Evening Sky

Evening Sky is a 5,325-square-foot residence completed in 2023 by Scott | Edwards Architecture, located in the foothills of McMinnville, Oregon. Sited at the crest of a vineyard, the project responds directly to its setting, with the house oriented to maximize outlooks both eastward over the Willamette Valley and west toward the Coastal Range. The brief called for a residence that connected intimately with the vineyard, enabling daily life to remain engaged with the landscape and agricultural activity of Oregon wine country. The design consists of two simple, single-story volumes that intersect at one end: the main block accommodates living and sleeping areas, while a secondary wing houses the garage, gym, and breezeway. Materials include cedar cladding and elevated finishes that evoke a restrained, warm minimalism. The approach follows a long linear path, set to be framed by new vines, and passes alongside a concrete retaining wall planted with lavender. Floor-to-ceiling windows frame distant views, while the entry sequence culminates in an interior bench overlooking a koi pond. Clerestory glazing and a flat roof emphasize horizontality, and the integration of pollinator-friendly landscaping supports the client's interest in biodiversity.

Typical architect fee for a 5,325 sq ft new home here: $99,000 – $284,000Full services, Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA · BLS wage and Census construction data

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