Warm Modern On Mt Tabor

This house is a refreshing example of modern design and sensitivity to neighborhood context. The exterior forms of the house fit the beautiful setting and the scheme of the house takes full advantage of the inspiring views of Mt Hood, the Cascades and the east Portland cityscape.

While a sense of style and design are everywhere evident in the house, functionality and livability are never sacrificed for it. The designer's highest priority seems to have been that this is space for living and the result is an environment that nurtures the needs of its occupants. While the plan is open and has a pleasing sense of movement, discrete spaces are maintained and you can certainly find a private niche for your own private retreat.

Well executed indoor-outdoor connections expand the interior spaces beyond the limits of the structure and blur the boundaries of what's inside and what's outside.  With the huge sliding door  open, there really is no boundary. 

• 4 bedrooms and 3 1/2 baths
  • master bath and two bedrooms on the same level
  • cineramic views of Mt Hood from master bedroom
  • 4th bedroom on lower level with own full bath works great for guest quarters
• decks make for great outdoor rooms
  • wrap around deck to the east and south connects to living room and kitchen and takes full advantage views of Mt Hood, Cascades and east Portland cityscape
  • deck to the west faces Mt Tabor Park and trees and offers quiet contemplative area
  • large (really large!) sliding door opens living room completely to outdoors
• Kitchen
  • a true cook's space with efficient work flow
  • high quality appliances
  • huge amount of storage for pots and pans, gear, gizmos, food and what have you
  • custom wood cabinets and  concrete counter tops
  • prep/eating island
  • direct access to deck
  • abundant natural light
• lower level
  • daylight with french doors to backyard
  • currently configured as family room, 4th bedroom and full bath
  • plumbed and wired for easy conversion to separate living unit with own entrance
• mud room and utility area
  • well planned laundry/utility room with plenty of storage and space for sorting and folding
  • mud room with 1/2 bath makes the perfect staging area
• outside cladding materials chosen to maximize durability, minimize maintenance and promote sustainability
  • standing seam metal roof
  • galvalume siding with baked on finish--no need for painting
  • cumaru siding, a sustainably harvested South American hardwood, over rainscreen system
• rastra block construction
  • used as foundation, on lower level and combined with wood framing on the main level
  • made from recycled styrofoam
  • provides excellent insulation
• radiant floor heat
  • hot water system
  • used on all three floors each with separate thermostatic controls
  • no forced air is best for air quality and for those suffering with allergies

Sold: $765,000
• RMLS#10070241
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