A modern house with a wooden exterior and large glass windows, illuminated by interior lighting. The house is surrounded by landscaping, including trees, rocks, and flowering plants. The driveway curves around the garden, with a large tree in the foreground.

HEWETT HOUSE | PORTLAND, OREGON

SCOPE: Full interior renovation + Furniture

ARCHITECT + CONTRACTOR: Green Gables

The West Hills project began with a 1950s architectural legacy and a modern family’s need for space and serenity. Our transformation was an exercise in 'soft modernism'—preserving the warmth of the original wood ceilings while introducing a full architectural finish package that feels light and ethereal. By moving the heart of the home—the staircase and the kitchen—we unlocked a new perspective on the landscape outside. We envisioned a retreat where four teenagers and their guests could find autonomy in their own en suite quarters, while the shared spaces remain open and inviting. It’s a home that honors its midcentury roots not by staying in the past, but by evolving into a functional, art-forward sanctuary for the next generation."