SubscribeSign In
Project posted by Jen Lorentzen

The Cloudliner

View 10 Photos
Location
Government Camp, Oregon
Year
1949
Structure
Condo
Style
Midcentury
The dark wood paneling is iconic to the building and we felt it was important to preserve it and let it contribute to the design. The wood paneling on the beams was another story - can you believe these beautiful timbers were covered?! Lights by Schoolhouse Electric and Rejuvenation. Sofa by Interior Define. Rug by Rejuvenation.
The dark wood paneling is iconic to the building and we felt it was important to preserve it and let it contribute to the design. The wood paneling on the beams was another story - can you believe these beautiful timbers were covered?! Lights by Schoolhouse Electric and Rejuvenation. Sofa by Interior Define. Rug by Rejuvenation.
The unit features two side by side restrooms that were once designated for the cafe. We used Zia Tile in Ironwood to bring the paneling color into the back of the unit, and popped some color off it with Dutton Brown sconces. Quiet Town rug.
The unit features two side by side restrooms that were once designated for the cafe. We used Zia Tile in Ironwood to bring the paneling color into the back of the unit, and popped some color off it with Dutton Brown sconces. Quiet Town rug.
The old laundry area was converted to a sauna area.
The old laundry area was converted to a sauna area.
Rejuvenation pendants nod to the painted bus that once flew through above the beams.
Rejuvenation pendants nod to the painted bus that once flew through above the beams.
Closets were removed to make the most of the small bedroom spaces. Weekend guests can tuck luggage under the bed and ample hooks provide places for other items.
Closets were removed to make the most of the small bedroom spaces. Weekend guests can tuck luggage under the bed and ample hooks provide places for other items.
Built in power in wall mounted solutions have everything you need and allow a king size bed for the best night's sleep.
Built in power in wall mounted solutions have everything you need and allow a king size bed for the best night's sleep.
Bunks for 5, a TV for movies and a closet full of games in the most fun room on the mountain.
Bunks for 5, a TV for movies and a closet full of games in the most fun room on the mountain.
The kitchen is made for parties, two dishwashers mean it all gets managed for the early morning rise to ski.
The kitchen is made for parties, two dishwashers mean it all gets managed for the early morning rise to ski.
What was once the bedroom closet was flipped to be accessible from the hallway, providing ample storage for gear and with heated floors your feet warm up the minute your boots are off.
What was once the bedroom closet was flipped to be accessible from the hallway, providing ample storage for gear and with heated floors your feet warm up the minute your boots are off.

Details

Square Feet
1486

Credits

Posted by
Interior Design
Fore Story Projects
Builder
PDX Remodel

From Jen Lorentzen

Originally built in 1949 as the base station for the Skiway tram, the Thunderhead Lodge was developed into staff housing and then into condos in 1979 - where time stood still. Named for the infamous bus that climbed to Timberline, we celebrated family fun and prioritized comfort and hosting.

We wanted to be rooted in mid-century, but more modern than “mountain motif”. With research, we found inspiration in a vintage news reel - the tram driver wore a shearling bomber jacket as he sat amidst the powder coated metal, tweed seats and chrome of the Cloudliner coach. We used historic imagery throughout and layered 50s vintage decor items (altimeters, canteens and even a vintage steering wheel) to nod to the Cloudliner’s dashboard.