by Marisa | Jul 26, 2011 | Architectural Features, Modern Homes
The newest venture for Robert Oshatz, Portland’s famed organic architect, is a project titled the “Royal 5”. There are 5 view lots located at the intersection of NW Skyline and Royal Blvd which Oshatz plans to sell, design and build 5 custom homes...
by Marisa | Jul 10, 2011 | Architectural Features, Mid Century Modern
As some of you know, I have been reporting on the progress at the Frank Shell house, from short sale to bank owned and now saved and being restored by a skilled contractor with an eye for the architects original vision. I was always very curious about the front door...
by Marisa | Jun 22, 2011 | Architectural Features, Mid Century Modern
This Saturday, June 25th, 2011, is the encore presentation of the Kenneth Birkemeier lecture at the Architectural Heritage Center. I went to the first lecture last November and it was pretty fascinating, well worth the price of admission! Details from the...
by Marisa | May 23, 2011 | Architectural Features, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
One of the first blog posts that I wrote here on the Modern Homes Portland site was a visit to a home that was on market designed by architect Frank Shell for his personal residence. Frank and his wife lived in this house until he passed away in 2003. The Shell house...
by Marisa | May 20, 2011 | Architectural Features, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
Photo slideshow of the Frank Shell house vacant prior to it’s most recent purchase and renovation. [slideshow id=23] More posts on the architect Frank Shell: Frank Shell Mid Century Modern Design Frank Shells Personal Home – Mid Century Modern...
by Marisa | May 5, 2011 | Architectural Features, Atomic Living, Mid Century Modern, Modern Homes
The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability recently completed a historic building survey in East Portland neighborhoods, as part of a small grant from the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO). The focus was on “Mid-Century” residential areas developed from...
