Bend Home + Design - Winter 2023

Finally, now it feels like home. Your home is your sanctuary. A one-of-a-kind space that reflects your personal taste. Neil Kelly’s award-winning designers and expert craftspeople can bring your vision to life. Whether you’re planning to remodel your kitchen, update a bathroom, or give your whole house a new look, find out how our design/build process and dedication to perfection can work for you.

mission to combine ultimate comfort with stylish designs. That’s why we handcraft each piece using only the best materials and meticulous attention to detail. With furniture and decor for every room in the house, La-Z-Boy can create a seamlessly beautiful home.

RUSTIC AND ELEGANT

Bend’s Forged Elegance pairs reclaimed wood with forged steel for one-of-a-kind furniture, built-ins and decor.

DETAILED DESIGN

are the focus for Emily Cathcart Designs and ECD Cabinetry of Bend.

TEST OF TIME

Bend architect Neal Huston and his team bring decades of experience to their home design firm.

EMBRACING HYGGE

Letter from the Editor

THE COZY SEASON

The decision to acquire a three-foot wide suede beanbag chair for my living room late last year was not one I came to lightly. My terrier Henry had fallen in love with a similar chair at his dog friend Tucker’s house, and despite the large size and high cost, I wanted to make his doggie dreams come true. Next thing I knew, I was rearranging my entire living room to accommodate the supersized olive green bag of beans. As I made each decor change—a different couch, a new location for the blanket ladder, a refresh of the living room wall art—I did so with a goal in mind. I wanted a space that felt more inviting and more “hygge,” a concept I learned of last winter and grew to love.

If there’s any time of year where the Danish living concept of hygge is top of mind, it’s winter. Hygge is all about cultivating a cozy atmosphere at home, focusing on the simple things that make us happy and enjoying time well spent with others.

In the winter issue of Bend Home + Design, we lean into this season of togetherness and warmth. First, learn about the community of Eagle Crest, a homey resort in the high desert west of Redmond that serves as an inviting vacation destination for many, and as a full-time residence for a lucky few. See the latest hand-forged steel and reclaimed wood pieces by Bend’s Forged Elegance, and gather inspiration for a kitchen or bath redesign from Emily Cathcart Designs.

Learn how to bring a little hygge into your own home with our story detailing the concept, and see how to unlock the potential of every nook and cranny in a house, from floor to ceiling. Learn how to incorporate a touch of antique into a room without making it feel dated and get tips for redesigning the entryway, which serves as a home’s first impression. In the kitchen, exercise environmental responsibility by learning how to compost, a practice that could reap rewards in the garden come summer.

As you settle in with the magazine, prepare a warm winter beverage (we suggest three of our favorites starting on page 74) and consider how to make your home a little more cozy for the winter season. I’ll be doing the same as I watch my 25-pound pup take a snooze atop his beanbag throne.

From our home to yours,

Ristow, Editor

Teresa

NEW FLIGHT PATH FOR REDMOND AIRPORT

Looking for a direct getaway from the high desert to the hot desert? Avelo Airlines in November announced a new seasonal flight from Redmond Municipal Airport (RDM) to Palm Springs International Airport (PSP). The new airline had its first flight in April 2021, and now has a fleet of Boeing Next-Generation 737-700 and 800s. As for flights in Central Oregon, this is the second flight path from Avelo Airlines leaving from RDM. In addition to Palm Springs, travelers can also fly Avelo Airlines to Hollywood-Burbank Airport (BUR) from Redmond. “As long as we continue to see good bookings from RDM to Palm Springs, we’ll bring it back for next winter,” said Courtney Goff, communications manager at Avelo Airlines. “At this time, we plan to continue to route for next winter, too.” The flight to Palm Springs is available Mondays and Fridays, and booking is currently open until April 2023. See aveloair com

Bend Bids Farewell to Bill Smith

A longtime Bendite and developer of the city’s Old Mill District, Bill Smith died in November at the age of 81. The community icon was remembered as someone who supported Bend in many ways since moving here in the late 1960s. Smith worked as a planning director at the Brooks-Scanlon sawmill from 1970 until its closure in the mid-1990s, at which time he and a group of private investors bought the 270-acre riverside property and began developing it into today’s Old Mill District. Today, it’s a lively area full of restaurants, stores and artwork, and a gathering place for many community events, right along the Deschutes River. While the Old Mill District may be what Smith is best known for, as president of Brooks Resources he was also involved in many other developments including Black Butte Ranch, Awbrey Butte and Mount Bachelor Village. More recently, Smith was an early investor in efforts to save Bend’s local newspaper, the Bend Bulletin He and other investors helped the publication avoid bankruptcy by supporting the East Oregonian Publishing Company to buy the paper in 2019. Smith is survived by his wife, Trish Smith, daughter Marney Smith and son Matt Smith, along with his cat, Teeny.

SHEVLIN CROSSING UNDER CONSTRUCTION IN BEND’S NORTHWEST CROSSING

The first of two new office buildings is taking shape along Shevlin Park Road in northwest Bend, and should be welcoming a tenant this spring. The Shevlin Crossing development includes two Class A office buildings, and is a joint venture between Brooks Resources Corporation and Taylor Development. The developers partnered with Compass Commercial to secure the first building’s tenant—RBC Wealth Management. The buildings are being constructed using cross-laminated mass timber panels, also known as CLT, created by specialty construction company Swinerton. Project architect TVA Architects designed the space with a flowing, open interior with roll-up doors and large windows to capture natural light. “One theme with this projects is ‘where history and progress meet,’” said Romy Mortensen, vice president of sales and marketing at Brooks Resources. “This theme is reflected in the progressive design of the buildings, where we’ve employed a mass timber design as a nod to our timber heritage, and have also integrated all the latest building features and modern amenities.” See brooksresources com

A New Recreation Center for Redmond

New pools, a gym and various recreation spaces could be part of a new recreation center approved by Redmond voters last fall. Voters narrowly approved a $49 million bond for the new recreation center, while voting down an operational levy to maintain the center. Potential features of the new facility could include a warm water multi-use pool with a lazy river, a 25-meter, eight-lane pool, a cardio and equipment room, a bouldering wall and other amenities. The district plans to build the new recreation center on district land near the intersection of Southwest Lava Avenue and 35th Street. “We’re anticipating to break ground late 2023,” said Katie Hammer, executive director of Redmond Area Park and Recreation District. Redmond’s existing Cascade Swim Center opened in 1979 and was constructed to serve the Redmond Area Park and Recreation District population of about 6,500. Today, the district serves closer to 45,000 people. See raprd org

Prineville Recognized as a “Dynamic Micropolitan”

The Central Oregon city of Prineville is a top “dynamic micropolitan” in the country, according to a recent report from the Arkansas-based nonprofit Heartland Forward. Heartland Forward ranked 536 cities with populations between 10,000 and 50,000 residents across the United States in “dynamism,” giving them the title of “dynamic micropolitan.” Among these, Prineville was ranked number nine. The study performed by Heartland noted the change in each community’s economies from 2015 to 2020, and examined employment and economic rebound from September 2020 through September 2021 in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic. The organization also considered details about each city related to oil and gas, food production and processing, and outdoor recreation. Heartland Forward recognized Prineville as third in medium term gross domestic product growth and second in medium-term job growth, according to its report. See

BEND APARTMENT PROJECT UNDERWAY

A new 48-unit apartment complex in southeast Bend is among the latest developments bringing more housing to the growing city. The Edge Water Apartments project by Edge Development of Portland will include five three-story apartment buildings full of two-bedroom, two-bath apartments. Each unit is 970 square feet, and some will offer views of the city’s irrigation canal. The architect for the project is 541 Architecture, which designs projects out of Portland and Bend. Construction is underway on the project, which sits east of Third Street near Reed Market Road. The units are expected to rent for $2,200 per month and are scheduled to be completed and available in August.

Introducing Paulina Creek Preserve

More than 1,000 acres of land near La Pine is now a nature preserve, thanks to efforts by the Deschutes Land Trust. The preserve includes three miles of Paulina Creek, along with wet and dry meadows, ponderosa and lodgepole pine forests, habitat for frogs, fish, native bees, monarch butterflies, songbirds and bats, and winter rangeland for deer and elk. Deschutes Land Trust will work on restoration of Paulina Creek and plans to transfer water rights for the property, a former ranch, to instream use. Paulina Creek Preserve is within the lands ceded to the United States

by the Klamath Tribes, and as such carries cultural significance to many tribes in Oregon. Deschutes Land Trust is working with the Klamath Tribe, the Confederated Tribes of the Warm Springs and others on strategies for managing and restoring the property and sharing the history of the people who have cared for the land previously. “Paulina Creek Preserve is so rich in natural habitats, we know it plays an important role in helping to care for the plants and animals of our region today and for generations to come,” said Rika Ayotte, executive director of Deschutes Land Trust. “We also look forward to sharing the preserve with the community and building accessible trails where we can experience time spent outdoors together.” Deschutes Land Trust is planning a series of community conversations to discuss values around the preserve, which may be open for guided tours in 2023. See deschuteslandtrust org

MORE STUDENTS ENROLLING AT OSU-CASCADES

A growing number of students are enrolling in Oregon State University-Cascades, which reported record first-year enrollment in the fall. OSU-Cascades had its biggest class on campus last fall with 204 first-year students; the growth was a more than sixteen percent increase from fall 2021. Of these students, fifteen percent had enrolled with enough college credits banked to enter as sophomores or juniors despite it being their first year attending. According to OSU-Cascades, the increase in enrollment follows a similar pattern to the rest of the main OSU campus in Corvallis, as the main campus’ first-year enrollment was also up from last fall. In total, there were 1,271 students attending the Central Oregon campus as of the fall quarter, and it was revealed that students are taking more academic credits than previous enrollment patterns. See osucascades edu

Hidden Gem

VIEWS AND VALUE AT EAGLE CREST

WRITTEN BY LEE LEWIS HUSK

RESORT

Six miles west of Redmond, Eagle Crest Resort is a surprise to anyone who’s never stopped to see the resort, play golf at one of its three courses or wander its neighborhoods. “It’s a hidden gem,” said Robyn Fields, managing principal broker at Eagle Crest Properties.

T he hidden gem metaphor is apt. The two entrances off Cline Falls Highway are modest compared with the vast network of neighborhoods and resort amenities that fan out over more than 1,700 acres. The resort’s main entrance is on the east side, extending to the cliffs above the Deschutes River. A road on the west side leads to the Ridge and a newer section known as West Ridge. Mountain bikers and hikers coming off the extensive trail system above the resort can access Eagle Crest’s West Ridge from the popular Cascade View Trailhead off Highway 126.

Despite being out of sight from the two highways, Eagle Crest has a population of 2,973—slightly larger than La Pine, for reference. Unlike a city, though, the destination resort is designed to maximize on-property activities and draw nightly guests, second-home owners and permanent residents. Set in the sloping juniper forest east of Cline Butte with views of the Deschutes River, Smith Rock and the Cascade Range, and proximity to many of Central Oregon’s outdoor attractions, Eagle Crest offers many conveniences.

“It feels like you’re in this fabulous community in the high desert’s banana belt where it doesn’t get the extreme weather of Sunriver,” said Fields, who lives at Eagle Crest as well as works there. “We’re surrounded by farmland and [Bureau of Land Management land]. It’s fifteen minutes to the Sisters Movie House, ten minutes for

cocktails at Duffy’s in Redmond, ten minutes to Tumalo’s The Bite and a half hour to the Old Mill in Bend.” Compared with newer luxury resorts in Central Oregon such as Pronghorn and Tetherow, Eagle Crest is more affordable. Fields said that recent lot sales ranged from $195,000 to $335,000, fractional properties from $5,000 to $50,000, and townhomes and single-family residences from $405,000 to $1.6 million. Fractional ownership is where an investor has part ownership of a property’s title rather than units of time and is typically more expensive than a timeshare.

A RESORT IN PHASES

An early 1900s-era 550-acre potato farm was reportedly located somewhere on today’s Eagle Crest property, but nothing much else sprouted in the area until 1981 when Deschutes County approved it as a resort. During the ‘80s, the resort built a 100-room lodge, restaurants and a large convention center and developed 202 home sites which included two gated communities, condominiums in the Riverview Vista Estates and townhomes in the Fairway Vista Estates.

In 1993, based on new laws from the Oregon Legislature on destination resorts and updated Deschutes County

zoning codes, Eagle Crest was able to expand into a second phase on the west side of Cline Falls Highway. Construction began on the Ridge and Challenge golf courses and a variety of neighborhoods, including the over-55 Falls neighborhood. Resort features including a spa, pools, sports and fitness centers, and tennis and pickleball courts were also added.

In 2001, the county approved a third phase allowing the resort to expand three miles westward through BLM land to what’s called West Ridge. This area has six neighborhoods, including the high-end Scenic Ridge with oneacre lots, big homes and full Cascade Mountain views. Home construction is ongoing in West Ridge.

“One of the things that makes Eagle Crest special is there’s something for everyone: fractional ownership, a

townhome with or without a garage, classic Eagle Crest chalets or a singlefamily home,” Fields said. “Like everywhere, the slowing real estate market has affected second-home buyers, but sales in Eagle Crest remain steady.”

A 2021 Deschutes County report shows Eagle Crest with 1,911 residential lots and 430 overnight lodging units (100 at the Lodge at Eagle Crest, 106 operated by WorldMark by Wyndham and the remaining 224 in privately owned vacation rentals). The twelve subdivisions throughout Eagle Crest

are represented by seven homeowners associations, and about half the owners are full-time residents.

Residents and guests throughout the resort have access to all three golf courses, various resort amenities and 13 miles of paved paths for walking, jogging and biking. For road cyclists, Cline Falls Highway connects Eagle Crest with hundreds of miles of rural roadways; mountain bikers can be on single-track trails in minutes. Smith Rock State Park is a half-hour away, Mt. Bachelor and Lake Billy Chinook are both an hour’s drive.

During the holidays, it’s impossible to miss Eagle Crest when it puts on StarFest, a nightly display of lights that runs from Thanksgiving through New Year’s Day. The public is invited to drive the 1-mile display or enjoy hot drinks and cookies at the lodge.

Community trails

Aerie Cafe

“ONE OF THE THINGS THAT MAKES EAGLE CREST SPECIAL IS THERE’S SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE. ”

Seasonal outdoor pool and hot tub

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custom Forged Elegance light fixture hangs above the kitchen island in this Central Oregon home.

STORIED STYLE

MAKING A STATEMENT AT HOME WITH FORGED ELEGANCE

PHOTOS BY BRIAN MCDONNELL

When second-generation family owners of an Idaho/Oregon railroad construction company were looking to design a new fireplace for their home, they turned to Paul Shepherd at Bend’s Forged Elegance to get the job done. Shepherd worked with homeowner Gail Sines to design an electric fireplace that embodied the family’s railroad industry history, using wood from historic railroad spikes and rail cars, and a forged steel door. Shepherd even sourced historic date nails from 1922, each labeled “22,” and used them as accents on the fireplace to signify its date of creation in 2022. “I’ve known Paul for years and asked him if he could make me an electric fireplace,” Sines said. “I really enjoyed working with him on my railroad-theme decor.”

A pproaching each project with a spirit of creativity, with knowledge of forging and metal work and with materials exuding historical character, Shepherd is making a name for himself through his steadily growing company, Forged Elegance.

ELEGANT TAKEOFF

The idea for Forged Elegance was conceived in 2020, when Shepherd, a secondgeneration sheet metal worker and owner of Shepherd Heating & Air Conditioning, began to pursue custom furniture and decor projects using metal and aged barnwoods. In the three years since, the variety of products has grown, and now includes more custom designs, built-ins and fixtures. “Forged Elegance has evolved beyond our wildest dreams,” Shepherd said. “We have advancements in new designs and techniques that have developed into an array of various styles to satisfy every homeowner’s needs. Not only are we able to produce rustic, old designs, but we have incorporated modern contemporary and mountain modern designs into our collection.”

“THEY ARE AMAZING IN THEIR CREATIVITY AND IN THE SELECTION OF THE MATERIAL THEY USE. ”

Steel tiles, a custom range hood and cabinet hardware elevate this kitchen’s style.

At Northeast Lytle Street in Bend, visitors to the Forged Elegance showroom (open by appointment) can find some of the latest furniture and decor in the company’s collection, custom pieces and one-of-a-kind creations such as a rebuilt foosball table originally manufactured in West Germany in the 1960s. The foosball table was deconstructed and new details were built on top of the original interior assembly. The finished product incorporates historic barnwood, forged steel and custom handles and decking. In addition to the original interior structure from the 1960s, the original ball collection drawer and coin receptacle were also kept. “This game table has been in my family for generations, so to see it transform is an honor,” Shepherd said. “It will make a great addition to any game room.”

HISTORY AT HOME

The furniture, decor and built-ins designed and created by Forged Elegance are special not only because of the expert craftsmanship, but because of the storied history of the

materials used to create each piece. Wood is sourced from a Civil War-era barn, a historic Oregon ranch, railroad cars and a redwood water tower using lumber from 800-year-old old growth redwood trees. “Hand-selected barnwood is hand sanded to a very fine grit, leaving the rustic wood behind with a smooth finish,” Shepherd said. Once wood is selected, cold rolled steel is then used to enhance the wood furniture, producing an Old World look and feel. “This combination sets us apart from traditional furnishings, and elevates it with history and artistry,” Shepherd said.

For Bend interior designer Leah Hendrix, it’s the stories behind Shepherd’s work that make his finished products so impressive. “Forged Elegance is absolutely the best source for unique custom furnishings in Bend. What I enjoy most about working with Paul and his team is the true passion that they have for the beautiful, historic wood that they source,” Hendrix said. “Any time you visit his showroom, he is excited to tell you the story of each piece that he has created. Paul is truly a visionary artisan combining rich, reclaimed historical wood and his modern blacksmith-style metal work.”

A 1960s foosball table reconstructed with historic barnwood, forged steel and custom handles and decking.

The newest aged-wood collection that Forged Elegance has sourced is from pylons used to hold up buildings in the coastal town of Astoria, Oregon. In the 1880s and again in the 1920s, Astoria was devastated by fire. Afterward, buildings were constructed off the ground on wooden pylons. In recent years, some of these pylons that are no longer used as structure support were dredged up from several feet under the ocean floor. “The covering of mud and sand preserved this beautiful wood that still contains unique, colorful striations throughout each piece,” Shepherd said. “We repurpose this historic wood into captivating furniture with solid steel accents.”

DESIGN DELIGHT

As Forged Elegance has completed more projects over the past few years, the company’s following of customers, builders and designers has grown, and with that comes testimonials that speak to the quality of craftsmanship provided by Forged Elegance. Often builders and homeowners learn of the company after working with Shepherd Heating & Air Conditioning on heating and cooling for a new construction project. That was the case for Pat Wood, who met Shepherd to talk about heating and cooling for a project in Sisters, before learning about Forged Elegance. “I met with Paul at his shop in Bend to discuss business over a set of plans. Unbeknownst, we started a tour of his second business, Forged Elegance, where I realized I had just found Paul’s true passion and talent,” Wood said. “As a woodworker myself, I knew the quality and hard work that is required for such beautiful artwork.” Wood connected his custom-home client with Shepherd, who went on to create a series of pieces for the new home, including a bar in the garage, dining room table and bathroom mirror and vanity. Another builder who champions Forged Elegance is Tye Farnsworth, owner and general manager of Pacwest Builders, a Bend-based home construction company. Farnsworth said he appreciates Forged Elegance’s selection of handmade products in stock, as well as the made-to-order pieces the company creates. “They are amazing in their creativity and in the selection of the material they use,” Farnsworth said. “Each piece has a story to tell from where it originated. Ask Paul to share the history behind the materials he uses.”

TOP A mantel with forged steel brackets.

BOTTOM A Civil War-era barnwood beam is the foundation for a custom bench.

NEXT STEPS

As Forged Elegance continues to grow, Shepherd said he’s excited to continue experimenting with new styles and items, with a goal to always outdo himself. “I always strive to build bigger and better pieces that exceed our clients expectations,” he said. “I encourage new ideas and out-of-the-box designs.” Shepherd said he’d be particularly interested to try creating a pool table and matching forged steel light fixture someday. In the near future, Forged Elegance is focused on keeping up with orders and demand, and preparing for upcoming opportunities to meet new customers. The company will be at the Pacific Northwest Sportsmen’s show in Portland, February 15 to 19, and the Central Oregon Sportsmen’s Show at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center, March 9 to 12.

Forged Elegance forged-elegance.com 541-771-6554

“ WE HAVE ADVANCEMENTS IN NEW DESIGNS AND TECHNIQUES THAT HAVE DEVELOPED INTO AN ARRAY OF VARIOUS STYLES TO SATISFY EVERY HOMEOWNER’S NEEDS. ”

Paul Shepherd

Emily Cathcart was born into a life surrounded by fine art. Her father, a gifted painter, took her to Santa Fe, New Mexico, throughout her childhood for his gallery art shows on Canyon Road. At a young age, Cathcart was able to pick up on people’s connection with her father’s work. This inspired Cathcart to focus on a career path that would enhance others’ lives through a different medium of art, interior design and eventually her specialization in kitchens and baths.

Cathcart graduated with a bachelor of science in interior design from Colorado State University and her first job out of college was at a kitchen and bath dealership in Denver, Colorado, doing computer-aided design, or CAD, for other designers. It was at this point, she realized she wanted to specialize in the kitchen and bath industry for which she had little educational experience. Cathcart continued her education with the National Kitchen and Bath Association. In 2008, Cathcart became a Certified Kitchen Designer, and in 2016 she became a Certified Master Kitchen and Bath Designer, the highest distinction in the kitchen and bath industry. Cathcart brings more than twenty years of education, experience and certification to her clients. In addition, Cathcart traveled to Germany last fall with the NKBA on a buyers tour for kitchen and bath products.

BOUND FOR BEND

Years after developing her own business, Emily Cathcart Designs, and starting a family in Colorado, Cathcart and her family began to contemplate a move to Central Oregon. As longtime residents of Fort Collins, Colorado, and second homeowners in the ski resort town of Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the family was seeking a community that offered a mix of the two areas. They began to visit Bend regularly, and grew fond of the town’s outdoor amenities, size and clean mountain air. “We moved for the

Emily Cathcart

quality of life, and I know that’s what a lot of people say, but it’s really true,” Cathcart said. “We wanted a healthier lifestyle in general.” They were planning their move in 2019 and made their trip out west permanant in the spring of 2020.

BUSINESS REFRESH

After settling into her new home, Cathcart returned her focus to kitchen and bath design, relaunching her business in Oregon with plans to serve the Pacific Northwest. As part of the business’s second iteration, Cathcart now offers direct sourcing of cabinetry through ECD Cabinetry, which she launched in 2021. Cathcart works directly with a family-owned custom cabinet manufacturer in Vancouver, British Columbia, acting as a dealer for clients looking for cabinetry for their kitchens, bathrooms, laundry rooms, pantries and adjacent spaces. “Homeowners who

are looking for design are often also in need of cabinetry. It works seamlessly to handle the complexities of a cabinet order with a designer like myself who’s spent the majority of my career in the cabinet industry. The intention of my designs can be followed through in precise detail this way,” she said. Clients who work with Cathcart go through a step-by-step process that takes them from dream to design. It begins with a complimentary discovery call to discuss a potential project. From there, clients can book an in-home design consultation. “I’ll go out to that person’s home for a tour—we’ll talk about their ideas, we’ll talk about my ideas and I’ll share my process with them,” Cathcart said. For clients who give the green light to a project, the process continues and typically includes technical drawings, product selections and support through purchasing, installation and construction as you work with a builder.

PERSONAL STYLE

As Cathcart builds her new business in Bend, she’s keeping an eye on trends in home design and cabinetry and incorporating that knowledge into her consultations. Among the trends she’s seeing lately are pencil shaker cabinet doors, large format tile slabs on floors and walls, through-body porcelain slabs for countertops, natural stones such as marble and quartzite and more warmth in color choices, including warm whites, blues and greens. Trends aside, Cathcart is happy to see more homeowners embracing their personal styles, versus choosing design strictly on the basis of what’s popular right now. “I encourage people to discover their personal taste, and not worry about what everyone else is doing,” she said. Cathcart said her hope with each project is that in the end, the homeowner is satisfied with the process, and feels better in their space. “My priority is always the outcome, and to give a client more than they asked for,” Cathcart said, “And providing the client with a positive experience along the way.”

Emily Cathcart Designs

626 Northwest Arizona Ave #5, Bend (by appointment) 541-508-9204 emilycathcartdesigns.com

“ I ENCOURAGE PEOPLE TO DISCOVER THEIR PERSONAL TASTE, AND NOT WORRY ABOUT WHAT EVERYONE ELSE IS DOING.”

Solving Puzzles

When each new client comes to Neal Huston with a dream home or commercial space in mind, he sees the project as a puzzle to be solved. Sometimes the pieces include a steep lot with a large pine tree in the middle, while other times it’s a building with history and new owners with a vision. Whatever challenges are at hand, Huston and his team at Neal Huston & Associates are up for it, often preferring more complex projects over repeating the same old thing. “We love working with clients who are interested in a variety of different styles. That’s what keeps us going,” Huston said. “We love to try new things and think outside the box.” An openminded approach to new ideas and a talent for creating timeless designs that still check the boxes on a client’s wish list has helped Huston thrive as an architect in Central Oregon, where he moved more than five decades ago to begin his career.

THE ROAD TO CENTRAL OREGON

An Oregon native who grew up in McMinnville, Huston as a teen headed to college still debating whether to pursue medical school—to become a doctor like his father—or architecture. By his second year at Stanford he had chosen the latter, and went on to earn his bachelor’s degree in pre-architecture there and subsequently completed an additional architecture degree program at the University of Oregon. While wrapping up his education, Huston saw a position in Central Oregon listed on a job posting board. The role primarily involved establishing a design department and designing residential and summer homes for a resort community north of Sisters called Black Butte Ranch. Bend development firm Brooks Resources had recently bought the 1,800-acre property, and were advertising 1,250 building lots to Oregonians looking for a place to “listen

to the quiet” of Central Oregon. “They were just contouring the golf course by the time I started,” said Huston, who moved to Central Oregon for the role in 1970. “The idea was that we would provide home designs for free to people who bought property there,” Huston said. The position was a learning experience for Huston, who gained on-the-job insights working with engineers, architects, interior designers and contractors, as well as the developer.

BUILDING A BUSINESS

By 1976, Huston had finished his architecture apprenticeship and went on to partner with two other fellows to form Waldron Huston Barber Architects, which later became Huston Barber Barrett Turner. By 1988 he went out on his own and formed the enterprise he’s known for today—Neal

“ I LOVE THE CREATIVE PART OF HAVING A CLIENT COME TO YOU WITH THEIR IDEAS, NO MATTER THE BUDGET OR SIZE OF THE PROJECT. ”

Huston & Associates. While larger firms have come into the region and others have grown, Huston has kept his team small over the years and focused on a select number of residential and commercial projects, all of which he’s personally involved with. Huston partners with two other architects—John Gerard and Mark Ward—who have both been with the company for more than two decades, along with his wife/ business manager and an office coordinator, both of whom ensure the business side of the operation runs smoothly. Huston’s longevity in Central Oregon means he’s built up countless relationships with area builders and contractors, helping each local project come together efficiently and effectively.

DEVELOPING BEND

Huston’s home design projects are all over Central Oregon, with an emphasis on custom

home architecture in Bend. While there is a draw to larger projects with seemingly limitless budgets, Huston said he often prefers projects that have unique stipulations and challenges. Several years ago, Huston’s team was tasked with building a new single-level home for a client. While that sounds simple to begin with, Huston said the project needed to be designed on a steep lot, which had a mature pine tree in the middle that the clients wanted to keep. The solution was to thoughtfully design a home around the tree and construct part of the home on steel stilts to allow for the single-level living the clients were seeking. In the end, the successful project was dubbed the “Tree House,” Huston said.

On another project, Neal Huston & Associates worked with a couple looking to move from a three-story home into a newly built single-level home in Bend’s Hillside Park neighborhood. “They still wanted a nice view up on Awbrey Butte,

Commercial projects in Bend by Neal Huston & Associates include Worthy Brewing Company on the east side and Strictly Organic Coffee Co. in the Box Factory.

but they wanted it on one level,” said Huston, who described the clients as close friends. The resulting design maximized the south-facing views that the couple had loved at their previous home, in 3,000 square feet of living space on one level.

While Huston’s work has most recently focused primarily on custom residential projects, his commercial work is visible all over Bend. Downtown, Huston helped transform an office space for attorneys into the Deschutes Brewing Public House, enclosing an exterior courtyard that would become the main dining room of the brewery restaurant. Just a block away, Huston was also the architect tasked with preserving the history and sentiment of Eddie’s Corner, a longstanding Bend auto dealership slated to become a bank at the corner of Northwest Wall Street and Northwest Newport Avenue. Huston worked out a design for the new bank that kept the dealership’s massive lava rock pillars with a sign reading “Eddie’s Corner,” appeasing auto dealer Eddie Williamson, while building a more contemporary building on the site to house the bank.

TEST OF TIME

With more than fifty years in the architecture field in Central Oregon, Huston has become an expert in designs that stand the test of time. He may suggest variations to ultracontemporary styles that might currently be in vogue but may not live as comfortably five or ten years later, and advocate for designs that prioritize functionality, sustainability and timeless style. In the coming years, Huston hopes the company continues its current trajectory, pursuing new designs and styles that spark creativity and the problem-solving skills that drew Huston to architecture in the first place. “I love the creative part of having a client come to you with their ideas, no matter the budget or size of the project,” Huston said. “The goal is to create functional buildings that live large and hopefully exceed the client’s expectations.”

Neal Huston & Associates

520 Southwest Powerhouse Drive, Suite 621, Bend 541-389-0991 nealhuston.com

Hygge AT HOME

COZY, SOUL-WARMING INTERIOR DESIGN

WRITTEN BY PENNY NAKAMURA

Aformer longtime Bend resident, Erika Ray made her home in Copenhagen, Denmark, after marrying her childhood Danish sweetheart two years ago. Ray said she sees hygge as not just a Danish design concept, but an entire way of life.

“I think when Americans think of hygge it’s about white walls, candles lit, light Scandinavian wood furniture and cozy blankets,” Ray said. “But it’s a Danish word that’s been around since the 1800s, and it’s a very Old World concept. Yes, there’s a design concept to it, but I think of it more as a

verb. In Denmark we say, ‘I had a lovely time at your home, it’s been hyggeligt,’ and in that case it’s being used as an adjective, meaning it’s felt warm, very cozy and welcoming being there.” Hygge, pronounced (hyoo-guh) has been trending as a design concept in the United States for several years now, and it became even more popular during the pandemic when people were staying at home more, and working from home, and wanting a place of comfort. “It’s actually a hard word to describe in English, but I guess the closest word I could find is cozy, without being cluttered,” said realtor and interior design

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hygge influencer Elise Kirkpatrick. Kirkpatrick shares hygge-inspired homes from around the world, including Oregon examples, on her Instagram, @hyggehouselife. “Hygge is more of a feeling of being contented, not stressed. You can have the hygge feeling taking a walk in nature, or sitting in front of your fireplace, or even cooking comfort foods. There are hygge cookbooks that embrace this concept.”

Bend resident Nicole Apelian spent years searching for a perfect dream home in Central Oregon, and finally found a southeast Bend house that gave her the hygge feeling. “I would describe my house here as a place of calm, warmth and coziness,” said Apelian, who explained that she wanted a home with a lot of natural light, where you could bring the outdoors inside. “Hygge to me is a natural way to design. I brought in lots of different textures into my home, with fuzzy blankets, and natural blending of organic materials.”

Apelian says much of her interior furniture is modern, which by itself can often come off as cold, austere and stark, but when using hygge as her design objective, she’s able to warm up her home and make it inviting. “With modern furniture you have to be careful, if I used all neutral tones everywhere, it would look very monotone, it can become overwhelmingly neutral,” Apelian said.

“I WOULD DESCRIBE MY HOUSE HERE AS A PLACE OF CALM, WARMTH AND COZINESS. ”

“So, the trick is to mix it up using different layering of textures; around my sofa I have a thick sheepskin throw, a linen pillow and a thick wool rug full of texture. When I walk into my home, it just feels like a big hug. That’s hygge to me.”

Probably not so surprisingly, the Pacific Northwest is considered the number one region in America that uses a lot of hygge design, according to Kirkpatrick. “I believe Seattle was number one for hygge design and Portland number two, and that makes sense since this region has a lot of cold weather, and that makes perfect

sense in Bend too, where there’s a lot of snow,” Kirkpatrick said. “Even though you can have hygge in beach areas, I think a lot more people tend to think of hygge in colder regions, where you might have a fireplace and warm blankets.”

A former Bendite living in Denmark, Ray explained that hygge is embedded in the country’s history as an agrarian society focused on farming. Communities would come together for cozy, warm gatherings during long winters, which offered little daytime sunshine.

“In Copenhagen, my husband Jens and

I live in a centuries-old building on the fourth floor, and we have big windows with lots of light shining into our living room; it feels very ‘hyggelit’. By Danish standards it’s very colorful, as we have a modern green sofa, and an orange coffee table Jens crafted. When we got married, I bought us a beautiful Pendleton blanket that we use on our sofa,” Ray said. “As for the feeling of hygge, I would say it’s when we both are sitting on our sofa with the Pendleton blanket, sipping peppermint tea, there’s a feeling of warmth and contentment.”

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The Best Seat

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Slanted Spaces

Don't be discouraged by angled ceilings—instead, embrace the slopes and create functional spaces.

In many of our homes, space is at a premium. Rather than spending time daydreaming about a house with more square footage, instead work to make the most of each alcove, corner and recess that already exists. Whether it's the area underneath a staircase, open space inside the walls or odd, angled corners, there's likely some underutilized areas in your current home worth rethinking. Not sure where to start?

Survey each room by looking up, down and in each direction for empty areas—and use the following pages for inspiration to make the most of every nook and cranny in your home.

MAXIMIZING EVERY LITTLE SPACE AT HOME Reading Recess

Build out a living room alcove with cushions and pillows to create a bibliophile's dream reading nook.

Smart Storage

Tuck away bulky countertop appliances and cookbooks with an "appliance garage" tucked into a wall or under a cabinet. Items remain easy to access, but don't clutter counters.

Kids Cubby

There are no bigger fans of nooks and crannies than children, who love making use of unusual, kid-sized spaces.

Work Zone

Reimagine an underutilized area by transforming it into an office nook.

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Tucked Away

One of the most popular nooks to take advantage of is the space below a staircase. Use it for storage, a desk space or recessed reading area.

HISTORY Repeats

INCORPORATING VINTAGE AND ANTIQUE FOCAL PIECES INTO A CONTEMPORARY DESIGN

WRITTEN BY LYDIA HAGEN

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Embrace the vintage aesthetic while remaining trendy by adding mid-century modern furniture pieces to a home. These pieces from the mid 20th century feature gentle curves, clean lines and real wood material.

he antiquated aesthetic doesn’t have to be all-or-nothing; incorporating certain focal points of vintage or antique decor can add nostalgia to a home’s design while still keeping with a fresh and innovative contemporary style.

To be an “antique,” the object must be at least one hundred years old from the current year. One of the oldest antiques at Velvet and Rust in Sisters was a 200-year-old altar piece from a church in France, according to owner Jay Bergevin. As for vintage pieces, those can be found all over Central Oregon, and fall under a vague definition, but are typically at least a few decades old.

PICK AN ERA

A good starting point for adding vintage and antique influence to your home might be choosing an era (or two) that complements the existing design.

Lauren Cooley, owner of Gathered Wares in Bend, said “My customer base loves their mid-century modern furniture and decor. It's well made, stylish, transitions well into so many design scapes and it's super functional.” Mid-century modern design—from the 1930s to 1960s—can range anywhere from large furniture with precise, curved lines and flat wood finishes, to smaller pieces which add a nod to the vintage charm in a contemporary home. Bergevin said that people tend to gravitate toward a statement piece or collection, when looking to add antiques to their home decor. Statement pieces might include vintage art; Bergevin said he likes to decorate with various metal pieces as too much wood can be redundant. Mixing up the variety of texture is a subtle way to add new layers of design elements.

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FOCAL POINTS

To add elements of antique or vintage to the home, consider the color, and if the object fits with the style of your home. For example, a vintage rug, or even an antique rug—which may pass through Gathered Wares from time to time—could bring the living room together.

For those seeking a statement piece—something smaller than a rug—vintage mirrors or lamps can amplify a blank space. For example, try creating a mirror wall with different sized gold mirrors, which made their way into interior design during the Victorian age. A mirror wall, or large statement mirror, can make the space feel larger than it actually is, or feed into an extravagant vibe without going overboard with textures and accents.

Antique lamps—such as domed varieties made of stained glass, or wooden contoured mid-century modern standalone lighting—bring the warmth of a room to completion. Try using LED Edison light bulbs to really set the tone. Make sure the paint and electrical work is up to date before making a purchase, or make plans to find an expert to refurbish those items.

Art is another way to add color and focus to a room. It makes sense in every area of the house, creating a cohesive, streamlined effect to a design style. Cooley said that finding vintage art can be as simple as searching through garage sales or local estate sales. Vintage art is also a great way to define the era of interior design in the home. Find a painting that mimics the Victorian age, or search for pop-art, which really made waves in the 1960s.

“What I'm really appreciating about interior design these days is the ability to get out of the box of what a space is 'supposed' to look like and to instead just incorporate lots of different elements from various eras that bring you joy,” Cooley said. “There's an art to making it cohesive but once you learn how to do that, it's magic and really makes your space stand out from everyone else’s.”

Don’t get rid of a comfy couch or bed, unless the goal is to achieve entirely antique or vintage design. Instead, try implementing statement pieces from local antique, vintage and consignment stores. Consider the era and vibe you’re going for, and be surprised at just how well the found objects fit with a contemporary style; adding a story and a bit of history to every room.

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Entryways ELEVATED

FIRST IMPRESSIONS FOR THE HOME

WRITTEN BY KAILEY FISICARO

The entryway of a home is a space to welcome visitors, and to feel comfortable each day while arriving home. There are tricks to making elevated entryways that work for the everyday.

If the idea of redesigning the entryway feels overwhelming, go for a “less is more” approach, said Karrie Bomstad, owner and designer of Staging Spaces & Design in Bend, which specializes in home staging, style and design. “Your guests are going to walk in, and it’s really their first impression, so it’s either warm and welcoming, or not,” Bomstad said. One approach is to focus on five foundational elements of the entryway, according to Traci Porterfield, designer and co-owner of Circa Interiors, an interior design firm that has operated in Bend since 1991. “I think the entry especially can be so beautiful and also functional as long as you have a few key pieces,” Porterfield said. Start with a grounding piece of furniture, whether it’s a console table or sideboard that offers some storage. Above this table or

Make an Entrance

Welcome guests inside with color and style by choosing an eyecatching art piece for the entryway.

sideboard, choose something that makes a statement, Porterfield said. “My preference is to do a dramatic piece of artwork, but an interesting mirror works as well,” she said. As a third element, Porterfield recommends having something fresh like a plant, flowers or branches. Fourth, it’s important to engage more senses than the eyes. “There always needs to be a scented candle, and in my world, it’s always burning,” Porterfield said. Finally—a must in the high desert—a durable, beautiful rug. Porterfield personally opts for hand-knotted styles. “I recommend choosing something that hides dirt but it doesn’t have to be an entry mat,” she said. “It can be something that offers a lot of style.”

One bonus design choice will make an impact before any visitors even pass through the threshold: the front door and its hardware. Even if choosing more affordable hardware in the rest of the home, front door hardware is worth the investment, Porterfield said.

A beautiful entryway also doesn’t have to be a big entryway. For homes that are short on space, Bomstad said to swap in a nightstand for a console table or add floating shelves for extra storage.

Bomstad often helps design mudrooms, with smart pieces such as benches and cubbies for baskets. One new feature that’s rising in popularity is especially appropriate for Bend: a metal tub dog wash, allowing clients to bathe their dogs as easily as a groomer, sometimes just off the mudroom in the laundry room. She also typically adds a counter space meant for charging and storing devices; it’s the kind of feature you might not think of without expert help.

Like any room in the home, it may take time to curate an entryway to get it just right. “You make smarter choices when you’ve lived in a house for a little bit,” said Allison Clouser, co-owner of Clouz Houz, and formerly of Design Bar Bend. Clouser and her husband recently launched their new venture in Clouz Houz, offering design services and flipping fixer uppers. “Especially in this house, we use our front door all the time,” Clouser said of her family's home. “We don’t have a mudroom like a lot of new houses do these days.”

She manages with a console table, benches and baskets for people to kick off and stash their shoes. In the console

table, Clouser has a place to store mail, keys and leashes for their golden retrievers. Light-colored rugs help hide the dog fur that inevitably escapes a daily vacuum run. “This space has to work in multiple ways,” she said, explaining finding the balance of beauty with a spot her teenagers and their friends pass through daily.

A final curated detail that sets the tone of the entryway is lighting. “The lighting is really key in an entryway,” Clouser said. Changing the overhead lighting, or simply adding a lamp, can transform the whole setting of an entryway, she said. Porterfield agreed, explaining soft or adjustable lighting is essential.“That way if it’s dark out, you’re not coming into this blast of light,” Porterfield said. “That might be done with a lamp, or the light is on a dimmer.”

In a well-done entryway, there is a special feeling when you walk in. “The goal is that it feels warm and welcoming,” Porterfield said. “And there’s a hint of what’s about to come.”

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“ THE GOAL IS THAT IT FEELS WARM AND WELCOMING. ”

TIPS & TRICKS FOR

Composting

A BEGINNER’S GUIDE

WRITTEN BY CHLOE GREEN

Being conscientious about what happens to the food that we eat and don't eat is an excellent way to begin living a more sustainable lifestyle. With food waste accounting for twenty-four percent of all material found in landfills and eight percent of global greenhouse gas emissions, reevaluating what happens to our leftovers can help lessen our environmental impact. That's where composting comes in. Carys Wilkins, owner of Sister’s Mahonia Gardens and farmstand said, “Even before I became a farmer ten years ago, composting felt like one of the most accessible ways to reduce my energy footprint. Not only does it help to reduce trash in landfills, but it creates rich soil which can be used to grow food.” Composting is the naturally occurring process where organic matter, such as food scraps from the kitchen or leaves from the backyard, is recycled into a dark, rich soil called compost. These materials will naturally decompose, but composting speeds up the process by creating an ideal environment for decomposition. Learning to make the

perfect compost pile can feel intimidating, but it's not as hard as you think. This simple guide is all you need to get a compost pile up and running.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION

No matter where you live, there's a composting method that will accommodate your lifestyle. If you have a backyard, create an open-air pile or an enclosed compost bin out of an old trash can or metal box. Ensure the location of the pile is in a shady and dry area away from animals, and with good drainage. If you live in a smaller space, purchase one of the various small compost bins designed for apartment living or simply use a large plastic bag to mix compost material.

Don’t plan to garden but still want to practice sustainable living? Simply collect food scraps in a countertop collection bin that will then be dumped into a yard waste receptacle for someone else to make compost with. For those of us in Bend and Redmond, yard debris and food waste are collected every other week by Cascade Disposal or Republic Services.

Waste Less

Collect food waste in an odor-free container such as this tabletop composting bin from Lomi. While some tabletop bins simply store compost-friendly materials, this container speeds up the composting process and creates nutrient-rich dirt in hours.

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BUILDING THE PILE

Four essential elements—nitrogen, carbon, water and air—are needed to cultivate a successful compost pile. The first two elements are commonly referred to as the "greens and browns." Nitrogen is found in “greens,” which include fruit and vegetable scraps, grass clippings, flowers, egg shells and animal manure. Carbon will come from “browns,” found in yard materials such as dead leaves, twigs, wood chips, hay, soil, and items such as egg cartons and old newspapers. The browns should act as the base when building the pile. From there, add alternating layers of greens and browns on top of one another. Keep the pile consistently moist by watering every three to seven days, and add air by turning the pile every two weeks or so. Layering greens and browns and ensuring these materials are cut up into small pieces will also help with aeration. Remember to keep dairy products, meat, oil, coal, pet waste and diseased plants out of the pile. Determine the success of a compost pile by the smell. You're on the right track if the pile gives off an earthy and neutral scent. But if it starts to smell rotten, you'll want to add in more brown material and give it a turn.

HOW TO USE COMPOST

Compost can be ready to use after anywhere from one month to one year. You’ll be able to tell that your pile is ready to be used when you can no longer recognize the original organic materials, it appears dark and crumbly like soil, and it has a fresh and earthy smell.

From there, it’s time to put the hard work to use. “If you have any outdoor space you can use your compost on trees, bushes, or dig into a section of your grass and replace it with compost and veggies.” Wilkins said. Compost introduces a lot of nourishing nutrients into the soil that are great for your crops. “If you’re in an apartment, replace your houseplant’s soil with your homemade compost every six months instead of using chemically enhanced bagged soil,” she said.

If you like the idea of composting, but don’t have a use for it at home, there are a lot of options still available to you. Wilkins recommends checking out community gardens, as most will accept kitchen scraps. Or start a compost bin in your community. “Our farm stand in Sisters, The Stand, has a community compost bin,” Wilkins said. “Come check it out for an example of how to start your own.”

Super Soil

After collecting scraps and building a successful compost pile, reap the rewards with nutrient-rich soil for the garden.

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Winter Warmers

SOUL-SOOTHING DRINKS WITH CENTRAL OREGON INGREDIENTS

WRITTEN BY LYDIA HAGEN | PHOTOS BY ALYSON BROWN

Gone are the days (for now) of condensation on a cool glass of lemonade at a barbeque, or a refreshing brew on a patio after a mountain bike ride. It’s time to cozy up fireside and watch the snow fall with a warm mug of cocoa, tea or even a boozy nightcap. Try these three delightful winter drink recipes made with local ingredients this chilly season.

Hone ysweetened Earl Grey

BROADUS BEES HONEY

Broadus Bees owner James Broadus Wilkie V founded the Central Oregon company in 2019 with pollinators as priority. Broadus Bees sells lip balms, whole beeswax, honeycomb and flavor-infused honey. Find the honey at stores including Newport Avenue Market and Central Oregon Locavore. For a simple and delicious warming drink, steep Earl Grey tea in a mug with hot water. After letting it cool to your preference, remove the bag. Measure one teaspoon of Broadus Bees lavender honey—along with milk if desired—for a sweet, fragrant winter drink. See broadusbees.com.

INGREDIENT LIST

• Hot water

• 1 packet of Earl Grey tea

• 1 teaspoon of Broadus Bees lavender honey

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MEADOWLAND SIMPLE SYRUP

The whimsical—not to mention delicious— Meadowland Simple Syrup brand is a collaboration between Kathy Irwin and Katie Daisy. Beyond Daisy’s imaginative illustrations on the bottles, the syrups range from floral to fruity to piquant, all distinct in their flavor. This winter, try Meadowland’s own tried and true recipe: a smoked hot toddy. The whiskey, hot water, cinnamon stick, honey and lemon of the common recipe are sure to comfort winter blues, but why not add a twist to a classic? Replace honey with Meadowland’s Woodfire Apple simple syrup for a sweet and smoky addition to this winter nightcap. See meadowlandsyrup.com.

INGREDIENT LIST

• 1½ oz whiskey

• ¾ oz Woodfired Apple simple syrup

• Squeeze of lemon

• Hot water

• Lemon wheel and cinnamon stick garnish

Rich Hot Chocolate

SEAHORSE CHOCOLATE COCOA MIX

Seahorse Chocolate is owned by husband and wife RC and Amanda Gartrell, and the company’s partners, Parker Vaughan and Jay Junkin. They specialize in the creation of high-quality chocolate from cocoa sourced from around the world, including Trinidad, Peru and

Vietnam. Aside from delicious bars and variety packs—samples of the luxurious chocolate—the cocoa mix from Seahorse can be found in hot chocolate and mochas at Palate and Still Vibrato Coffee.

At home, turn the cocoa mix into a classic winter warming drink of your dreams. Grab the mix at Suttle Tea in Sisters and Jackson’s Corner in Bend. Bring milk to warm on the stove in the top pot of a double-boiler; stirring continuously so that it does not

burn, curdle or boil. When heated, add the cocoa mix and stir. Pour in a mug, add a spritz (or two) of whipped cream and enjoy. See seahorsechocolate.com.

INGREDIENT LIST

• 7 ounces of milk

• 1½ level tablespoons of Seahorse Chocolate cocoa mix

With infinite opportunities for outdoor recreation and an exceptional quality of life, Bend and the surrounding communities in Central Oregon are an incredible place to live. A destination packed with picturesque hikes, rivers, lakes and mountains, an overflowing craft brewing scene and a lively business community with many local entrepreneurs and remote workers, Bend offers appeal for many. Your next home might be in Bend’s lively Old Mill District, vibrant downtown, a family-friendly neighborhood or the city’s up-and-coming midtown area. In the coming pages, see some of the real estate available this season in Bend and beyond.

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TRAILHEAD IN TETHEROW

Contemporary design by BendTrend Homes in the Trailhead community of Tetherow. Two-level 3,262 sf floor plan w/primary suite, mud/laundry and large den on the main level and two additional hybrid en-suite bedrooms and bonus room upstairs. Luxury finishes and craftsmanship throughout include hardwoods, quartz counters, JennAir appliances, tiled showers, and Sonos system standard. Direct access to Phil’s Trail system for mountain biking/hiking out your back door.

MLS# 220139037 I $1,495,000

TETHEROW MASTERPIECE

This mountain modern masterpiece by BendTrend Homes fuses quality and luxury with a functional design that leaves nothing behind. The chef’s kitchen and voluminous great room open to an outdoor covered terrace with fireplace, plus enjoy a private courtyard on the golf course side and a second-level roof top view deck. This home is in Tetherow and backs to Broken Top golf course and the Cascade Highlands Trail for biking & hiking out your front door.

MLS# 220148583 I $3,250,000

5 ACRE ESTATE

This fully fenced private enclave in close-in Bend boasts Cascade views overlooking a swimming pool and pastoral lawn with easy irrigation. The covered walk-out patio with fireplace is an oasis for relaxing and entertaining poolside. The open, flowing floor plan boasts a chef’s kitchen, main level primary suite, wet bar, and a studio-like exercise room w/private bathroom. Heated 4-car garage with shower and additional storage. This discerning property is truly one of a kind.

MLS# 220152186 I $1,995,000

MOLLY BRUNDAGE & CHERI SMITH

Principal Brokers 541-280-9066 / 541-788-8997 info@brundagesmith.com brundagesmith.totalbendrealestate.com

THE ULTIMATE BEND RANCH

The ranch house interior is modern urban and completely remodeled. It is only 13 easy minutes from Bend and has 2,640 sf, a spacious master, 3 bds, 3 bths, office/den, 3 fireplaces, and a new 3,000 sf warehouse/shop. This one-of-a-kind ranch is 1 of 2 allowed within several thousand acres of wildlife and wilderness preserves. Your on-property Ghost Tree Preserve is the ultimate Glamp Camp for entertaining family and friends. Enjoy direct access to incredible hiking and mountain biking trails. The starry views from the ranch are among the best in the world. $2,797,000

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PANORAMIC VIEWS

Enjoy PANORAMIC views of charming Bend, Deschutes River and Pilot Butte...watch the fireworks! Gorgeous sunrises over the Ochoco’s and sparkling city lights in the evening. Relax in your PRIVATE oasis while taking in the views with a peaceful cup of coffee.

MLS# 220152505 I $1,300,000

LUXURIOUS MILEPOST 1

Now is the perfect time to own a home in Bend. This amazing Arrowood townhome is like new. Use it as a full-time residence or make it a part time home with income as a short-term rental.

Gorgeous Widgi Creek golf course views from the home and decks.

MLS# 220151826 I $1,450,000

TUMALO MOUNTAIN VIEWS

Welcome to your own little piece of paradise in Tumalo! This perfect little hobby farm is ready for all of your animals and toys. Fully fenced with mature landscaping, a lovely pond and beautiful Cascade Mountain Views

MLS# 220152255 I $1,300,000

REDTAIL RIDGE

Prime SW Redmond location, with quick access to recreational areas, Eagle Crest & 20 min to Bend. This gorgeous contemporary single-level home you’ll find high ceilings, primary bedroom w/ en-suite + 3 spacious bedrooms; accessible 2nd bathroom

MLS# 220151832 I $799,000

THE VANDENBORN GROUP

Broker Licensed in Oregon 541-508-9581 nvandenborn@gmail.com thevandenborngroup.com

TURNKEY IN BROKEN TOP

Beautiful, light-filled and immaculate 2146 sq ft town home on 10th fairway in Broken Top. SOLD TURNKEY. Featuring cherrywood floors, large windows, vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, two primary suites, a versatile loft space & a third bedroom suite, currently used as an office with a Murphy bed & built-ins. Back deck offers a delightful outdoor space to relax, entertain & soak up the views of the green & fairway!

MLS# 220151918 I $950,000

LOVELY BROKEN TOP TOWN HOME

Warm & inviting town home on the 18th fairway in Broken Top, featuring 16’ ft vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace, beautiful maple hardwood floors, Primary on main level, upstairs a guest suite & another primary bedroom suite with golf course views. Private back patio perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This end unit lot sits next to an open common area with additional guest parking in the front.

MLS# 220150987 I $799,000

BROKEN TOP 18TH FAIRWAY

Stunning, bright end unit town home on the 18th fairway in Broken Top. The elegant interior features vaulted ceilings, gas fireplace and abundance of upgrades; gorgeous hardwood floors, granite counters, newer gas range/oven. Spacious primary suite on main level with walkin closet, luxurious bathroom. Upstairs another primary and guest suite. Private back deck buffered by a common area and beautiful pines.

MLS# 220149958 I $899,000

LUXURY OCEAN VIEW

Premium waterfront on Floras Lake with ocean view. Due to the unique nature of Floras Lake located 20 minutes south of Bandon the marketing plan featured 3 MLS’s across the state, Luxury Home Magazine, Haven Magazine, Bend Home + Design, professional photography, drone footage, state-of-the-art video and brochures. Comprehensive market plan and professional real estate solutions with 32 years experience. www.ValLambertRealEstate.com 503-804-9299

MLS# 220149350 I $1,725,000

HEART OF WESTSIDE

Open concept, 2 bed/2.5 bath with a loft. Just two miles to downtown, three miles to Phil’s Trails, and only 25 minutes to Mt. Bachelor. This is technically a condo, yet it’s a stand-alone home with all the benefits of a condo- all exterior structural maintenance and landscaping done for you. HOA also includes water/sewer, snow removal and window cleaning. Enjoy life with sunsets on the porch while relaxing to the water feature in the common area. Plenty of parking and detached one-car garage makes a perfect home gym or man cave. Spend more time living in Bend and less time taking care of a house.

MLS# 220154320 I $685,000

VALRIE LAMBERT & MICHELLE CUNHA

Principal Broker & Broker 541-550-3628

Val@LivOregonRE.com Michelle@LivOregonRE.com

NIC JONES

Born and raised in Central Oregon, Nic has spent a lifetime admiring and enjoying all the area has to offer. For the past seven years of his real estate career he has specialized in luxury estates, commercial portfolios and farm and ranch properties. Nic’s extensive knowledge of farm and ranch development stems from his years working on the Antone Ranch, a 40,000-acre property located in Eastern Oregon. He is a true entrepreneur at heart and applies his creativity and expert problem-solving skills to each transaction. Along with his unique expertise in the industry, Nic’s passion for people and substantial relationships makes him an exceptional real estate advisor. When Nic isn’t working you can find him spending time with his wife and daughter, mountain biking, or praying that Bitcoin is going up. If you are looking for a hard-working broker with integrity and experience, Nic is who you want in your corner.

RECENTLY SOLD

MODERN FARMHOUSE WITH RIVER ACCESS

Unique 12 acre property that sits on the edge of a canyon rim with access to the Deschutes River. The updated 2,704 sqft, 4 bed, 3 bath house is a charmer! Featuring a large country kitchen with classic farm sink, wood floors, vaulted ceilings and custom finishes throughout.

MLS# 220128731 I $1,200,000

NIC JONES Broker 541-279-1283

Nic@LivOregonRE.com LivOregonRealEstate.com

JODELL BORN

Jodell fell in love with Bend when she moved here in 2003. Born in Minnesota, she has a deep appreciation for the 4 seasons as well as access to lakes and rivers, and Bend has so much to offer for her love of the outdoors! She has been involved in Real Estate for over 15 years. Surrounding herself with a network of investors as well as first time home buyers has helped develop her interest in real estate sales. Jodell works and lives on the West side of Bend and loves the community of business owners, locals, and visitors. She has spent the past several years helping to save and remodel some of the old mill homes in Bend and loves the challenges that it brings. The history of Bend is truly special and Jodell enjoys helping to preserve it and share it with others. She is passionate about helping people find a home or investment that fits their needs, and will go above and beyond to make sure her clients are satisfied and happy!

RECENTLY SOLD

WELL MAINTAINED SINGLE LEVEL

Super well maintained single level home on a cul-de-sac in Hollow Pine Estates. Open living/dining/kitchen plus a separate living room with beautiful built ins! Oversized garage and fenced RV Parking, mature landscaping, shed and a patio great for entertaining!

MLS# 220148514 I $630,000

ENERGY EFFICIENT UPDATES

Features new solar system, EV charger & ductless mini-split. Home has 4 beds (one with separate entrance and Murphy bed), 2.5 baths & 2 living spaces. Corner lot with fully-fenced backyard & beautiful xeriscape landscaping.

MLS# 220147185 I $545,000

AWBREY BUTTE GEM

Sweeping Eastern views from multiple private decks and interior windows. Open concept floorplan great for entertaining features a cozy living room fireplace and bright chef’s kitchen. Private primary suite includes a flex space with a gas fireplace and french doors leading to a sunny southern deck, luxurious bath with a jetted tub, and walk in closet. Two additional bedrooms and a downstairs bonus space’. Oversized 3-car garage with ample storage, a work bench and hot/cold water. Take in the beauty of Bend right from your front porch every morning!

MLS# 220149293 I $910,000

SPACIOUS SE BEND

Beautiful, newly remodeled home sits on .46 acre in SE Bend’s Orion Greens neighborhood. Kitchen boasts granite countertops, Bosch appliances and oversized island. Great room layout with vaulted ceiling is ideal for entertaining. Primary-onthe-main has large bathroom and walk-in closet. Jr. suite and third bedroom also located on the main level. Large upstairs bonus room has a half bath and many possibilities. Fenced back yard with greenhouse, garden shed and patio with water feature. Double gates for possible RV parking. Oversized double garage with storage and workspace. Freshly painted interior and recently painted exterior and outbuildings.

MLS# 220155161 I $1,225,000

TIFFANY PAULIN

RANCH & FARM EXPERT

Tiffany resides on her ranch in beautiful Tumalo, Oregon and has been a Central Oregon resident for more than two decades. She is an avid equestrian and competes in endurance horse-racing events, demonstrating that at play, as in her work, she is always committed to going the distance.

Tiffany is a results-oriented, creative and intuitive bringer of solutions who knows how to roll up her sleeves and get down to business. No matter what her client’s needs are, Tiffany knows what it takes to help them meet their real estate goals. She is passionate about being a resource for her clients and loves specializing in ranch and farm properties. Well known for going above and beyond in every task, she prides herself on working within a client’s budget and prioritizing their needs.

“I recommend Tiffany wholeheartedly! She went above and beyond for us and we couldn’t have had a better experience working with her. She is incredibly knowledgeable, smart and easy to work with.”

—Client Testimonial

ARTS + EXHIBITS

Written by Lee Lewis Husk

HIGH DESERT MUSEUM

Three not-to-be-missed exhibitions will kick off 2023 at the High Desert Museum. “In the Arena: Photographs from America’s Only Touring Black Rodeo” by San Francisco Bay Area photographer Gabriela Hasbun has images of Black cowboys and cowgirls in the arena and behind the scenes.

“In the Arena: Photographs from America’s Only Touring Black Rodeo” Gabriela Hasbun

They were taken at the Bill Pickett Invitational Rodeo which was founded in 1984 and tours throughout the United States. Images are multigenerational and merge classic rodeo attire with contemporary tastes such as Gucci sunglasses and Louis Vuitton saddles. Her work has appeared in publications such as The New York Times, Rolling Stone and Sunset. The exhibit runs through June 25.

Under the surface of a snowy winter, a secret world comes to life. “Under the Snow” explores the “subnivean” zone—or the habitat between the surface and bottom of the snowpack—which stays at 32 degrees and protects plants and animals from frigid temperatures. The interactive exhibit shows where voles, shrews, insects and porcupines build a matrix of tunnels to survive winter and hide from surface predators. Using interactive graphics, visitors will meet a resilient mammal named Pika, an observant owl called Great Gray and a fruiting fungus known as Fuzzy Foot. These individuals will talk about life in the snow, including their favorite spots to cache food, the best moments to hunt and their favorite types of snowfall. The exhibit runs through May 7.

“Creations of Spirit” is a new exhibition of seven Native American artists of tribes along the Columbia River and its tributaries. Museum visitors will see artwork previously used in Native American communities before being shown at the museum. Contemporary artist Joe Feddersen of the Colville tribe created a basket that was used to harvest roots in the spring. Jefferson Greene of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs constructed a tule reed canoe and paddles for Native youth. Kelli Palmer of Wasco and Warm Springs tribe wove a traditional corn husk hat known as a putlapa. The show runs from January 28 through October 1.

Great Gray Owl “Under the Snow”

Jefferson Greene of the Confederated Tribes of Warm Springs paddles a tule reed canoe he made on Lake Simtustus.

SCALEHOUSE

January/ February

After leaving a PhD program in electrical engineering and computing at Carnegie Mellon University and earning an M.F.A. in photography from the Rochester Institute of Technology, Japanese-born Akihiko Miyoshi began exploring the intersection between art and technology. He will present works that reimagine photographs as magical objects with possibilities and potential.

He describes his process as layers of silk with images printed onto them sandwiched between layers of resin poured onto a wooden board. A tiny area of a 35mm negative is scanned at high resolution and printed onto silk. The thin silk fabric is then embedded into layers of resin. “It is referencing a moment when the world turns into an image,” he wrote. “The image is still full of life and active. It is not yet fixed in perpetuity. The objects…reveal to the viewer that it is not a flat image but a three dimensional one. The more one looks, the more dizzying it becomes.”

Miyoshi is professor of photography and digital media at Reed College in Portland, and is represented by the Circuit Gallery in Toronto. The show runs from January 6 through February 26.

Brush Sway Positive Akihiko Miyoshi

Brush Negative Akihiko Miyoshi

ARTISTS’ GALLERY SUNRIVER VILLAGE

Open for thirteen years, this “art gallery for artists” in The Village at Sunriver is run as a co-op by its thirty members. The public is invited to stop by the gallery for its “2nd Saturday Party with the Artists” from 4 to 6 p.m. each month.

January

Madonna, Cher and Barbra Streisand are among those who have Bruce Freund’s blown glass art in their collections. Freund moved to Central Oregon from Southern California and is the gallery’s newest artist. He has a master’s degree in glass from California State University, Fullerton, and attended the prestigious Pilchuck Glass School in Stanwood, Washington, whose founders included Dale Chihuly.

February

Bend ceramicist Peter Roussell, aka “Peter the Potter,” makes all his pieces by hand on a potter’s wheel. “I like to think of my pots as blank canvases ready for surface treatments far from traditional glazing techniques,” he said, adding that alternative firing methods include raku, horsehair, saggar, slip resist, naked raku, smoked, fumed and pit fired. His large-scale pieces are found in many Bend homes.

Turquoise pot Peter Roussell

Blown glass by Bruce Freund

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