With sweeping views of the Willamette river and Mt. Hood, this Atwater Place condo was designed with a balance of minimalism and livability in mind. A complete kitchen remodel brought a dark interior kitchen to the light and a full furnishings package welcomed Los Angeles transplants home to their new modern and bright residence. Our clients, a retired camera operator for both feature films and television and a producer/production manager on numerous television series including Weeds and The Middle, relocated from their traditionally-styled LA bungalow to Portland in the Summer of 2014. The couple sought a design departure from their long-term California residence and a fresh start for their new life in the South Waterfront. With only two pieces of sentimental furniture and a handful of artwork included in the plan, we set out to create a comfortable and clean-lined furnishings package complimenting the broad southeast views. Organically shaped upholstery pieces juxtaposed with angular steel and wood tables create a soft balance in the open floor plan. Several custom pieces, including a dining table designed by our studio and a custom hand-blown glass chandelier crafted by Scott Schiesel with Lightlite compliment timeless pieces from Knoll, Herman Miller, and B&B Italia. The kitchen is designed to reflect light and create brilliance in a space that is otherwise naturally dark. A material balance of stainless steel, back painted glass, quartz composite, lacquer, and mirror all play their part in creating a vibrant cooking environment. We collectively decided to forgo the traditional island pendant for a linear commercial fixture that provides tremendous light to the prep surface and creates an unexpected architectural element. The mirrored prep island creates the illusion of open space while concealing casework and wine storage on the working side of the kitchen. It is worth noting that this project was designed and installed almost entirely while our clients were still living in LA and wrapping up professional obligations and selling their home. This afforded us the tremendous opportunity to send our clients to showrooms not available in Portland to view key pieces before final specification. Textiles and finish samples were approved via mail and communication took place over e-mail, telephone, and an occasional office visit. This unique process lead to a successful result and a beautifully balanced living environment. Josh Partee Photography

Michael Hunter Photography
Large transitional guest medium tone wood floor and brown floor bedroom photo in Dallas with white walls

2017 NAHB Best in American Living Awards Gold Award for Student Housing 2016 American Institute of Building Design ARDA American Residential Design Awards GRAND ARDA for Multi-Family of the Year

2017 NAHB Best in American Living Awards Gold Award for Student Housing 2016 American Institute of Building Design ARDA American Residential Design Awards GRAND ARDA for Multi-Family of the Year

2017 NAHB Best in American Living Awards Gold Award for Student Housing 2016 American Institute of Building Design ARDA American Residential Design Awards GRAND ARDA for Multi-Family of the Year

Student Housing Community in Duplexes linked together for Fraternities and Sororities International Design Awards Honorable Mention for Professional Design 2018 American Institute of Building Design Best in Show 2018 American Institute of Building Design Grand ARDA American Residential Design Award for Multi-Family of the Year 2018 American Institute of Building Design Grand ARDA American Residential Design Award for Design Details 2018 NAHB Best in American Living Awards Gold Award for Detail of the Year 2018 NAHB Best in American Living Awards Gold Award for Student Housing 2019 Student Housing Business National Innovator Award for Best Student Housing Design over 400 Beds AIA Chapter Housing Citation

Inspiration for a timeless bedroom remodel in Detroit

2017 NAHB Best in American Living Awards Gold Award for Student Housing 2016 American Institute of Building Design ARDA American Residential Design Awards GRAND ARDA for Multi-Family of the Year

2017 NAHB Best in American Living Awards Gold Award for Student Housing 2016 American Institute of Building Design ARDA American Residential Design Awards GRAND ARDA for Multi-Family of the Year

Twin bed with study desk. Murphy beds are real beds with real bed comfort. We offer a large selction of designs, sizes and endless options for finishes and colors.

The owner of this apartment is a graduate student in the field of literature. She had a large book collection for which I mounted a custom shelving system. The headboard is also custom-made and I stained the wood to match that of the bookshelves for a feeling of unity. This bedroom features a large window (not pictured) that lets in a flood of light, allowing the edgy black paint to feel relaxed instead of oppressive. Board and batten on the lower portion of the wall was also a custom job to make the built-in ledges seem more intentional as opposed to an accidental result of the strange in-law floor plan.

Builder: John Kraemer & Sons | Architect: TEA2 Architects | Interior Design: Marcia Morine | Photography: Landmark Photography
Inspiration for a huge rustic guest medium tone wood floor bedroom remodel in Minneapolis with brown walls

Photos by Alan Blakely
Transitional dark wood floor entry hall photo in Houston with white walls

Example of an exterior home design in Other

Photography by JC Buck This mural was designed and painted by our 14 year old daughter who is an art student at Denver School of the Arts.
Kids' room - 1960s girl dark wood floor kids' room idea in Denver with multicolored walls

Staircase - 1950s floating open and cable railing staircase idea in Orange County

Dining room - eclectic dining room idea in New York

Photo: Sarah Terranova © 2017 Houzz
Inspiration for an eclectic living room remodel in Kansas City

Blending ancient art and modern technology, students utilized an advanced laser cutter to transfer a Mandala design onto the tongue and groove siding.