Business Details
27 Years
experience
Award-Winning Sustainable Architecture in Bend, Oregon
Tozer Design is an award-winning architectural firm dedicated to creating sustainable, human-centric spaces that harmonize with their environment. Our cross-disciplinary approach integrates architecture, art, and ecology to deliver holistic designs that connect occupants to nature while prioritizing functionality and ergonomic excellence. With over 25 years of experience, we specialize in custom residential and light commercial projects, employing passive solar design, strategic glazing, and sustainable materials to minimize ecological impact.Our team has achieved groundbreaking certifications including LEED Platinum and Living Building Challenge, reflecting our commitment to regenerative design. We collaborate closely with clients and builders throughout the design process, ensuring clarity and efficiency while maintaining a disciplined artistic vision. Our studio operates with environmental responsibility, powered by solar energy and utilizing recycled materials, while advocating for native landscaping and local sustainable suppliers.
Services
Sustainable Architecture
Residential Design
Commercial Design
LEED Certification
Biophilic Design
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 25+ years of sustainable design expertise with international certifications
- Pioneers in Living Building Challenge and LEED-certified projects
- Collaborative team approach with builders and suppliers
- Solar-powered studio with zero-waste office practices
- Specialized in biophilic design and passive solar strategies
Associations and certifications
- LEED Platinum
- Living Building Challenge
Services
Sustainable Architecture
Creating energy-efficient buildings that minimize environmental impact through passive solar strategies, recycled materials, and regenerative design principles. Our team specializes in LEED and Living Building Challenge certifications, ensuring structures meet rigorous sustainability standards while maintaining aesthetic and functional excellence. We integrate natural elements to enhance occupant well-being.
Residential Design
Crafting custom homes that balance artistic vision with practical living needs. Our designs emphasize natural light integration, intuitive spatial flow, and climate-responsive features. Each project incorporates biophilic elements to create spaces that feel expansive beyond their square footage while maintaining ecological responsibility through sustainable material selection.
Commercial Design
Developing functional, inspiring commercial environments that prioritize occupant comfort and environmental stewardship. Our approach combines ergonomic planning with energy-efficient systems, creating workspaces that enhance productivity while reducing carbon footprints through innovative material use and passive climate control strategies.
LEED Certification
Guiding projects through LEED Platinum certification requirements with expertise in sustainable site development, water efficiency, and indoor environmental quality. We implement advanced energy modeling and material selection strategies to achieve the highest green building standards while maintaining design integrity.
Biophilic Design
Incorporating natural elements into architectural design to enhance human well-being. Our approach uses strategic glazing, organic materials, and spatial planning that connects interior spaces with outdoor environments, creating immersive experiences that reduce stress and improve occupant satisfaction through nature-inspired patterns.
People
Al Tozer
Principal Designer
With over 25 years of experience, Al leads sustainable design innovation at Tozer Design. He pioneered the firm's Living Building Challenge projects and advocates for regenerative architecture through hands-on construction knowledge and client collaboration.
Questions
What architectural services does Tozer Design offer?
We specialize in sustainable residential and commercial design, LEED certification consulting, biophilic design, and Living Building Challenge projects tailored to Pacific Northwest environments.
How does Tozer Design incorporate sustainability?
We use passive solar design, strategic glazing, recycled materials, and collaborate with local eco-conscious suppliers to minimize environmental impact while maximizing energy efficiency.
What certifications has Tozer Design achieved?
Our firm has earned LEED Platinum certification and pioneered Living Building Challenge projects, including the world's first residential Living Certified Building.
Do you work outside the Bend area?
While based in Bend, Oregon, we serve clients throughout Central Oregon and the Pacific Northwest, with experience adapting designs to diverse regional climates.
How does the design process work?
We begin with intensive client consultations and site analysis, followed by iterative conceptual design phases incorporating builder expertise to ensure practical, innovative solutions.
What makes Tozer Design unique?
Our holistic approach combines artistic vision with technical precision, focusing on human-scale spaces that connect occupants to nature through biophilic design principles.
