Rugged Rustic Exteriors
The home’s exterior underwent a complete transformation. “We removed all the siding, windows, roof—we took everything down to studs,” says Derek DiVenere, who in 2022 founded Fulcrum Builders and teamed up with the highly experienced superintendent Steve Comeau on this project. New cedar siding was placed in shifting directions to break up the facade’s scale. Montana Chief Cliff Stone surrounding the base of the house anchors the forms, while vertical standing-seam metal on the garage and the fireplace’s chimney adds visual interest. “The metal accents were a way to play with the proportion of the exterior wood paneling,” Price says. The original entryway consisted of a simple wood panel door. To create a more welcoming and formal arrival, the team added 120 square-feet to the entry and a new roof and incorporated natural stone, log timbers, metal tension rods, and a new Loewen glass door with sidelights. “The glass gives it a more modern aesthetic, and it glows beautifully at night,” Price says. “When you approach the entryway, you know you’ve arrived.”
Top: The footprint of the home expanded in multiple directions to capture views and create gathering spaces for family. Below: The solid-surface slab with waterfall edge topping the bar serves as a key design element in the living room.
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