5430 NE 32nd Ave, Portland, OR 97211

Oblique is a pair of award-winning, cedar-clad homes by Adret Architecture in Portland’s belovedly vibrant Alberta Arts district. Distinct by design. Private by nature. An urban retreat defined by abundant light, remarkable energy performance, and a seamless connection to the outdoors. Two upper decks, lined with wood and discreetly veiled from the street, catch the day’s first and last light while neighboring homes remain cloaked in shadows; a tempting invite for a tranquil morning coffee or evening aperitivo. The chef’s kitchen is the heart of the home around which all other spaces orbit—the faceted island the centerpiece. Dinner and conversation spill out onto the back patio through an expansive wall of effortless sliding triple-pane glass and set amongst lushly-planted gardens. The vaulted third floor—a singular, flexible great room with infinite possibilities—is primed for entertaining as much as movie night. The central suspended stair ties all the spaces together in one...