Welcome to Hawthorne Modern at Vista Hills. . . There are houses that inhabit an era, and there are houses that transcend it. Set in Portland's coveted Vista Hills, this exceptional 1968 one-level ranch has been thoughtfully reimagined under the direction of Designer Traci Baughman. Belluschi-inspired geometry, a low-slung profile, and a seamless connection to the landscape honor its mid-century origins while embracing contemporary living. Arrival is an experience itself. A private courtyard unfolds behind a dramatic rock wall, where a cascading waterfall meets a tranquil 2,500-gallon koi pond. Inside, a soaring vaulted great room creates both drama and intimacy, while the dining room flows into a beautifully appointed kitchen with dedicated cooks and serving islands--spaces designed as much for entertaining as for everyday life.Expansive walls of glass dissolve the boundary between interior and garden, drawing the eye toward a magnificent Tulip Poplar tree and gracious patio. The detached, fully finished studio offers refuge for work or quiet reflection. A custom seven-foot wall of flames is a dramatic focal point, transforming the garden into an extraordinary setting for cocktails, dinners, conversation, and connection. Landscape architecture and lighting by Richard Schultz and a sculptural Corten steel installation by Lukas Shuler complete a vision rarely so fully realized creating a thoughtful balance between architecture, art, and nature. More than a renovation, Hawthorne Modern is a considered reinterpretation of mid-century design--preserving the intelligence of the original while creating a home made to be lived in, shared, and remembered. A rare synthesis of architecture, landscape, and design in one of Sothwest Portland's most coveted enclaves.
