Projects
Residential ·
Mixed-Use/Commercial ·
Affordable Housing
Process
I use an integrated, collaborative design process that brings the knowledge, skills and expertise of each team member, including the owner, developer, engineers and other consultants, and the general contractor/builder, to the table to identify and develop best strategies in a whole building, integrated systems approach.
I work closely with the owner/developer to develop a specific scope of work, program, schedule, and budget for each project.
PROJECT LIST
July 2003–present
Principal, Suzanne Zuniga Architect LLC, Portland, OR. Portfolio includes residential and commercial,
new construction, additions and renovations.
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, School of Architecture
and Allied Arts, Portland Center, University of Oregon. Taught an Intermediate Architecture Design
Studio, Inhabited Bridge, Fall Quarter, 2008.
Coalition for a Livable Future Office, Portland, OR. Schematic Design.
Design and layout of a new office space including a loft with a conference room below and storage above.
The project is being designed to maximize the use of salvaged materials, including windows, lumber, and
counters from bowling alley lanes.
Vegh/Mintier Residence, Portland, OR. Deconstruction/rebuild of the 2nd
Floor with two bedrooms, bath, and laundry. Each bedroom has high vaulted ceilings and a small balcony.
Project includes full seismic upgrade, in-floor radiant heat with a tankless hot water heater, enhanced
daylighting and natural ventilation, energy efficient windows, light fixtures and appliances, salvaged
materials, high recycled content materials, and non-toxic materials and finishes.
My House, Portland OR. Gut and Renovation of first floor, including kitchen,
dining, living, study, bath, and laundry. The design includes an expanded kitchen and new bay window
in the living room, however the actual footprint was reduced. Project includes in-floor radiant heat
with a tankless hot water heater, eco-roof, rainwater harvesting for whole house, enhanced daylighting,
energy efficient windows, light fixtures and appliances, salvaged flooring, framing, and cabinet doors,
high recycled content materials, non-toxic materials and finishes.
Bear Creek Orchards, Medford Oregon. Harry & David, Developer.
Schematic Design. Two hundred units of community designed, sustainable farm worker housing on two sites.
Knudsen Residence, Beaverton OR. Construction Documents. New single family
home on a narrow sloped site with a southern view. The structure is dug into the hill and the large
green roof creates continuity within the landscape; it was designed to maximize views and solar energy,
and includes passive solar design, universal design, solar photovoltaic panels for electrical power,
solar hot water for domestic and space heat, radiant in-floor heat, tankless hot water heater, earthen
floors, Faswall ICF (Insulated Concrete Forms) construction, rainscreen, salvaged wood, non-toxic
materials and finishes, and high recycled content materials.
Ankeny Lofts, Portland, OR. Ralph Austin Inc., and BridgeSpan Capital,
Developers. Permitted for commercial and residential use. Two flex-use 4000 SF buildings around a
bioswale. Potentially 1-4 lofts per building, with the ability to connect lofts as use changes. The
design incorporates a service spine for future utility system upgrades and kit-of parts for various
uses. Project includes passive solar design, solar hot water, hydronic heat, Pentstar® wall system,
rainscreen, non-toxic materials and finishes, high recycled content materials, and bioswale.
Tomlinson/Madigan Residence, Portland, OR. Renovations within the existing
footprint, including kitchen, eating, and bath on first floor and bath on second floor.
Kellems Residence, White Salmon, OR. New timber framed single family home
in rural setting. The house was carefully sited into a knoll to embrace the view and optimize solar
exposure. Project includes universal design, passive solar design, salvaged materials, and hydronic/geothermal
heat.
Portland Waldorf School Community Design and Master Plan. The Portland Waldorf
School, Milwaukie, OR. Partnered with Sustainable Systems Design to develop and facilitate a community design
process to create a Master Plan for expansion on their site.
Guild Residence, Lake Oswego, OR. Kitchen and Family Room renovations.
Steffen Residence, Portland, OR. Construction Documents. Gut and renovations
to kitchen and living area to open up the rooms and ceiling, with a small office addition with an ecoroof.
Yazzolino Residence, North Plains OR. Schematic Design for new timber framed single
family home in rural setting.
Borok Residence, Portland, OR. Deconstruction and re-build of the 2nd floor/roof
with three bedrooms, office, bath, and laundry. Project includes low flow plumbing fixtures, enhanced daylighting
and natural ventilation, energy efficient windows, light fixtures and appliances, salvaged materials, high recycled
content materials, and non-toxic materials and finishes.
Rosalyn Villa. Portland, OR. Charles Iheanacho, Developer. Provided design
revisions, sustainable design, Construction Documents and Construction Administration for a new affordable 4-plex
for people with AIDS. Project includes advanced framing, rainscreen, energy efficient windows, appliances and
light fixtures, and non-toxic materials and finishes.
Peninsula Park Commons Cohousing, Portland, OR. Orange Splot LLC, developer.
Schematic Design for an addition to an existing, cohousing community with three new units and a common outdoor space.
Pearl Lofts, Ellensburg, WA. Ralph Austin, Developer. Permitted for residential and
commercial use. Three flex-use 4000 SF buildings around a large landscaped courtyard with rain gardens. Potentially
1-4 lofts per building, with the ability to connect lofts as use changes. The design incorporates a service spine
for future utility system upgrades and kit-of parts for various uses. Project includes rainwater harvesting for
toilets, passive solar design, solar photovoltaics for electrical power, solar hot water, hydronic heat, Pentstar®
wall system, non-toxic materials and finishes, high recycled content materials, rain gardens and native landscaped
courtyards.
Fuglister/Burke Kitchen Renovation/Addition, Portland, OR. Renovation and addition to
existing kitchen. Project includes eco-roof, non-toxic materials, recycled content materials, energy efficient light
fixtures and low flow plumbing fixtures.
Sustainable Guidelines Workgroup: Revised guidelines and threshold criteria required
for all affordable housing projects funded by the Portland Development Commission, 2005.
Adjunct Assistant Professor, Department of Architecture, School of Architecture and Allied
Arts, Portland Center, University of Oregon. Taught an Intermediate Architecture Design Studio, Summer Quarter,
2005.
Juror, Living Smart Competition, City of Portland. An international competition for
narrow lot house design of excellence, 2004.
Planning Staff Adjunct, Community Development Department, Planning Division, City of
Lake Oswego. Infill Advisors Team. Work with the planning staff and the applicant’s architect to provide design
feedback and recommendations for approval for projects applying for Residential Infill Design Review (Alternative
Process), 2003-present.
January 2001–March 2003
Partner, Salmon Street Design, Portland, OR
Project Architect of all projects. Portfolio includes residential and commercial, new construction, additions and
renovations.
Buka’s Place, Portland, OR. Charles Iheanacho, Developer. Six units of attached
affordable sustainable housing wrapped around an existing renovated house with a landscaped courtyard in between.
Parking was tucked under the back corner to take advantage of a sloped site. Project includes efficient framing,
hydronic heat, non-toxic materials, salvaged materials, and recycled content materials.
Russet Duplex and Morris Triplex, Portland, OR. Portland Community Reinvestment
Initiative. Five units of affordable sustainable housing. Project includes efficient framing, rainscreen,
hydronic heat, non-toxic materials, and recycled content materials. Featured in the 2004 Build It Green Tour.
PCRI Scattered Sites, Portland OR. Portland Community Reinvestment Initiative.
Ten units of affordable sustainable housing on 2 sites. A 6-plex and duplex on one site with a yard and parking
court, and two ‘skinny’ houses on another site. Project includes efficient framing, hydronic heat, non-toxic
materials, and recycled content materials. Project received a Governor’s Livability Award in 2002.
Plaza De Cedro, Portland, OR. Portland Habitat for Humanity. Seven units of
affordable sustainable housing. Two triplexes arranged around a large green space with existing mature oak
trees on a flag lot, and a single family house on the street. Project includes efficient framing, hydronic
heat, non-toxic materials, and recycled content materials.
Newberg Area Habitat For Humanity Homes at S. Everest & Third Streets, Newberg,
OR. Four units of affordable sustainable housing.
Gillem/Horrel Bathroom, Portland, OR. Renovation and expansion of existing
bathroom to create new larger bath and linen area. Featured in Oregon Home magazine.
Savage Residence, Portland, OR. Renovation of lower level to remove existing
indoor pool and create new guest rooms, bathroom and family room. Deconstruction and renovation of existing decks.
Heil Residence, Portland, OR. Renovation of existing one bedroom home and addition
of new bedroom and bathroom.
Webster Kitchen/Laundry/Mudroom Renovation, Portland, OR. Addition and renovation
to kitchen, mudroom, office area and laundry room.
Baird-Bean Residence Renovation, Portland, OR. Renovation of 2nd floor into master
suite with new dormers. New French doors and landing on first floor.
June 1999–January 2001
Executive Director, Portland Community Design, Portland OR.
Directed the architectural design and development firm with a focus on affordable sustainable housing and community
development with a staff of six under the Board of Directors. Project Architect of all architectural projects,
including feasibility studies, neighborhood and community planning, multi and single family affordable housing,
educational, mixed-use and commercial projects. Fundraising, including a $135,000 grant from the EPA. Asset
management. Representative projects:
Sustainable Guidelines Workgroup: Created Guidelines and threshold criteria
required for all affordable housing projects funded by the Portland Development Commission, 2000.
ReBuilding Center Expansion Design Charrette, Portland, OR. Design Charrette to
identify green building opportunities for proposed renovations/additions to the ReBuilding Center.
2500 MLK Rehabilitation, Portland, OR. Mike Warwick, Developer. Renovation/
restoration of existing commercial space into showroom, manufacturing facility, and warehouse.
St. Johns Feasibility, Portland, OR. Foundation for Social Resources.
Feasibility Study of the conversion of existing garages into a community center, health clinic and educational
classroom.
Pacific Crest Community School Renovation, Portland, OR. Master Plan and design
and coordination of phased renovations and additions.
HOF 3- and 4-Plex, Portland OR. Housing Our Families CDC. Affordable sustainable
housing.
Sabin 3- and 4-plex, Portland, OR. Sabin CDC. Affordable sustainable housing.
Green Building Work Sessions, Portland OR. Participated in a series of work
sessions to create a Green Building Action Plan, that led to testimony before City Council to approve the Green
Building Initiative. City of Portland, Office of Energy.
February 1997-June 1999
Principal, Suzanne Zuniga Architect, Wilton, CT
Grube Residence, Norwalk CT. Full renovation of single family home.
McDermott Residence, Ridgefield CT. Renovation and 2-story addition to single
family home.
Youngquist Guest House, Wilton, CT. New garage with guest house above.
Green Specifications. Developed green specifications and product sources for
several local architectural firms.
Strategic Plan. Developed a strategic business plan for Lorie R. Jones and
Associates to integrate sustainable design into the practice.
Contract Work, with the firm of Lorie R. Jones and Associates.
September 1995 - November 1996
Project Manager, Lorie R. Jones & Associates, Greenwich CT
Rosner Residence, New York, NY. Full renovation of townhome on Central
Park.
DaPuzzo Residence, Greenwich, CT. Full renovation and addition of two
new wings to single family home.
McDonald Residence, Greenwich, CT. Renovation of kitchen and breakfast
area, and master suite and addition of new garage and pool to classic Victorian single family home.
Khouri Residence, Greenwich, CT. Renovations and addition of pool house
with roof garden/terrace above and porte cochere.
McGirr Residence, Greenwich, CT. Renovation and addition, raising 2nd
story roof.
57 Lismore Lane, Greenwich CT. New spec house.
September 1994–September 1995
Project Manager, Fletcher + Thompson, Bridgeport, CT
Southport Middle School, Southport, CT. Renovations and additions.
Westport Middle School, Westport, CT. Renovations and additions.
October 1993–February 1994
Project Manager, JCS and Associates, New York, NY
Hearst Courtyard, New York, NY. Renovation of large courtyard in the
Hearst Building.
99 Wall, New York, NY. Renovation of exterior façade, lobby and
elevators core of commercial office building on Wall Street.
Summer 1992
Project Manager, David Barbour Architect, Black Rock, CT
Various residential and small commercial projects.
January 1991–August 1991
Contract architectural work for various architectural firms.
January 1988–January 1991
Intern/Project Manager, Philip Johnson with John Burgee Architects, New York, NY
343 Sansome Street, San Francisco, CA. Renovation/restoration of
historical downtown building with new 13-story office tower addition. Project Manager, Design
Development through Completion.
4 Times Square, Preliminary design on 4 new towers in Times Square.
Project Manager, Schematic Design.
New York Botanical Gardens, The Bronx, NY. Job Captain.
June 1986–January 1987
Smith-Miller + Hawkinson, New York, NY
Professional Residency Program, The University of Texas @ Austin
Institute of Contemporary Art, Philadelphia, PA.
Chalk & Vermillion Gallery, New York, NY
Friman Apartment, New York, NY
June 1985–September 1986
Intern, The Austin Group Architects, Austin TX
Various commercial and multi-family residential projects.
Summer 1982
Intern, Dailey, Wann and Michael, Architects, Austin, TX
Various small residential and commercial projects.
