A home should give more than it takes.
Two 600-square-foot homes in Portland, Oregon exploring healthier, more sustainable living.
Good design can do more.
Healthier to live in.
Natural, non-toxic materials and thoughtful design create a home that supports your well-being.
Keets is a place, a project, and a growing conversation about healthier, more sustainable homes. We believe homes should support the well-being of the people who live in them and the planet we all share.
Lighter on the planet.
Low-carbon, locally sourced and durable materials help reduce environmental impact from the ground up.
Built to last.
High-performance construction, passive design, and quality materials create homes that are comfortable and enduring.
Meet the Keets.
Two homes.
A bigger conversation.
The Catlin Keets are a pair of 600-square-foot homes in Portland, Oregon that demonstrate what’s possible when residential architecture puts human health, environmental responsibility, and design quality first.
Don’t just learn about it.
Come live in it.
Stay for a week, a month, or longer — and experience what a healthier, more thoughtful home feels like from the inside.
Get to know our partners and the materials we chose. And why.
From wood fiber insulation to natural plaster, every material was chosen for its impact on your health, our environment, and the longevity of the home.
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Smart Warehouse Retrofit
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Municipal Water Monitoring
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Renewable Microgrid Design
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Retail Demand Forecasting
Keets is both a place and a proof of concept. We work with homeowners, builders, designers, and partners interested in creating healthier, lower-impact places to live.