Licensing: State of Oregon, State of Washington, No.
Education: Oregon State University, Montana State University, Northwest Christian College, University of Oregon, Degree: Bachelor of University of Oregon August
Technical Advisor/Member, Molalla Multi-Purpose Development Committee, 1991.
Member and Chairman, Appeals Board, City of Salem Building Code Review Committee; 1994-1998.
Member, National Board of Directors, Housing Corporation of Kappa Delta Rho; 1995-Current.
Vice-President & President, Capitol (Salem) Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute, 1996-2000.
President, Woodburn Rotary Club, 2000-2001.
Board Member, Willamette Valley Chapter, American Red Cross; 2005-Current.
Most Valuable Player, Chicago White Sox Fantasy Baseball Camp, 2001, 2009 and 2011.
Manager, Oregon Tigers, Willamette Valley MSBL; 2002-Current.
Member, Citizens Committee, Marion County Courthouse Square Solutions Task Force; 2010-2011.
MARTY MATISKAINEN is a project Architect with over 30 years of experience in the profession. Marty has been with RSS ARCHITECTURE, P.C. since 1999. Marty’s most recent project is the 50,000 square foot, two story, Class A, professional office building slated to be constructed in Woodburn during 2008 - 2009. In addition, Mr. Matiskainen has worked on firm commissions such as the Lincoln County Justice Center programming and preliminary design, Yamhill County Jail Miscellaneous Additions and Remodeling, Molalla Communications Company Headquarters Building and Site Master Plan, and Marion County Work Release Center Renovations project. Marty is a graduate of Montana State University with a Bachelors of Architecture degree; he is licensed and registered as an Architect in Oregon and Montana.
MELANIE RYAN is a Project Manager with 11 years experience in the profession. She has been with RSS ARCHITECTURE, P.C. since 1997. Melanie's most recent projects include the Yamhill County Juvenile Detention Facility Expansion and Remodel, Yamhill County Sheriff Department Remodel, Lincoln County Jail Evidence Room Remodel, Oregon Youth Authority Norblad Hall remodeling (three different projects), and Tillamook County Courthouse Circuit Courtrooms Miscellaneous Remodeling project. Melanie has worked on multiple firm commissions for the Oregon Youth Authority, Yamhill, Tillamook, and Lincoln Counties. Melanie is a graduate of Linn-Benton Community College with an Associates degree in Computer Drafting Technology.
Mr. Saunders will act as Architect throughout a project, from schematic design through construction. Other staff required will be under the supervision of Mr. Saunders and brought to the attention of all individuals involved in the project.
RSS ARCHITECTURE, P.C. consults as necessary with mechanical, electrical, structural, civil, and acoustical engineers. We also can utilize a landscape architect. We have several firms throughout the Willamette Valley commonly considered for consulting. Final consultation selection and use is contingent upon input from the Client and our opinion as to need.
The modern transportation and communication methods of today allow RSS ARCHITECTURE, P.C. to serve a wide geographic area. When considering offering services to a potential Client, Mr. Saunders takes into account the location of the work. If possible, and with approval of the Client, RSS ARCHITECTURE, P.C. is flexible enough and mobile enough to work on site, no matter where the job is. Once committed to a project, Mr. Saunders will meet the Client’s schedule (within reason, of course), be on location consistently, and spend as much time as possible at the project site to provide complete and quality service!
RSS ARCHITECTURE, P.C., carries a $2,000,000 limit Errors and Omissions insurance policy with St. Paul Fire and Marine Insurance Company. We also maintain a General Business Liability insurance policy with State Farm Insurance Company including automobile liability in the amount of $1,000,000 and can provide certificates of insurance indicating such.
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