Sasquatch Architecture began with a simple idea: the best buildings in this region do not compete with nature; they settle into it. Rooted in the landscapes of the Pacific Northwest, the work focuses on clarity, craft, and calm spaces shaped by light, climate, and the way people actually live.

Founded by architect Kristopher Celtnieks, the practice blends technical rigor with a deep respect for place. Kris is a licensed architect in Oregon and Washington with experience ranging from urban infill and townhomes to cottage clusters, single-family homes, and ADUs. He also brings experience with select commercial and community projects, adding technical depth and clarity to his residential work. Whether a project sits on a tight city lot or an open hillside, his approach is guided by context, craft, and clarity of intent.

The name Sasquatch reflects a philosophy rather than a novelty. It speaks to treading lightly, working with intention, and finding beauty in what is often overlooked. The studio favors quiet craft over spectacle, long-lasting building performance over waste, and honest materials over short-lived trends.

Originally from the East Coast, Kris came to Oregon for graduate school at the University of Oregon after earning his bachelor’s degree from Temple University. He stayed for the mountains, the craft culture, and the sense of place that continues to shape his work. Outside the studio, he draws inspiration from the same environments he designs for. Trail running and biking, snowboarding on Mount Hood, playing tennis in city parks, and exploring the region with his family all inform his view of how people move through and experience space.

Sasquatch Architecture’s mission is simple: create lasting homes that belong to their landscape and support the way people truly live.