This serene mountain retreat was custom-designed by The Ranch Mine together with Britany Simon Design House, boasting magnificent red rock views in Sedona, Arizona. The 1.2‑acre site lies within the Seven Canyons community in Sedona. Panoramic red‑rock views dominate the surroundings.
The steep slope, a tight building envelope, HOA height limits, and mature junipers offered both constraints and character. As a Wildland‑Urban‑Interface property, meeting fire safety standards was essential. Continue below to see the rest of this 4,000 square foot retreat crafted for a young couple who work remotely and live to explore.
DESIGN DETAILS: ARCHITECT The Ranch Mine BUILDER Detar Construction INTERIOR DESIGN Britany Simon Design House INTERIOR FURNISHINGS/DECOR Britany Simon Design House
Client Brief:
After years of travel, the clients returned to Sedona, seeking stillness rather than movement. The red‑rock terrain offered a rare blend of drama and quiet. They wanted a home that would function as their home base, reflect their values of simplicity and creativity, and make everyday life feel grounded and true.
Design Solution:
We worked with the land rather than against it. Instead of stepping the house down the slope, we elevated the rear to preserve slope and sightlines. This eliminated freestanding fences, created a secure zone for a small dog, and supported a negative‑edge pool that reflects sky and red rock.
The home follows an H‑shaped plan with wings radiating from a central great room: primary suite, guest wing, office, and garage. One courtyard frames sunset over the mesas; the other captures first light across the rocks. Full‑height glass along the southeast elevation disappears through pocketing doors, blending inside with out.
Material choices were intentional: limestone and deep‑tone integrally colored stucco. The stucco recedes and recedes further into shadow. The limestone tells the geology of Sedona, shifting tone with changing light. In a setting of bold red and green, this quiet palette amplifies the land.
Result:
Seven Canyons is shaped by the terrain and light of Sedona. It adapts the land’s slope, frames light, and holds space quietly. The house doesn’t compete. It clarifies. It gives the owners exactly what they sought: a place where they can stop moving and start being.
What We Love: This Sedona mountain retreat is a layered, soulful retreat that feels both edgy and inviting, blending contemporary lines with earthy textures while framing sweeping canyon views. Thoughtful details such as the slatted ceiling and custom furnishings reflect the homeowner’s global travels, Native American heritage, and deep connection to the surrounding terrain.
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PHOTOGRAPHER Dan Ryan Studio
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