White Salmon Residence

Set on five sloping acres of oak and pine with glimpses of the Columbia River Gorge, this home for two travel-loving creatives is inspired by the concept of prospect and refuge—the balance between sheltered, intimate spaces and expansive views that people instinctively find comforting. Tall ceilings and floor-to-ceiling glass create a seamless connection between indoors and out, filling the home with natural light and framing views through the oak forest to the Columbia River and Coyote Wall Syncline beyond. Designed for a lifestyle centered on nature, health, and outdoor living, the house is both a cozy retreat and a place to embrace its remarkable setting. Its modern architecture is softened by a warm palette of cedar, oak, walnut, and richly colored tile, creating spaces that feel inviting, natural, and timeless.