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The Harry McCormick HouseThe Harry McCormick House

2712 SE SALMON STREET PORTLAND OR 97214

A Piece of Portland’s Past

The Harry McCormick House, designed by architect

Christoper C. Robbins, is a stunningly grand home built between the years of 1907 - 1910. Its historic splendor has been impeccably restored while offering all of the modern conveniences of today.

Harry McCormick was a wealthy sawmill and timber operator in Portland at the turn of the last century. In 1907 he commissioned architect Christopher C. Robbins to build a fine home on the hilltop of what was then referred to as East Salmon Street.

Originally the house and carriage house, which still stands to the East, occupied the entire North side of the East Salmon Street block. It took three years to build, being completed in 1910. Mr. McCormick and his family also had a home in Los Angeles and it was there, less than a year after his Portland home was completed, that he died of a heart attack while running to catch the Catalina Island Ferry.

Later uses for the house have been largely institutional, including, occupancy by the Western Union Baptist Theological Seminary and The Rosicrucian Society. In the 1980’s, the house returned to single family residence.

FRONT ENTRY Views from the gated entry to the sweeping wrap-around tiled veranda and gardens eventually focus in on the magnificent leaded glass door and sidelights.

The Front Door Glass When the current owner purchased the home in 2011, the front door and two side lights were glazed in simple plate glass. Local historians found and provided a photograph of the original glass door fitted with Povey Brothers beveled & leaded glass. The owner commissioned David Schlicker Art Glass Studio to reproduce the original design using this photograph as his only guide. Three weeks after the design had been approved and construction began, Mr. Schlicker received a visitor with a window for repair. It turned out to be the original front door emerging from more than 40 years of storage in Hood River! How it wound up with the current owner is still a mystery, but the coincidence allowed the original and reproduction to be compared.

The only noticeable difference is the presence of several round jewels where the original leaded glass had been diamonds. See the attached pictures for a view of the original and the reproduction. Based on his years of experience with Povey Brothers windows, Mr. Schlicker also restored the beveled and leaded glass windows in the dining room and created the glass on the stair landing and the peacock window in the living room.

ENTRY FOYER

• HondurasMahoganypanelingandboxbeamceiling.Decorativelyinlaidoakfloors.

• OriginalantiquePoveyBrothersleadedglasswindowbesidestairs.

• Juliettebalconyonstairlanding.

• ArtsandCraftscopperandmicasconceandhexagonalchandelierbyEvergreenStudios.Antiquewallsconces.BradburyandBradburywallpaper.

• ”Control4”systemforlightingscenes,withwallswitchbesidefrontdoor.

• Centralvacuumoutletwith40+foot,power-retractedhose,incloset.

With original quarter-sawn White Oak millwork and box beam ceilings, imagine the guests that this vast 20x40 formal living room must have received in its day. The living room enjoys both East and West light exposure, from dawn to dusk. Its side door allows access to the wrap-around veranda and west-side outside staircase.

Living Room

• Extraordinary,originaltilefireplacesurroundwithhammeredcopperedging.

• Wallsdecorativelypaintedinblondeparchmentfinishandhandstenciled.

• SixhammeredcopperandmicapendantsandsconcesbyEvergreenStudios.

• 2original8-bulbwaterfallceilinglightfixtures.

LIVING ROOM HIGHLIGHTS

Study The original “leather-style” wallpaper and border that remains intact in this room was manufactured by the Birge Wallpaper Company. The study also displays a placard dedicating the Harry McCormick House.

• Quarter-sawnWhiteOakpaneling,boxbeamceiling,millwork,pocketdoorsandbookcasesflankingthefireplace.Decorativelyinlaidoakfloors.

• OriginalArtsandCraftstilefireplacewithhammeredcopperedging.

• OriginalantiquePoveyBrothersleadglasswindows.

• Hammeredcoppercurtainrod,fireplaceedgingbyEvergreenStudios.

Dining RoomSurrounded by restored original beveled and lead glass Povey Brothers windows, this large dining room is perfect for entertaining and dinner parties.

HIGHLIGHTS

• OriginalWhiteOakpocketdoors.

• Magnificentbuilt-inhutchwithbeveledglassdoors,mirroredback.

• HammeredcopperandmicapendantsbyEvergreenStudios.

• HammeredcoppercurtainrodsandchandelierbyEvergreenStudios.

• BradburyandBradburywallpaper.

KITCHEN HIGHLIGHTS

• Wolfrange,6-burner,gastopandelectricconvectionoven.

• Herringbonebrickfloorwithradiantheat.“Liveedge”walnutslabisland.

• 48”widestainlesssteelSub-Zerorefrigeratorwithglasswindow.

• Blacksoapstonebuilt-in-placesinkandcountertops.

• Custombuilt-in-placecabinetsanddrawers,leadedglasswindows.

• Libraryladderandrailforeasyaccesstotallback-litglasscabinets.

• Three-tapbeertowerservicedbyrefrigeratedKegeratorhousedinbasementlevel

• Separateprepsinkwithgarbagedisposal.

• Wideplank,engineeredWalnutfloor,ecologicallyharvestedfrom‘spent’orchards

• PrattandLarsenTile;Waterstonefixtures.

• “Control4”systemforbuilt-inspeakersandlightingscenes,wallswitchesadjacenttoeachentrypointandviaonebuilt-incontroller.

• Twocentralvacuum-powered“dustpans”,locatedinkickspaceofeachworkzone.

• Centralvacuumoutletwith40+foot,power-retractedhose,inkitchenhallcloset.

KitchenThe state-of-the-art kitchen is divided into two work areas: preparation and cooking in the front and clean-up section adjacent. A 12-inch thick exposed brick wall separates the two. A large ‘casual dining’ area opens off the kitchen with a walnut wood booth and herringbone brick floor. A back door allows side yard outside access.

Entry Foyer Powder Room• Reproductionturn-of-centurytile

byHeritageTileandMosaics.

• Watersavingdualflush,concealedtankcommode.Antiquechinasink.

West Master Bedroom Suite• Seasonalviewofdowntown.

• Cozyadjacentsittingroomcontainsawood-burningfireplace.

• Largewalk-inclosetwithmirroreddoors.

• LargebathroomwithmarbletileandoriginalPoveyBrothersleadedglasswindows.

North bedroom• Gumwoodmillwork.

• Centralvacuumoutletwith40+feet,power-retractedhose,incloset.

East BedroomFrench doors from this bedroom connect to a large fully-screened and tile-floored sleeping porch. Perched among the treetops for a private, quiet setting with discreetly installed speakers if music is desired.

2nd Floor2nd Floor

Upper foyer• HondurasMahoganymillwork.

Decorativelyinlaidoakfloors.Columnedarchway.

• Newlyinstalledrecessedspotlightstoshowcaseartworkoverstaircase.

• OriginalPoveyBrothersleadedglasswindow.Original,brassgas/electricchandelier.

• Largebuilt-inwardrobewithmirroreddoors.

• “Control4”systemforlightingscenes,withwallswitchbesidestaircase.

Rear Hall• Darkstained,clear,flatgrain,

Douglasfirmillwork.

• DoortoreardeckwithexcellentviewsoftheSouthernsky,perfectforastronomy.

• Containsanichethatisplumbedandwiredtoaccommodateafuturebeveragebar.

• Centralvacuumoutletwith40+feet,power-retractedhose,incloset.

• Discreethydraulicelevatorprovidesaccesstoall4levels.

South Bath Coined the ‘antique bathroom’, this gorgeous lavatory is fully restored to period appearance. The ribcage shower, salvaged from Seattle, originally existed in the home of a turn-of-the-century Tacoma judge.

Highlights• Reproductionturn-of-

centurytilebyHeritageTileandMosaics.

• Antique,fullyrestoredribcageshowerinnickel-platedbrass.

• Antique,restoredserpentinefrontpedestalsinkfromHippoHardwareandcommodefromasalvageyardinMaine.

• BlueJapanesecarpwallpaper,matchinglaceshower&windowcurtains,allmanufacturedbyJ.R.Burrows&Company,reproducedfromtheMarkTwainHouse.

• Heatedtilefloor.Allantiquerestoredfixturesandlighting,nickel-platedbrass.

South RoomThis room joins the master suite via a connecting door and would make an excellent home office, nursery, or in-law suite. It also has a dedicated door to the rear hall. It contains a handicap accessible kitchenette with gas range, refrigerator, and drawer style dishwasher.

Appreciate the high-level of technology and ambience in this room. A custom acoustical ceiling creates the perfect amount of sound dampening for the concealed surround-sound speakers. “Control 4” operated lighting and window blinds create different levels of illumination for entertaining and media viewing. The sleek bar changes colors, from magenta to blue, emerald to yellow, creating an incredible effect to the owner’s shelving and glassware.

Media Room

• StrikingBiancaStriattaTurkishstripedmarblecounters.

• Built-inicemachine,dishwasher,refrigerator.

• Largewalk-inclosetforelectronics,media,andbarbackstock.

• LongwindowseatspansWestsideofroomandoffersseasonaldowntownviews.

• New,double-pane,tilt-sashwindows.

media room highlights

3rd Floor3rd Floor

Game RoomAll new Douglas fir clear grain paneling and millwork in the game room custom-patterned after the historic dining room paneling and finished with shellac to match. Eight Arts and Crafts style sconces flank the room.

• Bradbury&Bradburywallpaper.Newdouble-panetilt-sashwindows.

• Centralvacuumoutletwith40+foot,power-retractedhose,inEastcloset.

Hallway• Newrecessedlightfixturesfor

artworkoverstaircaseandingallery-stylecorridor.

• Clear,flatgrain,Douglasfirmillwork.

• Centralvacuumoutletwith40+foot,power-retractedhose,incloset.

Bath• Built-incabinetsflankKohler

MemoirsCollectionpedestalsink.

• LargedoubledoorlinenclosetandovalJacuzzitub.

• Tilefloorandtubsurround.Separateshowerstallwithskylightabove.

• New,double-pane,tilt-sashwindow.

south bedroom• Tallwindowsfillthisroomwithbrightsunlight.Newdouble-panetiltsash

windows.Walkincloset.

east bedroom• Greatmorninglight.Largewalk-incloset&rebuiltretractableatticstair

• Historicreproductionwallpaper,“PeruvianLily,”byJ.R.Burrows&Co.

• New,double-pane,tilt-sashwindows.

Many talented people made the renovation possible. A few of them are:

Andrew Adams Design Interior Design, Restored Baths, Kitchen Design

andrew@andrewadamsdesign.com

Gordon Taylor Woodworking Kitchen Cabinets

www.gordon-taylor.com

Evergreen Studios Copper Lighting

www.evergreenstudios.com

David Schlicker Stained Glass Studio

Entry Doors And Numerous Window Restorations www.davidschlicker.com

Fred’s Sound of Music Control 4 Lighting/Music System, Acoustical Ceiling

www.fredsoundofmusic.com

John Rawlinson Landscaper

WHOLE HOUSE AND SYSTEMS INFORMATION

The home’s state of the art “Control 4” smart home technology allows the homeowner to adjust music, home theater, climate control, security, the gated entry, and lighting, all at the touch of a smartphone or tablet. Mechanical upgrades include solar rooftop panels, updated HVAC units, newer water and sewer lines, updated electrical, added attic insulation, tuckpointed brick and restored woods. An interior elevator and a central vacuum system services all 4 levels.

• Allwoodfloorswererefinishedapproximatelytenyearsago

• NewheatpumpHVACsystemforkitchen,separatefromrestof1stfloor.

• NewA/Cunitonroofservices3rdfloor.

BASEMENT The partially finished basement offers southern windows, currently used as a gym. A dedicated ‘dog room’ has a gate and custom-built staircase that leads outside to fenced-in play area. Large laundry with plenty of storage and 2012 front-load washer and dryer. Brick wine cellar.

For More InformationTina Schafer, PC 503.515.4875 tina@urbannestpdx.com