Two Very Different Kinds of SE Portland Kitchens
Sellwood-Moreland, Hawthorne, and Richmond are mostly early-1900s bungalows and four-squares with the same closed-off, small-footprint kitchens common across older Portland neighborhoods. Further east — toward Foster-Powell, Mt. Scott, and the areas closer to I-205 — you’ll find more 1950s–1970s ranch-style homes, which usually already have a more open layout but come with their own dated finishes and appliance placement from that era.
We’ve completed real projects in both settings, including full kitchen remodels in Sellwood-Moreland and Hawthorne — see our recent work on the homepage for real examples from this part of the city.
Common Kitchen Projects in the Area
Bungalow kitchen openings
Removing a non-structural wall in Sellwood and Hawthorne-era homes to connect kitchen and dining space.
Ranch-home cabinet updates
Replacing dated 1960s–70s cabinetry in an already-open layout — see our full cabinet options.
Full permitted remodels
Complete kitchen renovations start to finish — see our full process for what that involves.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you work in both Sellwood and the outer neighborhoods?
Yes — we cover this entire part of the city, from the older bungalow neighborhoods near the river out to the ranch-home areas closer to I-205.
Are older homes in this area more likely to need electrical updates?
Homes built before the 1950s in Sellwood, Hawthorne, and Richmond often still have knob-and-tube wiring in parts of the house. Homes from the 1960s–70s in outer SE typically don’t have this issue, though panel capacity can still be a factor.
Can you match cabinetry to an older bungalow’s character?
Yes — we work with material and style choices that fit the era of the home rather than defaulting to one look for every project.
Portland Homeowners on Their New Kitchens
“We absolutely love our new kitchen! The team understood what we wanted and transformed the space beautifully. Everything feels more functional and modern.”
“Our small kitchen feels completely different now. The new layout and storage made a huge difference. The whole process was smooth and professional.”
“The kitchen turned out even better than we expected. The design, workmanship, and attention to detail were excellent. We couldn’t be happier with the result.”
Ready to Talk About Your Kitchen?
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