--- title: "Artefact, Inc. — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/artefact-inc-pfvwus-pf~1133511878 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1133511878.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Artefact, Inc." category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/cad32dda04663411_6843-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "26-28 E 3rd Street, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18015, United States" latitude: 40.6002 longitude: -75.3805 phone: "(610) 861-0235" website: http://www.artefactarchitecture.com/ rating: 4.9 review_count: 9 followers: 25 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Artefact, Inc. Original Houzz profile: [Artefact, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/artefact-inc-pfvwus-pf~1133511878) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Bethlehem, PA - **Serves:** Lehigh Valley, Allentown, Bethlehem, Whitehall, Easton, Whitehall Township, Fullerton, Emmaus, Hanover Township, Wilson, Wescosville, Catasauqua, Hellertown, Nazareth, Dorneyville, Fountain Hill, Palmer Heights, Coplay, Macungie, Hokendauqua, North Catasauqua, Freemansburg, Bath, Egypt, Coopersburg, Old Orchard, Raubsville, Cementon, West Easton, Richlandtown, Stiles, Tatamy, Laurys Station, Riegelsville, Glendon, Northampton, Middletown, Ackermanville, Center Valley, East Texas, Flicksville, Kintnersville, Old Zionsville, Phillipsburg, Treichlers, Zionsville, \_\_\_\_Hanover Township - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (9 reviews) ## About ### Houzz Badges - Recommended on Houzz - 500 Ideabook Saves Artefact, an architectural practice located in South Bethlehem, PA, was founded in 1986 by Christine Ussler. Artefact has established a reputation for excellent design, creative detailing, and extensive expertise in historic architecture and green design. It is certified as a Women's Business Enterprise. Artefact has twin interests in historic preservation and green design, with a focus on Adaptive Reuse. This design strategy is fundamentally green because of the way it saves the energy embodied in the existing building. Reusing existing buildings saves materials and strengthens communities. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Drafting - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Barn Design & Construction - Basement Remodeling - Mudroom Design - Basement Design - Attic Conversion - Tiny House Construction - Staircase Design - Deck Design - Garage Design - Laundry Room Design - Modular Home Additions - Passive Solar Heating & Cooling - Home Gym Design & Construction ### Areas Served - Lehigh Valley - Allentown - Bethlehem - Whitehall - Easton - Whitehall Township - Fullerton - Emmaus - Hanover Township - Wilson - Wescosville - Catasauqua - Hellertown - Nazareth - Dorneyville - Fountain Hill - Palmer Heights - Coplay - Macungie - Hokendauqua - North Catasauqua - Freemansburg - Bath - Egypt - Coopersburg - Old Orchard - Raubsville - Cementon - West Easton - Richlandtown - Stiles - Tatamy - Laurys Station - Riegelsville - Glendon - Northampton - Middletown - Ackermanville - Center Valley - East Texas - Flicksville - Kintnersville - Old Zionsville - Phillipsburg - Treichlers - Zionsville - \_\_\_\_Hanover Township ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Artefact, Inc. | | Address | 26-28 E 3rd Street, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania 18015, United States | | Phone | (610) 861-0235 | | Website | http://www.artefactarchitecture.com/ | | Followers on Houzz | 25 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Artefact-Inc/202975643105141 - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/pub/christine-ussler/15/760/922?domainCountryName=&csrfToken=ajax%3A2779775 - Blog — http://www.artefactarchitecture.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Artefact, Inc.](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/artefact-inc-pfvwus-pf~1133511878) - **Website:** http://www.artefactarchitecture.com/ - **Phone:** (610) 861-0235 ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 9 reviews** ### All 9 reviews **★★★★★ — Peter Bennett, Sept. 2017** > We have worked with Christine Ussler, founder of Artefact, Inc., on five > major projects, including an extensive renovation to a historic home in > northern Bucks County. PA and a renovation of an apartment in Manhattan. We > are obviously very pleased with her work since we have continually gone to > her for architectural work for many years. Chris is thoroughly professional > and extremely creative while never losing sight of the budget for the > project. She is easy to work with, highly respected by contractors, > sub-contractors, and vendors and imaginative when it comes to solving the > inevitable problems the crop up along the way. We recommend Chris and > Artefact without reservation. **Comment from Artefact, Inc.:** > Thank you Peter! We very much enjoyed working with you on all of your beautiful and interesting projects. > Christine and the entire Artefact staff **★★★★★ — Seth Moglen, July 2017** > The Artefact team did a superb job assisting us in designing and building an addition to our house -- a home office/studio. Christine Ussler is a highly experienced architect and provided outstanding advice about how to conceptualize the addition. She and her assistant, Lucienne Di Biase Dooley, were a delight to work with at every stage. They listened carefully to our needs; they thought with sensitivity about the aesthetic of our home (and surrounding houses); they honored the limits of our budget; and they came up with a design that met all our needs -- and that we could afford to build. They recommended an excellent local builder to construct the addition -- and were available at every stage of the construction process to consult and to resolve issues that came up. The studio addition has dramatically enhanced our pleasure in our home -- and the value of the house. An outstanding architecture firm: small, sophisticated, sensitive, realistic, and committed to providing the kind of personal service you need when considering a major project of this kind. I give them my highest recommendation. You will be delighted with their work. **★★★★★ — Amanda Cowan, July 2017** > When we moved into our house in Bethlehem's historic district, we hired Artefact to handle an extensive remodeling of our kitchen. This was essentially a 'down to the studs' renovation, which involved moving the entry to a load-bearing wall. Everything about the work Chris Ussler did on the project was top notch, and though we have since moved on to a larger, more expensive house, we still look back fondly on that kitchen--it was the best space to cook in I've ever had. Ten years later, when we were ready to re-do our bathrooms, there was no question who we would call. The things Chris designed in our house were the hardest things to leave when we had to move! **★★★★★ — Karen Woods, June 2017** > I have worked on projects with Christine Ussler for 25 years. My specialty is interior design and development of color schemes. It has always been a pleasure to work on projects where Christine is the architect. She is very skilled and innovative and pays great attention to detail. Christine is always very cooperative and has good relationships with clients and other professionals. On her projects, the results are always visually appealing and functional. **★★★★★ — Joseph Frantz, June 2017** > Knowledgeable, competent, listens for understanding and uses these skills to deliver a pleasing end result. Very personable and facilitating. Linked us with a terrific firm for construction. Fantastic design with superb eye and curb appeal. Strongly recommended for your project **★★★★★ — Beall Fowler, June 2017** > Excellent professional quality, responsive and interactive. I would not hesitate to hire this firm again (other family members have used this firm with similar excellent results). **★★★★★ — Deb Diller, June 2017** > Christine helped me maximize the living space in my 1950 cottage and restore it to its natural beauty. She is extremely knowledgeable, thorough, and fun to work with! She listened, shared creative solutions, and worked very closely with me to make my dream a reality. Not only did we remove walls to make a larger kitchen and dining room area; but she helped to bring back this home's historic charm. I highly recommend Artefact. Wish I had another home to redesign! **★★★★ — A DeNardo, June 2017** > We used Christine to help us re-imagine our lower level renovation. She and her team were easy to work with, very personable and warm and very responsive. I would certainly recommend them. **★★★★★ — ellenfj, March 2015** > Christine Ussler of Artefact has worked with me on three projects, including two major remodeling/reconstructions and the design of a vacation home in Canada. She is a gifted designer who is a dream to work with, has wonderful ideas and is always attuned to the needs and wishes of the client. I can't imagine a better working relationship. ## Selected projects - [Northampton County Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/northampton-county-home-pj-vj~7483520) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 17 - Description: With exterior elements such as brick arches and a stone façade, this new construction recalls the architecture of early Moravian homes. Artefact designed the home to accommodate the needs of an individual with limited mobility, integrating accessibility aids while maintaining a stately, streamlined appearance. The end result is an easily navigable, beautiful residence replete with sunny spaces and joyful architectural details. - [Pool House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-house-pj-vj~1650224) - Location: Bethlehem, PA - Photos: 5 - [Grand Manan Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/grand-manan-cottage-pj-vj~1709598) - Location: Grand Manan, NB - Photos: 9 - Description: Our team was hired to design this vacation home in a truly dreamlike location: on Grand Manan Island overlooking the Bay of Fundy. Combining elements such as wood shingle, deep green exterior paint accents, and trusses, our design gives a nod to the vernacular fishing sheds seen throughout the island. - [Renovation Project](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/renovation-project-pj-vj~1650241) - Location: Bethlehem, PA - Photos: 10 - [Beach House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beach-house-pj-vj~1650875) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [Second Story Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/second-story-addition-pj-vj~1650800) - Location: Bethlehem, PA - Photos: 5 - [Day House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/day-house-pj-vj~1650143) - Location: Bethlehem, PA - Photos: 5 - [Stone House Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stone-house-addition-pj-vj~1650844) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 7 - [Farmhouse Outbuildings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farmhouse-outbuildings-pj-vj~1650260) - Location: Riegelsville, PA - Photos: 5 - [Ambre Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ambre-studio-pj-vj~1650113) - Location: Bethlehem, PA - Photos: 1 - [Hobby Barn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/hobby-barn-pj-vj~1650155) - Location: Nazareth, PA - Photos: 6 - Description: A quilting studio and winery with beautiful reclaimed barn timbers. - [Open Concept Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/open-concept-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~2509117) - Location: Bethlehem, PA - Photos: 6 [See all 12 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/artefact-inc-pfvwus-pf~1133511878) --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*