Built for Bend's temperature extremes, low humidity, and WUI fire exposure
Bend’s high desert climate swings hard: dry summers above 90°F and winters that drop well below freezing with significant snow accumulation. Low ambient humidity means timber behaves differently here than in western Oregon, requiring species selection and joint detailing that accounts for seasonal movement. Properties on the urban fringe and in the Deschutes National Forest adjacent areas also fall within WUI designation zones, requiring fire-resistant assembly considerations for exterior cladding and roof materials.