Salvaged in Style
Allisen Larsen shares details about what inspires her and how living in Oregon influences her design choices.
Splashes of Color
What do you notice when you meet someone for the first time? Some pay attention to a person’s sense of style — things like clothes, shoes or hair. Others notice physical attributes like a dazzling smile or shimmering eyes. And some even recognize personality traits like kindness or confidence. But interior designer Angela Todd is a little different — she envisions a person’s color palette.
A Kitchen Built for Entertaining
The kitchen is the hub of a home. It’s where our mornings begin and our workdays end. It’s where we cook, eat and spend time with our families over dinner. But a kitchen is much more than just a place to prepare a meal; it’s the social pulse of a household.
Little Kitchen, Lots of Charm
Donna knew she needed more storage, more electric plugs and more light. But she also wanted the kitchen to feel like it belonged.
As Time Goes By
A decade after an architecturally sensitive renovation, this classic cottage still retains its charm.
Creating Irresistible Outdoor Spaces
Micah Dennis shares his secrets for getting a luxury space outside.
Luxury vs. Sustainability
Andrew Burton knows a thing or two about building smarter homes. He started his first company when he was just 19 and founded design-build firm Creekside Homes in 2003. Since then, he and his team have built some truly incredible custom homes in the greater Portland area.
A Vision Fulfilled
An architect’s stunning design blurs indoor and outdoor space, but poses many challenges for the artful builder.
Hot Tub Hideaway
This luxurious hot tub enclosure offers a retreat from the elements in inclement weather while taking its design cue from Oregon’s lush outdoors.
Twin Kitchens
This scenario might as well be the plot for a kitchen-themed Hollywood comedy: Twin sisters Jackie and Kathie have the same design-build firm remodel their kitchens, but — as much as they like to emphasize their individuality — they each make many of the same design choices in the process.
