by Marisa | May 4, 2021 | Uncategorized
Unlike remodeling and redecorating, a home garden is consistently changing. Through seasonal changes and Portland’s unique climate, cultivating living landscape can be challenging. If you are interested in transforming your home exterior, Lilyvilla Gardens are...
by Marisa | Apr 23, 2021 | Uncategorized
We are excited to share that one of our favorite brokers is joining forces with the Modern Homes Team! Meet Maryam Tu, an incredible broker who shares our affinity for architecturally significant homes and can’t wait to help you find or sell yours. She has an...
by Marisa | Apr 15, 2021 | Uncategorized
Saul Zaik remains one of the most influential architects in Portland’s rich architectural history. Ever a modest man, Zaik described his work as merely “building boxes with a bunch of windows but experimenting with how you integrated indoor and outdoor spaces”. Zaik’s...
by Marisa | Mar 12, 2021 | Listing, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
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by Marisa | Feb 24, 2021 | Architectural Features
With offices in Portland, Seattle, Los Angeles, Washington DC, New York City, and Vancouver BC, chances are you’ve seen ZGF Architects work. Here are a few of our favorite projects. Starting with The Emery apartments (shown above), this project is a mixed-use...
by Marisa | Feb 16, 2021 | Builder Feature
Kenneth Birkemeier was one of the most resourceful builders in Portland. The majority of Birkemeier’s building career took place between the 1930s-1950s where he implemented a variation of building styles predominantly in the Alameda area. Kenneth Birkemeier was...
by Marisa | Jan 28, 2021 | Architectural Features
Joachim Carl Ernst Grube, also known as Joachim Grube, is a well-known architect recognized for his contributions to the built environment, not only in Oregon, but also around the world. Grube was born in Prinzenweg, Danzig, Germany on the 12th of October 1932....
by Marisa | Jan 19, 2021 | Architectural Features, Uncategorized
Peter Walker is a famous American landscape architect known for his contribution to the 9/11 Memorial & Museum, Hilton Munich Airport, Nasher Sculpture Center, and Museum Tower, among other structures. Walker was born on July 21, 1932, in Pasadena and was raised...
by Marisa | Jan 11, 2021 | Architectural Features, Uncategorized
Steelhead Architecture has designed some very beautiful spaces in both the residential and commercial landscape. Their designs are good examples of a modernist approach to regional architecture that considers the natural beauty of a site and incorporates it into the...
by Marisa | Dec 30, 2020 | Architectural Features
Arne Jacobsen was a Danish architect and designer known for his contribution to architectural Functionalism, a movement that includes the Nordic “funkis” that is featured significantly in Scandinavian urban architecture. He is also considered a success worldwide with...
