-

tion with the 12 year old original building. The facility owners

requested that the two wings mirrored each other exactly from

the outside although the new units featured greater square

footage than their opposite wing counterparts. Great care was

taken to match paint, trim, carpet and even landscaping.

The objective of the kitchen remodel was to increase pro-

ductivity, streamline food service and enable the facility to

offer extended meal times. As the main kitchen for the entire

campus, ensuring downtime was kept to a minimum was of

critical importance. Our efficiency as a team was imperative

in handling impromptu design changes resulting from the

inherent unknown of a major remodel.

Space on the campus was limited so the wellness center

necessitated an innovative and resourceful solution. What

started out as a seemingly whimsical idea to put the gym

three stories up where a sky bridge currently stood, ultimately

took on life as the ideal solution to serious space limitations.

The center sits atop concrete pillars three stories over a busy

two lane campus entrance road.

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One of the greatest challenges was to keep the road usable

during and after construction. The gym’s elevation and large

windows surrounding much of the facility creates a light

and bright environment with a view of campus activity. The

exposed duct work between the Armstrong Cloud Ceiling and

roof was blacked out to create the illusion of a floating ceiling.

In addition to creating an interesting visual–one that compli-

ments the theme of being suspended in the air–the design

also helps to minimize volume and echoes while creating a

more pleasant atmosphere for exercise.

construction in 2006, the addition required several new

design and engineering solutions throughout. With acute

attention to detail–materials, colors, finishes and overall

design was matched throughout the interior and exterior to

provide a perfectly seamless end result.

As part of the original long term building plan for The Quarry at Columbia Tech Center, a second wing was added to the main building offering independent and assisted living–internally referred to as The Terrace Independent Living and The Terrace Independent Living Plus.

The independent living component is the newest in the local

competitive market in over five years.

The renovation’s 4 story wing completed the U-shape of the

existing retirement community, The Quarry at Columbia

Tech Center. The first three floors are one and two bedroom

assisted living apartments and the 4th floor features one and

two bedroom independent living suites.

The amenities offered in the new wing are considered pre-

mium in the national market and are completely unique to

the regional market.

Both independent and assisted living unit amenities include

spacious walk-in closets and balconies. Assisted living apart-

ments also feature kitchenettes–some with stoves and dish-

washers. Independent living units also feature fully equipped

kitchens, a washer and dryer, and high quality materials

throughout such as stainless steel appliances and granite

countertops.

The design objective was for the wing addition to mirror

its twin on the opposite side of the building’s U-shaped

design. Due to changes in floor plan design, building codes,

and seismic requirements since the building’s original

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a s s i s t e d l i v i n gSurprise, AZ

At Lenity Architecture, we believe that thoughtfully designed buildings have the power to inspire, stir the soul and spark meaningful dialog.

Every square inch of the Parkwood Assisted Living’s uncon-

ventional design is intended to do just that.

Its interlocking arches, warm common areas and light play

throughout the building create an environment that draws

people out–igniting conversations and creating spacial oppor-

tunities for quality interaction among residents and staff.

Responding to the natural curve of the property lines, the

Parkwood Assisted Living building is designed around a

curved arc system. Three interlocking arcs combine to maxi-

mize solar shading and create intimately scaled courtyards.

The multiple angles provide visual interest and common,

livable spaces throughout the community.

The sweeping roof lines and use of natural materials through-

out the building create a warm and inviting atmosphere

inside and out. Natural light floods the interior while awnings

and trellises work reduce the desert sun’s intensity.

The Parkwood Assisted Living community is designed to be

a safe and comfortable extension of home but with the all

the amenities of a luxury resort. The community features

a lounge with a coffee and juice bar, movie theater with a

state-of-the-art projection and sound system, television and

computer room, luxurious beauty salon, therapy and exercise

room, dining room with vaulted ceilings exceeding 30’ in

height, covered exterior patio with fire place and mist system

adjacent to a tranquil fountain, multiple activity and game

rooms throughout the building, a library/reading room with

an extensive book collection and multiple smaller reading

rooms both open and semi-private.

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m e m o r y c a r eTuscon, AZ

The Copper Canyon Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is a 33,000 SF building featuring 66 beds, private rooms, and semi-private rooms.

Lenity Architecture provided full architectural services from

land use to Certificate of Occupancy and licensing. There is

a slope easement for all natural topography in Tuscon and

the land Copper Canyon Alzheimer’s Special Care Center

was built upon could only be disturbed from its natural state

within strict limitations.

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In a short walk around the new facility, it is evident that the

natural environment has not only been preserved to the full-

est extent–but it is thriving on nearly every square foot of the

property. The stunning mountain views, rich variety of desert

wildlife and successfully transplanted saguaro cacti all speak

to the special care that was taken to make Copper Canyon

a beautiful and comfortable extension of home for memory

care residents.

Caleo Bay Alzheimer’s Special Care Center is located at the base of the Palm Desert mountains between an active neigh-boring community and commercial use property next door.

Caleo Bay was deemed a transitional use property necessitat-

ing approvals from both an HOA and BOA. In addition to

facilitating the approval process from the neighboring own-

er’s associations, Lenity Architecture also spearheaded the

city’s detailed approval process. For Caleo Bay and every one

of Lenity Architecture’s senior living projects, we work closely

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with the client to ensure the local jurisdictions understand

resident needs. We believe that successful projects are the

result of designing a building and site plan with the needs of

the residents as the main focus.

Through close collaboration with neighboring communities

and local jurisdictions, we help turn a project into a meaning-

ful opportunity for the entire community to become good

stewards of senior care.

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i n d e p e n d e n t l i v i n gRio Rancho, NM

Seniors’ quality of life is built into every detail of The Rio Grande’s design for an independent lifestyle.

The design goal was to enhance the quality of life for seniors

by creating an environment that stimulates both mind and

body. The design and layout of the building is intended to

encourage seniors to venture out of their rooms and enjoy the

company of others. The entire building is designed to feel

like home.

An unparalleled range of high quality amenities encourages

whole mind and body health. A sampling of these include a

theater room with comfortable theater seating, bistro & coffee

bar, exercise room, library, large sitting areas with covered

porches and an outdoor fire pit, private dining room, floor to

ceiling atrium and a community garden. Unique to compa-

rable facilities, each unit features a private deck or patio and a

kitchenette with a full size refrigerator.

The stunning views of the mountains and city lights are cap-

tured by the design and layout of the building with many of

the units and activity areas positioned to maximize the views.

Many of our outdoor recreation areas were placed adjacent to

the park to take full advantage of the open space views while

encouraging exercise. Additional shared covered patios and

seating areas allow seniors to enjoy the climate and views

in comfort. To preserve the view of adjacent neighbors, we

increased the setbacks from homes and added one story

retirement cottages as a buffer.

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“The point people to our project were always available. Either

weekly meetings, phone calls, texting–it made us feel like we

were being cared for as a client. We could always get feedback

and guidance throughout the project which was great. I think

everything was far beyond my expectations. We’re a touchy

feely kind of organization. To have a firm that understood

what we do and why we do it, and understand who we are as

a business really helps. The way we communicate is very face

to face–that constant contact is our world and they fell into

that world very easily. It felt great.”

– c y n d i a s t l e y , m i d v a l l e y c o m m u n i t y a c t i o n a g e n c y

A culture of caring begins within the Lenity family–several

members of which have been a part of the team for 10, 15,

even 20 years. It would be an understatement to say we genu-

inely care for each other and the work that we do. Our legacy

is being written by a team that wholeheartedly embraces each

win for the company as a shared success with our clients.

As a team, we have witnessed the intoxicating highs and

sobering lows of the industry economy and it’s taught us to

cherish our relationships with each other and those we serve.

Experience has also shown us the value of keeping what we

have by giving it away. The Lenity family currently serves nearly

30 Salem and Central Oregon nonprofits with their time and

resources and the list continues to grow alongside the need.

This spirit of caring extends to the planning and design process

by putting usability and value at the forefront of each project.

We’re often asked what separates Lenity Architecture from our competition and we respond that it’s ultimately about how we care for our clients, staff and the people that enter the walls we help build.

Decades of experience and hundreds of successful projects

have taught us that at the end of the day, relationships and a

culture of caring are more valuable than all the design awards

in the world.

We know that whether it’s our client’s first project or their

100th, each set of plans is an important chapter of our client’s

story. Being entrusted to tell that story is a great honor–one

that begins with a handshake and is celebrated with cheers

and high fives upon completion. Every project also has its

own unique set of challenges which is why caring for our

clients means our team is easily accessible and an advocate

throughout the process. To us, caring for our clients means

looking out for their bottom line, working quickly and

accurately, and always seeking opportunities to make the

experience seamless and fun.

“We were looking for the ability to move quickly and be

comprehensive and they have done that. They are quick to

respond, carry out a plan and they act with speed. That’s not

true of all architects. Their understanding of the entire scope

of due diligence, land use, permitting and construction docu-

ments has also exceeded our expectations.”

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By carefully considering how our buildings will be used and

the needs of those using them, particularly with senior living

communities, we are able to bring costs down for our clients–

and ultimately seniors–without compromising on comfort

or safety. With experience designing nearly 400 assisted,

independent and memory care facilities, we are mature in our

ability to see a project through with ease and cost effectiveness.

We believe a senior living community should be a comfort-

able and safe extension of home that allows residents to live

life with dignity in the company of friends. This belief is

made evident in all aspects of the design process. We con-

sider how to draw seniors out of their rooms and into com-

mon living areas where they can find fellowship. We look for

opportunities to safely promote active minds and bodies with

landscaped, meandering pathways and building features such

as strategically placed hallways and that encourage interac-

tion and exercise.

At Lenity Architecture, senior living communities are not

just buildings–they are friendships and memories waiting

to happen.

Planning and architecture with genuine care. This is who

we are and what Lenity Architecture has always stood for.

It is a way of doing business that has always guided our

path. It’s the future of our successful business and yours.

Advertising Federation of Central Oregon

Antioch Church

Bend Humane Society

Camp Attitude

Central Oregon Builders Association

Central Oregon Board of Realtors CID

Central Oregon Community College

Chickens in the Yard (CITY)

FAA

Family Building Blocks

Foster Parent Night Out

Program Goodwill Industries

Kingwood Bible Church

KMUZ

Liberty House

Marion Polk Food Share

Oregon Public Broadcasting

Our Savior’s Lutheran Church

Redmond Habitat for Humanity

Redmond School District

Rotary Club

Salem Boys & Girls Club

Salem Harvest

Salem House of Prayer

Table of Plenty

Teen Challenge

World Vision

Youth with a Mission (YWAM)

Non Profits Supported by Lenity Staff

OUR BUILDING WAS DESIGNED TO BEST

SERVE THE PEOPLEIN IT. SAFETY, COMFORT,

AND QUALITYIS EVIDENT IN EVERY DETAIL.

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maximize visibility for retailers and create comfortable spaces

for visitors to relax and recreate. Our vision was to reinvigo-

rate what had once been the heart of the Sunriver community.

The first phase of The Village at Sunriver renovation initially

included seven remodeled buildings and three new buildings.

The renovation included 48,000 sq. ft. of exterior remodel,

26,000 sq. ft. of new building design, and 22,000 sq. ft. of

tenant improvements ranging from restaurants, office and

retail space. The overall site is 16 acres and the designed

master planned portion of the site to date is 8 acres. New in-

dividual buildings included The Village Bar & Grill, Sunriver

Brewhouse and two retail/office buildings–one with a tower

feature and sundial monument signage.

The previous lack of consistent and clearly visible signage

had been disorienting for visitors and frustrating to tenants.

To address this issue and to reintroduce the mall as fresh

and exciting, the Sunriver Mall was rebranded to The Village

at Sunriver. In the process, all signage was redesigned and

replaced to modern standards. Way-finding and monument

signage consistent with the new brand was placed throughout

The Village so that visitors can easily find their way around

whether walking or driving.

The new buildings create a central walking boulevard with

space for recreation and relaxation. In addition, a central

courtyard acts as another outdoor activity area with play rocks

anchoring the space both visually and functionally.

The remodel of The Village at Sunriver restored what has long been considered a significant and meaningful piece of Sunriver’s history.

The resort community of Sunriver and the original Sunriver

Mall was established in the late 1960’s. Sadly, the Sunriver

Mall had fallen into disrepair over the years and was not liv-

ing up to its potential as a shopping and recreational hub for

the Sunriver community.

In the 1960’s and 70’s, the resort community of Sunriver was

a trendsetter in the way of environmentally conscious design

and building. The community was designed with the inten-

tion of reducing impact to the natural environment. Contrary

to popular building practices of the era, the original design

promoted open spaces and conserved natural resources.

In keeping with this original vision and honoring the commu-

nity’s environmentally conscious values, Lenity Architecture’s

plan for The Village at Sunriver was to leave a small develop-

ment footprint. Tree conservation and green building prac-

tices were implemented whenever possible. To compliment

the natural environment, the design of The Village is based

on the concept of a modern lodge aesthetic with simple forms

and natural materials. Cobbles, shingles, and real stone were

used throughout the property which blend with the colors

and textures of the surrounding environment.

The design intent of the remodel was to capture the essence

of Central Oregon, address problematic way finding issues,

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Home Owners Association (SROA). This is the first building

of its kind approved for The Village at Sunriver and demon-

strates the community and SROA’s faith in Lenity Architecture’s

ability to plan and execute a solution that meets the aesthetic,

functional and unique needs of the community.

The Village at Sunriver was a finalist for the 2014 DJC

TopProjects Awards.

When not being jumped over and climbed on by children, the

rocks serve as interesting art pieces that mimic the natural

beauty of Sunriver. Trees in the courtyard were preserved

with seating walls that allow parents to relax and observe their

children at play.

The new building designs give The Village at Sunriver

distinct frontage with notable entry and exit points. We also

conducted a thorough vehicular/bike/pedestrian analysis and

moved the main entry a safer distance from the intersection

and reconfigured bike paths for safety.

The contagious energy of an economy slowly gaining its foot-

ing can be felt at The Village at Sunriver where this major

renovation has sparked interest in both new tenants and

business owners. The Village at Sunriver is currently 92%

occupied with 39 tenants–several of which have been in The

Village for close to 20 years and have watched the transforma-

tion take place first hand.

A key part of the planning, remodeling and building process

was ensuring the tenants could continue doing business with

little or no downtime during the remodel or when moving to

a new location. For example, The Village Bar & Grill moved

all contents from their previous location into their new build-

ing and was open for business within only 3 days.

A new commercial space with a drive through is planned for

The Village and has already been through the appropriate

approval process with Deschutes County and the Sunriver

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for future expansion which would effectively almost double

the space in readiness for the business to go to the next level.

“The conference room has views of the production area so it is

in the frame during meetings, and a big thrust for the design

was the ability to see the brewing process from a large pro-

portion of the space including using roll-up garage doors and

developing view openings wherever feasible, so there is quite

an intimate connection with the work in progress.

“It was a great team to work with and we enjoyed a strong

working relationship. The clients were really engaged in the

design process, and I think their pride, dedication and full

involvement really shines through in the finished product.”

Brian Cameron, owner of the Sunriver Brewing Company,

comments on his experience working with Lenity Architec-

ture. “Lenity Architecture was a great group to work with in

the initial design of Sunriver Brewing Companies Brewhouse

located in The Village Mall. In fact the architect with Lenity

that we worked with, Aaron Clark did such a good job keep-

ing things moving and working on issues as they arose that

when it came time to designing the floor plan of Sunriver

Brewing Companies actual Brewing Facility we knew that we

wanted Aaron on our team to get things done right.”

Lenity Architecture worked with general contractor R&H Construction on a wholesale remodel in Sunriver to make way for the Sunriver Brewing Company’s production facility.

The remodel included ripping up the concrete slab to accom-

modate trench drains, installing new mechanical and plumb-

ing systems, and adding offices and a conference room.

The building can also accommodate future plans for the addi-

tion of a tasting room and kitchen area, but for now the main

focus is on rolling out new beer, first up being signature dark

ale “Base Layer Black Ale”, to be followed by other iterations

including amber, pale ale, IPA and lager, as well as seasonal ales

which will also be available for distribution to the wider market.

As a first step, brews were concocted off-site but co-owner

Brian Cameron said the bigger vision called for a proprietary

production system which has come to fruition via the 12,500

square foot revamped commercial building in Sunriver Busi-

ness Park, to service both the pub and an expectant wider

beer-loving market.

Project architect Aaron Clark, of Lenity, who also assisted

with Deschutes County planning department approvals and

construction administration, added: “This was quite a radical

overhaul of the space, including demolishing the entire

concrete slab to accommodate drainage needs.

“It was also interesting from an architectural standpoint to

design different program areas to maximize the use of the

space and incorporate the different elements, including areas

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It’s open, it’s light and people don’t feel as overwhelmed by

their situation. The light that’s streaming in and the warmth

of the building has changed the emotional climate.”

– c y n d i a s t l e y , c a a d e p u t y d i r e c t o r .

The Community Action Agency works with partner agencies, local leaders and government officials to identify commu-nity needs and direct resources where the need is greatest.

The agency is a crucial hub of resources to help prevent and

alleviate the effects of poverty in Marion and Polk Counties.

Lenity Architecture worked alongside the Community Action

Agency to remodel the 17,000 sq. ft. exterior and interior

remodel of their 70 year old building. The multitude of is-

sues encountered during demo and construction had to be

addressed and any problems solved quickly so as not to inter-

rupt the agency’s invaluable service to local families.

The objective was to leverage the building’s existing design

elements while making the offices appear newly built. Exist-

ing flying roof lines helped drive the new design elements.

New roof lines were added to bring balance to the overall

design. A new exterior skin of cement board siding and stone

work with exposed timber accents give the building a modern

design with a Northwest theme. While staying within the

original building’s footprint, the interior of the building was

also reconfigured to allow for more meeting space.

“The remodel is saving us $10K annually in utilities including

water, electrical and gas. We’re not paying for the building

anymore–we’re reinvesting in client services and it’s a direct

result of the building being greener. People come to our

agency because of some hardship they’re in and the building

lifts their spirits.

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owned grocery store and builds on a moving trend toward

local, fresh, community based food sources.

Chuck’s Produce was a renovation finalist for the 2014 DJC

TopProjects Awards.

Completed in August of 2013, the Salmon Creek Chuck’s Produce is Vancouver’s second location.

It is one of the first buildings built to the Highway 99 overlay

standards for Clark County and serves as a catalyst for future

improvements to the area.

The design satisfies the goal of creating an active, pedestrian-

oriented corridor with retail shopping facing Highway 99. To

enhance the overall appearance of the building while provid-

ing a more human scale to the exterior along the highway,

dining area roofs have been stepped down which in turn

creates more intimate interior spaces.

The exterior design is based on a country barn distilled to its

most basic form. As expressed in the overall vaulted forms,

detailing and stage set features, the interior is an eclectic fusion

of country barn, contemporary craftsman and retro with timber

framing throughout. Together, these design elements signal

fresh, organic and wholesome– qualities that speak directly to

Chuck’s discerning and ingredient conscious shoppers.

Energy efficient appliances and heating and cooling practices

are part of the long term plan to control energy consump-

tion in Chuck’s Produce stores. Features such as the daylight

harvesting skylights and lighting control system contribute to

the store’s energy efficiency while complimenting the street

market theme with the use of natural light.

The new Chuck’s Produce is anchored by the community

values of the original store. Chuck’s is a locally inspired and

c o m m e r c i a l a r c h i t e c t u r eVancouver, WA

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The Hampton Inn in Vancouver, WA is a sophisticated and modern luxury hotel appealing to the business class traveler.

This four storied, 99 room hotel features an indoor swim-

ming pool and other conveniences appealing to the health

conscious traveler.

As a Hilton franchised property the corporate design guide-

lines were strict, although Lenity Architecture was given a

high level of creative liberty throughout the process. Through

close collaboration with the client, franchisor and the archi-

tectural team, the end result reflected a harmonious blend of

Hilton’s corporate brand standards and Lenity Architecture’s

unique perspective.

Lenity Architecture’s vision for the Hampton Inn and every

project we partner on is to provide a seamless planning

design and building experience for our clients. For the

Hampton Inn, that meant integrating our design with exist-

ing corporate requirements and communicating through

every step of the process.

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old fashioned hard work between the design and building

teams enabled our teams to meet and even exceed timeline

expectations. The lease was signed in late June of 2013 to oc-

cupy the building which at that time had no working systems.

Seventy person crews were able to begin construction within

about one week and worked 6-7 days each week afterwards to

meet the aggressive project timeline. Thanks to a team effort

between Lenity Architecture, the City of Salem, and White

Oak Construction, doors opened 15 days ahead of schedule

and a mere 72 days from the project’s start date.

Lenity Architecture partnered with White Oak Construction on the major renovation of a 20,000 SF building intended as the future home of the Oregon Department of Human Services.

The building had been previously used as a computer wafer

manufacturing facility and the improvements needed to

transform the space into offices and bring the building up to

current state code.

The renovation included a facelift of the entire building, seis-

mic upgrades, new exterior canopies, a new parking lot, site

lighting and landscaping. The building was left in its original

state when the manufacturing company abandoned its opera-

tions leaving behind a significant amount of massive equip-

ment. 60 tons of steel equipment was removed from the roof

alone and other hazardous waste and overgrown landscape

needed to be disposed of as well.

The project cost was $2.8 million and would have taken five

months under a normal schedule–but in this case, Lenity

Architecture and the building team only had a few months to

complete the project from start to finish. A renovation of this

level would have been challenging with a typical timeline due

to the inherent variables of a major commercial remodel.

Lenity Architecture’s strong relationship with the City of

Salem and an expedited permitting process helped put the

project on the fast track. The benefits of having a full service

architectural firm on the project was evident in a swift transi-

tion and good communication between each phase of the proj-

ect. Full service efficiency, strong communication and good

g o v e r n m e n t a r c h i t e c t u r eSalem, OR

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Lenity Architecture had the privilege of helping MOR Furniture, the West Coast’s largest family owned furniture store, grow their presence in Salem, OR with the commer-cial remodel of an existing retail building.

MOR Furniture sought out a building that would lend itself

to existing prototypical architectural design elements within a

conservative remodel budget. They identified a 25,000 square

foot retail space in a highly visible location on Market Street.

The primary design objective was to implement an estab-

lished architectural look and feel–and in the process, breath

life into a dated 1970’s building.

Lenity Architecture focused on the exterior of the building

while MOR’s interior design team extended the look and feel

of the brand throughout the store. The remodel included the

addition of two new entry marquees and a large architectural

cornice detail to conceal lighting and add visual interest. A

new paint scheme and prototypical architectural details were

also incorporated as well as landscaping elements and ADA

approved parking.

The project was on the fast track and construction began in

mid November after permits were pulled in only 10 short

days. Working closely with MOR Furniture’s construction

team, Lenity Architecture was able to help MOR open their

doors to the public by their goal of the first of the new year.

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