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The Portland B 2635B - 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths, 1 garage, ADU, 2046 square feet

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AH, Dear Portland. From rivers to mountains to bridges to Zoobombers, your presence has been immortalized. On television. Where the mantra "Keep Portland Weird" is sung proudly from atop statues. That overlook foodcarts. Where corrupt politicians are the norm since 1850. And are celebrated. But at least it's not Seattle. Portland's drier.

In a city where weirdness is celebrated, what happens to the "normal". As weirdness grows, normal gets smaller. At some point, the weirdness becomes normal and the norm becomes weird. So the pendulum either swings the other way or the trend wraps itself into a wormhole that spits you back out where you started. The Portland plan is kind of like that. Not a wormhole, mind you, more like the ever moving dividing line between normal and weird.

The City of Portland allows for a particular type of single family lot in a particular type of situation to be created as small as 36' wide and 50' deep. Technically 45' wide and 40' deep is also allowed but much less common. Since infill is a preference of the city council, we decided that it would be a good idea to have a plan in our back pocket to fill this niche. There was an agonizing push-pull between fitting a mold and classic styling. We probably hit it that day but who knows where the line has gone since then.

In this version we've embraced a basement option for front sloping lots. The garage has been moved thither and an accessory dwelling unit with it. Now the hipster and has girlfriend can have their own space instead of living in your third bedroom. The freedom of no garage on the living level opens that space up for more luxurious living, including a deck out front.

The upper floor maintains the same elements as the other Portlands but with a different arrangement. The master is light and bright with windows on three sides. And with a commanding view of the street you'll feel like a king in your timber castle.

All plans include four elevations, floor plans, foundation plans, at least two building sections, framing plans for the second floor and/or roof, and notes and construction details. This is everything you will need to build, but may not be everything you need to get a permit. Check with your local jurisdiction. Electrical layouts, cabinet elevations and engineering are not included.

The Portland A 2635A - 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1 garage, 1758 square feet

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AH, Dear Portland. From rivers to mountains to bridges to Zoobombers, your presence has been immortalized. On television. Where the mantra "Keep Portland Weird" is sung proudly from atop statues. That overlook foodcarts. Where corrupt politicians are the norm since 1850. And are celebrated. But at least it's not Seattle. Portland's drier.

In a city where weirdness is celebrated, what happens to the "normal". As weirdness grows, normal gets smaller. At some point, the weirdness becomes normal and the norm becomes weird. So the pendulum either swings the other way or the trend wraps itself into a wormhole that spits you back out where you started. The Portland plan is kind of like that. Not a wormhole, mind you, more like the ever moving dividing line between normal and weird.

The City of Portland allows for a particular type of single family lot in a particular type of situation to be created as small as 36' wide and 50' deep. Technically 45' wide and 40' deep is also allowed but much less common. Since infill is a preference of the city council, we decided that it would be a good idea to have a plan in our back pocket to fill this niche. There was an agonizing push-pull between fitting a mold and classic styling. We probably hit it that day but who knows where the line has gone since then.

The main floor is a little bit contorted to be able to fit the expected great room and an unheated storage space. A little hip check in the dining room opens some space. That funny notch in the back helps conformance with another policy. All single family homes must have a 12x12 outdoor space that is not in the front yard. This is perfect because now the front yard can be used for raising chickens.

Upstairs are a surprisingly spacious 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Of course the inner neighborhoods will utilize it as a bedroom, an art room, and a rental space for a hipster. But the options are even greater than that. Should you choose to use bonus room trusses, you could gain an extra 350 square foot game room above this horde. That space has been made big enough for 2 more bedrooms. Now we're talking college housing, baby!

The Portland 2635 - 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1 garage, 1758 square feet

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AH, Dear Portland. From rivers to mountains to bridges to Zoobombers, your presence has been immortalized. On television. Where the mantra "Keep Portland Weird" is sung proudly from atop statues. That overlook foodcarts. Where corrupt politicians are the norm since 1850. And are celebrated. But at least it's not Seattle. Portland's drier.

In a city where weirdness is celebrated, what happens to the "normal". As weirdness grows, normal gets smaller. At some point, the weirdness becomes normal and the norm becomes weird. So the pendulum either swings the other way or the trend wraps itself into a wormhole that spits you back out where you started. The Portland plan is kind of like that. Not a wormhole, mind you, more like the ever moving dividing line between normal and weird.

The City of Portland allows for a particular type of single family lot in a particular type of situation to be created as small as 36' wide and 50' deep. Technically 45' wide and 40' deep is also allowed but much less common. Since infill is a preference of the city council, we decided that it would be a good idea to have a plan in our back pocket to fill this niche. There was an agonizing push-pull between fitting a mold and classic styling. We probably hit it that day but who knows where the line has gone since then.

The main floor is a little bit contorted to be able to fit the expected great room and an unheated storage space. A little hip check in the dining room opens some space. That funny notch in the back helps conformance with another policy. All single family homes must have a 12x12 outdoor space that is not in the front yard. This is perfect because now the front yard can be used for raising chickens.

Upstairs are a surprisingly spacious 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Of course the inner neighborhoods will utilize it as a bedroom, an art room, and a rental space for a hipster. But the options are even greater than that. Should you choose to use bonus room trusses, you could gain an extra 350 square foot game room above this horde. That space has been made big enough for 2 more bedrooms. Now we're talking college housing, baby!

The Creston 2630 - 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 1500sf

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THE Creston is the epitome of inspiration. Our love of a particular house en route to a particular location (either counseling or the donut shoppe) on particular days almost caused us to rear end the car in front of us. "Such simplicity, such grace, such refinement, such epitome!" The small house caught our gaze each and every time. Like the child whose toy he got bored with mere seconds ago now in the hands of his friend, we had to have it. So after countless sessions and double-glazeds, we were able to get a good feel of the house. While the main structure is indeed a box, we are thrilled with the little extras. A front dormer, a (fake) chimney, cute little stair cantilever, spacious front porch, and of course the ever endearing exposed rafter tails. We hope the craftsman in you is just as inspired as he builds it. (The City of Portland's minimum R-5 lot width of 36' also inspired us with the dimensions.)

The main entry pulls you right into a formal foyer complete with bench and coat pegs. Shuck your shoes, hang your coat, and use the facilities if you need to. Enter into the parlor through a cased opening and relax in front of the fireplace. Maybe you could pull a good book/coaster/ceramic figurine off the shelves and settle in. Or you could mosey into the formal dining room and browse the fine china on display in the built-in hutch and sideboard. Exposed beam ceilings continue the flow from the parlor. Your host/wife/hired line chef is through another cased opening into the kitchen, busily creating an epicurean masterpiece. Want to help? Grab some spices off the pantry shelf in the hallway! "Say, what's this little silver knob behind the cilantro?" A click lets the pantry shelf swing open to reveal hidden storage/stairs/skeletons. Already inspired by the cilantro, you leave well enough alone and bring the leafy herb to the kitchen. The rear entry has been left a blank slate for you to add your own version of a stoop/landscaped paradise/funhouse.

Walking up the stairs, you see light streaming in through the window of the oversized staircase. Pausing for a moment, you suddenly realize that '42' is what it's all about. Upstairs you find two bedrooms, a bathroom, and a laundry closet. Missing from our usual specifications of the laundry is a fold away ironing board. No reason in particular, it was just one of those days.

The master suite has a large enough closet to open a boutique, and the master bathroom has enough privacy from the rest of the house to ponder, "ergonomic mojito doom". Whatever. The location of the bed has been pre-determined since the dawn of the designing of this house. Three little windows and two small built in shelves make for one cozy space. What, no linen closet? Stop, don't be conformed to the mold, and open your mind:

The linens need homes
No closet is provided
Built-in shelves abound

The Richmond A 2040A - 3 bed, 2.5 bath, garage, 1606 square feet

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THE Richmond is a versatile, creative sort. Eye-catching on the outside, beautiful on the inside, yet down to earth at heart. Earning a boy-scout badge for always being prepared, Richmond has the ability to attune to any situation and has the means to take it on. Open-mindedness is one contributing factor, but a rock-solid foundation is another trait that gives the confidence required to take on any task. Richmond is available with many different suits, whether in Richmond of Portland, Richmond of San Francisco, Richmond of Kansas or Richmond of Virginia. If appearances concern you, rest assured that there are alternate forms available.

We are happy to be able to offer a garage with this version. This makes an ideal plan for a front sloping lot or where space is at a premium and a garage addition just won't do. This same version can also be built as 3 stories above grade.

A small porch greets you from the street. In other guises, this might be the stoop of old that brings you in contact with your neighbors on a warm summer night. The foyer inside is small but open and a bench gives pause to reflect (or remove your boots). The parlor is outfitted with bay windows and a fireplace. Arched openings lead to the dining room and service hallway. The dining room is matched to the parlor with a similar bay window. Further on down is the sizeable kitchen with access to the grilling porch, view deck, or woodshed.

Off the service hallway is a small powder room and a flex space. If you prefer a larger flex space and don't need stairs down, check out the Portland version which offers an 8'x12' flex space. Such space could be an office, playspace, or guest bedroom in a pinch. For the basement version, built in bookshelves turn the flex room into a reading space or quiet retreat.

The second floor contains three bedrooms and two baths. The master suite is outfitted with a modest bath and walk in closet. Two other bedrooms share a bath. A word about the hall bath; by using the bay from the dining room downstairs, Richmond again shows his readiness by offering more floor space in an otherwise standard situation. As for open-mindedness, who says that a mirror must always be behind the vanity?

The small laundry closet upstairs is made bigger by utilizing the space in the landing. A fold-out ironing board and floor space for sorting laundry and folding clothes helps to alleviate any tension and crampedness that might otherwise be felt.

Downstairs, an oversized garage and shop area give extra space. For a tight tandem garage, the wall could be partly removed.