Architects are uniquely qualified - and ethically obligated - to lead a community by design which features responsible, broad-based training, and critical thinking. The mission of Barry R Smith, PC, Architect [BRSA) has, and continues, to implement that leadership with meaningful, sustainable environments and viable projects here in America and throughout the world.

For nearly three decades, Smith] has practiced architecture in Portland, Oregon USA. A long-time Certificate holder with the National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB), and licensed in nine (9) states, Smith has a background in historic preservation, innovative design, and finance, community and national non-profit commitments are a fundamental part of BRSA.

The firm proudly supports: (a) 1+ (https://theoneplus.org) by connecting nonprofits and dedicating 1% or more of its working hours to pro bono architecture/design services; the Elephant Sanctuary in Tennessee; local nonprofits Montavilla Jazz Festival and KMHD public radio.

From affordable local infill housing to luxury international hotels to sustainable housing and commercial buildings, Smith’s designs focus on the development of award-winning projects that are varied, sustainable and profitable.

A graduate of Tulane University School of Architecture in New Orleans, Louisiana, Smith introduced and taught a successful series of experimental courses focusing on urban design that blended into a city’s infrastructure, but also met neighborhood, governmental, investor, and environmental demands. As a classically trained architect with the city’s oldest historic firm, Smith’s projects included working on the first mixed-use, multi-family rowhouses in America, the Pontalba Buildings in the French Quarter.

In 1993 he opened the doors to his own firm and began leading the way in traditional, sustainable, and smart infill design. His approach to working hands-on with neighborhood groups and clients while satisfying the demands of government codes and budgets is unique. Smith is licensed to practice architecture in Oregon, Washington, California, New York, Florida, Colorado, Ohio, Arkansas and Louisiana. Barry Smith is also a licensed Real Estate Broker in Oregon.