If Laurel Canyon met the Southwest Hills

Set on .71 acres just off Canyon Road, 3210 SW Malcolm Court has a history that may reach well beyond its recorded build date. According to longtime owner and architect Richard “Rick” Carlson, the site is thought to have housed the way station for overnight travelers between Portland and Hillsboro along the historic Canyon Road corridor.

This classic Craftsman four-square in the Alphabet District was transformed from studs out, restoring its historic character while creating a decidedly contemporary interior. Generous rooms, high ceilings, custom cabinetry, beautifully considered built-ins, a spa-like bath and seamless indoor-outdoor living complete this remarkable reinvention.

Built in 1900, this expansive home tells its story in layers: original Craftsman character, British Arts & Crafts and Japanese influences, 1970s optimism and a fabulously contemporary point of view. Three porches open to an L-shaped garden, bringing a Sonoma-like vibe and an easy connection between indoors and out.

Some homes are designed for a single household. Others are designed for a way of life. Thoughtfully developed over more than a decade, this one-of-a-kind Cully compound brings together three distinct homes, each with its own character and private yard, offering a rare opportunity for multi-generational living, chosen family, or friends to live both independently and together. Centered around a shared courtyard, it reflects the simple idea that home can offer both connection and privacy.

In Portland Heights, where winding streets, mature trees, and historic homes have defined one of Portland's most cherished neighborhoods for generations, this 1930s home offers a timeless backdrop for everyday life.

Shaped over time by those who have lived, built, and passed through, it carries a quiet sense of history, from its original maker to stories embedded in the land itself. Emerging unexpectedly from the forest, a Mediterranean home, an idyllic swimming pool and hot tub, a magical barn, and additional structures sit intentionally within an open clearing, offering a rare foundation for something more expansive. Here, days are guided by river, trail, and season, with a way of life rooted just beyond the front door. What emerges is not simply a home, but the beginning of a compound, a place meant to be experienced, returned to, and carried forward.

Designed by the architectural team of York and Yodgawa and originally built for H. Chik M. Erzurumlu, a structural engineer and longtime Portland State professor, this home reflects a clear understanding of how space, light, and structure come together over time. When his wife fell ill, an elevator was added to connect each floor and the garage, allowing them to remain in the home they had created together.

Mediterranean Revival homes are rare in Portland. Terracotta, plaster curves, windows proportioned for a warmer sun. The style carries the air of a permanent vacation, and this one had been sitting at the base of Mt. Tabor—a dormant volcano—for decades. Bones intact. Waiting. It took a particular eye and a particular conviction to see what it could become.

On a quiet cul-de-sac in Montclair, where the streets curve gently and the trees have had decades to grow, this midcentury home, thoughtfully updated for today, sits on a rare .81-acre corner lot, framed by maples, magnolias, cedars, and firs that create a natural sense of privacy and beauty.

Rising from the trees along Fairmount Boulevard, this Council Crest contemporary pairs sweeping valley and Coast Range views with midcentury style and a strong connection to nature. Light-filled living, dining, and kitchen spaces open to a wraparound deck among the trees, while a feature fireplace anchors the living room.

Built in 1969 by architect Marjorie Wintermute with landscape design by Barbara Fealy, the Carousel House pairs bold modern lines with warmth and livability, its clerestory ceilings and glass walls filling the home with light, nature, and timeless character.

Nestled in Portland’s Council Crest, this 1976 NW Contemporary by architect Willard Martin lives large within its 1,762 sq ft. Featured on the cover of Sunset, the three-level steel-clad cube blends treetop views, flexible living spaces, and spa-like comforts—an iconic design that marries architecture, art, and nature.

This 1979 James G. Tropfenbaum-designed home in Portland’s Southwest Hills blends modern simplicity with nature. Set on a wooded quarter-acre, its three bedrooms, warm materials, and expansive glass create a light-filled, treehouse-like retreat.

Perched in coveted Council Crest, this 1989 custom home by Blum/Smith Construction is a masterwork of engineering and design. Anchored to bedrock by 21 steel piers, it seems to float among the trees, with vaulted ceilings, open spaces, and sweeping southern views. The 3,146 sq ft layout offers three bedrooms, two and a half baths, and a well-appointed kitchen—all filled with light and framed by nature.

Designed in 1968 by architect James Miller as his family home, this Northwest Modern residence is a striking response to a wooded ravine site. Featured in Northwest Magazine in 1969, its split-level design and natural materials embody the quiet innovation of Pacific Northwest modernism.

Built in 1973, this Southwest Hills home captures the essence of 1970s modernism with wood accents, vaulted ceilings, and vintage details. Spanning three levels, it features forest views, a wraparound deck, and a dedicated screening room once used for professional film viewings. Its deep ties to cinema live on, with original projectors now housed in local theaters and MoMA.

Above the city’s rhythm, this Kings Heights traditional offers a rare buildable lot, sweeping mountain and skyline views, and seamless indoor-outdoor living. Featuring an expansive deck, outdoor kitchen, classic chef’s kitchen, and easy access to Forest Park, NW 23rd, and downtown—this is elevated Portland living at its finest.

Perched on a quiet Laurelhurst street, 444 NE Floral Place is a classic 1911 Craftsman with original details, warm light, and garden views. A front porch and back deck offer easy, relaxed living just blocks from NE Portland’s shops and dining.

This renovated 1956 midcentury ranch in Southwest Portland offers California contemporary style with seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Upgraded with over $585K in thoughtful details—like a cedar hot tub, skylit interiors, and lush landscaping—it’s modern living with timeless charm.

This 1906 Craftsman blends timeless charm with modern ease in one of Portland’s most vibrant neighborhoods. With original details, a light-filled layout, and a private Airbnb suite, it’s a rare find just steps from local favorites like Albina Press and Mississippi Studios.

Set in the trees near Forest Park, this architect-designed home blends nature, community, and creativity. With vaulted ceilings, cedar finishes, and expansive decks, it’s a serene retreat just minutes from the city.

This iconic 1969 mid-century modern home on NW Thurman, commissioned by artist Eric Marcoux and designed by architect Alfred Edelman, embodies Portland's modernist architecture and a connection to art and nature.

Refined mid-century modern home on a quiet Mt. Tabor street, offering stunning views of Mt. Hood and the neighborhood.