This unique home was designed by architect Robert Oshatz, who had it constructed off site and brought in by a barge to dock at its mooring site. The neighboring houses along the Willamette River of Portland, Oregon are in close proximity to the home, so the style of the house was contrived to allow for privacy. The home was designed as an open floor plan with a second story loft, allowing the homeowners a minimalistic style and the ability to move freely throughput the space. The curvilinear ceiling is constructed of douglas fir and the roof is finished with copper tiles. To keep the home afloat, the foundation of the home was made up of 34 by 80-foot locally sourced douglas fir logs, with rigid foam cubes placed under the logs to keep the home level. Cedar shingles decorate the homes exterior surfaces. The living space features a floor to ceiling glass panel that slides open to allow uninterrupted views of the river.
The large expanse of sliding glass windows, with curved glass above, allow unobtrusive views of the river. The total square footage of this floating home is 2,364 square-feet.
Brazilian cherry wood floors and stairs radiate warmth throughout the interior spaces.
The master retreat and bath are the only rooms located on the second floor loft to allow for privacy.
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In keeping with the minimalistic style of the home, built-in cabinets and storage were created.
The home has been designed in harmony with the rippling of the water, taking on curvaceous geometrical shapes and forms throughout.
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Not usually too crazy about modern looks, but this works quite nicely. I especially adore the love seat/chaise (couldn't figure out which that would be classified under...) that is next to the master bath.
Excuse me. I thought the Examiner was looking for folks to comment on some of their favorite subjects. From my comments you can probably guess one of mine is helping people kearn how to chill. Another is because of the way it makes me feel is a love of beauty and elegant craftsmanship. Thank you for taking the time to present this living space that's such a work of art. It's such a treat for the eyes and it's easy to imagine how wonderful it would be to live surrounded by such beauty every day.
Thanks for sharing.....
Thanks for finding beauty and sharing.
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