Modern kitchen and dining room with wooden table, chairs, pendant lighting, kitchen island, open shelving with dishes, and wall art.

Ankeny St. Remodel

Architect: Sasquatch Architecture
Designer: Wise Design
Photographer: Meagan Larsen

  • In Portland’s Laurelhurst neighborhood, a 1918 Colonial Revival finds new life through a thoughtful blend of tradition and modernity. The Ankeny Street Remodel, crafted for a family relocating from Germany, honors the home's historic character while introducing contemporary elements to support modern living.

    What began as a small renovation grew into a full home remodel after extensive fire damage was discovered on the second floor. Original features like the front-to-back hallway and period trimwork were carefully preserved to maintain the home's classic charm, while new interventions focused on function and flow.

    Strategic transitions between rooms enhance usability without compromising style. Upstairs, the floorplan was completely reimagined to include a true primary suite and en suite bathrooms for each bedroom—bringing comfort and privacy to the forefront.

    The redesigned kitchen features Shaker-style cabinetry and modern finishes that complement the home’s historic aesthetic. Outside, the backyard was transformed into a private retreat with a sleek pool, sauna, cold plunge, outdoor shower, and a spacious covered patio designed for year-round enjoyment. A large sliding-glass door creates a seamless connection between the living area and backyard, while a fully opening kitchen window doubles as a bar—perfect for poolside entertaining.

    Clarkbuilt’s collaboration with Wise Design and Sasquatch Architecture reflects a shared commitment to honoring architectural heritage while adapting it with intention for contemporary life.

Outdoor patio scene with two wooden lounge chairs and a small round table near a swimming pool, surrounded by greenery and a wooden fence.
Backyard with swimming pool, patio, and modern house with white wood siding and large windows, surrounded by trees.
Outdoor pool area with a wooden shower panel, surrounded by trees and greenery, featuring stone tiles and a clear blue swimming pool.
Modern backyard area with a pool, patio, and hammock, featuring a wood-paneled house exterior, large windows, sliding glass doors, and indoor-outdoor bar seating.
Outdoor swimming pool with people relaxing, sitting on chairs by the poolside, surrounded by greenery and wooden fencing.
Modern outdoor patio with wooden ceiling, hammock chair, bar stools, countertop, and cozy seating area, surrounded by a wooden fence and greenery.
Modern outdoor patio with a hanging hammock chair, black wicker chairs, a round black table with a drink and book, wooden ceiling, and wooden privacy fence. Lush greenery is visible in the background.
Outdoor patio with a wooden deck, three colorful bar stools, a black countertop with drinks and fruit, and a window opening to an indoor kitchen with plants and appliances.
A modern staircase with wooden steps and railing, a plaid rug on the floor, and a hallway leading to glass doors. There is a wall light fixture and a piece of abstract art on the wall. A wicker basket and sandals are near the doors.
Modern living room with white walls, green sectional sofa, geometric rug, and contemporary light fixture, hardwood floor, wooden door with glass panels, and large windows.
Modern living room with wooden staircase, white walls, abstract painting, and stylish furniture. Features a bookshelf, fireplace, and patterned rugs.
Modern living room with a fireplace, abstract artwork, black leather lounge chair, green tufted sofa, round coffee table, bookshelves, and large windows with white curtains.
Modern living room with green modular sofa, round metal coffee table with books, black leather lounge chair, geometric rug, wall mask art, large windows, and potted plant.
Modern living room with a blue sectional sofa, two armchairs, a black fireplace, bookshelves, and a large chandelier. The room is decorated with wall art and sculptures, and features large windows and a cozy rug.
Modern dining room with a wooden table and six chairs on a patterned rug, decorative wall art, hanging metallic chandelier, potted plant, and orchid centerpiece.
Modern kitchen with a wooden island, white cabinets, and large black-framed windows. A person stands by the sink. Glassware is displayed in a cabinet. Overhead pendant lights illuminate the space, and there are stools by the island.
Modern kitchen with white cabinetry, black countertop, integrated appliances, glass-fronted display cabinet, wooden dining chairs, and artichokes in a bowl on the table.
Modern kitchen with wood island, black countertop, hanging white pendant lights, open shelves, and large windows.
Modern kitchen with dark cabinets, open wooden shelves with dishes, a blurred person walking, and a large vase with flowers on the countertop.
Modern kitchen with wooden shelves, white dishes, cookbooks, dark cabinets, and a countertop with a bowl of peaches and a vase of flowers.
Modern bathroom interior with white walls, a toilet, a gray vanity with brass hardware, a white vessel sink, and a decorative brass light fixture on the wall.
Modern kitchen and dining area with large windows, a chandelier, wooden furniture, potted plants, and a countertop with stools.
Minimalist bathroom with a modern white vessel sink on a dark countertop, gold faucet, and towel rack, dark blue vanity with gold drawer handles, and a wall mirror.
Modern bathroom interior with dual sinks, wood cabinetry, and black herringbone tiled wall. Features two mirrors, gold fixtures, and a vase with orange flowers.
Modern bathroom with wooden vanity, white countertop, dual sinks, gold faucets, a large mirror with black herringbone wall tiles, geometric black and white floor tiles, a window, and a vase with orange flowers.
Bright walk-in closet with organized clothes, white cabinetry, wicker laundry basket, and potted plant on a dresser.
Modern bedroom with blue bedding, gray armchair and ottoman, a fireplace with blue tile, large windows with gray curtains, a wall mirror, and a potted plant.
Home office with dark blue walls, large windows, and wooden floor. Features a wooden desk with chairs, bookshelves, books, a decorative mask, and indoor plants. Wall art hangs above the shelves, and a desk lamp is on the table.
Modern home office with wooden desk, two mid-century chairs, large windows, potted plant, and office supplies.
Bedroom with an open closet featuring wooden shelving, hanging clothes, a wicker basket, and small items like books and a toy house. A bed with a blue quilt and orange blanket is in the foreground, beneath a modern ceiling light.
Playroom with wooden furniture, puzzle pieces on the floor, a small table with chairs, decorative pillows, and a plush toy tiger. Wall art hangs above a storage bench.
Room interior with floral wallpaper, wooden chair, floor lamp, plush rug, stuffed seal toy, basket with books, and a Chinese checkers game.
Modern bedroom with gray upholstered headboard, colorful pillows, pink knit blanket, wooden nightstand with a round lamp and candle, and wall art above the bed.
Bedroom with orange bedding, a yellow round pillow, white nightstand with decor, and wall art above the bed.