Eclectic Whole-Home
Move-In Refresh Design

ARCHITECTURE | Modern

LOCATION | SE Portland

As part of its move-in transformation, this modern Clinton neighborhood home used a custom design map to guide all updates. The plan focused on furniture, fixtures, and finishes, including paint, lighting, and hardware, allowing the home’s architecture and natural light to remain front and center while bringing personality and cohesion to the interiors.

DESIGN & STYLING: WENDY COMBS STUDIO
PHOTOGRAPHY: SPIN

Modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, coffee table, flat-screen TV, and a fireplace. Features a chandelier, wall art, decorative plants, and a wooden cabinet. Bright with natural light and minimalist decor.

before

Modern living space with minimalist design featuring a built-in fireplace surrounded by white walls. A black planter with a small plant is next to a wooden chair. A wooden cabinet is integrated into the wall, and a shelf displaying books and a jar with a plant sits below the fireplace. A staircase with vertical railings is in the background.
Modern dining room with a wooden table, mixed chairs, and a minimalist chandelier. A staircase with wooden steps and metal railing is in the background, flanked by large windows and contemporary artwork on the walls.
Modern bathroom with double sink vanity, wooden cabinet, two mirrors, white bathtub, shower curtain, and potted plants.

THE ASK

The goal was to create a cohesive plan for the move in, rather than making decisions room by room over time. The focus was on establishing clear direction for furniture, finishes, and fixtures that would work together throughout the home and support a clean, modern style with warmth and character. During the inspection process, a leak was discovered in one of the bathrooms, making a straightforward renovation necessary.

DESIGN APPROACH

The project was guided by a comprehensive, strategic design process. Existing furniture and pieces were carefully evaluated to determine what worked within the home and what needed to be added or replaced. New selections were introduced thoughtfully, with attention to scale, function, and how each piece interacted with light and sightlines.

Paint, lighting, hardware, and color were coordinated to create a consistent visual language throughout the home, allowing personality to come through without overwhelming the modern architecture. The bathroom renovation followed a minimal modern approach, with changes driven by function and durability rather than unnecessary visual complexity.

THE RESULT

The finished home feels cohesive, comfortable, and personal, with a clear design language carried throughout. By approaching the project strategically and addressing the bathroom renovation within the same framework, the home developed a distinct character while keeping changes focused and efficient.

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