“This home is tucked just outside of Bend, Oregon in a little town called Tumalo,” says interior designer Allison Clouser. “It’s one of those places that feels like a breath of fresh air—quiet, open, and full of charm. There’s a strong sense of community here and a slower pace that we really love. With the mountains in view and a mix of farmland and ranches all around, it’s the kind of setting that makes you want to linger a little longer. As Bend keeps growing, Tumalo still holds onto that small-town feel that’s hard to come by.”
Clearly, the location was a big draw—but when Allison and her husband, Derrick, first stepped inside the property, it was in its original 1980s condition. “It had good bones, but it was definitely due for a refresh,” she recalls. “Every surface needed updating, and we saw a lot of opportunity for cosmetic upgrades throughout.”
The couple tackled a full renovation, a task that they were well-prepared for, with Derrick serving as General Contractor and and Allison leading the design, a dynamic that has made their business, Clouz Houz, wildly successful. In fact, the renovation was meant to be part of their business. “Initially, we took this on as more of an investment property—something we thought we’d fix up and sell,” she tells us. “But as we got further into the process, we realized the home needed a lot more care, thoughtfulness, and intention than we had originally planned for. Somewhere along the way, it stopped being a flip and became our home. And that shifted everything—from the level of detail in the design to the time we were willing to dedicate to making it feel just right.”
It was a two-year project in which nearly every space was reimagined. The kitchen received a complete overhaul, and they carved out space for a cozy wet bar just off the family room. They relocated the laundry room to make way for a proper walk-in pantry, which Allison says was a game changer. They added approximately 515 square feet to create a larger, more livable primary suite, as well as a new laundry area and guest room.
“One of our biggest priorities was taking advantage of the incredible mountain views off the back of the house, so we dreamed up a plan to bring in more light with larger windows and sliding doors,” the designer explains. “It was all about opening things up and creating a layout that really made the most of the setting.”
Even though construction is technically complete, Allison admits that the home will likely continue to evolve. “I don’t believe any home really ever is ‘done,’” she says. “The best spaces evolve with you—your lifestyle, your family, and your story. I’m always finding new pieces to add, falling in love with a new material, or rearranging things slightly. That’s the beauty of design—it’s never static. There’s always room to grow.”
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