SALEM,
Ore., Aug. 22, 2024 /PRNewswire/
-- This Saturday, the Oregon Century Farm and Ranch
Program will honor a prominent Oregon farm family with the
Century Farm Award, commemorating 100 years of farming and
contributions to Oregon
agriculture. This milestone coincides with the unveiling of a
modern three-level farmhouse on the original farmland, a testament
to both the pioneering spirit of Oregon's early settlers and the innovative
design that marries history with contemporary aesthetics. This
project was a collaborative effort between Joanna Darling Design
and Nathan Good Architects, celebrating a unique synergy between
design and architecture.
Joanna Darling Design and Nathan Good
Architects, celebrating a unique synergy between design and
architecture.
A Modern Tribute to a Century of Farming
The newly designed farmhouse embodies the essence of a modern
farm, blending minimalist design with functional elegance. One of
the owners is a fourth-generation family member and envisioned this
home as a tribute to her ancestors' resilience and ingenuity. The
architecture of the home is a contemporary interpretation of the
region's agricultural structures. The exterior features striking
bronze metal siding, and wood siding that is color-matched to the
original barn still standing on the property, paying homage to the
past while embracing the present. The innovative home utilizes
energy-efficient building techniques and produces more energy than
it annually consumes.
An attached silo also reads as "farm" but contains an
ultra-modern glass elevator that is surrounded by a metal spiral
staircase with each step laser-cut including dates and events
significant to the family's 100-year history. The staircase spirals
to a glass observatory above the third floor offering breathtaking
views of the family's extensive hazelnut orchards, Mount Hood, and the Willamette River.
An imposing 17-foot black reflective granite monolith stands on
the north side of the house engraved with the dates and levels of
the Willamette River floods since 1861 at the location of the
house. This unique feature braids geological, agricultural, and
historical lines into contemporary home and landscape
design. The monument stands as a reminder of nature's power
while also illustrating the impact of planning that has minimized
flood risks in the Willamette Valley in recent history.
Designing with Purpose and History
Joanna Darling Design played a pivotal role in maintaining the
cohesiveness and elegance throughout the farmhouse. The first floor
provides a working business and meeting center and also showcases
vintage artifacts that illustrate farming innovations that have
provided the raw material for progress in the past century. Warm
tan leather lounge chairs, a teak coffee table, and a modern
kitchen equipped with Miele appliances, enhances the unique
mingling of traditional home business, modern comfort, and eloquent
design. The original wood-burning stove from the century homestead
is also featured on the floor as a nod to the past and a contrast
with state-of-the art high speed internet technology that
seamlessly integrates the old and the new.
Visitors are greeted by a 10-foot solid walnut conference table
on an authentic machinery base, illuminated by a custom two-story
chandelier from Apparatus Lighting Studio. The walls, lined with
charcoal felt cabinets, house documents and artifacts from the
early years of farming, while vintage photographs throughout the
house capture the realities of 100 years of farm life.
The second floor features a library dedicated to the family's
lineage and history, complete with a guest suite and an open-air
porch offering vistas of the expansive valley. This space, open to
researchers and family members alike, continues the theme of
integration of roots contemporary living.
A Private Retreat and Vision Realized
The third floor, designed as a serene retreat, serves as the
private residence for the owners. With natural Oregon white oak floors, contrasting white and
black walls, and a pitched ceiling clad in white oak, this space
exudes a cozy yet sophisticated ambiance. The minimalist design
continues here, offering a peaceful sanctuary amidst the expanse of
farmland.
Celebrating a Unique Collaboration and a Novel Trend in
Design and Architecture
Joanna Darling Design and the owners have a long-standing
creative partnership, and this farmhouse is one of several
collective projects. The project was brought to life through the
team efforts of Nathan Good Architects lead by Forrest Good AIA,
with every element thoughtfully curated to honor the family's
legacy with creative design.
The creation of this family farmhouse incorporates a deep
reverence for heritage and modern design shared by both Nathan Good
Architects and Joanna Darling Design. The interior and exterior of
this unique farmhouse together embody the journey of one family's
100-year commitment to preserving Oregon's rich historical legacy. Their
thoughtful collaboration shaped an inspiring space that honors
early beginnings and sets a precedent for integrating cultural
heritage with contemporary and modern design.
CONTACT INFORMATION: For further details, please contact:
Joanna Darling Design
joanna@joannadarling.design
joannadarling.design
Nathan Good Architects
forrest@ngapc.com
www.nathangoodarchitects.com
Photos:
Matt Swain Photography
www.mattswainphoto.com
@mattswainphoto
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