Linden, Brown Architecture

Linden, Brown Architecture is a collective of designers and makers based in Portland, Oregon. Drawn to the Pacific Northwest’s staggering landscapes and vibrant communities, we see the rich qualities of the natural environment as inspiration for built, architectural spaces. The places we build benefit from the legacy of design and craftsmanship of this place, whether in its historic culture of materiality or in the contemporary entrepreneurial culture of making. Our work is responsive and resourceful, using an economy of means towards a maximum of meaning. We form lasting relationships with clients, builders, artists, and craftspeople, creating timeless places of shared experience. Our studio is a place of exploration, curiosity and wonder, finding the beauty and possibilities in every design. L,BA was founded in 2018 by Chris Brown and Brent Linden, bringing together more than 35 years of collective effort towards architecture of the highest aspirations. Before forming L,BA, Chris and Brent designed and led an array of award-winning and culturally significant public projects at internationally acclaimed practices, including the Clyfford Still Museum in Denver Colorado, the US Embassy in Maputo, Mozambique, the National Veterans Memorial and Museum in Columbus, Ohio, and the Benton County Historical Society—Corvallis Museum in Corvallis, Oregon.