Mary True

Mary True Residential Project Planning & Design helps homeowners navigate home improvement with practical planning, thoughtful design, and personalized consultations. Founded by Oregon native Mary True, the business draws on her more than two decades of experience in construction and design, including projects throughout Portland. Mary’s approach centers on understanding each client’s needs, personality, and lifestyle, then helping chart a clear path toward a home that feels truly their own.

Services include consultations for remodeling and new construction, project planning, and help setting a vision for existing spaces. Mary works with clients to develop cohesive, step-by-step plans that prioritize functional, efficient, quality interiors and good value. Her guidance can help homeowners decide where to start, plan and prioritize improvements, consider project costs, and find referrals to contractors and suppliers. With a focus on small-space living and organization, Mary aims to make the home improvement process more manageable and less stressful. Her design guidance is tailored to each client’s budget, timeline, and lifestyle, supporting spaces that are both practical and inspiring.