Everyone gravitates to the kitchen. After all, that's where the food is, the drinks are being served and it's often the warmest, coziest location in the house. The popularity of kitchen islands stem from this idea: create a gathering spot for you, your family and your friends to be together. However, there are some drawbacks to islands. First and foremost is the seating for an island, all on one side, all in a row. Great for conversation with the chef but not so much for one

Wise Design was approached by our lovely client to assist with their newly purchased home. Our clients had already undertaken extensive renovations but needed help in a few key areas. In the formal living room, a fireplace received a fresh plaster treatment, flanked with fluted cabinetry and floating shelves. A gorgeous rug by SMG Collective grounds our client's stunning furniture arrangement. ​ The hallway bathroom was entirely renovated with new cement tile from Zia Tile an

Introducing the Grant Park Home project! This gorgeous craftsman home in the historic Grant Park neighborhood of Northeast Portland had...