Would you live here? In this 1980s makeover, gray takes over white tile countertops and oak cabinetry

It's a guilty pleasure to some, a fact-finding mission for others, but wandering around someone else's newly upgraded home does draw a crowd.

Here's your chance to check out 10 polished, recently remodeled homes -- some with over-the-top features -- at the 16th annualTour of Remodeled Homes in Portland, Lake Oswego, Wilsonville and Tigard from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, March 14, and Sunday, March 15. Tickets, $22 for both days, are available at remodeltourportland.com; 503-684-1880.

Would you live here?

Mountainwood Homes improved a 1980s house with an efficient floor plan and expansive backyard in Northwest Portland's Bethany neighborhood by upgrading and reconfiguring the kitchen and master bathroom. An oversize tub was removed to make room for a spacious shower stall and closet.

The large kitchen had dated, white tile countertops, oak cabinetry, wallpaper and an claustrophobic layout. The island cook top was relocated to the back wall to create a focal point for a professional Wolf range. The refrigerator and microwave now break up a long wall of cabinets. Custom, painted Shaker cabinets brighten up the space and offer ample storage near granite countertops.

In the master bathroom, a built-in makeup vanity has pull-out drawers to store bath and beauty products. The countertop looks like Carrara marble but is low-maintenance quartz accented with a glass tile backsplash. Planked tile flooring resembles wood.

-- Janet Eastman

jeastman@oregonian.com 503-799-8739 @janeteastman

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Would you live here? In this 1980s makeover, gray takes over white tile countertops and oak cabinetry