Our client, a young family of five, asked us to design a contemporary farmhouse on mountain land that has been in their family since a Revolutionary War land grant. The farmstead features numerous structures built by the husband’s great grandfather and served as our inspiration: simple forms and a character rich with a sense of place. Our design honors the history of the valley with a new home that could be perceived as a thoughtful renovation to the original house. Tradition governs the home’s form: the classic farmhouse gable with wrap-around porch. A modern approach directs the details: clean lines, open

The Montreat Modern Residence is designed to be in harmony with its setting and to fulfill the family’s hopes for a multi-generational getaway. Our clients and their extended family have enjoyed the Montreat area for many years and wanted a permanent place that can be enjoyed for generations to come. This house, now in construction, is sited on a steep north-sloping mountainside. Limited access from the street and difficult topography presented a design challenge that was solved with an elegant L-shaped plan. The primary linear form of the home provides a welcoming covered entry on the south side and a covered