This contemporary mountain home designed by Peter Nelson Architecture is nestled into the mountainside to maximize views of the breathtaking continental divide. Located at the historic C Lazy U Ranch in Grand County, Colorado, this 3,500-square-foot dwelling features custom elements at nearly every turn.

The layout of the house was organized around the views. The two prominent views were east to the Continental Divide and the Willow Creek Reservoir and west to the hay meadow at the Ranch. The house was designed to follow the grade, on the hillside looking north. The garage is located to the south of the house and connected to the house by a mudroom/ bridge. This allows drainage to go west around the house.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECTURE Peter Nelson Architecture BUILDER Terra Firma Custom Homes INTERIOR DESIGN JJ Interiors LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURE Terra Firma Landscaping CABINETRY New Mountain Design

In the entryway of this mountainside home, an overhead lighting installation features a cluster of wire-framed LED fixtures. A custom area rug is a balance of modern and classic, the desired aesthetic by the homeowners.

Above: The layout of the kitchen, allows you to see the living room fireplace and beyond to the mountain views. The highlight of the kitchen is the backlit onyx wall. Across from the kitchen is the dining area with a large window and a built-in refrigerated wine cellar.

Above: Suspended over the gloss white, cantilevered countertop of the kitchen island is a custom-fabricated light fixture by Hammerton Studio.

Above: In the dining room, a pair of exquisite clear glass chandeliers are suspended over the custom metal and wood table with lucite chairs. Grounding this space is a scalloped edge hide rug.

What We Love: This gorgeous mountain dwelling features open and airy living spaces with unimpeded views of the peaceful surroundings. With entertaining at the forefront of this home’s design, we love how spaces have been organized to accommodate large gatherings while still feeling warm and intimate. Overall, this timeless home offers its inhabitants beautiful custom details from material selections to the furnishings and decor.

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Above: The living room and the surrounding deck are organized to capture the views to the east. The blue velvet sofa was sourced from Holly Hunt. The metal fireplace is the focal point of this space, featuring artwork by Wyoming artist Karmel Timmons. Sliding glass doors flank the fireplace, blurring indoor-outdoor boundaries.

Above: The owner’s bedroom suite is located at the west end of the house for privacy and to capture the view of the hay meadow. A private deck is located off the bedroom, idyllic for soaking in the views.

Above: This Scandinavian-style built-in bed is custom-designed from book-matched walnut. There is storage drawers underneath to hold extra blankets.

Above: The contemporary bathroom features a freestanding soaking tub set in the corner below the windows to take in the view. The floating vanity is a grain-matched walnut, while the backsplash is an iridescent glass tile.

Above: A modern staircase and the powder room are located in the middle of the house. The staircase features a custom element that illuminates the ceiling, featuring backlit metal panels.

The back hall that leads to the mudroom is also located here. Downstairs there is a family room and three bedroom suites. The two suites for the two sons are located on one side of the family room and the daughter’s suite and a bunk room are located on the other side. Off the family room is located a stone patio that has a fire pit and a hot tub.

Above: The exterior facade features a combination of moss rock and reclaimed siding for a rustic Western aesthetic. The exterior hint of the modern house within comes from the cable railings and the exposed steel with the large grey-stained rafters. The front door and the garage doors are faced with raw steel panels that match the interior fireplace.

PHOTOGRAPHER Susie Brenner