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Marina's 610-Square-Foot Loft in Oregon

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Marina's 610-Square-Foot Loft in Oregon

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Home Type

Loft

Location

Portland, Oregon

Style

Eclectic

Bedrooms

0

Square feet

610

Sq ft

610

Name: Marina De Salis

Years lived in: Less than 1 year, rented

Household: Just me!

Have any design professionals worked on this space? No

Why is your home the smallest, coolest space?

My loft is a verdant sanctuary, hidden in Portland’s historic Alphabet District. My vision was to create a casually elegant space to live and work, with enough room to entertain guests. I moved in with only a carry-on, so the majority of my furnishings were thrifted or gifted by friends. To maximize the living space and add privacy, I designed a separate mezzanine sleeping area.

How does your home reflect you?

Until now, I’ve lived a very scattered nomadic lifestyle, so this home represents a fresh start and reflects a new creative chapter in my life. It feels like the most authentic expression of my personal design style. Overall, I wanted to have a peaceful and cohesive environment, and incorporate the playful sophistication of the French Riviera, where I grew up.

Connect with Marina

Instagram: @mfromfaraway