Slideshow: Northwest Crossing

Old growth ponderosa pines form the backdrop for this green-built, pedestrian-friendly community in Bend, Oregon.

By Jenny Sullivan

February 28, 2009

Old growth ponderosa pines form the backdrop for this green-built, pedestrian-friendly community in Bend, Oregon – home of the region’s very first LEED Platinum residence. Shops, cafes, schools, and parks are easy to reach on foot, and the neighborhoods offer an eclectic blend of houses in varying sizes and architectural styles.

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Northwest Crossing
Builder: West Bend Property Company Location: Bend, Oregon

DesignLens / John Bare Photography

Northwest Crossing Builder: West Bend Property Company Location… Northwest Crossing Builder: West Bend Property Company Location: Bend, Oregon

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