--- title: "Outside Architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/outside-architecture-pfvwus-pf~28514331 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~28514331.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Outside Architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/2ed3e28c0b981852_7584-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "1712 East Capitol Drive, Shorewood, Wisconsin 53211, United States" latitude: 43.082 longitude: -87.8895 phone: "(503) 333-3161" website: http:// rating: 5 review_count: 8 best_of_houzz_awards: 3 followers: 7 last_updated: 2026-08-20 --- # Outside Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Outside Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/outside-architecture-pfvwus-pf~28514331) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Shorewood, WI - **Serves:** Milwaukee, Wauwatosa, Menomonee Falls, Mequon, Whitefish Bay, Shorewood, Cedarburg, Grafton, Fox Point, Bayside, River Hills, Hillsboro, Aloha, Beaverton, Cedar Hills, Clackamas, Happy Valley, Lake Oswego, Lents, Milwaukie, Portland, Raleigh Hills, Sunnyside, Tigard, Vancouver, West Haven, West Haven-Sylvan, West Slope - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (8 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2022–2023), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Locally owned - Eco-friendly - Offers Custom Work We help people create modern, responsible homes. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - 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 - Guesthouse Design & Construction - Multigenerational Homes - Pool House Design & Construction - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Outdoor Kitchen Design - Tiny House Construction - Garage Design - Passive Solar Heating & Cooling - Home Gym Design & Construction - Rooftop Deck Installation - Custom Home ### Areas Served - Milwaukee - Wauwatosa - Menomonee Falls - Mequon - Whitefish Bay - Shorewood - Cedarburg - Grafton - Fox Point - Bayside - River Hills - Hillsboro - Aloha - Beaverton - Cedar Hills - Clackamas - Happy Valley - Lake Oswego - Lents - Milwaukie - Portland - Raleigh Hills - Sunnyside - Tigard - Vancouver - West Haven - West Haven-Sylvan - West Slope ### Typical Job Cost $500,000 - 3 million ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Outside Architecture | | Address | 1712 East Capitol Drive, Shorewood, Wisconsin 53211, United States | | Phone | (503) 333-3161 | | Website | http:// | | Followers on Houzz | 7 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/outsidearch - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/outside-architecture - Blog — www.outside-architecture.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Outside Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/outside-architecture-pfvwus-pf~28514331) - **Website:** http:// - **Phone:** (503) 333-3161 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 3 awards (2022–2023), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 8 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### All 8 reviews **★★★★★ — Kristy Krueger, April 2021** > We originally started working with Jeremy in 2015 developing a multi phase remodel for our home. Jeremy seamlessly took our vision to paper and made the design process fun. He provided the template and helped us navigate the contractor interview and bid process. > This past year we have been working with both Connor and Jeremy, updating our Main Bedroom, and the team has once again brought new and innovative ideas to our home. They are both present onsite when needed and always make themselves available even with the smallest design inquiries. **★★★★★ — birdiejwayad, April 2021** > Jeremy Spurger’s talent and guidance has enriched our lives. His ability to capture what a client desires and make it a reality is masterful. > > Jeremy designed and changed our 1890, Shot Gun House, into a beautiful duplex with a court, which is now the prize of the block. > > We so appreciate his creativity in designing the Baseballism Stores that are nationwide, amazing and beautiful - all 11 of them! > Thank you, > Roberta & Jack Jwayad **★★★★★ — Wendy Scott, April 2021** > Connor and Jeremy have helped us tremendously with our home over the past 7 years or so. It started with floor plans, then evolved to full drawings of the master bathroom, and now they've done a complete overhaul of our entire upstairs and outdoor living space. We are so happy with their work and can't wait to work with them on projects again in the future. **★★★★★ — True Blue Construction \* Remodeling, April 2021** > I'm a general contractor and I have worked with Outside Architecture on a number of projects over the last 5 years. Jeremy is an incredibly thorough and thoughtful architect and no detail gets overlooked with him. He is an excellent communicator and a great listener and one of the best architects I've seen when it comes to client and contractor relationships. Outside's projects always look and feel like no detail was missed and everyone involved feels seen and heard throughout the process. I can't recommend him enough. **★★★★★ — lisa platt, April 2021** > WOW! We had no idea how to manifest a complete remodel of the kitchen and playroom of our historic > mid-century house. > We knew we wanted to honor the eminent architect of the house but also needed to lean into the future. Jeremy and his team were a dream team. From research to concept to completion they made the process easy. His design and aesthetic choices were always illuminating. Jeremy listened carefully, responded patiently and immediately to all our concerns. He created a space that has made our family gatherings joyous and easy. We hope to hire him again in the future. > L & D Platt **★★★★★ — Meghan, April 2021** > Jeremy is amazing to work with. He is so precise with everything he does and the work is unbelievable. I have used him for multiple house projects and I am blown away every time by what he comes up with. I highly recommend Outside Architecture! **★★★★★ — Melanie C, April 2021** > We worked with Jeremy to design an addition for our upstairs. Our goal was to add a bathroom, however with Jeremy’s vision and creative ideas we ended up with a spacious bathroom and two incredible walk in closets. We didn’t know just how much space we had and he helped us get more out of our project than we realized was possible. Anyone who sees these closets is envious of the space! Jeremy was a delight to work with and very professional. We have dreams of future house projects and look forward to working with him again. **★★★★★ — Blackstones, April 2021** > We loved working with Outside Architecture on our well-crafted and beautifully designed addition to our home. The modern addition aligned with our needs to update a challenging space. We couldn't be happier! > > We are glad we found Jeremy and his team to take on our project. And we look forward to working with them in the future! ## Selected projects - [Cannon Beach Lookout](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cannon-beach-lookout-pj-vj~7849102) - Location: Cannon Beach, OR - Photos: 15 - Description: The Lookout is a beach house on a stunning perk above the Pacific Ocean at the Oregon Coast. The original home was a design out of Popular Mechanics magazine from 1970. Our intervention opened up the home to the ocean view, while adding a primary bedroom suite and garage. Clad in cedar inside and out, this home capitalizes on it’s location with focused views of the ocean. - [Modern Cabin](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/modern-cabin-pj-vj~4641647) - Location: Pacific City, OR - Photos: 20 - [Kenko House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kenko-house-pj-vj~7849097) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 17 - [Milwaukee Gallery Loft](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/milwaukee-gallery-loft-pj-vj~7849089) - Location: Milwaukee, WI - Photos: 8 - Description: 2024 AIA Wisconsin Design Award. New life for this 1880s warehouse came in the form of a art patron’s home. This two level home straddles a fine line between gallery and residence. The cream city brick walls are a natural backdrop to showcase a robust collection of work. The design was a direct response to the structure’s major deficiency- access to daylight. Three new, centrally located skylights bring diffused natural light to the primary bath, suspended sculptural stair and art gallery atrium… - [Raleigh Hills Modern Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/raleigh-hills-modern-home-pj-vj~5414396) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 28 - [Garden Bridge - Modern Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/garden-bridge-modern-addition-pj-vj~5414333) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 5 - Description: This modern addition provided a new connection from garage to house and house to garden. - [Mid Century Modern Update](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mid-century-modern-update-pj-vj~6436305) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 14 - Description: This mid-century gem was originally designed by Pietro Belluschi and built in 1940. The home was designed as a humble, modern backdrop to the 2.6 acre orchard that would become a renowned garden property. After many unfaithful updates to the service core of the house, the family sought a mending solution in the spirit of the original design. The intervention by Outside Architecture in 2018, strengthened the home's connection to the garden in the form of a new kitchen, mudroom, bathroom and studi… [See all 7 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/outside-architecture-pfvwus-pf~28514331) ## Ideabooks - [Bend Modern](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/159021274/list/bend-modern) — 16 ideas - [Fishhawk Guardrails](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/154697162/list/fishhawk-guardrails) — 1 idea [See all 2 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/outsidearch) ## Community Q&A **Q: Wood ceiling to drywall** *(in Photo Questions)* Curious about this transition. Looks amazing! Was drywall done before or after ceiling? Or is there a trim piece there??? Looks seamless A: Sorry for the late follow up. Just seeing this now, Wendy. The drywall went in first with corner bead trims at top and bottom. Then we inlaid the t+g ceiling last. They just did a fantastic job scribing them to the drywall. **Q: type of wood on cabinets** *(in Photo Questions)* What species of wood was used for the kitchen cabinets? A: It is Birch **Q: is there a bedroom on the main level?** *(in Photo Questions)* Tell me more about this design…materials used. A: Thanks for the compliment. Feel free to check out our website for more info. https://www.outside-architecture.com/projects/coast-cabin **Q: I like how this wooden board looks.** *(in Photo Questions)* What type of wood is on this facade? What is this wood coated with? Many thanks! A: It is clear cedar. There is no stain or finish. At the Oregon coast, it is ok to leave cedar natural/unfinished, as it will weather silver/grey like this and you don’t have to maintain a stain/sealant every few years. It’s not best practice to do this in all climate-regions though. **Q: Who makes the refrigerator in this kitchen?** *(in Photo Questions)* I am looking for a combo fridge/freezer that is more half & half. Or options for either that can be placed below the counter. (I dislike the configuration of the freezer drawers that are popular right now.) I want a freezer that I can organize like a fridge. Perhaps even a freezer separate from my fridge. A: LG makes this one. The freezer is not quite the design you're hoping for. There are three drawers inside when you open the door. Not sure if they are designed to be removed or not. Good luck! **Q: siding material** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the gray siding material and stain? Thanks! A: It is jet black though, only looks grey in direct sunlight --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-20.*