Dramatically cantilevered over a canyon hillside, this striking 4,355-square-foot home represents both resilience and artistry. After losing their original house in the Santiam Canyon fires, the homeowners envisioned a fresh start deeply rooted in the land’s history and their creative spirit. In close collaboration with the design team, they shaped a home that honors memory while charting a new and inspiring chapter.

The design is rooted in the concept of three intersecting diamonds, with the central gathering spaces at the core, private bedrooms and baths at one end, and creative studios at the other. The home’s placement on the land demanded advanced engineering, including steel piles and a hybrid wood-and-steel framing system. Natural light and vertical lines were central to the vision, with custom wood windows framing expansive views and illuminating soaring ceilings.

Inside, the homeowners’ artistry shines through—from handcrafted stained glass to bold color palettes and custom finishes. A floating steel staircase, exposed beams, and heart hickory cabinetry blend structural sophistication with warmth. The result is more than a house: it is a legacy of craftsmanship, creativity, and connection for generations to come.

Passages II: Rebuilding from the Ashes

After losing their home in the Santiam Canyon fires, the homeowners turned devastation into inspiration—rebuilding a modern sanctuary that honors memory, creativity, and renewal. This story video captures their journey from ashes to artistry: preserving the lone surviving fireplace as a symbol of resilience, transforming the metal frame of a beloved piano into sculpture, and working alongside a trusted team to design a home defined by light, balance, and beauty. “Passages II” isn’t just a structure—it’s a testament to vision, trust, and the enduring human spirit to create something extraordinary from loss.