In the bathroom, Thomas (who is also a muralist) painted Jean Cocteau-inspired nudes all over the walls. "I wanted it to feel sexy and elegant and gay and a bit silly,
intage Kurt Naef stacking toys from Thomas' childhood have been repurposed as art in the corner.
atured a dining set by RAD, Target chairs rescued from the side of the road, a midcentury modern outdoor fireplace, and CB2 place settings.
SHED specified a new linear window above the stovetop so as to better frame the views into the surrounding forest and yard.
The couple worked with Seattle-based firm SHED Architecture + Design on a remodel. At the front door the glass clerestory and sidelite were kept, but the solid door swapped out for a transparent one.
In 2020, Isabel and David Yahng bought their Portland house, which was originally designed by architect Saul Zaik in 1963.
A built-in bench painted a bright orange to match the front door offers warmth, convenience, and a playful vibe for the entrance.
Before: The designers retained the original cement block of the fireplace. The illegal addition can be just seen through the window on the left.
Floating wood shelves accent the fireplace wall and link to the nearby kitchen.