
'wilkinson residence' by robert oshatz, oregon, united states
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all images courtesy of robert oshatz
portland-based architect robert oshatz has a repertoire of unique projects located around the american west that hold a striking relationship to
their natural surroundings. without exception, the 'wilkinson residence' is located on a steep slope in a heavily wooded area. the main living space
is located higher up on the site residing amidst the tree canopies and accompanying wildlife and contains the kitchen, dining room, gathering area,
built in fixtures and fireplace all within curving natural wood glulam beams, copper-plated frames and large glass walls that use the exterior
foliage as a screen from direct sunlight and a large exterior deck that brings the user in direct contact with the tree-scape. the lower floor is
characterized by cedar shingles that clad all surfaces, and contains three bedrooms and a bathroom. although it is a darker space, it is an area for
privacy where views to the lower parts of the forest are framed by the deep fins between the windows. the material palette is not confined to either
exterior or interior, as they often blend around and throughout the spaces creating a balanced structure in harmony with the natural surroundings.
special attention was given to the sustainable features of the construction, plenty of ventilation and radiant heating maintain a comfortable internal
temperature and air quality with low-E glass reflecting direct sunlight. the owner is at all times engulfed by the douglas firs, maples, and alders in a
house consistent with the rhythms of the forest.

lower area with bedrooms
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curved metal panels and glulam beams
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yoga room entrance to deck
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view towards the living room
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entry courtyard
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(left) entrance courtyard
(right) front door
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main entry
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natural stone floors in the kitchen area
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main living space
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kitchen, dining and living room
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office
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library
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kitchen
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(left) void allowing light into the lower level
(right) fireplace sitting area
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site plan

floor plan / level 0

floor plan / level 1

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Some serious Ewok village vibes goin on here
Bruce Goff eat your heart out.
Yes I quite agree…how dare this Oshatz person cause my skin to pulsate…and my eyes to flame…OHHH, the hapticity of it all. I feel so exposed…so ashamed. Quickly, i must put my mind to sleep…hmmm, where are those images of Zaha’s latest…(watches as Mr. Lynn slinks closer to the door).
Thanks once again, danny at db
Literally the greatest house EVER !!!!
why has no one posted how absolutely beautiful this building is?
it really is!
very nice! reminds me of the work by Architect Bart Prince…and that is a complement!
Living underneath the boat ?????
where’s my circle template
Amazing building, although the furniture, fixtures and finishes are awful. Got to be early 80′s surely?
pretty nice interior – why all the bombast to enclose it?
Pause
as I look thru my young 70 year mind to find words
thank you
for your >human< vision/knowledge/perception/warmth
I see a lot here
there are a few I feel honored to have seen and will remember
Paedra
http://www.paedra.com
“2001: A Wood Odyssey”
I like the hippie-touch
It’s common these days to use a lot of glass, but too often it’s just a big rectangular sheet or a container-like shape with a cool view. Here, the layers of view reflect in so many directions, so embedded in the forest and make this a very special home. The furnishings, also, completely belong.
The Hobbit’s contemporary.
If this were fb, I’d like your comment os. I’ve spent minutes sussing out the various elements of this dwelling, loving the curvature and the harmony of its location. When one thinks of the conformity of so much architecture in the States, it’s so good to see something totally outstanding d’-)
an exact mix between F.L. Wright and Star Wars…
my pppppreciousssssss…………..
this is the best house ive ever seen. inside and out