RBA Featured in Oregonian for Thoughtful Mid-Century Modern Renovation

We were excited to see this recent OregonLive feature about our Hunter Residence project, “This ‘Brady Bunch’ Portland house just sold for over asking price. See why.”

The home selling above reinforces something we see often in our work at Risa Boyer Architecture: well-preserved and thoughtfully updated mid-century homes continue to resonate deeply with homeowners.

For us, this kind of story is less about nostalgia and more about design integrity. Mid-century modern homes were built around clear ideas—connection to landscape, efficient planning, honest materials, and expressive yet restrained detailing. When those qualities are maintained and carefully restored, they don’t just survive the market—they thrive in it.

As we work with our clients who have an appreciation for authenticity, the home’s original architectural voice drives the design. That is the foundation of successful mid-century modern renovation: knowing what to preserve, what to refine, and where contemporary living can quietly enhance the original intent without erasing it.

At RBA, we see mid-century homes as living frameworks rather than static relics. Our work focuses on strengthening what already makes these houses special, bringing clarity to spatial flow, improving performance, and elevating material moments while staying true to the spirit of the era.

Stories like this affirm why we continue to be drawn to mid-century modern renovation in Portland and beyond. When these homes are handled with care, their value—both cultural and financial—becomes unmistakable.