As the population of Portland increases, many people are looking for creative solutions to add density while preserving the character of the historic single-family neighborhoods that comprise the majority of Portland’s East side. The client for this new residence had an existing 1909 house on a corner lot near NE Killingsworth St and NE Alberta St with a generous backyard that they wanted to partition into a separate lot for a new single-family residence without demolishing the existing home.

Vaulted ceilings, tall fully glazed doors, generous operable windows, and a large double-height space create spaciousness within a small footprint.

Clever closets and cubbies tucked into extra nooks and crannies allow for an open floor plan without sacrificing storage.

Stylized tile design adds interest to the sleek and modern bathroom.

This home was originally permitted as a 800 square foot stand alone ADU with an art studio for the main house and was subsequently converted during construction in conjunction with a lot division.