Rendering

For Realtors, architects and design professionals · Three gatherings at Lyngen Grove

Behind the Build

Behind the Build offers a look beyond the finished home - exploring how homes are designed, built, and evaluated from the ground up.

Each gathering will focus on a different stage of construction, with practical insight into building systems, construction quality, energy performance, and the decisions that ultimately affect a home’s comfort, durability, value, and marketability.

Our goal is to give Realtors, architects and design professionals a deeper understanding of new construction so they can better advise clients considering a custom home, new construction purchase, or significant renovation. It’s also an opportunity to meet and build relationships with other professionals working in Portland’s residential design, construction, and real estate communities.

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Realtors

Seats and CE credit are through Eventbrite.

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Architects and design professionals

Tell us which gathering and we’ll confirm by email.

Questions? Send us a note or call 541.944.2681.

Read the Lyngen Grove case study →

Calendar of events

Two threads, one timeline: the build diary follows the house from the ground up, and each gathering is filmed and joins it here.

Foundation
- Lyngen Grove build diary
  Foundation: the sculptural form starts underground
  [Colby: two sentences on what this episode shows.]
  October 2026
  Filming
- Behind the Build · Realtors, architects and design professionals
  First gathering: From Plans to Structure
  Understanding the custom home process, site considerations, foundations, framing, and what distinguishes thoughtful construction before the finishes go in.
  October 28, 2026 · Realtors 10-11:30am, coffee and light bites · Architects and design professionals 4-5:30pm, wine and light bites
  Upcoming
Mechanical
- Behind the Build · Realtors, architects and design professionals
  Second gathering: What's Behind the Walls
  Mechanical systems, insulation, air sealing, moisture management, ventilation, and the building-science decisions that influence comfort, efficiency, and long-term durability.
  Mid-November 2026 (exact date TBD)
  Upcoming
Finish
- Behind the Build · Realtors, architects and design professionals
  Third gathering: From Construction Site to Finished Home
  A completed-home tour and discussion of finish quality, project execution, homeowner experience, and how construction decisions translate into the finished product.
  Early March 2027 (exact date TBD)
  Upcoming

Behind the Build

Join a gathering

Foundation: the sculptural form starts underground

First gathering: From Plans to Structure

Second gathering: What's Behind the Walls

Third gathering: From Construction Site to Finished Home

Let’s build something thoughtful