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Modern take on the classical prairie style
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on May, 23, 2019
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It’s not two-story- those upper windows frame the 16′ tall living room. A build like that is no problem for YCH Custom Homes. They’ve put extensive care into their construction to present classical styles with modern influence. The result is a unique home that feels much larger than it is (1542 sq. ft.) and sits […]
Read MoreClearpine in Sisters is developing nicely
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on Jul, 17, 2018
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Clearpine in Sisters is a small but growing community that will eventually be home to approximately 100 individual residences. Phase 1 is finishing now, and we’ve had the privilege to work again with YCH Custom Homes to design for several lots. The first two to be finished are also adjacent to each other. These smaller […]
Read MoreNew Homes from AllyBrooke
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on Apr, 29, 2018
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AllyBrooke Custom Homes recently completed two new homes we were pleased to be able to design. The owner has a history of building quality mid to upper range homes that really present a lot of curb appeal. This home is a Mid-Century Modern style with a two-story ‘butterfly roof’. Located in the newer SE Bend […]
Read MoreSmall footprint, large presence
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on Jul, 12, 2017
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We’re excited to be partnering with YCH Custom Homes again, this time on their new series of smaller homes on unique lots. This 1754 sq. ft. fresh modern design is situated in the community of Rabbit Hills in northeast Bend. The main level has tall ceilings and expands onto a courtyard, and views of both […]
Read MoreModern in Tetherow
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on May, 25, 2016
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I’m excited to show this newly completed home located in the Tetherow golf community just southwest of Bend. It is the latest project by Bob and Choi Yelas, who are one of the area’s most talented and experienced builders of high end modern style homes. The design process was challenging, and a home that is over 4200 sq. ft. takes time […]
Read MoreTwo modern style projects close to completion
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on Nov, 24, 2015
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A large custom home in Tetherow and a triple townhome project on Newport Avenue in Bend are nearing completion. Both projects are modern style but very different in application. The 4200+ sq. ft. two-story home expresses design that is intended to be experienced as a whole, with intention and emphasis in massing and projections. Materials […]
Read MoreTownhomes going up, made the local paper
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on Jul, 07, 2015
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In the weekly real estate section of the Bend Bulletin, the Townhomes on Newport Avenue were the main focus. The balconies aren’t framed up yet, but in their picture with the article you can see special yellow vertical panels which are part of the firewall system. It’s a newer product called GlasRoc and it’s stronger […]
Read MoreAnd soon is getting closer
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on May, 04, 2015
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A very special, custom project is now getting it’s foundation poured. This large 4,219 sq. ft. home is going up on a spacious lot with large trees that backs up to the 12th hole in Tetherow. It is being built by Yelas Custom Homes and if you appreciate the modern style you’ll want to check our their […]
Read MoreThe Townhomes on Newport Avenue
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on Apr, 04, 2015
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My apologies if you were inconvenienced by the roadwork going on this past week at the roundabout of Newport and 9th here in Bend, but we’re very excited about it because it means that the water and sewer improvements are done for the parcel on the SE corner. These improvements – including new ADA crosswalks – were […]
Read MoreModern style homes becoming more acceptable in neighborhoods
- Posted by lastingtraditions
- on Nov, 25, 2014
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Modern style homes have grown in popularity in Central Oregon especially in the last 2-3 years, driven largely by how well and beautifully these homes fit into the high desert area. Builders such as Yelas Custom Homes lead the way in implementing this style. However, many of the design guidelines for the various Architectural Review […]
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