About Us
Our Story
“We strive to bring you the same joy we've experienced throughout years of investing in our homes"
The Story
How it all Began
Our first house in Bend, Oregon was a 90s builder-grade home that Derrick fully tackled himself: demo, flooring, carpentry, painting, even a full kitchen remodel.
We built this business from our love of residential real estate and the desire to bring our hands-on experience to clients. Our first Bend investment project sold in three days over asking! This project taught us more and pushed us to dream bigger.
That dream eventually led us to Tennessee. We were drawn to the character-filled homes, the land, and the incredible opportunity to grow our business and flip homes in a new market. It felt like the right place to expand creatively while still serving the Pacific Northwest and our nationwide clients. Tennessee is giving us a fresh chapter!
We’re excited to keep sharing the highs, lows, and everything in between as we shape homes that feel intentional, lived-in, and completely personal. Thanks for being here — we’d love to work with you.
Owner & General Contractor
About Derrick
As a graduate of Linfield College, Derrick spent the first 25 years of his career in the financial advisory industry. After helping hundreds of clients manage their investments, he decided he needed a change and a fresh perspective on his life priorities. He chose to take a huge leap of faith and move to Bend with his family, where he furthered his passion for using his technical skills as a carpenter and entrepreneur. He is now a licensed and bonded General Contractor, along with a Residential Real Estate Agent.
Owner & Principal Designer
About Allison
Allison graduated from the University of Oregon and spent years as an Executive Assistant at Nike. After several years as a stay-at-home mom, she decided to open her own design studio, Allison Clouser Interiors, in 2018. When she and Derrick moved to Bend, she co-founded Design Bar and was a Principal Designer from 2019-2022. Interior design is her passion, and she has an acute ability to understand each client's specific style. The result: a home that is not only inviting and approachable, but most importantly, feels like home.
Design Assistant
About Kaylei
Kaylei’s story starts on a small Norwegian island in SE Alaska, where she developed a love for simplicity and natural beauty. Growing up, she fell in love with fresh flowers, wild air, barefoot living, and the unique stories that homes tell. Her passion for creating helps her connect with clients to weave their own life's tapestry. Kaylei graduated from Oregon State University-Cascades, where she learned how design impacts our everyday lives. Kaylei's been part of the Clouz Houz "OG" team, working alongside Allison since 2021.
Social Media Manager
About Emma
Emma graduated from the University of Oregon with a degree in Public Relations and Ethics. As a passionate brand strategist and marketing manager, she draws inspiration from a variety of her experiences to tell intentional stories. Writing is a true passion of hers, and she is constantly keeping up with pop culture events to stay ahead in the media industry. Her enthusiasm for design and style allows her to establish her own personal brand identity! Beyond her professional life, she is a big time horse lover and enjoys spending time with her golden, Lucy. Her love for travel and food fuels her creativity, allowing her to explore new cultures and trends. Fashion modeling also sparked her interests as a leader for creative direction and fostering personal relationships.
Project Manager
About Sarah
After graduating from Colorado College, Sarah built a decade-long career in the nonprofit sector, serving as both an advocate and an administrator dedicated to advancing community initiatives. She later stepped away from her career to focus on raising her two children, now grown and thriving. In 2005, Sarah and her family settled in Bend, drawn by its welcoming community and beautiful surroundings. Since 2020, she has brought her leadership and organizational skills to the interior design industry, managing logistics and operations to ensure projects run smoothly.
