SUM is a group of individuals inspired to practice their skills in the context of something greater than themselves. Together, we design meaningful and sustainable buildings, environments and personal spaces. The studio was formed out of a desire to collaborate on holistic design projects in a culture of flexibility, creativity and professionalism.
The team shares a common regard for the impact of their work on the people and places in which each project exists. Our process involves careful consideration for community, continuity and context, as well as fundamentally incorporating sustainable building practices and materials. SUM's business model is distinctive.
Having evolved in firms rooted in hierarchy and formalities, the team recognized advantages to creating a dynamic structure. We work within a flexible and fluid infrastructure, which enables us to appoint the strongest team possible for each unique project. A thoughtful combination of architects, interior designers, and industry leading consultants, are chosen to lend their skills and perspectives in ways that most benefit each client.
The team shares a common regard for the impact of their work on the people and places in which each project exists. Our process involves careful consideration for community, continuity and context, as well as fundamentally incorporating sustainable building practices and materials. SUM's business model is distinctive.
Having evolved in firms rooted in hierarchy and formalities, the team recognized advantages to creating a dynamic structure. We work within a flexible and fluid infrastructure, which enables us to appoint the strongest team possible for each unique project. A thoughtful combination of architects, interior designers, and industry leading consultants, are chosen to lend their skills and perspectives in ways that most benefit each client.
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Matt earned his BA and BS in architecture from Washington State University in 1996. He played major roles working at different local Portland firms in the beginning of his career. In 2003 he founded Loosemore Design. After three years of working as a sole proprietor, he co-founded SUM Design Studio in 2006.
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Sarah S.
Jul 05, 2017
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