TELFORD+BROWN STUDIO ARCHITECTURE

Telford+Brown Architects did exemplary work in designing a 3,000-square-foot addition to our 1923 home. We are pleased with how the new structure connects seamlessly to the original one – reflecting its style and grace without trying to replicate it. When challenges arose, the architect was tenacious and creative in developing an appropriate solution. One concern we had was that the structure should feel integrated into the landscape rather than plopped down on it, and he was entirely responsive to this. Also important to us was that the architect was communicative, collaborative, professional, and personable. That made a huge difference to the process and we are very happy with the results.

We were fortunate to have made our way to Telford+Brown. The communication and rapport amongst the team was one of the initial attractions to working with them – and their attention to strong communication played out throughout the process. Challenged by the pandemic while we were well-into the design process, the Telford+Brown team was tested in its commitment to strong communication and ultimately demonstrated adaptability and attention to our needs. We engaged in the process of designing a house from the ground up – lots of opportunity for changes and challenges. Telford+Brown’s design sense sincerely represented the values that engaged our project – and now home – incorporating sophisticated design, thoughtful materials, keen attention to environmental impact that is wrapped up in lovely finished spaces. The final product is a clear reflection of a great process – led by Telford+Brown from tracing paper sketches to finished bedroom. The Telford+Brown team shows its humanity in working with the rest of our construction and design team – flexible and helpful in our selection of other contractors, team-oriented in leading and following, moving in accord with circumstance and relationships. Major changes came in our process and Telford+Brown was responsive, supportive, and critical, where appropriate. Their down-to-earth approach is responsive, courteous, fun, attentive, and focused on a good result; they’re like a Saturday morning sweater and good book by a warm fire that you’ll want to live with proudly and comfortably for decades to come.

Leslie Terzian and I worked with Richard Brown and Telford+Brown Studio Architecture to design a Sea Ranch home in 2019 and 2020. Richard was a joy to work with. He had deep understanding of the Sea Ranch ethic and helped us through the various stages of the planning process. We had previously worked with another architect on a home remodel, but we were new to the process of home design from scratch. Richard provided guidance and sought our input at every stage The result was an aesthetically pleasing and elegantly understated design and home that met our expectation and needs. Richard was attentive to details and worked collaboratively with us, and the contractor. Sea Ranch is a particularly challenging design environment because of the strict review process and he held our hands through that part of the project. The California coast is a long way from Portland where Richard is based, but he travelled to meet with us several times and was involved in everything that was necessary in getting a construction-ready set of plans. Richard's greatest strength was his ability to take a sketchy concept that we had and turn it into something real.

We purchased our 1950’s ranchalow last year because we saw its potential, even if others didn’t yet. But, we needed the right team to get us there – led by someone who saw what we did. Enter Telford+Brown. Hope and her colleagues know houses, they know design, and they know people. If you need inspiration with your remodel project (large or small!), I highly recommend. If you know what you want but need a collaborator and supporter, I highly recommend. If you want to talk to someone who knows the industry and can help you connect with contractors, suppliers, and the like – I highly recommend. But most of all, if you want to be treated with respect and dealt with honestly during what can be a highly stressful and financially costly endeavor, well then, I highly recommend Telford+Brown to you. We could not be more pleased with our complete midcentury modern overhaul – what an unbelievable and terrific transformation!

Absolutely delighted with Telford+Brown's design for our partial make-over of a small mid-century ranch. We came to them with a ridiculously long wish list and were pleasantly surprised with how many items on it they were able to tick off with clever and beautiful design. In particular, their redesign of the house's dark and narrow entry, turning it into a spacious and modern welcoming space, is miraculous. They worked seamlessly with our builder throughout the project and their choices of modern materials, colors and lighting have turned a tired, outdated home into a work of beauty that makes us joyful every time we pull into the driveway.

I have known Richard Brown since 2002 when, after a search, we retained him to design our residence in Lake Oswego, Oregon. Richard’s experience and the simplicity, elegance, creativity, and practicality of his portfolio sold us. We were not disappointed. The project was a tremendous success and we still live in the amazing product of his teamwork and design excellence. So when we bought another property on our street, it was Richard we called. He again did a great job of working with us while making the design an amazing piece of residential architecture on Oswego Lake. Richard and his team did an expert job of fitting the requirements of lot space and zoning into an outstanding place to live and enjoy. The views and living spaces are incredibly rich and welcoming. We were once again delighted with our choice of Richard and his team to do the creative and practical work that made the project not just a success but something to make us proud. We did not build the house. Late in the project we decided to see if we could sell the property (a dirt lot). Having Richard’s plans for the house, and including them in the sale, created more value for the lot. We made the sale easily. The new owners began working with Telford+Brown immediately to refine the plans. I am sure our new neighbors will be as happy and proud of their new home as we are of our original Richard Brown home down the street. --- Dennis and Margret Fritz

We decided to work with Telford Brown after interviewing several of their past clients over the phone. Everyone had wonderful things to say. The best way to evaluate the success of working with an architect is the love someone has for their home. Every past client we spoke with adores the place they wake up to call home every day. We are no different. We absolutely love the design of our home - it is unique, creative, and quite functional. We’re very grateful for the work the team at Telford Brown contributed to helping us build our dream.

What a talented and passionate team! We had some pretty crazy ideas and they were with us all the way. We miss working with them and look forward to future projects together. The friendships we made will last a lifetime. We highly recommend TELFORD+BROWN. Sue and Steve

I (and my company) have work with Richard Brown on several projects over the last 20 years. When Richard informed us about Hope Telford succeeding him and taking over the firm, we were excited for Hope and Richard. This succession coincided with our acquisition of a residential property in the West Hills of Portland which we wanted to convert into a French country style home. We knew immediately we wanted Telford+Brown Studio Architecture to perform the design work. We had a wonderful experience working with Richard, Hope, Jennifer and others at the company. Our project was not only a complicated design conversion, but it included a rather complex design review and approval process to achieve a variance from the Portland planning/land use department. The team did a great job in securing this variance for our project just as COOVID-19 closed all urban offices and converted employees to working from home. I will say Richard and Jennifer definitely pulled the proverbial rabbit out of the hat. I would certainly use Telford+Brown Studio Architecture on my next project and would be glad to recommend them to anyone who needs architectural services.

Excellent architectural and design work, RBA converted our old bungalow into something modern and beautiful. We’ve recommended Richard and his team to a few of our friends who are considering remodeling their homes.

Working with with Richard Brown + Hope Telford of RBA was a seamless, professional + thoroughly enjoyable experience. Introspecs joined the design project after RBA had been working successfully with our clients to create the architectural plans + were just beginning to delve into the interior details. Both Richard and Hope were very approachable and open to collaborating with us to achieve the best solution for our clients' and their home, which helped us feel comfortable introducing new thoughts + ideas to the conversation. Our design process + team communication felt familiar and easy as we navigated new scope of work and shared design ideas. I attribute the success of our working dynamic to our common values of responding to the existing architecture, our clients' goals, and creating a connectedness among spaces. Through their professionalism + open communication, our team was able to execute the vision for our client’s home + realize the full potential of their new space. Working with RBA made this project even more fun for Introspecs!

Richard Brown and his team of architects and designers are consummate professionals personally invested in the success of each project. Not only are their designs thoughtfully considered and well detailed, but they bring a spirit of warmth and full engagement to the relationships with both clients and project partners. We have built multiple large-scale, ambitious projects with Richard Brown Architect and are proud of the high-craft work that we have created together.