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A Modern House in an Urban Forest

Posted on September 6, 2011
dining room :: a loft in the forest

Sometimes it’s good to look at past issues of magazine. I did it online on Dwell and found this inspiring modern house that is built on a forest lot on the border of the Portland. By keeping most of the trees, the couples have no need for drapes for their large windows. Who would want to break the view to the forest?

outside view of a loft in the forest

They play with the stain color to achieve a seamless look with the forest.

great room of a loft in the forest

The owners were after a loft feel. Their choice of furniture in the living room is not for me, but I can see the appeal for some. Otherwise, their modern great room seems functional and inviting.

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+ photos: John Clark for Dwell

An ex-lifestyle and entertaining expert and UX designer who became a STEAM educator. At Bidouilleurs, I helped kids aged 5-12 become inventors and makers. An innovative mom who cares about gender equality and to get more girls and boys interested in STEM/STEAM.

  • Rachel
    September 9, 2011 at 02:09

    It looks like the house from the Twilight movie. I love the glass walls which is really nice especially if you have the scenery that you can view outside.