The Chi Omega Sorority House at the University of Oregon was designed in 1926 by architect Roscoe Deleur Hemenway. In 2000 this home gained entry onto the National Register of Historic Places as a significant example of the Jacobethan Style. The objective of this interior remodel was to elegantly restore the entry and living room finishes and update the furnishings. In collaboration with interior designer Beverly Stonecypher, a plan was developed to update the rooms in a manner that both respects the original design and accommodates the lifestyle of college women today. 

The original mahogany and Douglas fir woodwork, which had long ago been painted over, was completely stripped and refinished to bring out the rich, dark tones of the wood. The existing carpet was removed to expose the aged oak flooring, which was then repaired and refinished. The pre-cast concrete fireplace was stripped of paint and restored to its authentic textured finish. 

The living room space was made more usable by dividing it into three zones, each with a different purpose and focus. Vintage furniture was reupholstered and supplemented with new sofas, chairs, fabrics, and accessories. The result is a celebration of the richness and history of the original home, combined with the features and comforts necessary for the modern sorority living environment.