# ARCIFORM LLC Arciform is a design/build firm in Portland, Oregon that has been renovating historic homes, landmarks, and commercial buildings in the Pacific Northwest since 1997. By preserving traditional ways of building and blending them with modern technologies and performance standards, we design and build solutions that harmonize aesthetics and temperament with function and utility. ## Pages - [arciform-commercial-building-projects-westminster-presbyterian-church](https://www.arciform.com/arciform-commercial-building-projects/arciform-commercial-building-projects-westminster-presbyterian-church) - [washington-highschool-window-replacement](https://www.arciform.com/arciform-commercial-building-projects/washington-highschool-window-replacement) - [arciform-commercial-building-projects-harlow-hotel](https://www.arciform.com/arciform-commercial-building-projects/arciform-commercial-building-projects-harlow-hotel) - [arciform-commercial-building-projects-first-congregational-church](https://www.arciform.com/arciform-commercial-building-projects/arciform-commercial-building-projects-first-congregational-church) - [arciform-commercial-building-projects-hollywood-theatre](https://www.arciform.com/arciform-commercial-building-projects/arciform-commercial-building-projects-hollywood-theatre) - 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Kitchens, baths, basements, additions, and more. - [DESIGN](https://www.arciform.com/design): Experience Arciform's comprehensive design services, honed over decades of creating beautiful, functional spaces for Portland homes. Our professional team crafts detailed plans that honor your home's character while meeting contemporary living standards. - [HOMES](https://www.arciform.com/homes): View our residential remodeling projects in Portland, reflecting years of expertise in kitchens, bathrooms, ADUs, additions, and more. Discover the Arciform difference in preserving character while modernizing homes. - [ADDITIONS](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/additions): Maximize your Portland home's potential with a custom addition by Arciform. Our experienced team seamlessly blends new spaces with existing structures, respecting architectural heritage while meeting 21st century needs. - [BATHS](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/bathroom): Elevate your bathroom with Arciform's remodeling artistry, cultivated through years of creating stunning, functional spaces in Portland. We respect your home's heritage while incorporating modern luxury and comfort. - [WHOLE HOUSE REMODEL](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/whole-house-remodeling): Considering a whole house remodel? Arciform's visionary approach to remodeling ensures exceptional results, transforming your entire Portland home while preserving its unique character. Let's discuss your vision for a complete home makeover. - [Iconic](https://www.arciform.com/iconic): In the pages of Iconic Magazine, explore how we combine history with the stories of new owners, anticipating new purposes, we have redesigned, remodeled, restored and reinvigorated the older buildings we love, preserving and enhancing their stories for present and future generations. - [ASSOCIATIONS](https://www.arciform.com/about/associations): We proudly support these organizations. - [CONTACT](https://www.arciform.com/contact): Ready to start your remodeling project with Portland's experienced design-build firm? Contact Arciform for a free consultation. Let's discuss how we can apply our decades of expertise to bring your vision to life. - [BUILDINGS](https://www.arciform.com/arciform-commercial-building-projects): Browse Arciform's portfolio of commercial projects, demonstrating our long standing expertise in adapting Portland's commercial spaces. See how we blend heritage with modern functionality in office spaces, retail, and more. - [Sellwood Garthwick Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/sellwood-garthwick-contractor): Contractor for Sellwood’s Victorians, Craftsman bungalows, and everything in between. We’ve been renovating Portland’s most distinctive homes for decades. - [Alameda Beaumont Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/alameda-beaumont-contractor): Discover a trusted contractor who honors the rich Craftsman and Tudor heritage of Portland’s Alameda and Beaumont neighborhoods - [Portland Heights Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/portland-heights-contractor): Portland Heights contractor for homes with a century of history and hillside complexity. We bring the experience this neighborhood’s architecture requires. - [Piedmont Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/piedmont-contractor): Piedmont’s early 1900s homes deserve a contractor who respects Conservation District guidelines. We deliver renovation results that belong in this neighborhood. - [Mississippi Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/mississippi-contractor): The right contractor sees value in Mississippi’s workers’ cottages and bungalows. We preserve what makes them genuine while updating them for how you live today. - [ATTICS](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/attic): Thoughtful attic renovation and remodeling in Portland. - [EXTERIORS](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/exterior): Enhance your home's curb appeal with Arciform's exterior remodeling services, backed by over 25 years of experience. We preserve architectural heritage while updating Portland homes to modern standards of beauty, safety, and efficiency. - [Kenton Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/kenton-contractor): Built as a company town in 1906, Kenton’s solid homes call for a dependable contractor. We handle renovation from design through construction. Since 1997. - [Woodlawn Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/woodlawn-contractor): One of Portland’s oldest neighborhoods, Woodlawn spans six decades of home construction. Find a contractor with the depth this housing stock demands. - [Dunthorpe Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/dunthorpe-contractor): Dunthorpe contractor for estate-scale renovations on Portland’s most private and well-built residential properties. Design-build since 1997. - [Northwest Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/nw-portland-contractor): NW Portland contractor for the Alphabet District’s grand Victorians and Craftsman estates. Decades of hands-on knowledge in period restoration and design-build. - [Hawthorne Belmont Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/hawthorne-belmont-contractor): Hawthorne and Belmont contractor for Portland’s close-in southeast bungalows and vintage homes. We work the way these well-loved homes were built. Since 1997. - [Elliot Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/eliot-contractor): From 1880s Victorians to Craftsman bungalows, Eliot needs a contractor who listens. We bring a collaborative approach to this layered neighborhood. - [AWARDS](https://www.arciform.com/about/awards): Explore the awards and accolades Arciform has earned throughout our years of excellence in design and construction. Our recognition reflects our longstanding commitment to quality and innovation in Portland. - [Copy of DESIGN SANDBOX](https://www.arciform.com/copy-of-design-sandbox): Experience Arciform's comprehensive design services, honed over decades of creating beautiful, functional spaces for Portland homes. Our professional team crafts detailed plans that honor your home's character while meeting contemporary living standards. - [BASEMENTS](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/basements): Unlock your basement's potential with Arciform's exceptional remodeling services. - [KITCHENS](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/kitchen): Transform your kitchen with Arciform's award winning designs and seamless process, refined over decades of experience. Our Portland based designers blend historic charm with cutting edge functionality to create your dream kitchen. - [Google Ad Landing Page - Kitchens](https://www.arciform.com/portland-historic-kitchen-remodeling): Design and build kitchens that honor Portland's historic homes. Custom cabinetry, expert craftsmanship. Schedule your complimentary consultation. - [EMILY HENDERSON](https://www.arciform.com/working-with-emily-henderson): When designer and Instagram influencer Emily Henderson, @em_henderson, found a vintage farmhouse on THREE SECLUDED ACRES in the middle of an incredible suburb 15 minutes from Downtown Portland she just knew it was meant to be – and, she also knew she would need help tackling the renovation. - [Mt. Tabor Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/mt-tabor-contractor): Mt Tabor contractor for homes ranging from 1908 Craftsman estates to mid-century moderns. We work confidently across every era of Portland architecture. - [COMMERCIAL](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/commercial-projects): Arciform brings decades of design build knowledge to commercial remodeling in Portland. We blend timeless architecture with modern functionality, preserving your property's unique aesthetic. - [RESTORE](https://www.arciform.com/restoration): Trust Arciform's quarter century of expertise in historic home restoration in Portland. We meticulously preserve architectural heritage while updating homes for contemporary comfort and functionality. Let us breathe new life into your historic property. - [NEIGHBORHOODS](https://www.arciform.com/portland): Arciform has been renovating Portland’s historic and vintage homes since 1997. Explore our work across Irvington, Laurelhurst, Eastmoreland, and more. Book your complimentary consultation. - [PORTFOLIO](https://www.arciform.com/portfolio): Explore Arciform's stunning portfolio, showcasing decades of remodeling Portland homes and commercial spaces. Get inspired by how we've preserved unique stories while enhancing properties for modern use. - [OUR TEAM](https://www.arciform.com/about/team): Meet our accomplished Portland team of designers, architects, and craftspeople who blend artistry and precision in every build. Discover the faces behind our enduring commitment to quality. - [GARAGES](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/garages-and-outbuildings): Elevate your garage into a premium, multifunctional space with Arciform's award-winning residential renovation services. Our Portland team has extensive experience converting underutilized spaces into functional areas that respect your property's heritage while meeting contemporary needs. - [PRESS](https://www.arciform.com/about/press): See how Arciform has been featured in local and national publications over the years. Read articles and stories about our award winning remodeling projects that have shaped Portland's architectural landscape. - [Ladds Addition Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/ladds-addition-contractor): Portland's oldest historic district calls for a contractor who knows the guidelines and the homes. We've been renovating Ladd's Addition bungalows for decades. - [Laurelhurst Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/laurelhurst-contractor): Choosing the right Laurelhurst contractor turns renovation into a rewarding experience. We specialize in sensitive work that honors planned community architecture and historic guidelines. - [Eastmoreland Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/eastmoreland-contractor): Eastmoreland's Tudor and Colonial Revival homes were built to last. We're the contractor who makes sure your renovation lives up to that same standard. - [Irvington Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/irvington-contractor): Finding a skilled Irvington contractor who understands historic homes makes all the difference. We bring craftsmanship and care to every renovation that respects the neighborhood’s rich architectural heritage - [Kings Hill Neighborhood Page](https://www.arciform.com/portland/kings-hill-contractor): As an experienced King's Hill contractor, we deliver thoughtful renovations that honor the character of your historic home while respecting landmark requirements and beautiful period architecture. - [HOME](https://www.arciform.com/): Arciform is a design build firm in Portland, Oregon that has been renovating historic homes, landmarks, and commercial buildings in the Pacific Northwest since 1997. Arciform specializes in reimagining historic spaces, revolutionizing layouts to adapt to 21st-century lifestyles while preserving architectural heritage. - [ADUs](https://www.arciform.com/remodel/adu): Considering an ADU in Portland? Arciform's unique experience as a leading ADU builder ensures thoughtful guidance through design, permitting, and construction. We blend timeless architecture with modern functionality, preserving your property's unique aesthetic. - [The Inside Story](https://www.arciform.com/blog): Go behind the scenes with The Inside Story, where we share in depth details about Arciform's design process, challenges, and triumphs. Benefit from our years of project experience in Portland. ## Blog Posts - [Making Life Work During a Kitchen or Bathroom Remodel](https://www.arciform.com/blog/living-through-kitchen-bathroom-remodel): Living Through a Kitchen or Bathroom Remodel | Arciform - [What You Usually Find Behind the Siding of a Century-Old Portland House](https://www.arciform.com/blog/what-you-usually-find-behind-the-siding-of-a-century-old-portland-house): What is Behind an Old Portland Home’s Siding | Arciform - [Your Basement Is Dark. Maybe That Is a Good Thing](https://www.arciform.com/blog/your-basement-is-dark-maybe-that-is-a-good-thing): Dark Basement Design Ideas for Portland’s Older Homes | Arciform - [The FIR Program: A Smoother Permitting Experience for Your Portland Remodel](https://www.arciform.com/blog/portland-fir-program): FIR Program: Streamlining Portland Remodeling Permits | Arciform - [Home Additions for Historic Portland Homes: Your Guide to Growing with Character](https://www.arciform.com/blog/home-additions-historic-portland-guide): Your Guide to Home Additions for Historic Portland Homes | Arciform - [Basement Remodeling for Portland’s Older Homes: Unlock the Space You Already Have](https://www.arciform.com/blog/basement-remodeling-portland-historic-homes-guide): Basement Remodeling for Portland’s Older Homes | Arciform - [Transforming the Space Under Your Roof: A Portland Homeowner's Guide to Attic Remodels](https://www.arciform.com/blog/8-steps-to-a-stunning-attic-remodel-portland-homeowners-guide) - [How to Plan a Whole House Remodel - Even if You Are Doing it in Phases](https://www.arciform.com/blog/how-to-plan-a-whole-house-remodel-even-if-you-are-doing-it-in-phases): Phased Whole House Remodel: How to Plan a Renovation in Stages | Arciform Portland - [Is Open Shelving Right for Your Kitchen?](https://www.arciform.com/blog/open-shelving-pros-and-cons): Open Shelving in Vintage Kitchens and When It Works Best - [Maximize Livability in Your Home with a Sleeping Porch Conversion](https://www.arciform.com/blog/maximize-livability-in-your-home-with-a-sleeping-porch-conversion): How to Convert a Sleeping Porch in a Historic Home - [Yes, Your 100-Year-Old Portland House Can Have the Perfect Kitchen Island](https://www.arciform.com/blog/kitchen-island-design-guide-historic-homes): Kitchen Island Design for Your Historic Portland Home - [Custom Pantry Ideas for Historic Homes: Solutions We've Built for Portland Kitchens](https://www.arciform.com/blog/custom-pantries-portland-historic-homes-butlers-built-ins-conversions): Custom Pantries in Portland Historic Homes | Arciform Builds - 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