about

Modern dining space with a light wood table, sleek chairs, and a custom bar featuring a marble counter and stylish wood cabinets.

Who We Are

Grummer Architecture is a boutique residential design firm in Portland, Oregon. We create bespoke homes and remodels that reflect how you live—modern yet timeless, beautiful and functional.

We believe in thoughtful design that supports your everyday life. With a collaborative approach, lasting materials, and a commitment to detail, we tailor every project to your vision. The result: homes that feel grounded, personal, and built to endure.

Contemporary wooden house with an infinity pool reflecting the sky, overlooking a tranquil ocean horizon. A person walks on the deck, adding a dynamic element to the serene setting.

our values

We believe that designing a home is deeply personal. Every project begins with listening—so we can translate your vision into something enduring, refined, and entirely your own.

We prioritize collaboration, clear communication, and a design process that feels organized and human. Materials are selected with care, and details are shaped to stand the test of time—not just in quality, but in meaning

collaboration

We see our clients as partners, guiding them through a process that’s clear, creative, and responsive.

Personalization

Every home we design reflects the rhythms and values of the people who live there.

enduring craftsmanship

We favor lasting materials and thoughtful details that support both long-term use and timeless aesthetics.

Meet Sean Grummer

Sean Grummer is the founder and principal architect of Grummer Architecture. With degrees in Environmental Design and Architecture, Sean blends technical precision with a deep respect for craftsmanship and place. His work is rooted in clarity, collaboration, and thoughtful problem-solving, always focused on creating spaces that support the way people truly live.

Based in the Pacific Northwest and licensed in multiple states, Sean brings his calm, design-driven process to clients across a range of climates and contexts. Whether designing for the forested slopes of Oregon or the coastal light of Florida, he approaches each project with care, curiosity, and a commitment to homes that feel grounded, timeless, and personal.

Ready to Begin?

Whether you're exploring ideas or ready to start your project, we're here to support you.

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