by Marisa | Dec 22, 2022 | Architectural Features, contemporary modern, Mid Century Home Furnishing, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
Photography by MidCentArc Via Flickr Welcome to our back-to-basics series. I’m diving into the core elements and features of mid-century modern architecture, furniture, decor, art, and design. What is “Mid-Century Modern?” The mid-century modern design...
by Marisa | Nov 1, 2022 | Architectural Features, Mid Century Home Furnishing, Mid Century Modern
Photographer Lucas Hoang Via Unsplash What to Avoid To start, It’s important to note that the definition of restoration is the process of bringing a piece of furniture as close to its original state as possible. So if you are looking to slap a layer of paint...
by Marisa | Oct 18, 2022 | Atomic Living, Listing, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes, Rummers
This ultra rare courtyard model Rummer built home is a mid century gem. Thoughtfully preserved and updated with fixtures and finishes used in Rummer and Eichler homes. The enclosed and private front courtyard is a small oasis surrounded by lush greenery. Tongue and...
by Marisa | Oct 18, 2022 | Atomic Living, Listing, Mid Century Modern
This renovated mid century home greets you with a lush atrium with a water feature that transitions you into the beautiful and serene interior space. Inside, multiple skylights and windows brighten the living spaces throughout with natural light. The main floor...
by Marisa | Oct 10, 2022 | Atomic Living, Listing, Mid Century Modern, Rummers
Resting on close to a quarter of an acre this gorgeous Rummer is surrounded by lush landscaping while the fenced backyard includes a large patio connected to the interior by multiple sliding glass doors. Located in the desirable Highland neighborhood, close to Nike,...
by Marisa | Oct 10, 2022 | Atomic Living, Listing, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
Custom mid century home renovated with high end Scandinavian modern inspired design. This unique home was skillfully designed to contour the private .7 acre lot to provide a daylight basement and an ease of access to the connected outdoor spaces. Located in the...
by Marisa | Sep 23, 2022 | Mid Century Home Furnishing, Mid Century Modern
Photographer by Alexander Pemberton Via Unsplash Welcome back… We are continuing our journey through Mid-Century design’s most influential chairs, their designers, and their lasting touch on interior design today. If you are seeing this blog first, meander over...
by Marisa | Aug 17, 2022 | Uncategorized
Image Source Pixabay (CC) Portland Fashion Week is back and celebrating it’s 11th year! The annual event has striven to create a “network of domestic and international resources supporting emerging designers” since 2002, making it the 3rd oldest...
by Marisa | Aug 15, 2022 | Architectural Features, Builder Feature, Places
Photography by: Oregon Department of Transportation Via Flickr PDX has reigned America’s Best Airport for nearly a decade, recently dropping to #2 in 2020, just under the Indiana International Airport. However, Portland hopes to regain the title with the...
by Marisa | Jun 27, 2022 | Architectural Features, Mid Century Home Furnishing, Mid Century Modern
Photography by Melinda Young Stuart Via Flickr We value art of all forms — sculpture, mural, architecture, furniture, etc. — not only for aesthetics but for the story every piece holds. Take a moment and look around your home, or flip through your favorite interior...