About Clarkbuilt
Clarkbuilt is a residential construction company based in Portland, Oregon, offering services in custom home builds, remodels, accessory dwelling units (ADUs), and additions. Founded in 2006 by Soren Clark, the company was acquired by Owen Gabbert, LLC in 2023, continuing its focus on quality craftsmanship and collaborative construction. They are licensed in both Oregon and Washington.
Operating as a small but capable team, Clarkbuilt works on projects of varying scale — from detailed interior remodels to full custom home builds. Their in-house cabinet shop and skilled carpenters allow them to bring a hands-on, detail-oriented approach to each project. Their process involves close collaboration with clients and design partners through both the pre-construction and construction phases.
ADU Construction and Related Services
Clarkbuilt has a notable track record in ADU construction. As an experienced ADU contractor and accessory dwelling unit builder, they have completed a wide range of ADU projects across the Portland area and beyond. Their portfolio includes detached ADUs, backyard cottages, and ADU additions combined with remodels — demonstrating experience across different ADU types and site conditions.
Some of their completed ADU projects include:
- Woodlawn ADU
- Castle ADU
- Washington ADU
- Haines ADU + Pool
- Stilts ADU
- Commercial ADU + Remodel
- Mallory ADU
- Beech Haus ADU
- Clinton Park ADU
- 51st ADU + Remodel
- Hancock ADU
This range of completed work reflects their experience as a detached ADU builder and backyard cottage builder in the Pacific Northwest. Each project is approached with attention to the existing home's character while planning for its new addition or structure.
Beyond ADUs, Clarkbuilt's broader service offerings include:
- Large remodels and additions
- Interior remodels
- New custom home construction
- Custom cabinetry through their in-house cabinet shop
Values and Approach
Clarkbuilt places emphasis on collaboration, transparency, and community impact. Their stated mission is to create spaces where people live, work, and gather — working alongside clients and partners who share a commitment to open communication and thoughtful design. They aim to balance design goals, budget considerations, and environmental factors on every project.
The team holds quality as a core value, with each member expected to maintain high personal standards and accountability. They also prioritize working within the communities where they operate, viewing their projects as having a broader positive effect on the neighborhoods they build in.
Clarkbuilt operates out of Portland, Oregon, with an office on NE Oregon Street and a shop on NE 21st Ave. They serve clients throughout Oregon and Washington, holding contractor licenses in both states (CCB# 199369 / WA# CLARK**751JQ).
