Belluschi Pavilion

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Here’s a happy ending story to warm the hearts of modernists. A modest pavilion designed by Pietro Belluschi will be reassembled on the Marylhurst University campus just south of Portland, OR (Oregonian article). Belluschi was one of the architects, along with John Yeon, John Storrs, Saul Zaik and others, credited with creating the Northwest School, a branch of modernism with a regional flavor that celebrated our landscape and materials. This pavilion has been in storage, disassembled when its original site was redeveloped. A similar story saved Oregon’s only Frank Lloyd Wright house which now stands in the Oregon Garden in Silverton, OR. While something of the original experience is certainly muffled by the change of location, it is wonderful that these historically significant buildings have been saved!

December 17, 2009 by beebedou ·

Great Article In Today’s NYTimes

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Check out the Frugal Traveler in today’s New York Times Its a fun article about why we all love it here so much. It also reminds me that I have to get my toosh over to Bunk for a breakfast sandwich!

May 10, 2009 by beebedou ·

Spotlight Wooodlawn – a Portland neighborhood with a plan!

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Quick sale of cool, modest, urban farmhouse shows Woodlawn’s emerging popularity!

Between Piedmont and Concordia you will find Portland’s Woodlawn district in the Vernon neighborhood. Doug and I were delighted to list a home here, a groovy pad with a decidedly Urban Farm appeal belonging to Karen and Monica. This was a cozy, remodeled Victorian with raised beds for veggies and a roost for three gorgeous ducks. Art from Monica’s sister was displayed throughout the home, and the funky and eclectic interior delighted the eyes. Interest from Buyers was HUGE – the home sold for more than asking on it’s second day! We celebrated at the truly wonderful Dekum Triangle Firehouse restaurant. Though Doug and I were sad to see Monica and Karen move away to NY, their’s is a happy story, and largely indicative of today’s RE market where quality homes that are priced right will sell quickly. And, of course, location is huge, and Woodlawn is quite desirable today.

The Dekum Triangle development is part of the community’s master plan devised by Emmons Architects. The plan comes courtesy of a very thoughtful and active neighborhood association which was proactive as they considered their evolution. Check them out at GoWoodlawn.com. It’s a great part of town with a beautiful park, shops and eateries. And at least three lovely ducks.

April 28, 2009 by beebedou ·

Piedmont – a great, close-in Portland neighborhood!

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Dinner in the Piedmont garden of artists.

Doug and I just enjoyed a wonderful evening with friends at their classic Mid-Century home in Portland’s Piedmont neighborhood.  We had helped Troy and Briana buy their home 5 years ago, and it was amazing to see what they’ve done! The home had been a tired quasi-neglected rental with minor primping prior to the sale. What was all that about lipstick and pigs? Well there is nothing fatigued about this beauty now! The cool factor comes to the fore with art and collectables. The formerly desolate yard is now lush with organic beds – the Ranchy indoor/outdoor vibe is celebrated with an organic garden of ornamentals as well as fruits and veggies. As working artists, the double garage is a great studio.  BTW, Briana blogs about the good life . At make/believe she and her sister Phaedra occasionally post their photography. Very cool!

For you fans of parks and roses, Peninusula Park  is a must-see Piedmont amenity. This is Portland’s original Rose Garden, before it moved over the river and up the hill. The park is abuzz with activities – picnics, basketball, swimming, making it a wonderful spot to visit.

April 28, 2009 by beebedou ·