--- title: "Arciform — Design-Build Firms | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/arciform-pfvwus-pf~92542941 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~92542941.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: Arciform category: ["Design-Build Firms"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/e3332156012686ff_7160-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "2303 N. Randolph, Portland, Oregon 97227, United States" latitude: 45.5496 longitude: -122.6743 phone: "(503) 493-7344" website: http://www.arciform.com rating: 5 review_count: 20 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 466 last_updated: 2026-11-06 --- # Arciform Original Houzz profile: [Arciform](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/arciform-pfvwus-pf~92542941) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Design-Build Firms - **Location:** Portland, OR - **Serves:** Portland, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Bethany, Happy Valley, Milwaukie, Lents, Cedar Mill, Oak Grove, Oatfield, Cedar Hills, West Haven-Sylvan, Garden Home-Whitford, West Slope, Sunnyside, Clackamas, Raleigh Hills, King City, Maywood Park, Vancouver - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (20 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2014–2026), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 100,000 Ideabook Saves About Us Since 1997, Arciform has specialized in the thoughtful restoration & remodeling of Portland's historic & vintage homes. As a full-service design-build firm, we guide homeowners through their renovation with a collaborative approach that ensures deep understanding, clear communication, & excellence in execution. We believe in preserving architectural heritage while weaving in the unique stories of our clients. Your vision & goals guide every decision, making the design & build process creative, rewarding, & distinctly personal. Our integrated team works together from initial concept through completion, ensuring a seamless experience that honors your home's architectural integrity & your needs. Historic Restoration Expertise Portland's architectural heritage deserves specialized care. We understand period-appropriate materials, construction techniques, and design details that make historic homes unique. Whether you're updating a landmark building or a family home, we balance preservation with modern functionality. Custom Millwork & Woodshop Our on-site woodshop sets us apart. Our skilled carpenters recreate historically accurate windows & doors, restore original architectural elements, & build bespoke cabinetry tailored to your space. Full-Service Design-Build Our services include architectural design, coordination, permitting, construction management, finish carpentry, & project completion. Why Choose Arciform •Established 1997 with deep Portland roots •Specialized historic restoration expertise •Collaborative design-build approach •Custom millwork & restoration services •Sustainable & locally-focused sourcing •Relationships built on trust and communication •Projects that stand the test of time The Owners Anne & Richard De Wolf bring visionary leadership & unwavering commitment to every project. Under their guidance, Arciform has become Portland's go-to firm for homeowners who value architectural integrity & exceptional craftsmanship. ### Services Provided - Home Remodeling - Kitchen Remodeling - Home Additions - Bathroom Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Home Extensions - Bathroom Design - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Basement Remodeling - Deck Building - Outdoor Kitchen Construction - House Plans - Home Restoration - 3D Rendering - Garage Building - Floor Plans - Basement Design - Universal Design - Custom Home Bars - Sustainable Design - Porch Design & Construction - Attic Conversion - Space Planning - Historic Building Conservation - Mudroom Design - Drafting - Accessory Dwelling Units - Attic Remodeling - Construction Drawings - Custom Cabinets - Window Installation ### Areas Served - Portland - Beaverton - Tigard - Lake Oswego - Bethany - Happy Valley - Milwaukie - Lents - Cedar Mill - Oak Grove - Oatfield - Cedar Hills - West Haven-Sylvan - Garden Home-Whitford - West Slope - Sunnyside - Clackamas - Raleigh Hills - King City - Maywood Park - Vancouver ### Typical Job Cost $60,000 - 500,000 ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Arciform | | Address | 2303 N. Randolph, Portland, Oregon 97227, United States | | Phone | (503) 493-7344 | | Website | http://www.arciform.com | | License Number | 119917 | | Followers on Houzz | 466 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/pages/Arciform/235915291139?ref=hl - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/ArciformDesign - LinkedIn — https://www.linkedin.com/company/arciform/?viewAsMember=true - Blog — https://www.arciform.com/ ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Arciform](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/arciform-pfvwus-pf~92542941) - **Website:** http://www.arciform.com - **Phone:** (503) 493-7344 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Houzz 2015 (design & service), Best of Houzz 2014 (service), Portland Business Journal Top 10 Residential Remodelers 2013, Oregon Business Magazine Top 100 Green Companies - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2014–2026), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [Home Building Association of Greater Portland](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/home-building-association-of-greater-portland-pfvwus-pf~1325785412) - [NAHB Remodelers](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/professionals/schools-and-organizations/nahb-remodelers-pfvwus-pf~597469654) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 20 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 5.0 - Communication: 5.0 - Value: 4.5 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Greg Harris, July 2026** > Arciform deivered extraordinary service repairing a leak in our 100-plus year-old plumbing without damaging the original lathe and plaster in our historic home. They are skilled, ingenious, and respectful of classic architecture. Besides that, their staff are good company too. **★★★★★ — Philip Rowe, March 2026** > We now live with an amazing remodel of our main living area in our home and really can't thank the crew at Arciform enough. > > The whole process from initial design, planning, demo, construction, and managing our project - it was always handled with care, professionally, respectfully and the results exceeded our expectations. > > If you are looking for a contractor I would recommend that you reach out and give them a call. **Comment from Arciform:** > Thank you so much for your incredibly kind words. It truly means a lot to our entire team to hear that you’re enjoying your newly remodeled space. Transforming your main living area into something that feels open, functional, and filled with light was a rewarding process for us as well. > > We’re especially grateful for your trust throughout each phase—from design through construction—and for recognizing the care our crew puts into their work every day. It was a pleasure working with you, and we hope you enjoy your home for many years to come. Richard (Owner) **★★★★★ — Liz Duffett, March 2026** > We asked Arciform to create a garage to match our 100 year old Craftsman house. Requirements included a retaining wall, coordination with landscapers, and neighbor diplomacy. > The result is perfect. Everything was on time and under budget, and we deeply appreciated the team's meticulous attention to detail and quality, and their taking initiative when needed. Collaboration between design and construction was great. We had weekly progress updates. > Our garage looks charmingly historic, but functions with up to the minute efficiency. > Having design driven expert construction is super. In our opinion, Arciform is the best! **★★★★★ — JC Minton, Nov. 2025** > Arciform crafted 3 custom windows and 1 custom dutch door for me. They're great to work with, make extremely high quality products and deliver on time. The final product was beautiful! More importantly, they helped me navigate a problem I discovered after bringing the door on-site. It was completely my fault, but they helped me troubleshoot a solution and were able to fix the issue within a week thus keeping the project on time. Arciform is a great business to work with, I highly recommend considering working with them. **Comment from Arciform:** > Thank you so much for the 5 star review JC! We truly enjoyed making the custom windows and doors for your cool cabin in the woods and are glad you are happy with the results! Richard (co-owner) **★★★★★ — Alexandra Boyd, Nov. 2025** > We would wholeheartedly recommend Arciform for all your remodeling needs! Everyone we worked with, from our first meeting to final walkthrough, was professional, kind, and talented. We especially loved working with Jamie and Taylor, who were on site for 5 months - their humor, patience and attention to detail made living through a remodel bearable, and I think we even had a little fun along the way! We love our new bathroom, new entryway, and updated kitchen! **Comment from Arciform:** > Thank you Alex! Those are such kind words about our team and we are glad you had a great experience working with us on your vintage home. It's wonderful to be surrounded by talented designers, project managers, carpenters and the admin team making it work behind the scenes. Best of all, working with people like you that appreciates good design and wonderful details. Thank you, Richard. (owner) **★★★★★ — Marisa, March 2025** > We worked with Arciform on a new design for our kitchen and they were amazing. The design was incredible. They did a great job of talking us through all of the options, what we needed to consider, and did an excellent job of helping us understand enough to make the best decision for ourselves. They were never pushy, were super responsive, and stand behind their work. We'll be using them for all of our future projects. **★★★★★ — Richard Walterscheid, Aug. 2022** > About 2 ½ years ago we undertook an ambitious renovation and upgrade of our large, recently purchased vintage house. Arciform showed that they saw the possibilities for improving its livability and appeal. One strangely large upstairs room was transformed into a well-balanced area with a bedroom, bathroom and a craft and lounging area. A nondescript carpeted space was made into to an attractive office with a hardwood floor and a wall-length integrated unit with bookshelves, drawers, and cabinets. Every room in the house was improved in some way: A large area of rough slate flooring was replaced with ceramic tiles, additional closet space was added, more shelves and cabinets were installed, kitchen components were replaced, electrical and light fixtures were updated and added. The house was painted or stained throughout. All of this is by way of saying that it was a big project that required planning, coordination and oversight. Creative and workable plans were drawn. The project manager’s advice and project guidance reflected excellent taste and judgment. The onsite lead was exceedingly clever in creating solutions. The crew was friendly and considerate. The workmanship was exceptional. Choosing Arciform gave us a house that we are pleased and proud to own. **★★★★★ — G. Rose New, Dec. 2019** > This is an amazing design/build company. Anne and Richard have created something very special, highly ethical with the highest standards of service. Everyone we worked with was highly skilled, professional, friendly and willing to do whatever it took for us to get the kitchen we wanted. Our design team helped us find the best layout for our small space; choose everything from appliances to tile, and saved us money by suggesting companies that had better quality for less. The project manager, Adam, coordinated everything and kept us informed, in detail, of what expect every week. The construction people and our painter are so skillful, helpful and nice to have around. There are so many small details I could describe but this review would be a book. I can't recommend this company more highly. I miss working with them. **Comment from Arciform:** > Thank you, Gretchen. It was a joy to work with you, and to know how much you love and use your "new" kitchen! We miss working with you, too. **★★★★★ — Nell Bonaparte, June 2019** > We had a wonderful experience hiring the Arciform team to redesign and totally renovate our kitchen. The design was sensitive to the historic feel of our 80 year old home and yet totally enhances the enjoyment of our home and kitchen. All their work is first quality and thoughtfully executed. We whole-heartedly recommend them. We felt the team was almost part of the family by the end of the project. Very respectful of our schedules and needs. Totally dependable and trustworthy. **Comment from Arciform:** > Thank you, Nell! It was such a pleasure working with you, and rewarding to remodel your kitchen to be beautiful and practical - a special space you can share with your loved ones! **★★★★★ — Matt Koehler, March 2019** > We used Arciform to remodel our 1911 Colonial in NE Portland. The scope included a 12’ addition off the back of the house, a new kitchen and breezeway, new master bath, and reconfiguration of the other bathrooms. Anne and team did a phenomenal job of designing the space, and Adam, Jamie, and the construction crew translated her vision into reality. I really appreciated the Arciform process of selecting all the details during the design process; it made construction go much more smoothly. Arciform is known for their attention to detail, and they did not disappoint. From the custom windows with rope & pulley hardware to the matching the leaded glass in the kitchen to the existing style, everything looks like it has always been here (albeit locked in a time capsule). If you’re looking for someone to create a space that seamlessly integrates with the rest of your house - especially an older historic home - I could not recommend Arciform highly enough. **★★★★★ — Lynne Strasfeld, Aug. 2017** > We have used Arciform for the remodel of our 1909 home in Portland Heights. Our project involved most of the house, in 3 phases over the course of a few years. We are absolutely thrilled with the end result. Arciform is a highly professional team, from start to finish. Anne has a great sense of design – she guided us in the right direction on all the important decisions. Our project manager, Adam, did a tremendous job in organizing the work and communicating with us. Jamie Whittaker, the lead carpenter for each of our projects, is a true artisan and a patient perfectionist. Most of all, the Arciform team clearly aims to please & stands behind their work 100%. > In the end, we have no regrets, no “buyers remorse” and thoroughly enjoyed working with the Arciform team through each phase. If we had more to renovate, we’d definitely work Arciform again. > Thank you, Arciform! **Comment from Arciform:** > Lynne, our whole team enjoyed working with you and your family on your wonderful home. Thank you for choosing us for your remodeling projects! **★★★★★ — jshark, June 2014** > Working with Arciform was one of the most creative, technical and seamless experiences I have had in the space of home renovation and design. They are the perfect balance of art and science, partnering on your ideas but coming in on budget and time. Their team is all world in terms of craft, restoration and finishing and rival any team in the country on taste and capability. They work fast, they work clean and they are always available to solve small or large home needs. They specialize in historic preservation and restoration and have a large social consciousness. If you have the chance and the opportunity to work with them it's a gift. The work they did for us they stood by hind and continue to stand behind even though we sold the house (for much more than purchase price due to their added value and craft). Anne and Richard are all world. **Comment from Arciform:** > Thank you so much for the kind and glowing recommendation! We are deeply committed to honoring the resources of our community and we deeply appreciate working with clients like you who really value that as well. Thanks! ## Selected projects - [Caron & Brian's Mid-Century Kitchen, Dining & Living Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/caron-and-brian-s-mid-century-kitchen-dining-and-living-room-pj-vj~175652) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 19 - Description: Designed by client Brian Carleton with assistance from Arciform, construction by Arciform. Photos by Thomas Teal Photography. This 1951 Midcentury Modern ranch saw a kitchen, cabinetry, living room, fireplace & dining room remodel. New Arciform cabinets are apple ply with melamine and Caesarstone countertops. Some open shelving with exposed apple ply edges. The custom island has cubbies and a prep sink. At the new nook, there's a custom nook bench with built in bookshelves and inlaid metal and c… - [Catherine & Doug's 1962 Mid-Century Modern](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/catherine-and-doug-s-1962-mid-century-modern-pj-vj~7819937) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: This mid century modern main bathroom worked with the home's original fir doors and millwork, using warm tones, bright whites, and pops of color to create a serene space that is anything but boring! - [Marissa & Jason's 1960 Ranch](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marissa-and-jason-s-1960-ranch-pj-vj~7730614) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - [Anna & Merrit's 1914 Neoclassical Mansion](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/anna-and-merrit-s-1914-neoclassical-mansion-pj-vj~7730590) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 18 - [Pam & Chris' 1913 Colonial Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pam-and-chris-1913-colonial-revival-pj-vj~7593195) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 32 - Description: This stunning 1913 Colonial Revival Mansion was restored and remodeled from top to bottom. Our goal was to maintain the architectural history of the home while infusing our client's more modern aesthetic into each space. The combination of the two styles leaves you with a home that transcends into an echelon of its own. - [Cameron & Stephen's 1914 Transitional](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/cameron-and-stephen-s-1914-transitional-pj-vj~7468049) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 5 - Description: This space was once home to a dark kitchen with challenging flow, chopped up by a long peninsula. Now it's an open and airy space, perfect for entertaining and raising little ones. The carefully-selected marble and light yet warm tones combine to create a space that feels utterly heavenly. - [Michelle & Brent's 1921 Dutch Colonial](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/michelle-and-brent-s-1921-dutch-colonial-pj-vj~7266513) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: Without changing any wall locations, this Dutch Colonial's first floor was transformed into a drastically more functional and stylish space for this family. The WC was converted into a full bathroom, acting as a guest bath for the parlor, which moonlights as a guest room, featuring a pull down Murphy bed. - [Elizabeth & Aaron's 1918 Colonial Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elizabeth-and-aaron-s-1918-colonial-revival-pj-vj~7468003) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 4 - Description: Where there was once a crumbling garage now sits a sturdy two car garage, connected to the main house by a covered breezeway. A new mudroom and outdoor patio transformed the back of this home into an organized new entry and entertaining space, complete with infrared heaters and a gas fire pit. - [Allison & Nico's 1911 Craftsman Foursquare](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/allison-and-nico-s-1911-craftsman-foursquare-pj-vj~7173021) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 16 - Description: Whole house remodel of a 1911 Craftsman Foursquare home in Portland's historic Irvington neighborhood. - [Josh & Gemma's 1914 Carriage House](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/josh-and-gemma-s-1914-carriage-house-pj-vj~7366559) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 14 - Description: A kitchen, dining room and breakfast room became one large space, allowing light and circulation to flow through the space and creating a perfect oasis for entertaining. - [The Isam White House - 1904 Colonial Revival](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-isam-white-house-1904-colonial-revival-pj-vj~6933706) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 11 - [The Jacob H. Cook House (Walter), 1893](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-jacob-h-cook-house-walter-1893-pj-vj~6946113) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 8 - Description: ARCIFORM collaborated with the homeowner of the Jacob H. Cook House, also known as The Christmas House (owing to the previous owner’s extensive Christmas decorations), and most recently as Walter, to repair and preserve as much of the original character and integrity as possible. The aim was to turn this once single-family home into an Airbnb and event space for the community. - [Travis & Ben's 1932 Tudor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/travis-and-ben-s-1932-tudor-pj-vj~7010568) - Location: Corbett, OR - Photos: 13 - Description: The homeowners of this stunning 1932 Tudor requested the spaces to be moody, masculine, and polished, helping to inform designer Anne De Wolf’s material palette, consisting of warm walnut, polished chrome, aged brass, and reeded glass. The main suite functions as the perfect sanctuary for the clients to unwind from their travels, complete with custom closet shelving , designed with suitcase storage in mind. The basement lounge boasts a custom bar while the adjacent guest suite doubles as a home… - [Andrea & Josh's 1919 SW Portland Colonial](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/andrea-and-josh-s-1919-sw-portland-colonial-pj-vj~6932276) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 8 - Description: This whole house remodel has 4 phases: 1st phase: attic including two new dormers, new roof deck, bathroom remodel, new study, guest bedroom remodel and extensive woodwork and finish repair 2nd phase: Garage, living room and dining room windows - beautification 3rd future phase: kitchen with addition, paint exterior and clean up exterior wiring, family room with new wet bar and opened stairwell with new balustrade. 4th phase (future): main bath and closet. - [Tracy & Leo's 1910 Foursquare](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tracy-and-leo-s-1910-foursquare-pj-vj~7266470) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 6 - Description: This kitchen's traditional details mixed with a fun tile color, make this kitchen a perfect update to this 1910 Foursquare home. A small WC refresh rounds out this space as the perfect kitchen for entertaining. - [Nikki & David's Inviting Prairie Style Home](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nikki-and-david-s-inviting-prairie-style-home-pj-vj~3448196) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 19 - [Linda & Joe's 1929 Tudor](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/linda-and-joe-s-1929-tudor-pj-vj~3131598) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 14 - [Eloise & Matt's 1911 Colonial with Transitional Elements](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eloise-and-matt-s-1911-colonial-with-transitional-elements-pj-vj~5892347) - Location: Portland, OR - Photos: 11 - Description: ARCIFORM completed an addition and remodel of a 1911 Colonial home with Transitional elements the Irvington neighborhood. We went through the City of Portland’s Historic Review approval process, as we altered the back of the home with the addition. The clients are a family with deep local roots who wanted a more comfortable home as their family grew, and a gathering place for family celebrations. The overall intent was to provide better function and space while preserving the intrinsic character… - [Nell & Bob's 1942 Colonial Cottage](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/nell-and-bob-s-1942-colonial-cottage-pj-vj~7265246) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 9 - [Kerri's 1909 Cottage-Style Bungalow](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/kerri-s-1909-cottage-style-bungalow-pj-vj~6388904) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - Description: Arciform completed a phased remodel of a 1909 cottage-style bungalow in Sellwood over a period of ten years. Phase one comprised of a two-story addition with a family room, mudroom and primary suite. Phase two was the kitchen remodel. Phase three saw the renovation of the front porch and replacement of dormer windows and siding. Phase four included a nook and mudroom addition with a balcony, indoor and outdoor gas fireplaces and an outdoor living room with a gate and pergola. Last phase included… [See all 67 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/design-build-firms/arciform-pfvwus-pf~92542941) ## Ideabooks - [6 Great Kitchen Islands](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/8989498/list/6-great-kitchen-islands) — 4 ideas - [Mudroom Magic](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17390620/list/mudroom-magic) — 10 ideas - [Kitchens](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16587460/list/kitchens) — 5 ideas - [Bathroom](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16588063/list/bathroom) — 19 ideas - [WOODSTOCK WC](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/92804236/list/woodstock-wc) — 1 idea - [Fireplaces](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/16586981/list/fireplaces) — 2 ideas - [Outdoor Living](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11858875/list/outdoor-living) — 12 ideas - [Give Your House A Voice](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/11132602/list/give-your-house-a-voice) — 7 ideas [See all 8 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/arciform) ## Community Q&A **Q: where is the wallpaper from in powder bath?** *(in Photo Questions)* where is the wallpaper from in powder bath? A: @barbara Richardson, thanks for asking! This is Cole & Son's Savuti 109/1006 in Bright Multi on Dark Viridian, and it's so lush in person. **Q: Can someone identify this tile for me?** *(in Photo Questions)* Kitchen backsplash tile maker and color please! A: @Nancie Raffanti, thanks for your question. This is ceramic tile from Tile Bar - Lancaster 3x6 in color Open Seas with bullnose pieces as well. **Q: Can you tell me where to find the sconces?** *(in Photo Questions)* I love the sweet little sconces on either side of the mirror and would like to find them. Thank you! A: Hi, HU-62455758, These are Rejuvenation's Rose City 2 1/4" Fitter Single Sconce in Polished Nickel with a classic bell shade. Rose City Single Sconce **Q: Love the wallpaper! Where is it from?** *(in Photo Questions)* Is it prepasted? A: Ah, Bonnie Roth, we love this wallpaper, too! It's York's Sprig & Heron, and it comes unpasted and comes in two other colorways. **Q: What is the vanity brand, style, etc?** *(in Photo Questions)* can you please share the information on the cavity? A: @hollywjones, this is a premade vanity: Alya Norwalk 36" single vanity in blue with a Carrara marble top. We purchased it from Houzz, actually, but its no longer listed here. See link for one option. **Q: Bar Hanging Shelves** *(in Photo Questions)* Can you share a preferred vendor for ceiling-mounted metal/glass shelves? I love what you did in the bar! A: Valerie, yes, and thank you! These brass shelf brackets are the Monty 1" from Iron Abode on etsy.You can mount them on the ceiling or wall. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-11-06.*