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Explore 12 of Our Favorite Homes in Portland
Known for its natural beauty and rich culture, Portland has become a proud hub of architectural excellence.
Nearly 80 Years Later, an Architect Rescues a Japanese-Inspired Masterwork Designed by His Father
The new owners of an influential Portland, Oregon, house by Pietro Belluschi discover there’s more than architecture on the...
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John Yeon, the Father of Northwest Regional Architecture
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Reinvigorating a Classic Midcentury Home in Portland
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A Chic Portland Hotel Offers Lodging As Affordable as $35 a Night
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