by Marisa | Nov 18, 2020 | Uncategorized
Oregon native Bonnie Bronson was known for how completely her art intertwined with her life. A prominent painter and sculptor during the 1970s-1980s, she is largely an unsung artistic voice, often overshadowed by her renowned husband, Lee Kelly, who was known as...
by Marisa | Nov 9, 2020 | Client Stories
So, you’re getting ready to buy a home! You’ve been scanning realtor.com religiously, keeping a watch on recent market trends, fielding your loved ones for their advice, and have followed me over at @modernhomesportland on Instagram to be first to know...
by Marisa | Oct 13, 2020 | Architectural Features, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
Guggenheim Architecture + Design Studio is an award-winning multidisciplinary creative atelier founded and famous in Portland. They integrate architecture, interiors, and brand direction within their projects and are known for their highly-considered architectural...
by Marisa | Sep 13, 2020 | Architectural Features, Listing, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
Just Listed: Pacific Northwest mid-century modern design at its best. This gorgeous home was designed by Frank Shell who was one of Portland’s most intriguing mid-century architects known for his commercial projects, he custom designed only a few personal...
by Marisa | Jul 28, 2020 | Architectural Features, Art, Events
Design Week Portland is a highly-anticipated annual festival coordinating hundreds of events, talks, gallery showcases, tours, workshops, runway shows, and open studios, all throughout the city. This year the event, like many others, have had to quickly adapt and get...
by Marisa | Jul 23, 2020 | Architectural Features, Mid Century Modern
“God created paper for the purpose of drawing architecture on it. Everything else is at least for me an abuse of paper.” Alvar Aalto, Sketches, 1978 Hugo Alvar Henrik Aalto was a Finnish architect and a furniture designer. Over the span of his remarkable...
by Marisa | Jul 15, 2020 | Architectural Features, contemporary modern, Places
There’s major development happening in Kenton! But it might not be the type you’ve been seeing elsewhere around the city. In April 2020, Kenton welcomed Portland’s newest LISAH project, Argyle Gardens! L.I.S.A.H. LISAH— or Low Income Single Adult...
by Marisa | Jul 10, 2020 | Architectural Features, Atomic Living, Mid Century Modern, Uncategorized
Forty years after his passing, Paul Revere Williams remains one of the most prominent names in architecture. Known as the “Architect of the Stars’, he designed for a long list of celebrity clients. His signature script graces the side of the Beverly Hills Hotel...
by Marisa | Jul 8, 2020 | Uncategorized
Salishan Resort—an historical Oregon coast gem, secluded between Siletz Bay and the Pacific Ocean views. Originally known as Salishan Lodge, it’s located south of Lincoln City, in Gleneden Beach. For over 50 years, the resort has captured “the pioneering spirit and...
by Marisa | Jul 2, 2020 | Architectural Features, Atomic Living, Client Stories, Mid Century Modern, Uncategorized
You probably know Jones for his formidable work in Southern California. Credited with over 5,000 builds, including whole middle-class communities in the modernist style, even to this day his homes are coveted among the wealthy and famous. It was in December of 1950...
