--- title: "Celeste Lewis Architecture — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/celeste-lewis-architecture-pfvwus-pf~310437574 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~310437574.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Celeste Lewis Architecture" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e50392c10fa1ab01_5424-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Portland, Oregon 97209, United States" latitude: 45.527 longitude: -122.6854 phone: "(503) 701-1860" website: http://www.celestelarchitect.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 7 best_of_houzz_awards: 7 followers: 119 last_updated: 2026-09-23 --- # Celeste Lewis Architecture Original Houzz profile: [Celeste Lewis Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/celeste-lewis-architecture-pfvwus-pf~310437574) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Portland, OR - **Serves:** Portland, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Aloha, Lake Oswego, Bethany, Tualatin, Happy Valley, Milwaukie, Lents, Cedar Mill, Oak Grove, Gladstone, Rockcreek, Cedar Hills, Garden Home-Whitford, Sunnyside, Raleigh Hills, King City, Metzger, Durham, Maywood Park, Rivergrove, Johnson City, Hazel Dell, Marylhurst, Mill Plain, Orchards, Walnut G - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (7 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2013–2017), for Design, Service. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 25,000 Ideabook Saves Our high-energy architectural firm designs and develops superior common-sense solutions for residential clients. For over 15 years, we have succeeded at delivering unique designs, well-crafted solutions and value to our clients. Our focus is on residential remodels and new residential construction, including kitchen and bath design/remodel and award-winning lighting design. We can work closely with you from first sketch to last nail driven. As an added bonus, our firm has a vested interest in creating environmentally-sound “green” homes and additions. We proudly support the AIA COTE’s 2030 Challenge and are active members with the Center for Earth Leadership. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Building Design - Home Remodeling - Architectural Drawings - Custom Homes - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - 3D Rendering - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Space Planning - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Basement Remodeling - Mudroom Design - Basement Design - Attic Conversion - Tiny House Construction - Site Preparation - Laundry Room Design - Modular Home Additions - Earthquake Retrofitting - 3D Home Design - Construction Drawings - Remodeling ### Areas Served - Portland - Hillsboro - Beaverton - Tigard - Aloha - Lake Oswego - Bethany - Tualatin - Happy Valley - Milwaukie - Lents - Cedar Mill - Oak Grove - Gladstone - Rockcreek - Cedar Hills - Garden Home-Whitford - Sunnyside - Raleigh Hills - King City - Metzger - Durham - Maywood Park - Rivergrove - Johnson City - Hazel Dell - Marylhurst - Mill Plain - Orchards - Walnut G ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Celeste Lewis Architecture | | Address | Portland, Oregon 97209, United States | | Phone | (503) 701-1860 | | Website | http://www.celestelarchitect.com | | License Number | State of Oregon, \#3048 | | Followers on Houzz | 119 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Celeste-Lewis-Architecture/115193288515066 - LinkedIn — http://www.linkedin.com/profile/view?id=38406591&trk=nav\_responsive\_tab\_profile ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Celeste Lewis Architecture](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/celeste-lewis-architecture-pfvwus-pf~310437574) - **Website:** http://www.celestelarchitect.com - **Phone:** (503) 701-1860 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - LEED Accredited Professional, Sustainable Homes Professional, Forest Heights Architectural Review Committee1997 Spirit of Portland Award (one of 500 recipients in the 20 years)2003 CoTY Award; 1st place, Residential Interior; Weber Residence - **Best of Houzz:** 7 awards (2013–2017), for Design, Service. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 7 reviews** ### All 7 reviews **★★★★★ — Brian Young, Jan. 2018** > We hired Celeste to help us with a major remodel of our home in April 2015. > > In our first meeting we knew she was the kind of architect we needed. She listened to our plans and ideas. She groomed the good ideas, gave us frank feed back on the bad ideas, and presented many solutions that we had not conceived. > > She's extremely knowledgable and thorough. No major project goes smoothly. Celeste was engaged throughout to ensure that every issue was resolved. **★★★★★ — mands99, Jan. 2018** > Celeste Lewis blends aesthetic talent with mathematical smarts to help make your dream home a reality. I marvel at how a beautiful design on paper led to our beautifully remodeled home. Celeste listened attentively to my wife and I during the design phase, and she exhibited a "can-do" attitude during our weekly "Apple House Team" meetings (our child named our new home the "apple house" because of a backyard apple tree). > > Celeste strives to make things right, even when forces outside of everyone's control make remodeling a house challenging. During at least two points during construction, when unforeseen circumstances arose, she brainstormed solutions that subsequently made our lives easier. > > And now ... I enjoy morning coffee in a breakfast nook she designed based on my description. We awaken to the sight of trees from a bedroom niche that she created specifically for that view. If I ever won Powerball, it would be my pleasure to have her design a home without budgetary constraints. Until then, we feel blessed that Celeste Lewis designed a gorgeous home that we love. **★★★★★ — karljensen, Dec. 2014** > We used Celeste to design and manage two major remodel projects on our Portland home and design a new beach house for us in Ocean Park, WA. The first remodel was a kitchen, family room, bedroom addition around 1997 and the second was remodeling all three of our bathrooms around 2000. The beach house was built in 2008-09. All of the projects were beautifully designed and executed and Celeste was excellent to work with! She is extremely knowledgeable about all aspects of the construction process and made sure all of the projects ran smoothly. I am the owner of West Side Electric Co. and have had the pleasure of working on many other projects with Celeste throughout the Portland area. Of all the other great architects we work with, Celeste is obviously our first choice! **★★★★★ — Beard' Restoration & Remodeling LLC, Nov. 2014** > I've known and worked with Celeste Lewis for nearly 20 years and have always been impressed by her professionalism, knowledge and amazing ability to deal with a wide range of customers, easing the inevitable tensions which can arise during the course of a remodel project. > She has a wonderful design aesthetic and the ability to bring together an easily understood plan which makes her vision an attainable goal. She's realistic, but visionary. > I'm a General Contractor and have had the pleasure to work with Celeste on many occasions, including one which involved reworking a previous designers plan, which the homeowners were not happy with. Ultimately achieving a beautiful end result, which the homeowners absolutely loved! > On my end, as the builder, a project can either be difficult or enjoyable. Thankfully I've always enjoyed Celeste's projects and whenever I need clarification, she's been there for me. **★★★★ — Stacey Reeves, Nov. 2014** > Celeste did a great job really understanding what we wanted. We came to her with an idea that probably would not have worked, but she was able to really understand our goals and come up with a much better solution, due to the time she spent with us really understanding how we live. We love the vision she came up with and its working very well for us now that it is finished. **★★★★★ — louieheltzel, July 2014** > Celeste gave us good advice for installing built-ins and remodeling a bathroom when she was associated with a firm other than her own. I respect her taste and her ability. **★★★★★ — mfrench67, Dec. 2013** > Celeste was very professional and courteous. We love the kitchen she designed! We felt she listened to our needs and worked closely with us to design a kitchen both functional and beautiful. Also, she was always on time with appointments and with drawings. Her communication was fantastic. I would highly recommend Celeste Lewis architecture! ## Selected projects - [Rio Vista Redo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rio-vista-redo-pj-vj~2756216) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: Interior Remodel that included moving the stair and exposing the existing 2 levels of the house. - [N. Williamette Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/n-williamette-kitchen-pj-vj~436053) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 4 - Description: New Art Deco-styled Kitchen with a re-configured layout. We opened up the enclosed kitchen to the existing living room, dining room and entry. - [Mt. Tabor Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mt-tabor-kitchen-pj-vj~436094) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 3 - Description: New kitchen for a Portland craftsman home. they were looking to maximize the southern light, so we installed tall, oversized windows on the southern wall...tall enough to ensure privacy from the neighbors next door, big enough to make a gray day seem bright. - [Jenny and John's Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/jenny-and-john-s-home-pj-vj~849915) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 8 - Description: A new Upper Addition that includes a new master suite, reading nook and open stair - [SW Condo](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sw-condo-pj-vj~1278778) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 4 - [Long Beach Retreat](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/long-beach-retreat-pj-vj~48589) - Location: Long Beach, WA - Photos: 4 - [Clifton Residence](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/clifton-residence-pj-vj~313590) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 9 - Description: Whole house remodel that included a new kitchen, master suite, new family entry & backyard living area. A great team and a fabulous set of spaces. The team included: Hammer and Hand, Nifelle Design, Liz Murray Design, Shapiro Didway Lanscape Architects, Big Branch Custom Woodworking - [Carl Place Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/carl-place-addition-pj-vj~48593) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 12 - [Home in Sisters](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/home-in-sisters-pj-vj~237801) - Location: Sisters, OR - Photos: 9 - Description: A new home with asian, western and prairie-style influences. An outdoor living area that can be partially enclosed is a highlight with a beautiful stone fireplace. - [Rob and Fran's Kitchen Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rob-and-fran-s-kitchen-remodel-pj-vj~48588) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 3 - Description: Reconfigured contemporary kitchen for a West Portland mid-60's ranch. We opened to the wall between the living room, dining room and the kitchen to provide light, and visual connection. - [Beaverton Ave](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beaverton-ave-pj-vj~48595) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 4 - [Irvington Powder Bath](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/irvington-powder-bath-pj-vj~849865) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 2 - [Anna and Eric's Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/anna-and-eric-s-addition-pj-vj~48594) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 3 - [SE Bidwell ADU](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/se-bidwell-adu-pj-vj~1048001) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 3 - [David and Susan's remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/david-and-susan-s-remodel-pj-vj~50761) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 4 - [Montmore Whole House Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/montmore-whole-house-remodel-pj-vj~50758) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 6 - [Montgomery Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/montgomery-remodel-pj-vj~982207) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 4 [See all 17 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/celeste-lewis-architecture-pfvwus-pf~310437574) ## Ideabooks - [Griffiths Kitchen ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/87492827/list/griffiths-kitchen-ideas) — 6 ideas - [Island supports](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/87490010/list/island-supports) — 10 ideas - [Courtyard homes](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/68003033/list/courtyard-homes) — 4 ideas - [gravel landing](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/65439608/list/gravel-landing) — 1 idea - [cape cod](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/60682297/list/cape-cod) — 10 ideas - [CLERESTORY WINDOWS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59631729/list/clerestory-windows) — 4 ideas - [KD Bath](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/47085522/list/kd-bath) — 3 ideas - [decorative glass](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/45321080/list/decorative-glass) — 3 ideas - [decorative openings](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/40038830/list/decorative-openings) — 5 ideas - [great kitchen details](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/23008063/list/great-kitchen-details) — 9 ideas - [ideas for park place condos](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32340368/list/ideas-for-park-place-condos) — 8 ideas - [white kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/32116158/list/white-kitchens) — 4 ideas - [ALTERNATIVE CLOSET COVERINGS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/31217931/list/alternative-closet-coverings) — 3 ideas - [CRAFTSMAN STAIR RAILINGS](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30469018/list/craftsman-stair-railings) — 6 ideas - [stoop ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/30190387/list/stoop-ideas) — 4 ideas - [Wainscotting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/20279984/list/wainscotting) — 6 ideas [See all 16 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/celeste-lewis) ## Community Q&A **Q: Wood Floor - type and finish** *(in Photo Questions)* What kind of wood is used for the floor? Color? Finish? A: Hi Joannany ( fun tag line!) Sorry for not getting back to you earlier. This is a white oak floor. I don't remember the finish but is was likely a swedish finish in a lower gloss. Good luck with your project. **Q: Dimensions - shelf at end** *(in Photo Questions)* What is the width of the end part of the bar? A: Hi and thanks for your interest. The deepest width of the shelving at the end of the bar is 12". The finished depth of the shelving unit where the cookbooks are is 11". Good luck with your project! **Q: What are the dimensions of this bathroom?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi Amy: Thank you for your interest. 3'-8" x 6'-3" ish. For the City of Portland, there needed to be 26" clear between the rim of the sink and the wainscoting. You should check the codes in your area. Local Cities often have exceptions to national codes. **Q: Kitchen Cabinets** *(in Photo Questions)* What wood was used for the kitchen cabinets and who manufactured them? A: Hi Sandie: These are bamboo cabinets. Unfortunately, I don't have information on the cabinet shop, but they were built by a Portland, OR cabinet shop. The work was completed 8 years ago. **Q: What is the brand of hardware on these lift doors?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hi D.L; Thank you for your question! I am not exactly sure what got installed but I did specify hardware from Haefele. This house was constructed roughly 3 hours from my office and it's possible the cabinet maker substituted another brand/type. This work was completed in 2009, so fingers crossed Haefele still makes this hardware. **Q: cabniets** *(in Photo Questions)* who makes the cabinets? A: These were custom built by a wonderful Portland, OR cabinet shop: L&Z Specialities on SE Foster. They are a simply shaker door and I believe could always be replicated by others if you are not int he Portland area. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-23.*