Here’s another example of how our clients’ travel experiences were incorporated into their home.  These folks have traveled all over the world, but they have a particular affinity for the art and architecture of Japan.  We learned this very early in the design process, which prompted us to take a trip to the Portland Japanese Garden to research appropriate design details and construction methods.  This is where the picture on the left was taken– at the Sand and Stone Garden.  I think that picture shows a bit of similarity to the picture on the right, which is the completed entry to the home.  It took some effort to get those irregular stepping stones recessed into the Maple flooring, but it was very rewarding to see the clients so happy with this one-of-a-kind detail.  

–Emma