High Country Elegance

ARCHITECTURE ISN’T JUST ABOUT VIEWING A BUILDING.

It’s about touching it, walking through it, it’s about physical connection.

HIGH COUNTRY ELEGANCE

As much as any element, the crafted arrival to this house is essential. It consists of a gentle driveway that angles toward southern views of the broad river valley. That first impression sets the tone for the experience of every space. The house wraps organically into its location from the first step over the threshold. Expansive windows capture views and natural materials resonate with the traditional early rural structures of the region. But unlike the traditional cabin, it features an open floor plan and windows that allow daylight to flood the living spaces. On the edge of rustic, the elegance of clean, contemporary lines combined with antique materials is a comforting blend of new and old. A mixture of plains, mountains, and water converge in this design. Built in a golf and ski development, one can experience all aspects of the high-country scenery. The central focus is toward the long view across the valley floor toward the Snake River Mountain Range. Northward, windows look toward the Teton Mountains, and a seasonal creek on the backside of the property cascades into a cold plunge that accentuates the outdoor spa. These features highlight the best assets of getting outside and enjoying a Wyoming way of life.

ABOVE: Outside of Jackson, Wyoming this house was built of regional stacked stone and reclaimed hewn logs.

RIGHT: From the foyer the blend of classic western and contemporary décor unfolds within the first steps through the front door.

PAGES 216-217: The outdoor spa overlooks the seasonal creek that flows through the property where a coldplunge swimming hole is accessible during the warm months from the patio.

PAGES 218-219: Reclaimed oak cabinetry and hand hewn timbers in the kitchen combine with a bank of windows to keep a sense of openness to the space.

RIGHT: A neutral interior color palette in the dining and living area serves to keep the focus on the architecture so that the antique elements of the exposed timber trusses are the star of the room.

PAGE 221: Honoring detail in every space, whether it is a great room or a hallway is a priority in JLF houses. This corridor is well lit by two opposing windows that lead into a private bar and office.

PAGES 222-223: The lightness of the space comes from the use of lighter furniture and from windows to bring in natural light.

PAGE 225: In the bathroom an expansive window above the vanity allows mountain views to be part of the experience of daily ablutions.

PAGES 226-227: A hand-built door features forged metal strapping that accentuates the level of craftsmanship and detail in the design of the house.

Architecture should IMPROVE, EXPLORE, EXPRESS and ENHANCE the human condition.