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.
Tips for Building an Audubon Certified Backyard Habitat
The Audubon Society Backyard Habitat Program covers over 200 acres of backyards in Portland and has distributed over 15,000 native plants this year.
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.
5 Ways Swim Spas Can Transform Your Health
What if you could exercise right outside your door, surrounded by the trees in your yard, all while enjoying the therapeutic benefits of water? Swim spas offer such an option, and at only four feet deep and between 12-19 feet in length, they are a compact, versatile choice for adults and children alike who want to stay active and unwind right at home.
Transforming an Energy Eater Into an Energy Gem
When it comes to energy efficiency, it’s the attention to detail that separates the pale green from the emerald green projects. Marc Hoffman was looking for an emerald green solution. That’s why he wanted Ed Hesse and his firm, Mac-Bo, on the project when he went in search of his dream home.
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.
