Welcome to the House of Light, a main floor renovation in the beloved Oak Hills neighborhood of Beaverton, famous for its mid-century homes and large private green areas.

What began as a simple kitchen renovation unfolded into something much more personal. Early in our conversations, my clients shared the real pain points in their home—the way hosting bottlenecked at the front door, how a talented home chef was hosting large groups and working to make meals from two tiny slivers of countertop, and how a space meant to gather their community just wasn’t supporting the way they live.

This family is a beacon for the people around them. Their home is where music is made, faith is nurtured, hospitality is extended, and light—literal and spiritual—fills the room. So when the husband told me his dream was to give his wife a kitchen with “all the light in the world,” that became our north star.

To bring that vision to life, we opened walls and reconfigured windows and doors to encourage flow and welcome in as much natural light as possible, then reimagined the layout with intention and function at the forefront: dedicated zones for cooking, prep, serving, and clean-up; a dishes-and-buffet area designed for big gatherings; and a quiet morning nook carved out just for him—an introvert’s refuge with views of nature.

In the end, we weren’t just renovating a kitchen—we were carving out a space that reflects the way this family gathers, gives, and shines—a truly bright House of Light.

Collaborators

GC: A New Image Remodeling + Exteriors
Photography: Zee Wendell