Seen through the trees, this 1965 house is a sequence of elevated pavilions. Designed by local legend Otto Poticha, it sits lightly on its wooded site near the University of Oregon, outside Eugene, its timber decks and glazed corners stepping around mature trunks. From the outset, the architecture prioritises immersion and outlook, a quality reinforced by floor-to-ceiling picture windows and cedar-lined ceilings that remain intact.

Recent renovation work brings the house forward without altering its essential character. The main level unfolds from a generous deck into a kitchen, dining area and sunken living room, where filtered views of downtown and the Coast Range appear between branches. The visuals reveal angled window walls and cantilevered forms that create a treehouse-like condition, with light shifting across interiors throughout the day. A primary suite with laundry sits on this level, maintaining a compact and efficient plan.

Below, a second bedroom and bathroom are paired with storage, allowing the house to function across two levels without excess circulation. Infrastructure upgrades — including roof, HVAC, electrical systems and finishes — are complete, but remain visually discreet. At 1,757sqft, the two-bedroom house balances intimacy with openness, using structure and glazing to stay closely tied to its forest setting. It’s listed for $1.095 million with Windermere Real Estate.

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