NW MODERN WABI SABI
The nature of THE PLACE
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Located at the edge of a forest setting just outside of Portland and within the Columbia River Gorge.
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South-facing orientation.
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Gorge east winds can be significant at times.
The nature of THE CLIENT & THEIR NEEDS
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A home for a couple with a young family.
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To take advantage of the forest setting and the south-facing exposure.
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Wanted the exterior to connect directly with the interior.
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3 bedroom, 2 ½ bath.
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2-car detached garage.
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Create a design that honors materials and time.
THE DESIGN RESPONSE
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L-shaped plan with a detached 2-car garage creating a courtyard
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Esthetic = gabled NW style Modern home with wabi-sabi design principles. To age is beautiful - natural
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Organized around a south-facing courtyard with hardscaping, landscaping and rain-water retention areas.
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A stone bridge at the entry serves as the threshold to the semi-private courtyard. The main entry door is at the end of the courtyard – journey thru the courtyard before entry thru a covered walkway creating a semi-private procession. The entry door.
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Radiant floor heating, natural cooling with wide roof overhangs & operable windows for cross ventilation.
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Simple palette of wood, glass, concrete.