The property has been listed on the market for a price of $1.7 million.
earlier this year.
The rare four-bedroom two-bathroom property was designed by noted architect Pietro Belluschi, who was renowned for infusing his designs with 'elegant modernism', as stated in the Property listing.
This secluded hideaway in the Pacific Northwest was built using locally sourced materials and features modernized kitchen and bathroom amenities while retaining its original 1940s character.
The three-story residence is situated on a nearly one-acre plot of land, surrounded by an abundance of maple trees and daffodils.
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He received a Doctor of Civil Engineering degree from the University of Rome, after which he pursued additional studies at Cornell University in the United States.
Belluschi moved to Portland in 1925 and worked under the renowned architect, AE Doyle, for 17 years.
During that period, Philip and Mary Joss requested that he construct a home atop the hill, showcasing a panoramic view of Mt Hood and the Tualatin Valley for the Joss family.
Belluschi's designs have since been featured in several prominent US locations, including the Portland Art Museum and the Pan American Building above Grand Central Terminal in New York.
Finding one available for purchase is 'very rare.'
Says Swenson, "We've only seen a tiny number in the 16 years I've been in the market, and some have been sold privately to collectors seeking them specifically.
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Six successive generations of Joss' have resided in the classic home, which has been sold back and forth on the real estate market since last May.
The high wooden ceilings in the living room, with matching exposed beams, complement the hardwood floor in the same space, as well as in the dining area and the kitchen.
This room has a charming ambiance, thanks to its fireplace, complemented by the abundance of natural light pouring in through doors that lead to the outdoor space behind the house.
Guests can also enjoy a view of the numerous trees encircling the 1940s property in the dining area, which is situated adjacent to the living room and contemporary kitchen.
The kitchen boasts modern appliances and amenities brought to life by Hammer & Hand, a reputable builder renowned for delivering exceptional quality and reliability in the Pacific Northwest.
The in-built cabinets and shelves reflect the light coming through the windows above the sink.
The kitchen also underwent some notable improvements, which include the creation of a small window seat and the addition of a rustic Dutch door.
Guests can locate multiple built-in bookcases that match the ceiling and living room walls before heading up to the upper level.
Similar to the kitchen, both of the home's bathrooms were modernized to give the classic 1940s-style home a more contemporary look.
The upper-floor bathroom has a spacious walk-in shower adjacent to a sink area which benefits from natural light.
The wooden framework above the shower mirror the design of the wooden beams found above one of the four bedrooms in the house.
The master bedroom has a large area that is connected to one of the bathrooms by a common doorway.
Its windows offer an abundance of natural light and provide potential buyers and visitors with a clear view of the surroundings.
The listing describes upper-level of the L-shaped home as having a "unique vent system."
This charming outdoor space has a cozy deck that is ideal for a pleasant seating area adjacent to the living room.
The small outdoor seating area is situated just below the roof, ensuring that guests and potential owners can savour the shade on a sunny day.
Visitors who explore the lower level of the house will discover storage facilities and amenities, which include storage spaces with laundry facilities.
They can also find a detached double-car garage with additional space that can be used for storage or a small workshop.
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