Mountain living takes an elevated form in this newly built family retreat near Wilson, Wyoming.
Built as a creative retreat for a California-based couple, the three-building compound sits on a vibrant 35-acre property at the base of the Tetons. The property blends different landscapes — from old-growth forests to young pines and aspens, eventually opening up to rolling meadows — creating the ultimate mountain getaway.
At the heart of this picturesque landscape sit the three buildings: the main house, guest house, and writer’s studio, which take the form of undulating tectonic structures set against an aspen grove for a striking effect.
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Built for a creative California couple to serve as a nature-oriented outpost in Wyoming
The homeowners, both authors who also own and manage an independent record label in California, were looking for a nature-oriented outpost in Wyoming for their writing practice.
So they commissioned CLB Architects to design their mountain hideaway, which they later named ShineMaker.
The compound consists of three contemporary buildings that complement their natural surroundings
The home consists of simple, box-like structures, each thoughtfully designed for its spot on the property.
Joining the 6,000-square-foot main house are an equally charming 1,577-square-foot guest house and a 580-square-foot writer’s studio, both nestled more intimately in the wooded area. The owners plan to add a fourth structure to the south of the property.
Anchored by a spectacular 6,000 square-foot main house
At the heart of the 35-acre property sits the 6,000-square-foot main house, “conceived as a geologic remnant in the landscape, located on the edge between field and forest”.
Rectilinear in plan, the main house seemingly “grabs” the surrounding trees as anchors, sinking in the center, and pulling upward toward the sky at the corners. The wood exterior wraps into the interior as light Atlantic cedar, which then transitions into subtle plaster and floor-to-ceiling glass.
Each window frames a view of the prairie and Teton range beyond
The main house has been envisioned in such a way that each window frames a view of the prairie and Teton range beyond. An east-facing fireplace provides a counterpoint to the views, and an intimate courtyard allows southern light to flood the center of the home with natural light.
In addition to the common kitchen, living, and dining spaces, the home includes three bedrooms, four bathrooms, a laundry room, and an expansive mudroom for the client’s Irish wolfhounds.
Richly appointed with the finest materials
The elegant interiors bear the signature of lauded designer Holly Hollenbeck of HSH Interiors, and feature the finest materials, including steel, bronze, wood, custom-cast white concrete, bleached cedar, and oversized slabs of travertine and onyx.
Highlights also include Italian limestone for the floors of the primary bath, and for the custom-made bathtub, which was water jet-cut from a single block of limestone to create a striking monolithic and sculptural design element.
The interiors were inspired by the owners’ love for music, literature, and the great outdoors
The interior designer, who first collaborated with the California couple when designing their main home in Mill Valley, let her clients’ interests and inclinations dictate the overall aesthetics.
The home’s design was inspired by the couple’s bohemian lifestyle and love of music, literature, and the great outdoors. They love comfort, layers and texture, and vintage pieces, all elements designer Holly Hollenbeck took into account when designing their elegant yet inviting Wyoming home.
An earth-toned palette enhanced by vibrant elements & vintage finds
The interiors have been elevated with artisan details like the custom-designed, tattoo-inspired bas-relief concrete on the fireplace surround, hand-painted custom wallpaper murals, and the geometric motifs carried throughout the design.
The earth-toned palette — with pops of mustard, blush, and deep Burgundy — is punctuated by collectible pieces, vintage finds, and contemporary art.
The guest house acts as an extension of the main home
The three-bedroom, 1,577-square-foot guest house is located steps away from the main house and features a similar carved-away entry and rectilinear form.
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The writer’s studio sits amidst the trees
The writer’s studio is positioned just beyond and offers a formal contrast to the other structures. A two-story sentinel surrounded by fledgling aspens, the structure includes a first-floor living space and a second-floor studio where the owners can get their creative juices flowing among the tree canopies.
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