The design of this mountain house by JLF Architects was inspired by weather-withstanding barns that are typical to the local environment, nestled in the Yellowstone Club, a high-end secluded enclave just west of Big Sky, Montana. Created as a family retreat, the intention was to have plenty of the warmth and beauty of a Western house but infuse it with a hip, up-to-date sensibility.

The 5,500-square-foot structure was created to be authentic to the region, but it was pared down to communicate a 21st-century lifestyle. Typically ski retreats are adorned with bear skin rugs and antler chandeliers, but the homeowner’s vision was instead to create a mountain home with sophistication and contemporary style. Above: The fireplace stone (full dry stack) is Montana Field Stone Moss Rock, installed by Sandoval Masonry. The wood on the ceiling is corral board from Corral Boards.

DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT JLF Architects BUILDER On-Site Management INTERIOR DESIGNER Haynes-Roberts

The architects designed the framing elements from large weathered barn timbers and clad ceilings and floors with reclaimed wood planks and built fireplace surrounds from locally sourced quarried stone. The prominent staircase was designed with steel and glass elements to add clean lines into a historic shell. Rich textures and warm gray tones in the building materials helped to serve as both complement and counterpoint to the furnishings. Above:  The area rug is a custom piece made by Beauvais Carpets.

The designers wished to add a hip 1960s overlay to this wood and stone ski retreat. Vintage pieces were added to evoke a bit of the James Bond era to the home. The furnishings are comprised of clean minimal lines, tactile fabric in a “dark neutral” palette blend with the surrounding walls and seems to recede into the landscape. The design was meant to feel exciting and sophisticated, and while it does not fit with the typical image of a rustic Western residence, it has a sense of timelessness tailored to its mountain environment.

Above: The kitchen countertops are polished concrete. The flooring product is called Thresher, it is old reclaimed loft barn wood. The product needs to be hand sanded, and is relatively soft in nature. The finish consists of 3 Coats of Bona Natural Finish over Watco Medium Walnut Danish Oil.

What We Love: The design of this beautiful Montana mountain house stays true to the region, not competing with the natural beauty of the surrounding landscape. The contrast of the clean lines with the rusticity of the wood and stone is simply exquisite. Every detail in this home has been done to perfection, from the gorgeous barn wood flooring to the exposed beams on the ceiling and the inviting furnishings and textural area rugs. Stunning!

Tell Us: If this was your home, are there any details you change or do you think it is move-in ready? Tell us in the Comments!

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Above: The family dining table was custom-designed for the space, consisting of smooth oak wood.

Above: The floor is covered with a custom-designed silk rug. The stone around the fireplace is Montana Field Stone Moss Rock, installed by Sandoval Masonry.

Above: The stone veneer feature wall behind the bathtub is a full-thickness stone which requires a structural ledge. This material can be sourced through Quarry Works in Gallatin Gateway, Montana. the manufacturer of the bathtub is Boffi and the model is #QAGISR01 White-Gobi. The flooring is called Thresher, an old reclaimed loft barn wood. A water borne glitza was used to protect the wood floor.

Above: To reinforce the element of transparency throughout this Montana mountain house, a glass and steel banister lines two levels of stairs. Reclaimed wood treads are bolted to a steel stringer.

 

Above: The exterior facade is an elegant mix of Montana Moss Rock (harvested from Central Montana), weathered barn planks and reverse board and batten siding.

Above: Lone Peak serves as the backdrop of this outstanding Yellowstone Club getaway.

PHOTOGRAPHER Audrey Hall