ARCH CAPE RESIDENCE

Situated on the Oregon coast, this family retreat for a busy young family from Portland respects the regional vernacular both formally, through its massing, as well and through materiality – using weathered cedar cladding and robust materials designed to endure the harsh coastal environment. 

The design responds to tight setback and height limitations, organizing life around a central cozy family hearth and gathering space with tongue-and-groove ceilings and articulated beam work. A double-height entry, featuring a net hammock floor, accessed from the second level, introduces natural light deep into the interior, visually connecting levels while evoking playfulness and a spot for relaxation. From the kitchen and dining areas, framed views connect family life to the ocean, while careful programmatic layout and massing of the home ensures privacy from neighbors to the east and north.