Peaks, Cornices and Columns

On June 6, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, design, Houses, Nikon D7000, PortlandLeave a comment

Another example of the turn of the century ( 20th ) design found in homes in NW Portland.

Twin Peaks

On June 5, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, design, Houses, Nikon D7000, PortlandLeave a comment

Peaks

On June 4, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, design, Houses, Nikon D7000, PortlandLeave a comment

A sampling of roof lines in the NW section of Portland. The details that went into the older, turn of the century homes are fascinating and fun.

Weathered House in NW Portland

On June 3, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, Houses, Portland, Urban DecayLeave a comment

A very weathered, old house in NW Portland, not far from downtown. This house could really use some TLC.

Seattle’s Painted Ladies

On March 31, 2012 By Fred KingIn Capitol Hill, Houses, SeattleLeave a comment

Seattle‘s version of the ‘Painted Ladies‘. Above, another perspective on the Geometric House from yesterday. My guess is that the dormer was done recently.

Details

On March 30, 2012March 30, 2012 By Fred KingIn Capitol Hill, Houses, SeattleLeave a comment

I’m a sucker for architectural details. How many geometric shapes do you see in this image?

Transluscent

On March 15, 2012 By Fred KingIn Houses, Portland, Uncategorized1 Comment

Spotted on a porch in NE Portland.

Mike’s House: Project Completed

On March 9, 2012March 9, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, Houses, PortlandLeave a comment

For the past two years I have been following the renovation of this house in the Sabin Area of NE Portland, Or. It belongs to a guy named Mike. Mike and I have talked a few times during the course of the renovation, but I have no idea what his last name is. I believe this house belonged to an old guy that I saw once a few years ago, a relative of Mike’s wife. The house was inherited and nearly a tear-down; it was just a horrible mess inside and out. I don’t know how the old guy survived the winters in this house. The house is even more spectacular on the inside. I have peeked in a few windows, but have not seen Mike since he completed the interior. He did everything within his power to keep the integrity of the original design, even down to the shade of yellow he chose for the exterior. If/when I get a chance to walk through the interior I’m sure Mike will allow me to take some photos.

Between Prescott and Alberta

On February 11, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, Houses, PortlandLeave a comment

One of my favorite houses in Portland. Located between Prescott and Alberta St. at 19th ( I think ). The detail on the house from the dental molding to all of the cornice and trim work is just wonderful. Even the chimney has some interesting detail to catch your attention. Last week I walked by the house and noticed that the owner had repainted with a different color scheme, which I am not sure I like as well as this one. I have been looking at this house for over 5 years and still have not mustered the courage to knock on the door and ask if I could look inside.

Less Desirables

On February 3, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, Houses, Portland, SignageLeave a comment

Brooklyn Architecture from the Past

On January 29, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, Houses, New YorkLeave a comment

South Park Past

On January 17, 2012January 17, 2012 By Fred KingIn buildings, Houses, Seattle, Urban DecayLeave a comment

Part of the history of South Park. It might be time to demo what is left of this house and move forward. There is a view of the Duwamish River from this lot, but most of the land on this side of the street are commercial. Very odd neighborhood. I lived here with my family prior to starting school. I must have been @ 4 years old when we lived in South Park. I remember, in the mid-1950’s, walking to the banks of the river with a stick with a piece of string attached on the end thinking I would go fishing. Somewhere there is even a photo of myself and my long deceased cousin Bob standing on a log on the bank of the river with our homemade fishing poles. It seems unmanageable today to imagine a parent allowing a 4 year old to walk a couple of blocks to play in/near a very polluted river. Those were very different times.

99%

On December 18, 2011 By Fred KingIn buildings, Houses, Portland, SignageLeave a comment

One of the 99% and a Netflix subscriber as well.

409

On December 6, 2011 By Fred KingIn buildings, Capitol Hill, HousesLeave a comment

Signage

On December 2, 2011 By Fred KingIn Capitol Hill, Houses, SignageLeave a comment

Solar Panels

On November 22, 2011 By Fred KingIn Houses, PortlandLeave a comment

I love the idea of integrating modern technology into a traditional house. I also love the porch. The porch is facing downtown Portland, for the most part.