Cowboy Lodge in Oregon
Part working ranch, part rustic hunting lodge, the True
residence embodies the dream of a cowboy who wanted to retire in the
West's woodsy, rural environs. "Johnny True is living the American dream
as a cattle rancher," says designer Eric Schnell.
Originally from South Dakota, True's descendants migrated to Oregon as
farmers with little money and big dreams of making something out of
themselves in the Pacific Northwest.
For Schnell, the most gratifying aspect of this project was the appreciation shown to him by the True family when construction of their home was far enough along that they could envision their new life as cattle ranchers — and as doting grandparents to their many grandchildren.
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here: A retired couple
Location: Just outside Bend, Oregon
Size: 5,300 square feet
That's interesting: Ranch owner Johnny True is a true-blue cowboy.
A visit to the True residence makes it clear that great efforts were made to bring the outdoors inside: vaulted ceilings, open wood trusses, equestrian art, warm wood tones and walls reflecting the green tones of surrounding vegetation immediately evoke a hunting lodge.
The living room and dining area share the same see-through stone fireplace.
From this perspective, the house's position on a small knoll is evident. "The house is literally raised to enable the Trues to enjoy the majestic views of the Cascade mountain range," says Schnell. The elevated position of the house hides the lower level from approaching guests and keeps the large house from overwhelming the site.
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For Schnell, the most gratifying aspect of this project was the appreciation shown to him by the True family when construction of their home was far enough along that they could envision their new life as cattle ranchers — and as doting grandparents to their many grandchildren.
Houzz at a Glance
Who lives here: A retired couple
Location: Just outside Bend, Oregon
Size: 5,300 square feet
That's interesting: Ranch owner Johnny True is a true-blue cowboy.
A visit to the True residence makes it clear that great efforts were made to bring the outdoors inside: vaulted ceilings, open wood trusses, equestrian art, warm wood tones and walls reflecting the green tones of surrounding vegetation immediately evoke a hunting lodge.
The living room and dining area share the same see-through stone fireplace.
From this perspective, the house's position on a small knoll is evident. "The house is literally raised to enable the Trues to enjoy the majestic views of the Cascade mountain range," says Schnell. The elevated position of the house hides the lower level from approaching guests and keeps the large house from overwhelming the site.
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