Silk Cavassa Marchetti Architects designed this spectacular mountain home, nestled among thick stands of lodgepole pines, and it enjoys panoramic views of Lone Peak in Big Sky, Montana. The homeowners fell in love with Big Sky for its natural beauty and outdoor entertainment, and aspired to build a home base that could be used with family and friends as a mountain retreat.
One primary draw of this property is in its view lines out to three different mountains – Lone Mountain to the South, Fan Mountain to the West, and Spanish Peaks to the North. In addition, the immediate foreground boasts protected views of a lush meadow and stream nested within the alpine hillside. Our collective goal was to site the home in such a way as to optimize those views in as many spaces as possible, and to capture multiple views out from the most used spaces.
ARCHITECT Silk Cavassa Marchetti BUILDER Big Sky Build, Inc. INTERIOR DESIGN Sally Breer World and Silk Cavassa Marchetti LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT Design.5 Landscape Architecture WINDOWS Quantum Windows
To maintain the integrity of the site’s natural slope, the primary living pavilion is approached across a bridge that reveals little of the mind-popping views that await. As one enters the home and looks out through floor-to-ceiling glass that extends the entire length of the living room, dining room, and kitchen, one’s eyes are naturally drawn up and down, and side to side.
The contemporary flat roof lines allow the home to feature a dramatic view through fifteen-foot-tall ceilings. One can also enjoy framed views of the Spanish Peaks from the north side of the great room, looking out through the windows.
At the west end of the home, the primary bedroom sits at the prow of the ship with focused views of both Lone and Fan Peaks from the window seat, complemented by sights of wildlife grazing in the meadow below.
Secondary bedrooms, a bunk room, and entertainment spaces are located below, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows that offer a view of the mountain and meadow.
Weathered cedar, locally quarried stone, and patinaed stainless steel panels are the primary materials used in this home, ensuring a timeless, low-maintenance expression that is perfectly suited to this uniquely alpine setting. Using the same durable materials throughout the interior of the house creates a rich and timeless backdrop for the whimsical colors of the cabinetry, wall coverings, and art. For this home away from home, the owners wanted a playful atmosphere.
Bold colors are used, and each guest bedroom is decorated in a theme based on seasonal colors. Prioritizing the homeowners’ family-centric approach, the home was designed to have several cozy moments within the larger spaces – such as the built-in breakfast booth in the kitchen, downstairs media and game rooms, and semi-contained and heated terraces on both levels.
What We Love: This refined mountain home offers a fabulous retreat surrounded by Montana’s snowy peaks and pristine wilderness. Expansive windows frame dramatic alpine views, bringing the outdoors in. Warm, inviting interiors strike a balance between rustic details and modern elegance, creating the perfect getaway. Outdoor living spaces further enhance the connection to the breathtaking landscape.
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Note: Be sure to check out a couple of other fascinating home tours that we have showcased here on One Kindesign in the state of Montana: Inside this striking Big Sky Country retreat with glorious views of Lone Peak and Black standing seam metal siding clads this Montana wilderness house.
Quantum Windows’ custom wood-clad windows and doors in Sapele bring depth and warmth, framing panoramic views of the breathtaking surroundings.
PHOTOGRAPHER Whitney Kamman
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