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Project posted by 2fORM Architecture

Spencer Butte Residence

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Location
Eugene, Oregon
Structure
House (Single Residence)
Style
Modern
The home reaches out to its landscape with a cantilevered balcony and shifting forms. As a result, adjacent outdoor spaces vary in complexity from covered to open to big to small.
The home reaches out to its landscape with a cantilevered balcony and shifting forms. As a result, adjacent outdoor spaces vary in complexity from covered to open to big to small.
A double height hallway frames views of the pond and the heavily forested hillside while also creating lines of site between rooms and varying levels.
A double height hallway frames views of the pond and the heavily forested hillside while also creating lines of site between rooms and varying levels.
The suspended catwalk acts as a hallway open to the lower level as well as an opportunity for retreat.
The suspended catwalk acts as a hallway open to the lower level as well as an opportunity for retreat.
The owners enjoy sweeping views of the landscape from the master suite.
The owners enjoy sweeping views of the landscape from the master suite.
Exposed floor joists, open stair risers, and carefully detailed steel connections showcase the home's use of rich materials and the uniqueness of the way it was constructed.
Exposed floor joists, open stair risers, and carefully detailed steel connections showcase the home's use of rich materials and the uniqueness of the way it was constructed.
Skylights and high clerestory windows fill the house with natural daylight and large sliders bring the outdoors in.
Skylights and high clerestory windows fill the house with natural daylight and large sliders bring the outdoors in.
The living room alcove feels immersed in the native vegetation and acts as a retreat from the home's more open spaces.
The living room alcove feels immersed in the native vegetation and acts as a retreat from the home's more open spaces.

Details

Square Feet
4085
Full Baths
3

Credits

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Architect
Builder
Morrow and Sons Timberframing
Photographer
Erik Bishoff
2fORM Architecture
Awards
2nd Place AIA People’s Choice Award for Residential Architecture, 2013

From 2fORM Architecture

Located on the south side of Spencer Butte in Eugene, Oregon this residence showcases sustainable design, state-of-the-art technology, and thoughtful material selection.

The design optimizes daylighting using high-performance windows and doors to frame the views of the surrounding landscape. The performance of the building envelope is also emphasized using advanced insulation techniques, an airtight wall assembly, and an exterior rainscreen to maximize protection against the elements and achieve insulation values far beyond code.

Heating and cooling of the house relies on a geo-source heat-pump. Combining a highly-efficient HRV system with radiant floor heating, the homeowners are able to control seven distinct thermal zones. When not occupied, the zones use the latest in sensor and automated home technology to keep the home comfortable while minimizing energy consumption.

The house also features the latest in renewable energy. Photovoltaic panels provide back-up energy for the residence and a charging station for an electric car, while solar hot water panels meet demand for domestic hot water. A vertical wind turbine, prominent at the site’s entry, contributes to the production of energy at the residence.

Water conservation is also emphasized at the residence. EPA Water Sense plumbing fixtures are used throughout the house, while the landscape was designed for water efficiency. Drought-tolerant native plants line the landscape, cared for with site-specific drip irrigation zones.