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LEFT: Located in rural central Oregon, the Birdsong residence
was built on the only unfarmable land on its six-acre site.
Although the rocky location required extensive planning, it
also provides panoramic views of the tree line, surrounding
farms, and the Cascades in the distance. The fireplace—
clad in reclaimed wood from an old water flume still on the
property—and raw cold rolled steel plate adds to the rustic
feel of the home.
BELOW: Radiant heated concrete floors, two wood-burning
stoves, and a window wall of storefront glazed windows
along the west side warm the residence. Fir beams and trim
and dark veneer in the kitchen mingle with more reclaimed
flume wood featured in the acoustic panel above. Contractor:
C.S. Construction.
Photographs by Alan Brandt Photography
FACING PAGE TOP:
The 2,800-square-foot Bend, Oregon,
house was built three feet below grade per the design review
board's height requirements. As a result, concrete retaining
walls surround the patio space off the living room, making
for a cozy outdoor space. The wood ceiling in a higher gloss
finish runs through the living room and kitchen.
FACING PAGE BOTTOM: Hand-troweled concrete walls
throughout the home were meticulously built with 30 days
curing time between the application of the four layers.
Thirteen-inch vertical grain fir window trims accommodate the
13-inch thick walls. Contractor: Robert Strauch Construction.
Photograph by Micheal Cummings
