A tiny closed-off kitchen sparked the inspiration for a mid-century ranch transformation. Located in Portland’s Hayhurst neighborhood, this empty nester couple loved their home but coveted an entertainer’s kitchen. In particular, they wanted an open kitchen and dining area where they could do some serious cooking and entertaining. Small spaces spark big ideas, so while… Continue reading Hayhurst Mid-Century
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Manzanita Beach House
Located six houses from the beach, this 1970s Manzanita beach house had enviable mid-century details but needed significant work to become a modern retreat. The homeowners wanted a complete remodel that updated the materials while maintaining the home’s warm, beachy mid-century character. The design embraces the relaxed spirit of coastal living while bringing more light,… Continue reading Manzanita Beach House
Little Prescott House
The humble beginning of this home was an early 1900s one-room cabin. Six additions over the next 100 years made it a hot architectural mess. Further, four mature, 100-year old fir trees in the backyard required preservation and therefore prevented any new construction at the rear of the home. The illogical puzzle needed reworking to… Continue reading Little Prescott House
Hillsdale Deck
There is something satisfying about having a beautiful backyard for relaxing and entertaining. This Hillsdale client wanted the satisfaction of a backyard oasis. However, they needed a way to transform an unusable, steeply sloped yard with giant trees and minimal access points into an enticing retreat. A multilevel deck provided the perfect solution. First, the… Continue reading Hillsdale Deck
Family Porch
This charming Portland home offers the best of city and country living—a short walk to downtown, a backyard that backs up to a forest and front porch views of the river and mountains. However, a tiny shed of a garage disjointed from the home posed a few safety concerns. A new garage with a rooftop… Continue reading Family Porch
Modern Farmhouse
Sometimes the essence of a home loses itself in a cycle of additions. Families try to make a house better suit their lifestyle by tacking on more space. This 1930s house had a series of additions, decade after decade—50s, 60s, 80s, 90s—the floor plan was a disaster. It needed a full modern farmhouse remodel. This… Continue reading Modern Farmhouse
Sylvan Basement
There is always room for improvement in a basement. While some people use this added square footage for storage, a party room, or miscellaneous activities, this 1950s daylight ranch presented the opportunity for full living quarters. The client embraced that potential with a basement renovation. For this project, we set out to create a distinct… Continue reading Sylvan Basement
Patton Modern
Located in Portland’s Bridlemile neighborhood, this mid-century modern gem needed thoughtful updates—contemporary touches to better suit family life while elevating the overall aesthetic. The homeowners wanted a mid-century modern remodel that preserved the character of the existing home, but a growing family and a desire for more generous gathering spaces ultimately called for a full… Continue reading Patton Modern
