Mt. Adams Teahouse is a private experience for those seeking a moment of respite and serenity. Built in the style of a Kyoto foothill retreat, the engawa is a signature feature. The location, just outside of White Salmon, WA, in Husum is a closely guarded secret. The Teahouse is not for rent, but special guests are invited at no cost. This hand-built glass-and-steel structure is meant as a place to revitalize the soul and inspire creativity. Repurposing materials is at the center of this project! That’s where the Portland Region ReStores come into play.
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One of the more recent additions to the Mt. Adams Teahouse is a backyard mountainside cinema. Utilizing some extra light-gauge-steel floating floors they didn’t need for the roof deck, they made a backyard movie theatre akin to the shown “people’s cinema” from the Museum Salzburger Kunstverein. The design is a “clam shell with gills” in order to allow stadium seating with a breeze. The space doubles as a mountain view — and sleeps 2-3! The gorgeous picture window was found at the ReStore for only $20.
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Thank you Charles for supporting Habitat for Humanity through the ReStore, and sharing with us about the Mt. Adams Teahouse. Follow the Mt. Adam Teahouse on Instagram.