Whidden–Kerr House and Garden, Prairie School villa in Multnomah County, United States.
The Whidden-Kerr House is a Prairie School villa in Multnomah County featuring characteristic horizontal lines and expansive windows. The residence sits above the Willamette River with surrounding gardens that connect the building to the natural landscape.
William M. Whidden designed and built this residence in 1901 as an expression of the Prairie School movement. The Kerr family acquired and owned the property from 1911 until 1987.
The house displays Prairie School design principles through its horizontal lines and integration with the landscape. Visitors can see how the building sits naturally within its surroundings rather than dominating them.
The property is accessible via a secure pathway and offers river views from multiple vantage points. The relatively level terrain makes it easy to explore the gardens and exterior of the residence.
The gardens were expanded and redesigned by Thomas Kerr Sr. and his wife Mabel Macleay with thoughtfully planned pathways. These additions create distinct outdoor rooms with multiple vantage points overlooking the river and surrounding hills.
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