Nestled on the quiet, forested edge of Oregon City, this farmhouse was reimagined as a vessel for gathering—a home designed to embrace family and friends through birthdays, shared meals, and quiet evenings. The clients’ wish was simple yet profound: a space welcoming multiple generations, where memories could grow and take root.

Anchored to the existing stem walls, the project encountered hidden challenges beneath the surface. What began as a plan to preserve the original flooring shifted when extensive termite damage was uncovered. These issues were addressed promptly to spare the clients unnecessary uncertainty, with empathy guiding every step of the process.

The architecture resists excess, instead opening itself gently to the surrounding landscape. Views are thoughtfully framed: isolated trees punctuate the foreground, while distant mountains appear and fade like lingering memories. Each season paints the scene anew—summer’s lush green, autumn’s warm hues, winter’s serene stillness—folding home and land into a continuous vessel for memory, connection, and quiet calm.