Mountain Modern
Model Home Mountain Modern The owners of this reverse-story-and-a-half wanted to stun visitors upon entering. Built to showcase modern mountain design and custom materials, the goal was to combine luxury
Modern sophistication meets rustic coastal comfort in this 4,140-square-foot floor plan. Its ultra-functional space features a resort-style bedroom suite, finished walkout lower level, scenic deck and patio areas, additional storage areas and many customization opportunities.
Architectural features include colossal wood beams, unique vaulted ceilings, a dramatic curved staircase, a creatively contoured lower-level bar, a private outdoor lanai, a suspended-slab garage and an extraordinary backyard.
The challenges in building this home included designing a curved staircase and railing to suit the style of the home. They rebuilt the space to get the perfect location and curve for the staircase and stairwell, and a metal railing was custom-designed and fabricated. They also custom-designed a light fixture to accent and fill the space.
For the outdoor living area, they brought in special equipment to boom large boulders in place without removing any existing trees in order to preserve the natural ambiance. They added a fire pit, swings, a swinging bed, rock steps, luxurious landscaping and more to further capitalize on the beauty of nature.
Architect
KC Architecture
Contractor/Designer
B.L. Rieke Custom Homes
Photos by
Josie Henderson
Resources
Engineer: Apex Engineers Landscaper: EPIC Landscape Productions New Home Community: Timber Rock Development Real Estate Agent: Weichert Realtors, Welch and Company Appliances: Ferguson Enterprises Cabinets: Miller Custom Cabinets Closet: California Closets Countertops: SCI Surfaces Electronics: Pro Technology Solutions Flooring: SVB Flooring Hardware: Locks & Pulls Plumbing Fixtures: Ferguson Enterprises Lighting Fixtures: Rensen House of Lights Paint: Millennium Painting Company Siding: BSM Roofing: Imperial Roofing Windows: Andersen Windows / Owen Lumber
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