Jesse Thompson Principal

Jesse Thompson received his B.Arch from the University of Oregon in 1996. He is a Registered Architect (NCARB), a member of the AIA (The American Institute of Architects) and a LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Accredited Professional. He is also Co-Chair of the PSA (Portland Society of Architects) Advocacy Committee, a community design advocacy group in Portland, Maine. He has practiced all phases of architecture and design while working at firms in Maine, Massachusetts and Vermont.  Jesse grew up in the Northeast Kingdom of Vermont, and lives in the Deering neighborhood of Portland with his family.

Jesse’s portfolio straddles the residential and commercial worlds, and has a deep knowledge of modern construction types and project planning. These projects have included designing intimate residential additions to managing a $40,000,000 mid-rise luxury condominium project.

Jesse is Kaplan Thompson's director of technical and digital practices, maintaining our leadership in energy efficient construction techniques, software adoption and digital construction management.

Recently he has served as co-designer for Habitat for Humanity Portland's first LEED certified low-energy home.

Jesse also holds the office record for the coldest day commuting on a bike to work.

Jesse is a LEED accredited professional, who has focused for a number of years on crafting buildings that bring beauty to people’s lives, while living lightly on the earth. Our mission at Kaplan Thompson Architects is to help create a bright green future for all of us.