--- title: "Mark Downing — General Contractors | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/mark-downing-pfvwus-pf~629235997 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~629235997.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Mark Downing" category: ["General Contractors"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e93389bf0c898daa_3114-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "5125 NE 19th Ave, Portland, Oregon 97211, United States" latitude: 45.5653 longitude: -122.6448 phone: "(503) 709-4049" website: http://www.atelierdowning.com rating: 5 review_count: 3 best_of_houzz_awards: 2 followers: 64 last_updated: 2026-08-21 --- # Mark Downing Original Houzz profile: [Mark Downing](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/mark-downing-pfvwus-pf~629235997) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** General Contractors - **Location:** Portland, OR - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (3 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2012–2015), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 1,000 Ideabook Saves I am a woodworking craftsman, designer, and general contractor. Most of the work in this portfolio was designed by me. ### Services Provided - Design - Specialty Woodworking ### Typical Job Cost $5,000 - 200,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Mark Downing | | Address | 5125 NE 19th Ave, Portland, Oregon 97211, United States | | Phone | (503) 709-4049 | | Website | http://www.atelierdowning.com | | License Number | 189604 | | Followers on Houzz | 64 | ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Mark Downing](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/mark-downing-pfvwus-pf~629235997) - **Website:** http://www.atelierdowning.com - **Phone:** (503) 709-4049 ## Credentials - **Best of Houzz:** 2 awards (2012–2015), for Service, Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 3 reviews** ### All 3 reviews **★★★★★ — lallbritton, Oct. 2014** > No better way to personalize a home then with a gorgeous set of front doors from Mark Downing. His doors and carvings are incredibly beautiful. These doors will be 8 feet tall. I can't wait to have them installed. **★★★★★ — Terry Bostwick Studio Furniture, Jan. 2014** > I am a furniture designer and maker who has known Mark Downing for roughly 30+ years. I have watched and greatly admired his beautiful design work and unique construction. My first encounter with him was in the late 70's when we were both working on some high end condominiums in the Sellwood Harbor area. I was most taken with his personal craftsmanship and attention to detail as a maker himself. Today I still look forward to each piece he carefully envisions and makes once again by hand in his studio. > > Terry Bostwick > West Linn, Or > http://www.terrybostwickstudio.com **★★★★★ — Samuel H. Williamson Associates, Sept. 2010** > Mark Downing is an incredibly talented craftsman. His skill, care, and attention to detail combine to produce beautiful results. Mark's deep knowledge of traditional building techniques (sadly rare in this day and age) and modern construction methods give him a great range for building truly livable works of art. In addition to his fine work, Mark's collaborative nature and friendly manner make him a pleasure to work with. We have been very happy with the way he has made our designs a reality, and we look forward to working with him again in the future. ## Selected projects - [Farm House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/farm-house-pj-vj~918703) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - [Entry Doors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/entry-doors-pj-vj~112312) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Contemporary Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-home-pj-vj~111713) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 7 - Description: A Contemporary Home - Scott Edwards Architecture - Woodwork and Custom DoorMark Downing - [Charming Airey Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/charming-airey-kitchen-pj-vj~112314) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 3 - [A Craftsman Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/a-craftsman-kitchen-pj-vj~115339) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 7 - Description: A lovely craftsman kitchen for a cottage - [Longreach](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/longreach-pj-vj~5614) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 6 - [Artist's Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artist-s-studio-pj-vj~5615) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 10 - [My Garden Studio](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/my-garden-studio-pj-vj~5736) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 4 - [Tuscan Garden Pavillion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tuscan-garden-pavillion-pj-vj~5737) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Front Entry Porch Design and Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/front-entry-porch-design-and-build-pj-vj~5803) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - [Kitchen Design and Build](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-design-and-build-pj-vj~5805) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 12 - [Trellises](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/trellises-pj-vj~5806) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [Kitchen Island](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kitchen-island-pj-vj~6110) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Neimi - Batke Interior Remodeling](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/neimi-batke-interior-remodeling-pj-vj~6111) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - Description: Karol Neimi and Denis Batke were the Designer / Architects redesigning their own home. I was the general contractor and woodworking craftsman who executed their plan. - [Bed and Breakfast](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/bed-and-breakfast-pj-vj~6251) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 2 - [Stairway and Railing](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stairway-and-railing-pj-vj~6533) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 [See all 16 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/general-contractors/mark-downing-pfvwus-pf~629235997) ## Ideabooks - [Seal Rock Residence](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/59065935/list/seal-rock-residence) — 16 ideas - [craftmark's ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/109026/list/craftmark-s-ideas) — 35 ideas - [Ariel Lodge](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/416603/list/ariel-lodge) — 2 ideas - [Rafael Davila](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/5536945/list/rafael-davila) — 1 idea [See all 4 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/craftmark) ## Community Q&A **Q: is underneath finished** *(in Photo Questions)* I'd like to know if you can see the tiles from underneath or if it is closed A: The roof tiles are attached to 1x4 slats that are spaced 4" apart so you do see the tiles between the slats **Q: love this design!** *(in Photo Questions)* What bolt assembly did you use at the peak? A: The bolts at the peak are standard hot dipped galvanized hex head bolts through hot dipped galvanized malleable iron washers also called bridge washers **Q: Where can we get this roof?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Try Ludowici Roofing , look for them online **Q: What are the demensions of the door and the cost** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Sorry for the delay in responding, I've been away on vacation. The door you show pictured is a custom design and custom built door. All doors are designed and built for your specific home and aesthetic. I would be delighted to talk with you more about design and construction of such a door for your home. Please contact me, my email address is craftmark@gmail.com **Q: Entry room help** *(in Design Dilemma)* The plant and rug are out now.. Just purchased this home.. What should we do cost effectively to make elegant and welcoming to the contemporary design.. Floor, wall color, stair rail ideas? A: Consider a new entry door system **Q: Front Door** *(in Photo Questions)* I love this door. Is it for sale. A: Hi Rebecca, Thank you for your compliment. Yes, I would be delighted to build this door for you. This is my own front door. It is made of Honduras Mahogany. It is in the style of Arts and Crafts Architect, Charles Renne Mackintosh. Have you seen the other doors I have designed and built? There are four very different ones in this whimsical Arts and Crafts Style. Please contact me directly so we can speak more specifically 503 709 4049, craftmark@gmail.com Thanks again Rebecca Mark --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-08-21.*