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Moonier Boathouse
Moonier Boathouse
Northeast Marine Drive, Portland, OR, United States
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Moonier Boathouse
Northeast Marine Drive, Portland, OR, United States
The Mooniers hired Emily Réfi to transform their
60′s boathouse into a floating weekend retreat on the Columbia river.
With a shared appreciation of modernity, compact living and
sustainability, Emily designed a 480sf residence above 1280sf of boat
storage, utility and shop space in collaboration with Monte Ypma.
The living quarters were pulled back from the lower walls like a
ship’s “bridge” and capped with a floating roof plane that provides
passive solar and shelter from the harsh Oregon marine elements. The
steel stair pauses at an intermediate deck for a view of Mt. Hood while
keeping the height compatible with neighboring structures. New walls
were brightened up with marine-colored corrugated metal and natural
cedar siding. Like ship quarters, features like a fold-up bed and panes
of glass on opposite walls make the compact space feel generous.
Wrap-around decks are surrounded by minimal cable railings for
unobstructed views of the river.
Dennis would act as general contractor and complete most of
construction work himself to maximize a modest budget. Challenging site
logistics led to creative and efficient means. Materials had to be
carried down a steep, narrow ramp, then pushed by handcart down a 600’
dock. Steel I-beams and a custom prefabricated stair were transported
down the river by tug-crane. All demolished lumber was reused on site or
within the marina. A patina of original metal wall cladding was left in
tact to relate to surrounding buildings while conserving resources.
Decisions were made along the way to maximize energy efficiency
within a tight budget. The cantilevered roof plane shields direct summer
sun while welcoming direct light in the winter. Triple-paned windows,
spray insulation and clever detailing provide a tight shell while
simultaneously mitigating noise from nearby PDX landing strips. The
residence is efficiently heated with a mini-split heatpump, and a PV
array will be installed to achieve a goal of net-zero energy.
60′s boathouse into a floating weekend retreat on the Columbia river.
With a shared appreciation of modernity, compact living and
sustainability, Emily designed a 480sf residence above 1280sf of boat
storage, utility and shop space in collaboration with Monte Ypma.
The living quarters were pulled back from the lower walls like a
ship’s “bridge” and capped with a floating roof plane that provides
passive solar and shelter from the harsh Oregon marine elements. The
steel stair pauses at an intermediate deck for a view of Mt. Hood while
keeping the height compatible with neighboring structures. New walls
were brightened up with marine-colored corrugated metal and natural
cedar siding. Like ship quarters, features like a fold-up bed and panes
of glass on opposite walls make the compact space feel generous.
Wrap-around decks are surrounded by minimal cable railings for
unobstructed views of the river.
Dennis would act as general contractor and complete most of
construction work himself to maximize a modest budget. Challenging site
logistics led to creative and efficient means. Materials had to be
carried down a steep, narrow ramp, then pushed by handcart down a 600’
dock. Steel I-beams and a custom prefabricated stair were transported
down the river by tug-crane. All demolished lumber was reused on site or
within the marina. A patina of original metal wall cladding was left in
tact to relate to surrounding buildings while conserving resources.
Decisions were made along the way to maximize energy efficiency
within a tight budget. The cantilevered roof plane shields direct summer
sun while welcoming direct light in the winter. Triple-paned windows,
spray insulation and clever detailing provide a tight shell while
simultaneously mitigating noise from nearby PDX landing strips. The
residence is efficiently heated with a mini-split heatpump, and a PV
array will be installed to achieve a goal of net-zero energy.
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