Twenty Mile Ranch

While many of our custom home clients fall in love with beautiful views, the owners of this property took it to another level. Prior to engaging our team to begin the design, they regularly hiked to the hilltop, set up a bench and enjoyed picnics to take in the vast expanse of the valley and nearby Emerald Mountain.

Knowing that capitalizing on the views was of utmost priority, we began our work together to ensure the master planned home could capitalize on the views they desired.

As you climb the 900-foot long driveway and gain 80-feet of elevation you notice the home’s gentle arch shape that wraps the knoll. This became the inspiration for the sweeping rustic-style home that features floor-to-ceiling windows in all the main living spaces, marrying the rugged scenery with the home’s warm and welcoming interior.

Outdoors, the team created dual outdoor spaces on both sides of the home off both the kitchen and the dining room. The primary covered patio off the dining room houses outdoor dining space and a grill to take in the sweeping views. A smaller, sheltered patio is located right off the kitchen on the home leeward’s side to enjoy weather—even on windy days.

Gorgeous stonework helps transition from the outdoors to the home’s interior with outdoor patio tile blending into the entry and kitchen.

Inside, the windows in the main living space prominently feature a sweeping view of the valley while the fireplace anchors the room and bold truss work draws the eye up. The interior design team integrated roller shades into window frames to provide the perks of curtains and blinds without having bulky hardware that blocks the view.

The kitchen intentionally omits upper cabinets to create a simple and elegant flow through the main gathering areas. Modern flat paneled cabinetry made from reclaimed wood acts as an appliance wall for a streamlined and cohesive look. The reclaimed oak bar top and breakfast bar offer casual dining spots with, yes, delightful views, and the formal dining room features soft colors  juxtaposed against iron and bronze fixtures.

The private master suite is located across a small bridge and is among the home’s most unique features. Attached to the rest of the house with a lovely foyer that serves as a waypoint with its own television, library, and double-sided fireplace, the master offers peace and privacy.

The master bathroom’s private patio is perched on the edge of the hill and includes a hot tub. Both the tiramisu travertine pattern on the bedroom walls and the milky cream cabinets in the bathroom create an airy feeling that’s not overly kitschy or rustic.

To round out the home, the office space also offers unrivaled views with windows on three sides of the room, and guests enjoy privacy in the two spare bedrooms on the lower level of the home.

Sarah Tiedeken O’Brien is a partner at Vertical Arts Architecture, a Colorado-based architecture firm specializing in creating some of the nation’s most unique residential and commercial spaces. View their profile or contact Sarah at 970.871.0056.

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