Southwest Hills Residence

When a perspective client has a home in the Southwest Hills of Portland with breathtaking views overlooking a valley of treetops, it only made sense to take full advantage of those views. Our bold vision to add 150% more outdoor decking three stories up won over the client’s imagination and excited me to take on the challenges that come with a project of this scale. In addition to transforming the outside of this home, we were able to connect the indoor spaces by layering in beautiful organic textures, colors, and patterns throughout. Teaming up with fantastic contractors, artists, and trades, allowed this project to blossom into a bold and comfortable modern Northwest family home.

Designer: Kevin Twitty
Contractor: Delta Services Construction

Outdoor Patio Design: Relaxing Tangerine

Being outdoors is on the top of my "list of loves" in life. It makes me so happy to breath in the fresh air and take a pause from the four walls that envelope most of my day. Over the past few years this sentiment towards being outdoors has been shared by more and more people and because of this, indoor/outdoor living spaces in homes have been raising in popularity and manufactures of outdoor safe furnishings have kept up with the pace. In honor of the summer season coming to an end and beautiful Autumn weather rolling in, here is a design you could easily do for your own outdoors. I call it, Relaxing Tangerine: A relaxing casual style with clean lines and natural textures.

1. Arrow Accent Pillow - Pillows are some of my favorite ways to update a space. This charcoal arrow on a cream background has a fantastic modern casual vibe. $60

2. Tone on Tone Striped Pillow - These contrast against the charcoal, of the other pillow and add structure to the space. - $79

3. Natural Trellis Pillow - I love how these bring in the mid-tone of all of the neutrals. $98

4. Tangerine Bohemian Style Rug - Adding just a touch of color is perfect to give your outdoor patio just enough color without overwhelming. $629

5. Woven Natural Stools - These wicker stools add visual texture and an extra place for guests to sit when you are entertaining. $250

6. Copper Bowl Planter - Adding a little bit of shine plays well against the softer tones of the design. I love the warmth in the metal. $175

7. Copper Cylinder Planter - This is the sister planter. It has all of the same material elements, but allows for something a little different. $175

8. Outdoor Safe Table Lamp - Electric lamp outside? What! That is awesome. This outdoor lamp will keep the mood casual. $279

9. Antiqued Side Table - Everyone needs a place to put a drink down, and this small antiqued side table is perfect for that. It also connects well with the planters and cocktail table. $199

10. Gray Sofa/Chaise with Casual Washed Wood - Upholster is where you splurge! These well constructed pieces are going to last you a lifetime. They are the perfect classic high end look for your outdoors. $3579

11. Gray Chair with Casual Washed Wood - A perfect compliment to the sectional above. I love how this chair is oversized. Makes me want to curl up with a cup of coffee and a good book. $1125

12. Rusted Top Round Coffee Table - A show-stopper of a cocktail table. The simplicity in the shape is lovely and the rusty top is a worry-free way to live outdoors. $855