54 | Oregon Home ORANGE ADAPT INTERIOR DESIGN adaptinteriordesign.com B old color was a late addition for this kitchen by Hannah Hacker of Adapt Design, a Portlandbased firm known for its modern interiors and clever approach to color. The project, a Spanish Colonial Revival in the Southwest Hills, comprised a major kitchen remodel, a mudroom, a primary suite and a kid’s bathroom. Like much of Hacker’s work, it made great use of traditional or historic details working alongside modern touches, including striking orange on the chairs in the family dining area by Design Within Reach. “We designed the kitchen to fit with the home but to provide a neutral backdrop for the homeowner’s colorful pottery,” Hacker says. “Once we unpacked the pottery and displayed it, the space really changed, and we went looking for those brightly colored chairs.” Orange, Hacker says, isn’t everyone’s favorite, but it really brought in the bright energy necessary to enliven the very lively, active family’s space. “People have such strong feelings about orange— positive and negative,” Hacker says. “I personally love it, but I would never try to talk someone into orange if they weren't excited about it.” Color in general—it’s a huge part of the designer's process. She often appears as a way to highlight specific areas or materials once the foundation for a room has been laid. “Color is a great way to make a space unique and personalized for a homeowner,” Hacker says.
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