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Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
7 hours ago

This Designer-Approved Vintage Trend Is Taking Over Front Yards (And Backyards)

Vintage plant stands enhance curb appeal and create visual interest on porches.
#renovation
Renovation
fromArchDaily
6 hours ago

Minamicho House / ROOVICE

The house was renovated and subleased to preserve its identity and history through ROOVICE's Kariage framework.
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
3 days ago

Renovation of a Historic School Creates Harmony With Nature

Renovation projects must honor historical design while integrating modern updates for current users, especially in community-centric, older structures.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
23 hours ago

Tom Prochaska: Through the Open Door * Oregon ArtsWatch

Tom Prochaska distinguished himself in many mediums: He was a masterful printmaker, an intuitive painter, a builder of papier-mâché figures, a creator of fused glass panels, and graphite-on-paper drawings.
Arts
#architecture
UX design
fromdesignboom | architecture & design magazine
3 days ago

how wutopia lab's 'magical realism' turns everyday spaces into ethereal interior atmospheres

Wutopia Lab creates immersive architectural experiences that transform ordinary spaces into imaginative environments, enhancing perception through design elements like light and geometry.
Design
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

What Lies Beneath: 10 Projects Reshaping the Ground Level

Architecture's pursuit of lightness often leads to fragmented public spaces rather than continuous, accessible ground areas.
Design
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Kengo Kuma & Associates Unveils Its First Project in Ecuador with Qapital Tower

Kengo Kuma & Associates plans a 32-story mixed-use tower in Quito, Ecuador, featuring residential, commercial, and shared amenities, set for completion in 2029.
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Redfin asks NWMLS to allow premarketing for Seattle listings

Redfin argues that the current NWMLS rules limit how sellers can test pricing and demand before going fully live on the MLS, which many sellers find restrictive.
SF real estate
fromDesign Milk
1 day ago

Sabah House NYC Pays Homage To Set + Setting

Sabahs are made entirely by hand from 100% leather in either Texas or Turkey—two regions with distinct yet deeply rooted relationships to the material. The result is a shoe that varies subtly from pair to pair, even within the same size.
Brooklyn
Artificial intelligence
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

THE BLACK BYLINE: What My Grandma's Garden Taught Me About AI and the End of the World - Portland Mercury

The future may be dominated by AI, posing risks to communities and the environment, prompting calls for regulation and moratoriums on AI data centers.
fromThe Oaklandside
1 day ago

A guide to Oakland's historic homes

Spanish settlers moved to the East Bay starting in 1776 to take land that had been home to indigenous people for thousands of years, and made it into fiefdoms of various dons like the Peraltas.
East Bay (California)
#real-estate
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago
East Bay real estate

A New Ranking Reveals the Most Affordable Growing Cities in the U.S.-Including 2 on the West Coast

Visalia, California, and Vancouver, Washington, are the most affordable and rapidly growing cities on the West Coast.
fromCurbed
2 days ago
NYC real estate

A Mid-Century House in Hillsdale With a Pool and an Artist's Studio

Living outside New York City offers unique properties at lower prices, including a mid-century house and a historic gatehouse.
East Bay real estate
fromTravel + Leisure
2 days ago

A New Ranking Reveals the Most Affordable Growing Cities in the U.S.-Including 2 on the West Coast

Visalia, California, and Vancouver, Washington, are the most affordable and rapidly growing cities on the West Coast.
NYC real estate
fromCurbed
2 days ago

A Mid-Century House in Hillsdale With a Pool and an Artist's Studio

Living outside New York City offers unique properties at lower prices, including a mid-century house and a historic gatehouse.
E-Commerce
fromApartment Therapy
3 days ago

The "What Else Do You Have?" Rule Is My Secret to Scoring More Home Finds for Less

Asking sellers about additional items can lead to unexpected finds and better deals on Facebook Marketplace.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

US panel approves Trump's design for massive arch in Washington, DC

A 76-metre arch proposed by Trump has received initial approval but faces criticism and legal challenges regarding its impact on views and historical sites.
Graphic design
fromItsnicethat
2 days ago

Nao Lee's posters are digital terrains that hide small and unruly treasures for you to find

Nao Lee's design philosophy embraces juxtaposition, using everyday vernacular influences to create layered, interpretive compositions that inspire debate and curiosity.
Europe news
fromArchDaily
3 days ago

Reimagining the Complete Neighborhood through Urban Renaturing

ReGreeneration project aims to transform European cities to remain livable amid climate change.
London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

How a shoe firm built a modernist town in Essex - and the exhibition telling its story

Bata shoe company established a factory and town in East Tilbury, promoting employee welfare and modern amenities while expanding globally.
Madrid food
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Contemporary Ecuadorian Architecture: Connecting Materials, Environment, and Culture

Ecuador's architecture blends tradition and innovation, reflecting diverse landscapes and cultural contexts while addressing social needs and environmental challenges.
Berlin food
fromEater Portland
3 days ago

Snag a Sandwich From a Bastion of Portland Vegan Culture (Soy Curls Included)

Portland's vegan scene thrives with diverse options, and DC Vegetarian excels with innovative soy curl sandwiches and a playful menu.
SOMA, SF
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

What Lies Beneath Sean Christensen's Mount Saint Helens? - Portland Mercury

Memory Foam exhibition by Sean Christensen visualizes the impressions left by memory, inspired by the concept of transformation and nostalgia.
California
fromStreetsblog California
4 days ago

Legislation Moving to Make It Easier to Build High-Rises Near Transit in CA's Seven Largest Cities - Streetsblog California

Assembly Bill 2074 aims to facilitate high-rise housing near transit hubs in California's largest cities by streamlining approval processes.
London food
fromPortland Mercury
3 days ago

Food News: Smashburgers at Steely's and Chicago Tavern Pizza at Proof Launch This Week - Portland Mercury

Several new restaurants have opened recently, offering diverse dining options including smashburgers, Chicago-style pizza, and plant-based dishes.
Real estate
fromSFGATE
4 days ago

Real Estate Market Trends in Seattle, WA: Prices Fall

Seattle's housing market offers more inventory but remains competitive with steady prices and quick sales.
Fashion & style
fromFast Company
5 days ago

These Frank Lloyd Wright-inspired ties are based on a legendary building demolished a century ago

Frank Lloyd Wright's designs inspire a new fashion collection targeting Gen Z professionals, featuring ties and accessories from The Tie Bar.
#portland-history
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
1 day ago

Property Watch: Another Spanish-Style House Steps from Forest Park

In 1904, Portland prepared for the Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition, leading to real estate developments and architectural innovations in the Willamette Heights neighborhood.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
2 weeks ago

Property Watch: Historic Tabor Storefront with Modern Apartment Above

Historic storefronts in Portland reflect the city's early development and the significance of streetcar lines in shaping neighborhoods.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
1 day ago

Property Watch: Another Spanish-Style House Steps from Forest Park

In 1904, Portland prepared for the Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition, leading to real estate developments and architectural innovations in the Willamette Heights neighborhood.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
2 weeks ago

Property Watch: Historic Tabor Storefront with Modern Apartment Above

Historic storefronts in Portland reflect the city's early development and the significance of streetcar lines in shaping neighborhoods.
Arts
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago

8 Defining Works of American Land Art

Spiral Jetty exemplifies land art's unpredictability and connection to nature, showcasing the dynamic relationship between art and the environment.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

This Bathroom Created a Sanctuary by Marrying the Old with the New

The bathroom renovation transformed an outdated space into a modern retreat while preserving original redwood features.
Washington DC
fromTheCollector
3 days ago

10 Iconic Examples of American Architecture Through History | TheCollector

American architecture reflects the nation's ambitions and ideologies, showcasing a journey from revolutionary classicism to modern American styles.
Photography
fromArchDaily
1 week ago

40+ Contemporary Architectural Works Across Ecuador Captured by Francesco Russo and Luca Piffaretti

Photographers document Ecuador's architecture and landscapes, highlighting the country's evolving identity and the interplay between built environments and natural surroundings.
#residential-architecture
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 day ago

7 Unbuilt Houses Shaped by Site, Climate, and Constraints

Residential architecture is explored through unbuilt projects that respond to site, climate, and constraints, emphasizing the house as a spatial system.
#lloyd-center
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Good Morning News! Lloyd Center To Close, Trail Blazers in the Playoffs, Pulp Fiction Prayers, Your $4K For War, New Tom Waits Anyone? - Portland Mercury

The Lloyd Center is closing permanently, prompting debates over redevelopment and community impact in Portland.
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago
Portland

Lloyd Center Mall Announces Official Closing Date in Portland - Portland Mercury

Lloyd Center Mall will officially close on August 8, 2026, with redevelopment plans for the area underway.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

Good Morning News! Lloyd Center To Close, Trail Blazers in the Playoffs, Pulp Fiction Prayers, Your $4K For War, New Tom Waits Anyone? - Portland Mercury

The Lloyd Center is closing permanently, prompting debates over redevelopment and community impact in Portland.
Remodel
fromArchitectural Digest
2 days ago

I Grew Up in Furniture City. Here's Why That Still Matters

Hands-on collaboration with artisans in West Michigan shapes design work and fosters a connection to local craft heritage.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Petal passion, super-surreal Polaroids and Billy Childish's California the week in art

Kettle's Yard showcases artists' floral passion, while other exhibitions feature diverse contemporary art themes and historical reflections on trauma and beauty.
#brutalism
Arts
fromAesthetica Magazine
3 days ago

Aesthetica Magazine - The Endurance of Brutalism

Brutal Scotland exhibition explores post-war modernism, emphasizing how architecture reflects cultural identity and the interplay of decay and resilience.
Arts
fromAesthetica Magazine
3 days ago

Aesthetica Magazine - The Endurance of Brutalism

Brutal Scotland exhibition explores post-war modernism, emphasizing how architecture reflects cultural identity and the interplay of decay and resilience.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
1 day ago

The Best Bang for Your Buck Events in Portland This Weekend: Apr 17-19, 2026 - Portland Mercury

Weekends offer various fun events including live music, art shows, and community activities in Portland.
#lacma
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Designed to disorient': LA art museum unveils enormous concrete gallery, 20 years in the making

The David Geffen Galleries at LACMA represent a $724 million revitalization effort, showcasing a controversial design by architect Peter Zumthor.
#interior-design
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

This Chic Apartment Proves Thrifted Items Fix an "Egregious Lack of Whimsy"

Leah Gauthier transformed her Vancouver apartment into a creative representation of herself using intentional decor and thrifted finds.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
1 day ago

In Their Ray Kappe Home, Alexandra Kerry and Julien Dobbs-Higginson Blend the Old and New

Designer Kate Driver reconciles the diverse tastes of clients in a 1966 Kappe house, blending modern and traditional elements.
Renovation
fromApartment Therapy
2 days ago

This Chic Apartment Proves Thrifted Items Fix an "Egregious Lack of Whimsy"

Leah Gauthier transformed her Vancouver apartment into a creative representation of herself using intentional decor and thrifted finds.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
1 day ago

In Their Ray Kappe Home, Alexandra Kerry and Julien Dobbs-Higginson Blend the Old and New

Designer Kate Driver reconciles the diverse tastes of clients in a 1966 Kappe house, blending modern and traditional elements.
Remodel
fromAol
4 days ago

Costco's Luxe "Boardroom" Shed Is the Perfect Work-From-Home Hideaway-And It Ships Free

Building a home office shed can enhance work-life balance and provide a dedicated workspace.
Design
fromArchDaily
4 days ago

Architecture of Water: Disappearing Fixtures in Contemporary Wellness

Advanced bathroom design emphasizes minimalism by making fixtures less visible, allowing water and light to shape the experience.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
2 days ago

Should Portlanders Pay Hundreds of Millions for a Refurbished Moda Center? City Councilors Say "Not So Fast" - Portland Mercury

Oregon Legislature approved $365 million for Moda Center renovations, contingent on Blazers staying in Portland under new ownership.
Remodel
fromArchitectural Digest
3 days ago

Narrow Bathroom Ideas: 6 Tricks for Making the Most of Every Square Inch

Narrow bathrooms can be transformed into luxurious spaces with bright colors, effective lighting, and strategic use of mirrors.
fromOregon ArtsWatch * Arts & Culture News
2 days ago

Introducing ArtsLink, a hub for posting and finding essential information * Oregon ArtsWatch

ArtsLink is envisioned as an essential community resource that aims to increase visibility, spur audience engagement, and strengthen the local arts and culture ecosystem.
Portland
Design
fromObserver
3 days ago

WeWork's Chief Designer On Creating the Smart Workspace for Modern Work

WeWork Go pods provide flexible workspaces for modern professionals in high-traffic public venues, reflecting the shift towards more adaptable work environments.
LA real estate
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

The building code rule that lets Seattle turn forgotten lots into housing

Matthew Flaherty advocates for affordable, transit-friendly housing while addressing tensions between fire safety and urban density in Los Angeles.
Design
fromDesign Milk
4 days ago

Marc Thorpe's Forest Edge House Blends Beauty + Self Sufficiency

Forest Edge House exemplifies sustainable architecture, emphasizing energy independence and a design philosophy that integrates environmental forces into its structure.
Remodel
fromApartment Therapy
4 days ago

3 Paint DIYs Made This Dated Kitchen Look So Fresh - for Just $300

A kitchen can be dramatically transformed with paint and new hardware without a full renovation.
Design
fromArchitectural Digest
4 days ago

An Eames House for Everyone: Could This New 'DIY Kit' Change How We Live?

Eames Office and Kettal will launch a modular housing system inspired by the Eames House at Milan Design Week 2026.
Portland
fromPortland Mercury
4 days ago

Good Morning, News: Locals Push Back Against Zenith, Portland Fire Goes International, and Trump Has a Christ Complex - Portland Mercury

Portland Mercury promotes local journalism and arts, highlighting events like Pizza Week and local environmental advocacy against Zenith Energy.
Renovation
fromwww.archdaily.com
1 day ago

Shand Road / Ys Housing

Shand Road project by Ys Housing refines medium-density housing in Melbourne, focusing on design quality, environmental performance, and affordability.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
2 days ago

This Maine Cabin Got a Gut Renovation-but Kept Its "Campy" Soul

Gregory Rockwell revitalizes a lakeside home in Maine, preserving its rustic charm while modernizing it for contemporary living.
Portland
fromPortland Monthly
3 weeks ago

An Architect-Designed Midcentury in the Forest Park Neighborhood

Forest Park is a significant urban forest in Portland, with notable architecture in the surrounding neighborhood, including a midcentury house designed by Walter Hagestad.
fromRemodelista
1 week ago

Current Obsessions: Bright Palette - Remodelista

Pamela Anderson's new wicker furniture collection, 'The Sentimentalist,' for Olive Ateliers is a reflection of her love for gardening and outdoor living, showcasing her design sensibilities.
Renovation
Portland
fromTravel + Leisure
3 weeks ago

This Oregon City Is One of the Top Places to Live in the West

Beaverton, Oregon ranks as the second best place to live in the West for 2026, highlighting its environmental commitment and quality of life.
Renovation
fromArchitectural Digest
2 weeks ago

They Needed a House That Could Host Everything, From Fundraisers to Playdates

The renovation transformed a 1920s home into a functional space for hosting diverse events and improving daily livability.
fromDesign Milk
2 months ago

Residence Designed to Weather Along British Columbia Coastline

Seven years of development allowed Openspace Architecture and landscape designer Paul Sangha Creative to thread a 10,000-square-foot single-story home through mature forest without sacrificing the canopy that defines the site's character - a constraint that ultimately generated the building's gently curving plan and its sequence of connected spaces opening to Saanich Inlet views. The design draws from mid-century West Coast Modernism's timber traditions while incorporating Japanese structural principles that extend beyond aesthetic reference.
Design
Renovation
fromDesign Milk
1 month ago

A North Vancouver Residence and Pool House Connected by Landscape

Two combined North Vancouver lots create a unified landscape where a main residence, pool house, and greenhouse function as integrated moments within continuous terrain rather than separate structures.
Design
fromwww.archdaily.com
2 months ago

Van der Vlugt Residence / [STRANG]

The Van der Vlugt Residence by S TRANG establishes a global benchmark for resilient modern residential architecture, earning major awards and documentary recognition.
fromPortland Monthly
2 months ago

Property Watch: A SW Portland Craftsman Returns to Its Roots

Schacht, originally born in Germany and educated in Europe, moved to Portland in 1883 after the German government claimed his Hamburg home via eminent domain, and he decided to move as far away as possible. While his work over his four-decade career spanned a variety of architectural styles, it has been noted that after 1900, he was "among the first Arts and Crafts-influenced architects to practice west of the Rocky Mountains."
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