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TABLE OF CONTENTS

DESIGN INSPIRATION, PEOPLE + PROFILES

SERENDIPITY A design team guides a client through an evolving, organic homebuilding journey, helping him find uniquely sourced materials to satisfy his love of wood.

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THE SPACE BETWEEN A minimalist approach to home design explores the relationship between things and the space that surrounds them, producing a calming, zenlike experience.

HOLISTIC DESIGN PHILOSOPHY With its expansion into the world of interior design, CLB Architects now offers comprehensive creative services, from hardscape to hardware, from site to architecture to interior spaces.

VIEW FROM THE TOP An update on a 1970s hillside home with “good bones” results in a harmonious, contemporary atmosphere emphasizing timeless, breathtaking views.

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WELCOME TO THE NEIGHBORHOOD The locals’ perspective on the benefits and unique qualities of the seven different residential areas around Jackson Hole.

A CABIN IN THE WOODS Authentic materials, locally sourced furnishings, vintage touches and native landscaping transform an old Fall Creek shelter into a classic rustic cabin.

112 RESOURCE DIRECTORY A full list of the design professionals featured in this issue, from architects, property managers and art galleries to specialists in building materials and homewares.

93 THE SKYLINE IS THE LIMIT To preserve the beautiful views around Jackson Hole for the entire community, Teton County Planning and Development enforces a principle called “skylining” in its land development regulations, preventing construction of homes that would disrupt the valley’s pristine ridgetops.

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FALL ARTS FESTIVAL One of the premier cultural events in the Rocky Mountain West celebrating the arts, the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival boasts an exceptional array of experiences.

LETTER FROM THE HOMESTEAD TEAM

year ago, when we published our 20th anniversary edition, the pandemic was forcing us to reimagine our concepts of home and community. The shapes, sizes and locations of our work and living spaces were evolving to address a constantly changing “new normal.” The value of our open spaces—already topping the priority lists for most of us here in Jackson Hole—suddenly grew exponentially in our daily lives. In terms of home design, some feared we were nearing the end of our boom years. There was concern that buildable land for new projects was unattainable and that we would soon be entering a strictly tear-down-and-renovate stage. Our unrelenting momentum of creative energy must at some point bump up against our limited supply of land, right? Today, we see that such fears were unfounded. Our building and design communities continue to thrive, finding ways to build new homes—sometimes on challengingly located sites—and also to give older homes exciting “facelifts.” Design homestead

experts with fresh ideas, such as wellness design and minimalism, have found inspiring opportunities here, while other design-build teams have embraced a more traditional, rustic feel in their masterpieces. Meanwhile, local artists and artisans are constantly seeking newer, fresher perspectives on the culture and history of the Mountain West. The bottom line, to paraphrase Mark Twain: Reports of our demise are greatly exaggerated. Our Jackson Hole life may be evolving, but the desire to innovate and dream remains strong. With deep gratitude, THE HOMESTEAD MAGAZINE TEAM:

Latham and Megan Jenkins, Mindy Duquette, Martha Vorel, Liz Prax and all of the dedicated writers and photographers who bring life to our pages. 17

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LATHAM JENKINS is the publisher and founder of Homestead and Jackson Hole Traveler. His idea for Homestead began in 2001 in response to the expanding number of exceptional home-design projects in our valley. His goal was to provide a platform to showcase these works of art and give others a chance to admire them.

Homestead’s sales and marketing director, MINDY DUQUETTE, has been with the publication since its inception in 2001. Mindy feels fortunate to forge partnerships with so many of the valley’s multi-talented artisans.

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LIZ ILIFF PRAX has enjoyed supporting the work of talented local writers and designers in Homestead magazine since 2015.

Creative Director After working on the magazine from 2003 to 2008, MARTHA VOREL reunited with Homestead in 2016.

MEGAN JENKINS is the executive editor of Homestead, as well as the coordinator of the Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes. She loves creating opportunities for patrons to experience the residential masterpieces of the magazine.

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SUMMER Minimalism in 3-D New York-based firm Messana O’Rorke partnered with Ankeny Architecture & Design to assemble a team of local experts in an exercise of mastering the complexities of minimalism.

WINTER Transformed by a Dubbe Moulder Architects-led team of local experts, this Indian Paintbrush home’s inviting spaces now match the natural elegance of their surroundings.

CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Zach Barnett Kelsey Dayton Sasha Finch Julie Fustanio Patricia Kennedy Katy Niner David Porter Jenn Rein Melissa Thomasma

CONTRIBUTING PHOTOGRAPHERS David Agnello Sarah Averill Arthur Blue Cole Buckhart Dan Campbell Melinda Duquette Shade Degges Tuck Fauntleroy Gordon Gregory Latham Jenkins Krafty Photos Matthew Millman New Thought Digital Agency Serena Creative Roger Wade Todd Williams Photography

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SHOWCASE OF HOMES Each autumn, included in a busy September week during the Fall Arts Festival, Homestead magazine hosts its signature event, highlighting the valley’s top professionals in architecture, interior, building and landscape design. The tour beneﬁts local charities and takes people across the valley and across aesthetics, welcoming them to step inside a diverse array of locally designed and built homes and to see up close the valley’s talent and craftsmanship. Hitting a sweet spot somewhere between design consultation, philanthropic fundraiser and social hour, unique encounters abound at each location. The Showcase of Homes is an exclusive, one-of-akind opportunity.

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ith breathtaking Teton views and immediate proximity to one of Jackson Hole’s most luxurious golf courses, you may think that this home’s location is its best attribute. But, don’t be mistaken. This custom-built home, created by CK Design and With The Grain, features a stunning mix of thoughtfully designed details that reflect the family’s distinctive lifestyle. “Our goal was to build a very energy-efficient home,” says Kurt Mitchell, principal at With The Grain. “We used triple-paned windows and structural insulated panels, and wrapped the house in Rockwool Comfortboard® to achieve a highly efficient air, vapor and thermal barrier. Inside, the six-bedroom, five-anda-half-bathroom home features LED lighting and a state-of-the-art mechanical system.” Mitchell explains that the focus on detail in the home doesn’t stop there—With The Grain carefully

ABOVE The kitchen of this stunning 3 Creek home is not only its social heart, but also boasts some of the most unique custom elements. A refined balance of rustic and contemporary, it is at once sophisticated and welcoming.

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From the grandest views to the smallest finishing touches, every element was thoughtfully crafted to reflect the joy and enthusiasm of the owners—inspired by the Western landscape.

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crafted all of the home’s cabinetry and millwork. “One highlight of the home is the built-ins,” says Christy Kohler, of CK Design, who designed the estate’s interiors. “Many of them are floor-to-ceiling, and each one is well designed for function. Every detail was meticulously considered—down to the exact location of glasses, mugs, ice, filters, everything.” The kitchen—the thrumming heart of the home’s welcoming flow—features blue-toned quartzite countertops and rust-colored finishes, reflecting the colorscape of the peaks framed by the windows. “The marvel of the whole house is to walk through the front door and see the Grand Teton framed by the 26-foot-high ceilings. The view is incredible,” says Kohler in a nod to one of her inspirations for the project. Guided by the family’s love for spending time together and entertaining guests, the home includes two master suites, a guest wing with a private entrance and mudroom with storage, and a unique bunk room that artfully features two queen and two twinsized beds. A true Western oasis, this home offers an exquisite experience at every turn. It is a luxurious sanctuary for the owners, whether they’re returning from a local adventure to unwind, enjoying a handcrafted cocktail on the spacious deck or sharing a family meal to be remembered for years to come.

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The owners originally requested a home inspired by a villa, but after a site visit, the landscape instead inspired architect Mitch Blake to propose a horizontal home that would stretch across the property and blend with the horizon.

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mong a sweeping expanse of grains and grasses, a modern home stretches unobtrusively, surrounded by views that extend for miles across an open landscape and include the silhouette of the Teton Range in the distance. This Idaho home is not so much on the landscape, but of the landscape. The owners originally approached Ward Blake Architects about designing a house inspired by a Tuscan villa. But when architect Mitch Blake visited the site, the strong horizontal plane of the landscape inspired a different idea. With the owners’ blessing, he designed a building with an elongated floor plan to capture the surrounding views, while blending into the landscape. The resulting structure, situated on 160 acres, has sod roofs, and the grain fields of the neighboring farmland come right to its edge, rooting the home to the earth.

Blake designed the building on one level to stretch across the landscape and blend into the natural environment. Massive windows throughout—many floor-to-ceiling—allow light to pour in and provide a sense of openness.

“You don’t feel constrained in the house,” Blake says. “It just kind of expands. The views are so great we opened up whole walls to the Tetons.” The windows are also designed to maximize solar benefits. The roof overhang is perfectly calculated to allow winter sun into the house. Concrete floors absorb the heat and keep the home temperate no matter the weather. The design works so well that on a bitter cold day when the house was still under construction, Blake visited the site and found workers inside without 38

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ABOVE The owners wanted a modern home with a connection to the natural environment. Large windows throughout the house give it a sense of openness and blur the indoors and outdoors, bringing the outside in.

jackets. The building had been warmed merely by the passive solar heat. The home features a master suite, as well as a living room, dining room, kitchen, family room, sauna and garage. There are also guest quarters with bedrooms and a small sitting area in a separate wing connected to the main house by a covered pathway. The ceilings are made of wood from an old barn, and the fireplace is made with stone from an old one-room schoolhouse. The aesthetic fits the owners’ personalities and makes it feel like a sanctuary, Blake says. “It’s a composition of raw materials assembled in a modern way,” he explains. “It’s a fun, comfortable house—a place where you feel like you can totally relax.” homestead

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RIGHT The front door of the home is a tribute to Western culture and designed as a reinterpretation of a Western fence. Steel beams supporting the roof in the exterior entryway are wrapped in split logs, blending rustic and industrial elements.

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star quilt gracing the foyer introduces the familial story that unfolds in this Shooting Star home. Purchased at an art auction benefiting their young girls’ school in San Francisco, the modern quilt speaks to the owners’ devotion to their family, philanthropy and creative authenticity. The vibrant star—a rainbow blast set on a navy background—foreshadows the concise placement of color within the otherwise serene aesthetic, such as the plaid upholstery peppered throughout the house and the blue schema in the girls’ bedroom. As one of several prize pieces moved here from the owners’ primary residence, the quilt set the tone for principal designer Jacque Jenkins-Stireman and design associate Vanessa Pratt of Jacque Jenkins-Stireman Design. “It drove the personality of this project,” JenkinsStireman says. “It spoke to how the clients live and what they value: They love their school; they love this particular artist; they are very philanthropic; they love surprises.” Such intentionality imbued every design detail, including art installations, graceful lighting and

ABOVE European chalet meets Mountain West in the great room, a vibe set by the layered textures and coalesced in the salon wall curated by Christian Burch and John Frechette of Mountain Dandy and MADE. RIGHT The serenity of the master bedroom stems from the use of natural textiles such as linen bedding, accent throws and pillows by Rosemary Hallgarten, and window treatments by Rose Tarlow. 40

natural linens, making the owners and their guests feel enveloped in thoughtfulness. “From custom furniture to collected artworks, the appointments in all of the rooms make everyone feel at home,” JenkinsStireman says. The design team sourced custom elements reflective of context and character. Extending the owners’ interest in local creativity, JenkinsStireman introduced them to Christian Burch and John Frechette, of Mountain Dandy, whose curation of a salon wall of vintage artwork now caps the spacious great room. The mountain chalet vibe thus established continues in the commodious kitchen, where the designers merged two separate islands into one open expanse, and clad the custom cabinetry in luminescent white oak. In the adjacent dining room, the rug provided another impassioned palette for the designers to build upon. A beloved piece restored by Azadi Fine Rugs, it follows the contours of the glass-enclosed dining area, quietly jutting out into the landscape. In such a serene setting, the panorama takes center stage, a deference echoed in the sophisticatedly understated custom dining table and chairs. An Apparatus mobile chandelier crowns the breathtaking space. “We wanted to keep the dining room as clean and open as possible,” Jenkins-Stireman says. Equally integrated into the pristine site are the outdoor decks, which build on the aesthetic flow inside. The Teton-inspired serenity of the dining room extends into the private quarters: the master bedroom, sheathed in natural fabrics by Rosemary Hallgarten and Rose Tarlow, and its en suite bath, clad in cream tile hand made by Fireclay Tile; the guest suite, bathed in slate blue tones, overlooking the valley. A flex room invites family movie nights, and a bunk room lets the girls host slumber parties. The girls’ bedroom prioritizes color, namely blue, their shared favorite. As attentive and adoring parents, the couple transformed the downstairs bedroom—originally sketched as a stand-alone junior master—into their kids’ enclave replete with chalkboard paint panels and wildlife-patterned drapery. Custom desks allow for remote schooling, although the girls often prefer to work alongside their father in the office or snuggled on the daybed in the master bedroom. No feature is off limits; every element revolves around function and family. “Unlike many second homes, this project blurs the boundaries by being finished to the same level of detail as a primary dwelling,” JenkinsStireman says. “The design reflects how they want to feel in residence.” homestead

ABOVE TOP The master bath extends the serene, outdoors-oriented aesthetic established in the adjacent suite, while also echoing the tilework of the kitchen. ABOVE BOTTOM Friends of the San Francisco founder of Fireclay Tile, the owners sourced the handmade tiles for the open-plan kitchen. McGuire swivel stools encircle the generous island.

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ABOVE Blue—the girls’ favorite color—anchors the pattern play in their bedroom, which was once the junior master. Chalkboard paint lines one wall while a wildlife-motif wallpaper accents the other.

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ABOVE In the spacious living room, the rusticity of the antique logs is softened by sumptuous textiles, like the caramel leather sheathing the custom sectional. Softening juxtapositions continue in the hallway in the form of an equine piece from the client’s collection of contemporary art.

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everal years ago, a keen prospector crossed the threshold of Snake River Interiors, sans appointment, drawn in by the aesthetic visible through the window. In town visiting her sister—a new resident of Jackson—the Oklahoman enjoyed an electric, 15-minute chat with Elisa Chambers and quickly confided, “I want you to do my house.” The only hitch: She had yet to buy a home in the valley. “She had a core, gut reaction and realized we would have a great time working together,” Chambers says. Having completed several historic renovations in Washington, D.C., and now confident in her sourcing of design talent, the client patiently scanned the market for the perfect project. So, when a property with one of the historic Kudar cabins came on the market in 2019, the client acted immediately and purchased it. Over the decades, the property had become a patchwork of add-ons. Working with the architect, a specialist in historic preservation, the client restored the cabin’s original glory while breathing

fresh life into the additions by introducing expanses of steel and glass. “We added a tremendous amount of windows and metal,” Chambers says. “We took out a lot of the log, which is difficult to do because so much is structural and required us to be thoughtful about what we removed. Nothing was decided on a whim; every remaining log does the job it’s supposed to do. We thoughtfully went through and chose which timbers to keep.” Now, steel I-beams and picture windows frame spaces at once open and intimate, seamless and sophisticated. Layers of texture lend intrigue throughout: The rustic timber walls complement the client’s contemporary art collection; woolens (in the form of throws and pillows and a copious cobalt sectional) soften the minimalist lines demarcated by the steel. “No matter which room you are in, you feel as though you can relax and spend time,” marketing director Claire Adams says. “It feels like you are being embraced by each room. The ambiance is so nurturing.” To create a transition between the living area and master suite, Chambers designed a cozy sitting area. Backing up to a bluff, the nook invites a moment of reflection, quiet and serene amid the willow trees striping the property. The master suite transforms the historic core into a refuge defined by logs darkened to be almost black. Windows bracket the fireplace in light. Every element feels incorporated, thoughtful. The client’s husband, a passionate chef, received the kitchen of his dreams, as functional as it is elegant, with an expansive island encircled in modern stools. Forgoing a dining table in favor of a larger family room, the couple imagined a kitchen focused on sharing in the culinary creativity, with room for six diners to perch around the island—spectators to the fun. Designer and client alike feel grateful for the opportunity to work with such a kindred spirit, with such stunning results to show for their synergy. “It’s amazing to see a homeowner who so aligned with Elisa’s aesthetic,” says Adams. homestead

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Original timbers frame the renovated chef’s kitchen and sitting area spaces made contemporary with clean surfaces, picture windows and a quiet palette of custom furnishings.

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he draw that beckons all walks of life to Jackson Hole is the surrounding landscape, abundant with nature’s beauty. To some, this atmosphere is seen through the high-caliber luxury rental market and the partnerships that exist to best serve that experience. Discerning travelers who are able to revel in this special view of Teton life rely on the legacy of The Clear Creek Group to make their visits memorable. The Clear Creek Group’s founder, Morgan Bruemmer, and his staff foster integral relationships with second homeowners in order to deliver consistency, whether for caretaking or villa rental services. “The property owners who generously share their spaces make our mission worthwhile,” he says, “and

the level of trust we establish in caring for these homes gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy what might be a once-in-a-lifetime experience.” This trusted foundation is critical to the success of the firm. In business for nearly two decades, The Clear Creek Group is considered a true pioneer in a competitive market that shows no signs of slowing. The enduring commitment to excellence and the level of care offered by this team speak to the niche they have carved out as experts in upscale property management. The loyalty of the homeowners who shape The Clear Creek Group’s villa rental portfolio is a testament to the specialized treatment they enjoy. “We take pride in our responsiveness to the needs of our homeowners and their homestead

LEFT The heart of the home is illuminated at The Clear Creek Group’s Aspenglow property, located at Jackson Hole Golf & Tennis. BELOW Maintaining the rental properties within its portfolio with great care, The Clear Creek Group is poised to take the outdoor living experience in the Tetons to luxurious heights.

ABOVE The game room at Cirque View Homestead reflects the abundance of choice and comfort that can be found when choosing one of The Clear Creek Group’s properties for your Teton experience.

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properties,” Bruemmer says. It is this respectful consideration that breeds an ongoing commitment between the firm and the property owners, who know with certainty that their homes are in reliable hands. The Clear Creek Group’s reputation has established a space for the firm that is unique and exclusive. Elevating the experience in one of the most spectacular locations in the U.S. means leading with integrity. The quality of this leadership continues to set this team apart, and those second homeowners who engage their services gratefully reap the benefits.

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ABOVE The exposed, black I-beams and clear, vertical-grain red cedar, with a flat, protective coating, extending above the porch bring the outside in.

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he rule of threes is as common in architecture as it is in writing. The writing principle that states that three characters, like the Three Little Pigs or Three Musketeers, are more effective in emphasizing an idea is also effective in design. In the case of this guesthouse built south of Jackson, three elements distinguish its remarkable design: a simple, c-channel steel frame; a vertical, reclaimed wood exterior; and clear, vertical-grain red cedar in both the ceiling and key outdoor places, such as the underside of the deck overhang and the soffit above the modern metal door.

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LEFT Chris Lee and his father, Vince Design Associates is one of the oldest architecture firms in Jackson. John Morgan started it in the late 1960s in response to Paul McCollister’s desire to build a ski resort. He quickly added Vince Lee, a young draftsman who was also a climber, former U.S. Marine and passionate student of the lost world. (Lee later became one of the world authorities on Incan architecture.) The firm exists today because Chris Lee took over in 2000 for his father, who he calls Indiana Jones. He and his wife, Kathy, hiked 100 miles along the Inca Trail with his parents before Google Maps existed. “Solving a design is like a Sudoku puzzle,” he says. “Deducing a good plan and pulling it into 3-D—that passion I got from my dad.”

“I don’t know if there are rules, but four things are too many, and three things work really well,” says Chris Lee, principal architect of Design Associates. His clients—a family of four—plan to live in this guesthouse until construction of the main house is complete. Lee adapted easily to the look they wanted, drawing on the style of homes in Martis Camp, a lodge near Lake Tahoe. The result, built by JH Builders, is an efficient, 1,000-square-foot building that lives as well on the inside as it does on the outside. A wraparound porch with big overhangs has discreetly hidden screens and built-in heaters in

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the outer beams, enabling enjoyment of the private pond in comfort. The materials of this steel-framed jewel box are sculpted into a butterfly roof with long lines to create an envelope that is super insulated from the harsh Jackson Hole winters. Lee imported Bildau & Bussmann windows from Germany, because of their R-value (thermal resistance), and installed in-floor hydronic heat. “The best architecture is the simplest,” he says. “With a guesthouse, you have to be economical, because every little bit counts. You can sketch this house in nine seconds. Once it gets a hold of you, it’s like a language.”

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“This look needs enough lines to make the shape work,” says architect Chris Lee. “The relief on the roof and the step of the beams are all important.”

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obert Townsend has always set his sights on scale of the type Georgia O’Keeffe described: the scale that makes beauty arresting. Ever since his early days painting murals in Southern California, he has witnessed the way enlarged images can elicit inescapable emotions. Years of painting style-rich still lifes prepared him for a discovery that shifted his trajectory from objects to people. While scouring marketplaces, he stumbled upon a treasure trove: an archive of slides taken by a Midwestern pair who embraced life with Kodachrome wonder. Something about their panache and personality— particularly hers—spoke to Townsend of optimism transcending time and place. “Dominoes of luck” ensued: finding a slide with their names, Helen and Roy; contacting their heirs—nieces Cheryl and Candace—and becoming friends with them; teaming up with film crew Serena Creative; and

producing a documentary, My Indiana Muse, which was credited with many awards. Townsend’s discovery of Helen and Roy’s world has come to define his own as an artist. From their 3,000 slides, he has identified 75 scenes he plans to aggrandize on canvas, a project that will take decades to complete. His recent work—all ambitious in size—finds Helen in the company of relatives and other compadres projecting mod joie de vivre. Townsend often finds the charismatic couple in iconic contexts such as roadside attractions, however several new works transcend conventionality to find them equally captivating in mundane conditions—the dynamic coursing through a new painting of Helen and Roy cavorting in their cluttered basement. “These are two people simply and obviously enjoying each other’s company,” Townsend says. “It’s beautiful and contagious.” For the artist, the couple’s allure is underscored by the banality of the homestead

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setting. “We traditionally expect standard poses in conventionally idyllic settings,” he says. “We simply don’t see images of people in basements with knickknacks. But why not? Helen and Roy are obviously having a grand time in the comfort of their own space. What’s more beautiful than that? To me, the context is the whole painting—the humdrum setting is the relief, the counterpoint to their charisma.” To Townsend, Helen’s beauty in this painting comes from her celebration of life as she exuberantly embraces the good, the bad and the ugly. “I love going to places that seem unconventional, that change what the word ‘pretty’ means,” he says. “Redefining beauty may be my biggest interest in art.” Beauty comes from that texture and contrast, the foil found in the basement painting, as it also does in a recent work featuring Roy by himself—a first for Townsend. It’s another unorthodox composition: mostly homestead

sky with a couple of wispy clouds, a sliver of water, some heads bobbing in the waves, and a tiny slice of sand, with Roy’s torso tucked into the bottom corner. “Such unconventionality makes the composition feel so contemporary,” Townsend says. For him, Helen and Roy are more than muses: They represent the apotheosis of his oeuvre, and telescoping out, the glory and grace inherent in lives lived well. Without pretension or sheen, they embody all that was right about postwar America as they roamed the country in their matching Mercuries and posed for snapshots. They lived and they loved. They are gratitude incarnate. From Townsend’s towering canvases, they remind us to celebrate each and every day, the air we breathe, the sights we see, the people we meet and the roads we wander.

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hen Jason Boyd started his company, Riverscape Glass, in Jackson Hole last year, he dreamed of working on projects calling for unique products like a self-closing glass shower door and oversized glass in custom steel windows. Now, he says, “The sky is the limit for innovative ideas in this growing community and marketplace.” Specializing in residential and commercial glazing projects, Riverscape Glass makes it easier to install large-scale products that reflect the architect’s and client’s vision. In this small, remote community, architectural glass projects often rely on out-of-town glazing contractors. But Riverscape Glass aims to change that. “We have the ability to do any size project, but remain a local

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company,” says Boyd. At 37, he has a clear vision. “Our goal is to be the top glazing contractor in the Jackson Hole community and, by doing so, work closely with architects, designers and builders to bring their dream projects to life.” By partnering with top glass and aluminum suppliers all over the country, Riverscape Glass has the ability to source and install just about every type of glass you could imagine. With a design center and showroom on the horizon, Boyd is looking forward to inspiring new customers. But first, he’s about to install a 2,050-pound insulated window in a custom curtain-wall system, giving yet another client an excellent view of the Tetons.

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rom their expanded space on Jackson’s Town Square, the local artisans of New West KnifeWorks, Mountain Man Toy Shop and New West Fine Art present everyday art for the contemporary Western lifestyle. Standing in the showroom of finely honed culinary knives makes it easy to get lost in epicurean fantasies, but the manner in which these items are displayed commands attention. Particularly arresting is the Rock Block, a sculpture of raw stone and wood for storing and displaying knives described by Bon Appetit as “the perfect balance of power and grace.” Designer Erin Hemmings asserts that the Rock Block was born from necessity, but it also represents New West’s commitment to the art of everyday life. “People

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ABOVE Hand-forged in Teton Valley, Idaho, New West’s custom knives elevate your culinary experience. TOP RIGHT A Jackson Hole native who pays homage to the lore of the West through his work, artist Connor Liljestrom is featured by New West Fine Art, exclusively. BOTTOM RIGHT Bladesmith Jack Rellstab showcases his latest Damascus steel creation.

get attached to our knives because they combine form and function so beautifully,” he says. “You want to show off those superior tools in an artful way that has them ready at hand.” Mountain Man Toy Shop takes the concept of artful tools to the next level. Bladesmith Jack Rellstab works exclusively in Damascus steel and exotic handle materials. “The patterns are endless,” he says. “Each blade is unique in that way. The superior quality comes from a special process of forging.” The result? Heirloom tools to be passed down and cherished for generations. The urge to elevate everyday experience is also the primary aim of New West Fine Art. Connor Liljestrom’s paintings communicate a visceral vibration. Liljestrom wants his work to be lived with, because he believes its meaning changes over time. In his most recent endeavor, “The Thousand” series, he works in a smaller size than the large canvases he’s used to. For the collector who wishes to curate multiple works from this Wyoming native, this series fits the bill. “Working with New West gives me room to create and keep an idea like this going,” says Liljestrom. “I just said to myself, ‘I’m making a thousand of these.’ Because, why not? Why not keep going?” That’s the cutting-edge spirit from which New West has forged a national reputation and helped launch a contemporary Western renaissance in Jackson Hole. homestead

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LEFT Capturing what can be achieved in a home is critical in the planning process. A rendering such as this provides full transparency into an idea. 60

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oday’s world has us all taking a deeper look at how to shape the best environment within the walls we call home. The team at Design Matters is poised to offer the expert attention that is needed to bring a thoughtful, collaborative design vision into reality. Knowing what is needed at every stage for the architectural development of interiors can only be the result of deep experience and commitment to quality. Interior designer Julie Cavanaugh’s top-to-bottom approach for new builds and renovations ensures her clients are provided with critical details throughout the process. Her well-honed project management skills and planning expertise comprise the strong foundation on which Design Matters is built. With four design showrooms in the West, Cavanaugh instills unique details onto the canvas of a home, with full consideration to the environment. This is demonstrated in the crucial planning stages of a space, as schematics and renderings are developed. Guesswork for the homeowner is eliminated at every turn. Cavanaugh started nurturing design relationships in the Teton region years ago, establishing trusted bonds with clientele. “Every time I returned, I was opening up to possibility,” she says. “I’ve felt so welcome here.” Talking through aesthetic decisions in the Design Matters showroom on King Street can be done on a kitchen island. This nod to a home’s heart and what can be accomplished when like-minded people come together is no accident. “When you’ve been coming here for so many years, you can’t help but admire the spirit of this community,” explains Cavanaugh. “Feeling rooted here gives so much more meaning to that. The connections mean everything to me.” This designer finds herself in the way of beauty on a regular basis. The exposure sometimes has nothing to do with the elegant touches that are selected for a client. The sense of freedom surrounding the West is one of the grandest parts of its appeal, with the majesty of location setting the tone for continual inspiration.

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e spend more time at home than ever before. For an interior designer, this significant shift requires an existential analysis of our fundamental ways of living, with emphasis on “wellness” in design. So, what is “wellness design”? There are three main aspects: physical, emotional and visual. The physical aspect encompasses climate, cuisine, comfort, cleanliness and security. The emotional aspect welcomes relaxation and rejuvenation through spa, sleep and sport. The visual aspect connects to nature through sustainability, biophilia (nature-inspired patterns) and neuroaesthetics (impact of positive psycho-physiological design). Rendezvous Design has developed a methodology called Interiors for Wellness™—wellness design for interiors increasing quality of life at home. The studio recently completed the design and build of a meditative mountain modern home incorporating Interiors for Wellness™ methodology. The spectacular site parallels the Teton mountain range and is perched 500 feet above the valley, where eagles soar. The

ABOVE The sustainable, biophilic and accessible kitchen, shown here with Principal Designer Patricia Kennedy, features an integrated juicing station, vegetal refrigerator drawers and an organic herb garden for wellness cuisine. Lighting, shading, music, climate and security are all controlled from the Smart Home iPad, increasing quality of comfort at home. RIGHT Relaxation and rejuvenation abound in this Finnish sauna. Multisensory design is achieved through aromatic cedar-clad walls, eucalyptus-infused water poured over hot coals, pebbled flooring that induces reflexology, nature music streaming from an integrated speaker and soft-glowing LED lighting. 62

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PEACE OF JACKSON Mountain modern home merges with The Grand in this dreamy snowscape. Sustainable reclaimed barnwood, wire-brushed Accoya, metal and board-formed concrete envelop the exterior.

This wellness-designed home will be featured in Homestead magazine’s Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes on September 17, 2021, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Please come visit to see how this future-forward home design embraces nature and essential well-being.

home’s design was inspired by renowned architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe’s Farnsworth House, famous for its seamless connection to nature. Rendezvous Design’s principal designer, Patricia Kennedy, envisioned an open-plan glass pavilion to serve as an observatory for the everchanging light, seasons in the valley below and migrating wildlife. The sustainable materials, biophilic accents, panoramic and clerestory glazing, and flanking outdoor decks effortlessly connect the home to the natural surroundings. Kennedy took a deeper dive into wellness through multisensory design by addressing all five senses to transcend the daily living experience: LED light layers and shading induce circadian rhythm, which improves sleep; sound attenuation in building materials and furnishings controls acoustics for improved concentration; aromatherapy infused throughout the home physiologically lifts mood. The gourmet kitchen features the latest technology for new modes of cooking, including an electric pizza oven that serves up pizza in 20 minutes! Wellness spa features like the Finnish sauna, eucalyptus-infused steam shower, chromatherapy (color therapy) soaking tub and 10-person outdoor hot tub with waterfall soothe mind, body and soul. Integration of Aging-In-Place upgrades and accessibility welcomes multigenerational living, increasing the home’s usability and long-term benefits. Overall, the residence’s connection to nature and serene experience truly inspire wellbeing, living up to its name, Peace of Jackson. homestead

ABOVE The open-plan kitchen functions as a social hub: The enlarged, honed-marble island includes a Ruvati 5’ Workstation sink and bar stools that stand ready for serving up pizza. Wolf induction, grill and teppanyaki modules encourage flexible and fun cooking. The neuroaesthetic addition of Duke Beardsley contemporary cowboy art ties to Wyoming’s Wild West. 63 63

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ith the exception of the silhouette of the Teton Range, few sights in Jackson Hole are as iconic as the two Moulton Barns in Grand Teton National Park. Talismans of grittier, tougher years past, these landmark structures represent a legacy of quality workmanship and a purposeful attention to detail. Distinctive elegance and timeless endurance—the qualities that make these historic barns the most photographed on earth—are the same elements that owner Patrick Spencer has woven into the philosophy of Moulton Barns Home. “We not only want to be a resource for the homeowners of Jackson Hole, but also for local interior designers, architects and builders,” Spencer says. “Kitchens, and every other element, need to match the caliber of the home.” homestead

ABOVE Christiana Cabinetry spent 40 years developing the perfect blend of classic and contemporary styles so your kitchen always feels current and refined. ABOVE RIGHT The Moulton Barns Home showroom is located in downtown Jackson at 250 West Pearl; exterior painted in Farrow & Ball’s Inchyra Blue. LEFT Stark Studio Rugs’ Rhythm Collection complements the smooth but irregular patterns and colors of the natural surroundings. It has the luxurious feel of a wool-and-silk blend. RIGHT The Etoile Linear Chandelier in Gilded Iron from Visual Comfort has a straightforward, stylized design, fitting into the rustic yet sophisticated nature of the West.

Showroom manager Madeleine Donovan agrees. “Our goal was to curate a collection that did not exist in Jackson previously,” she explains. Her decades of experience in the world of high-end interior design give her not only an acute eye for exceptional style, but also a deep understanding of what personalized, unparalleled customer service looks like. Spencer brings years of experience as the former CEO of a national woodworking company to this exciting new showroom and lineup of products available in downtown Jackson. With a dedication to offering the finest in luxury kitchens, appliances, lighting, custom rugs and carpeting, and other top-of-the-line home furnishings, locally owned Moulton Barns Home offers an array of products that mirror the longevity and unique permanence of the store’s namesake. As Jackson’s exclusive dealer of Christiana Cabinetry and Farrow & Ball Paint, plus such exceptional brands as Visual Comfort Lighting, Stark Studio Rugs, Gaggenau appliances and others of superlative quality, the Moulton Barns Home team believes that simply selling a product isn’t enough. In addition to providing a one-stop shop, they also collaborate with local experts who can offer professional installation of any purchase. “Jackson Hole is truly unique, and the homes that people enjoy here are a reflection of their passion for the area,” says Spencer. “We believe that finishing those homes with products that are not only beautiful but also of the highest quality is an intuitive extension of that love of place.” homestead

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CALDERA SUITES (left) Feeling at home in Teton Village with the help of CLB means settling into a space that is meant to foster beautiful mountain memories. PROMONTORY (below) This Park City home serves as an escape from Manhattan’s hectic financial industry. The homeowners worked in tandem with CLB to ensure a stylish and contemporary space.

he bespoke approach of CLB Architects acts as a calling card for a holistic design philosophy. Each project results in a true sense of place, echoing the needs and preferences of the client. Two decades in business have seen CLB grow from the niche of unparalleled custom architecture into a fully formed brand, with a robust approach to interiors that continues to expand its reach. The CLB interiors department witnessed its inception as a natural extension of the firm’s architectural services. At CLB, the process of creating interiors is fluid and dynamic. In all projects, from hardscape to hardware, the aesthetic experience reads as a natural progression from site to architecture to interior spaces. The designers work in close collaboration with architects, builders and homeowners from the earliest pre-design stage. They strive to express their clients’ unique personalities and aesthetics in the most fitting response to site, paying close attention to appropriate scale, and selecting a palette and materials that help ground the home in its setting. The resulting interiors are comfortable, livable and original, and express a quiet sophistication that favors timelessness over trendiness. Interior design lead Sarah Kennedy explains, “Our residential projects embody a new and interesting approach for what it means to have a contemporary home in the West and have led to the opportunity of designing the owners’ suites at Caldera House. This high-end hospitality project was an amazing challenge that allowed our team to instill this fresh take on interiors in the West.” The results present with rich detail accentuated by clean lines that serve to balance a refined aesthetic. This team shines brightest when challenged by the right projects and clients, says interior designer Maria James. “The best clients push us the most.” Currently, 80 percent of CLB’s architectural project base requires attention from the firm’s interiors division. “This is a curation of life through the objects that our clients hold close. Clean and contemporary

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STONE RIDGE (left) A neutral and grey palette is incorporated with furnishings that feature pops of blues and gold to align with the client’s Andy Warhol artwork throughout the home. LONE PINE (below) Intentional design from the CLB interiors team extends from overall concept to the smallest detail, resulting in a seamless merging of form and function.

are married to those objects, and we are able to tell a story through design,” says James. Telling such a design story accurately is achieved through deep collaboration with the client. Interior designer Jaye Infanger elaborates, “There is no template to our work. Understanding what is needed means transparency and open communication.” The design ethos of CLB is supported by a heavily curated approach that balances the scale, mass and feel of a space. Intimate choices meet thoughtful design, reflecting the individualized culture that makes a house a home. The effort to bring originality to the blank canvas of each space is achieved by maintaining and growing relationships with local artisans, who showcase the region, says interior designer Cynthia Tibbitts. Ensuring that each design challenge is met with consistent attention to detail has allowed CLB’s interiors team to stretch and grow their well-honed skills. They are now called to shape the interiors for homes that are not a part of CLB’s architectural portfolio. The strength of their 70

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ABOVE The CLB interiors team is growing its reach through cultivated choices and personalized attention. Pictured from left to right: Erica Hawley, Libby Erker, Jaye Infanger, Cynthia Tibbitts, Sydney Millyard, Sarah Kennedy, Maria James, Halie Dedering SKYLINE HOME (top right) Devoting attention to texture, color and balance results in an open feel with touches of comfort. CALDERA (bottom right) A contemporary Western aesthetic brings out the best in an intimate kitchen space.

work stands alone as an option for the client who wants to reinvent a space with the aid of sublime expertise. “Our work is inspired by place; each site and set of clients is unique. Each CLB design, from architecture to interiors, reflects that,” imparts Kennedy. A recent California project, nestled in the legendary Hollywood Hills, is a textbook example of what can be achieved when this squad of eight channels their talent. In this case, the client craved warmth and coziness within a space that had not been treated with any specialized care. After developing a muted palette that leaned toward a refined, beachy quality, the interiors team layered on unique textiles accompanied by warm wood finishes. They were delighted to be able to draw nature in with a full wall that opens to the outdoors, taking advantage of California light while inviting the temperate weather indoors. Such design achievements allow the entire CLB firm to cement an ever-growing reputation far beyond the Rocky Mountain West. The architectural side of the house works in full concert with the interiors team, boasting a culture of shared vision in brand identity, with a collective eye for meaningful detail. homestead

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ABOVE The recessed light pocket accentuates this space between the guest bedrooms. The flooring is 13.5”-wide French oak from The Hudson Company.

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RIGHT Family gathering. All the elements come together here in stone and wood: Sit dining room chairs and bench, a Tavola table and a commissioned painting by Susan Vecsey.

BELOW Concealed pocket lights in niche and ceiling illuminate clean lines while floor-toceiling doors hide closets. Flooring and paneling by The Hudson Company.

or years in Jackson Hole design, the big “log” cabin was a given. It was a movement. Buyers wanted their own Ponderosa, their own Gunsmoke. Big was better, for this was the Wild West. But there are always other ideas, new points of view and design options. Take minimalism, for instance. “Not only are you working in limited space,” says Brian Messana, of the New York City firm Messana O’Rorke, which developed its minimalist approach designing apartments and lofts in Manhattan, “but you’re choreographing how that space will be used and seeing what doesn’t need to be there. The lessons we learned were very much about form and function and what the intention is. Minimalism for us has become an expression of giving each thing the space to have meaning.” First things first: Minimalism is complex. It does not abandon function, but rather embraces it through masterstrokes of clean, unfettered lines. The Imagist poets of the early 20th century felt the same. As they sought a deeper clarity of expression, excess verbiage had to go. Things were no longer decoration but the very essence, the power. And what gave things this power was the removal of the extraneous. Less became more. And then composer Claude Debussy took this concept a step further when he suggested that music was not the notes but “the space between.” When Messana and partner Toby O’Rorke were contracted by Brian’s brother, Mark, and sister-in-law, Ann, to design a house here in Jackson Hole, these ideas were very much in play. “As we began talking about what this house could be,” recounts Mark, “we saw it as a gathering place for family and friends—not about stuff and clutter and how to store it all. We wanted the attention to be on us and our time together, and the making of memories.” And so the Messanas began methodically assembling a team, first by pairing Brian with local architect Shawn Ankeny, of Ankeny Architecture and Design, both because of her familiarity with area building codes, construction details and industry workers, and because of her growing reputation as a brilliant collaborator and architect. Next, because

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Space to move, live and entertain in the great room. Sofa by B&B Italia, stools by BassamFellows, commissioned painting by Jared Sanders and coffee table designed by Messana O’Rorke. 74

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of their meticulous attention to detail, a Two Ocean Builders team headed by Bobby Henninger and his foreman, Jesse Mitchell, were brought on, along with Jaxon Ching and his team at Willow Creek Woodworks, and Rich Ashburn, of Jackson Hole AV. Lastly, they reached out to Jamie Hammel at The Hudson Company for Brian’s very specific lumber needs. What followed was an ongoing dialogue about the balance between form and function. Messana O’Rorke was given the time to create a complete set of detailed drawings and adaptations while Ankeny, Henninger and Mitchell ensured that the design’s intent remained true throughout the course of the project. And this house is very much about the function of beauty, the details you see and the ones you don’t. The vertical pocket lights hidden from view and the receding pocket doors create a sense of flow. Overall, the home is a composition in four stanzas: wood-stone-wood-stone. Its four distinctly separate structures are connected by 6-foot glass passages, which become the breaths between the stanzas. What stands at the center are the great room and kitchen, creating the gathering space the Messanas desired. From all sides, the great room draws you in. “From the technical aspect,” explains Ankeny, “the spacing between structures allowed us to break up the volume and avoid the accumulation of snow and ice in the roof valleys, while creating these spectacular light passages. From a poetic standpoint, the links provided these moments where you connect and feel the outdoors as you’re crossing from one structure to the next. These separations also make the house more intimate. Instead of one big mass, the four smaller volumes create a sense of wonder. Each one is different.” But there is more to this—or less, actually. Throughout the home’s four stanzas runs a kind of tapping, a beat within the beat, a theme of

View of the guest loft with Hans Wegner lounge chair and custom-designed bed by Messana O’Rorke.

RIGHT The custom kitchen designed my Messana O’Rorke honors the 18’ expanse of the great room, while cabinets in stained oak float 12” beneath the ceiling. The two islands are clad in Carrara marble, and appliances are by Miele. Countertops are by European Marble and Granite.

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Composition in four stanzas. Wood, stone, wood, stone, each standing alone and yet linked by glass passages.

LEFT This minimalistic recessed door pull accentuates the clean lines featured throughout the house. MIDDLE The granite floor seamlessly transitions to all surfaces of the spa. RIGHT The kitchen island features Carrara stone and custom-stained oak cabinetry.

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quarter-inch reveals, reglets separating surfaces— surfaces to floor and surfaces to ceiling. The visual effect is of the ceiling floating above the walls, and the floor floating beneath. And, without baseboards or moldings, every detail has to be perfect. “The result is very calming,” says Henninger. “It’s a difficult task to achieve this level of simplicity. Simple is complex. In a house like this, there aren’t a lot of other things to distract your eye besides the architecture, and so the architecture becomes the art. There can’t be flaws.” “The designs were extremely difficult to achieve,” adds Ching. “The cabinetry, surfaces and veneers had to be perfect. If the plans called for a quarter-inch reveal, then that’s what we brought. Brian challenged us in a lot of ways. Having never worked with him before, we really enjoyed it.” Hammel points out the Allagash veneers in the cabinetry and Ditch Plains French oak used in the flooring. “We originally brought it in as wet logs from Normandy,” he says. “Then we had to dry it to this area’s humidity level and mill it. That flooring was shrunk face, meaning it had a lot of movement in it, a lot of contour. And those were 13.5-inch-by-18-foot boards—a very rare order. Usually we ship boards in the 7-foot range.”

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Not uncoincidentally, an 18-foot-wide expanse in the great room runs north to south into the kitchen and beyond without interruption. When the pocket doors are pushed back on both ends, the room suddenly becomes an indoor-outdoor canopy stretching out onto the terrace and joining with the master bedroom and guest rooms on either side. A long, paned clerestory across the gabled ceiling of the great room vents in light throughout. The complexities of minimalism even extend to the operating systems, which are fully integrated and state-of-the-art, yet understated. “What stood out to us in assembling Mark’s electronics system,” remembers Ashburn, “was his level of passion. He wanted to do it right. You don’t see the speakers in the ceilings unless you really look. The TV in the master bedroom recedes into the floor so that it doesn’t detract from the views. It was all about the clean lines and the architecture.” “Shawn would always say, ‘This is so zen,’” recalls Mark. “The whole team got along great, and the experience of working with them really added to our appreciation of the house.” Summarizing the project, Henninger says, “Brian’s and Toby’s designs brought the best out of us. It seemed like we were being called upon to find our solutions and execute in every moment. It was a symphony of many players. We all had to come together and play note perfect, and we did just that.” homestead

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Pushed out from the volume of the house, the spa provides views and, when the side doors open, cross ventilation.

The renovation sought to open up the home, offering a more intuitive layout and inviting, modern ambiance. Utilizing a thoughtful blend of finishes, the team created a space that is at once classic and contemporary.

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ackson Hole offers beauty that is absolute, enduring and truly timeless. At each turn, the rugged perfection of the wild spaces of the Teton Range and the expansive, river-carved valley it towers above have evoked awe and thrill for as long as humans have laid eyes on them. They’ve certainly never fallen out of fashion. In contrast, Jackson Hole residents’ preferences within the human-designed world are ephemeral. Trends come and go. Styles fade in and out as the decades roll by. And when they pass, they often leave behind once state-of-the-art spaces that now invite reimagining.

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The Starflower Home is a perfect example. Located in the steep, forested neighborhood of Indian Paintbrush, it was constructed in the mid-1970s. When new owners acquired it four years ago, this same juxtaposition was at play: While the landscape views were as breathtaking as ever, and the pristine hillside woods lent an immersive richness, the home style itself was outdated. “The clients had come up here for a number of years, and of course fallen in love—a pretty standard love affair with our great part of the world,” explains Kurt Dubbe, of Dubbe Moulder Architects, the lead architect on the remodel project. “They purchased the existing home, which was fairly stylized and definitely dated.” In collaboration with Dubbe’s team, Creative Building Solutions’ owner and principal, Chad Grohne, interior designers homestead

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ABOVE Expansive windows and spacious decks create an effortless flow between the comfort of the interior and the peace of the surrounding natural exteriors.

from Forsyth & Brown and landscaping experts from MountainScapes, the property owners shared their vision for the project: a renewed space that offered a more home-like and contemporary atmosphere while continuing to emphasize the surrounding views. The original, rather low-slung, almost ranch-style building was located high up on a hill. “The views are breathtaking in the woods,” observes Dubbe. “We evaluated all the existing conditions and determined that the bones of the structure were sound: It’s a very well-built house. They wanted a new set of ‘clothes’ that would be a little bit less stylized in a dated sense. We set out to design something more timeless, but still infused with a mountain contemporary ambiance.” “It’s a supremely cool house,” agrees Grohne. “It’s amazing when you first walk in how impactful it is on the whole experience to see the wide-open views of the valley. The perspective of the house is incredible—a view like that is quite rare. You’re positioned high above the valley and looking all the way to the Tetons.” The team created a vision that was built around the axis of the Teton views and sought to bring an increased sense of openness and flow to the home. Grohne achieved this ambiance through the thoughtful use of glass, stone and natural wood finishes. With an eye to creating a seamless indoor and outdoor experience, the team expanded windows, improved multiple decks and designed a unique semi-covered patio space. Partially enclosed with rough-hewn stone walls and sheltered under an innovative butterfly roof, the patio boasts a built-in grill and fire pit, further underscoring the effortless flow between the home’s interior and the unparalleled beauty of the surrounding landscape. One end of the main floor is anchored around a stunning, contemporary fireplace. Replacing the original stylized moss-rock feature and diminutive firebox, the sleek, bold, subtly industrial new fireplace produces a sophisticated balance in the space. The steel plates with blued and waxed finish and the exposed fasteners and rivets command a modern sense of elegance. Contributing to the air of expansiveness is the home’s lofty ceiling with exposed beams. After exploring multiple approaches,

Creating a stark contrast by darkening the existing exposed ceiling beams brought the home a sense of balance.

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explains Amy Brown, of interior design firm Forsyth & Brown, the team decided to lend the beams a dark color, creating a high contrast with the ceiling itself. “The richness of the beams in the living space helps weigh out the fireplace,” she observes. Brown believes that this project exemplifies the potential inherent in remodeling an existing home instead of building anew. “The possibilities of remodeling versus tearing something down and starting all over again are expansive. This house was a prime place to do that. It had good bones and just needed new interior finishing,” she says.

Perched in the inimitable Indian Paintbrush neighborhood south of Wilson, this artfully renovated home celebrates a breathtaking perspective on the surrounding peaks and valley below.

Brown and her partner, Jodi Forsyth, found inspiration in both the styles and interior pieces that the family already owned, as well as the vision to create a space that highlighted exterior views and natural elegance. Ultimately, they selected finishes that offered lasting beauty through simplicity. “It was a fun challenge to design with the given mix of styles—and to select the interior finishes that would complement all of it and create a cohesive, balanced environment,” Forsyth recalls. The ease with which the home blends into the surroundings, and the harmonious flow among materials, including the landscaping, are flawless. “The overall goal was to restore the property back to a more natural, native state,” says Sean Macauley, of MountainScapes Landscaping. “The vision was to have it blend in with the already-existing surroundings. To achieve that, we used native grass sod and plant materials that we saw already flourishing on the property. The materials were all sourced locally, and we were able to make the house smoothly integrate into the hillside.” By mindfully embracing and showcasing what

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made this home unique in its original form, the team achieved a stunning renovation of a truly exceptional property. Reimagining the home’s flow, prioritizing a sense of openness and balance, and enhancing the ways in which the space embraced a mountain contemporary style, the creative team’s vision sprang to life in a vibrant way. Their success revolved around recognizing what elements required an update and what pieces merited preservation. Clearly, they agreed on celebrating the most awe-inspiring and enduring feature of this distinctive space: an inimitable perspective on one of the most spectacular mountain panoramas on earth.

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The theme called for the house to look like a build-out from the original stone structure. Says builder Chad Grohne, “All the exterior siding and timbers were provided by local supplier Ridgeline Log and Timber.”

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he first record of a ship “christening” is rooted in Babylon in the third millennium B.C. In that narrative, the old salt poured “three sari of bitumen” over his vessel and “to the gods caused oxen to be sacrificed.” Though a safe passage might have been the ask in this sacrifice, the best stories come about when things don’t go as planned, when there are chance encounters and unexpected discoveries. Eventful journeys are where the good stuff lies. And in the best of epics, there are often some early setbacks. When Phil and Barb Derrow and their daughter, Anna, hosted a “holing”—their version of a christening at the hole in the ground where their vacation home was to be built in Teton Village—they’d already confronted the gods. The initial digging had uncovered a number of headsprings, requiring an exchange of an extra 300 truckloads of earth for filler stone. Undeterred, the Derrows went ahead with their celebration. Attending were architect Carl Daavettila, of Green Design Build, Chad Grohne, of Creative Building Solutions, and Rush Jenkins and Klaus Baer, of WRJ Design, who all shared in the ritual of tossing their glasses and bottles into the hole for good luck and safe passage—and all the other good stuff too. To the Derrows, it was important that they build their home on the foundation of a party with friends. Recalls Daavettila, “Rush took us on some home tours. That’s when Phil began to see what his home could be. A theme started to take shape. It was all of us together, navigating the way forward, going off script when something made better sense. It was a really terrific design-build collaboration.” What Derrow began to envision was a feel he called “warm rustic,” and the way to get there was with reclaimed materials,

OPPOSITE PAGE BOTTOM Beneath the looped iron chandelier and mushroom oak wood ceiling, teak club chairs, custom rug and handcrafted walnut coffee table by the owner, Phil Derrow.

ABOVE Mahogany dining table with hewn hazel finish on naturally fumed oak flooring. Chandelier designed by WRJ Design.

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LEFT In the master bedroom, custom Loro Piana fabric drapes, Ralph Lauren chest of drawers and throw pillows from Germany.

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mostly wood. He’d gotten hooked on wood in high school shop class and has a wood shop in his house in Ohio, so this project was always about the wood. “We wanted people to feel comfortable in our home, to come in after skiing and grab a beer and not feel like they were going to break something,” he says. “That’s why most of the things you see are reused—the wood, the metal. A feeling of warmth and comfort. Yes, it was going to be expensive, but we didn’t want it to feel that way.” The project team discovered the wood for the ceiling while on a trip to Idaho to meet with suppliers. “What’s that?” asked Derrow. It was wood from boxes that had been used to grow mushrooms in abandoned mines in West Virginia. Admiring the look of its deep grains, he purchased all of the wood without yet knowing how it would be used. Then he realized that the grains would dazzle as the ceilings in the east-facing clerestory. And the flooring? It was fumed oak that Derrow had seen in another of Grohne’s projects. The ammonia fuming process for this particular wood had been far more organic than usual: The oak boards came from chicken coops. “We knew what would resonate with Phil,” recounts Jenkins. “What drew him was craftsmanship, hand-hewn pieces that told stories, in true finishes—not lacquers. For instance, he turned 100 feet of railroad track into a footrail in his bar and handrails on all his stairways. He was really fun to shop with. You always get a far better result when the home becomes a personal representation of the client’s engaged choices.”

ABOVE In the spirit of reclamation, this boulder, unearthed in the foundation excavation, found another purpose in the powder room.

RIGHT With textiles from Chamonix, France, this Swiss-inspired bunk room provides a mature bent to the theme and is perfect for both kids and adults.

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Says Grohne, “Phil let us be creative and trusted us. He loved the wood and all our ideas, and he was involved from beginning to end in the navigations. He’s a passionate guy. In fact, he built the two tables in the living room himself out of walnut. We could have stuck to the blueprint and the formula, but then we would have had a formulaic house. The way we did it was way more organic and personal.” “You know,” says Derrow, “we were originally thinking of something different and more modest, but this team and their ideas just made so much sense. We had so much fun letting it go in

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the direction it did. I think I can tell you a story about everything in the house.” Serendipitously, there is one last story regarding Derrow and his fondness for wood. When his Ukrainian ancestors crossed the seas and arrived in America in the early 20th century, their surname was something else. Derrow was the name they were given while passing through immigration. Ironically, it’s thought that Derrow is a derivation of the lost Scottish name Dara, or Darach. The meaning? Oak tree.

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Reclaimed timber, leathered granite countertops with chiseled edges, and stressed metals add warmth and make this house a home.

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A custom coffee table anchors the overstuffed array of leather seating defining the living area.

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ABOVE A barnwood bar cabinet and custom floating shelves, backed in antique mirrors, take cocktails up a notch.

n the sea of contemporary projects permeating the valley, one couple’s clear vision for the old shelter on their new Fall Creek property stood out as singular. Immediately evocative, Ryan and Kristy Rans’ design decree was: Transform the humdrum structure into a classic rustic cabin, with every surface sheathed in barnwood and every room filled with commodious, overstuffed furniture. Rising to the challenge, interior designer Colleen McFadden-Walls, of Willow Creek Design Group, builder Steve Stuchal, of Serenity Builders, and landscape architect Ben Bartlett, of Growin’ Green, reimagined the wooded property into a throwback refuge reminiscent of a historic hunting and fishing lodge. For this first phase of the property’s redevelopment, the Ranses charged the team to think Ralph Lauren luxury meets mountain functionality. Sourcing reclaimed timber from Ridgeline Log and Timber, Stuchal covered every structural surface in rugged planks and refinished the hardwood floors, removing the original red to match the dark brown of the barnwood. To complement such texture and tone, McFadden-Walls applied a warm, dark palette to the custom furnishings, all designed by local artisans: a rich brown, studded leather sofa and matching loveseat made all the more plush with tartan and paisley pillows; striped natural linens tucked over the king bed, which sits atop a barnwood platform frame; navy drapes bordered in plaid folding graciously over the big windows in the master bedroom. Working within the concise footprint, McFadden-Walls was able to create many character-rich vignettes. A pair of leather sling club chairs atop a crimson Oriental rug invite repose. Metal stools allow for perching beside the kitchen

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LEFT An equestrian-inspired chandelier hovers above the custom barnwood platform bed. BELOW The landscape design echoes the rustic authenticity of the interiors with stones and native grasses guiding visitors to the cabin. BOTTOM To evoke place and history, interior designer Colleen McFadden-Walls created a gallery wall of vintage local photography and maps.

island. And the barnwood cubbies flanking the front door make a ritual of disrobing after outdoor adventures. For the pièce de résistance, the designer curated a gallery wall in the living room featuring antique area maps and vintage Yellowstone and Jackson Hole landscape and wildlife photography. Scouring many sources, she amassed pieces conveying personality of place and anchoring the project in historical memory. Untethered to a signature aesthetic, McFadden-Walls loved embracing a style so different from the pack—a design scene she knows well, having owned Willow Creek Home Furnishing on the Town Square for 25 years. Since retiring from retail, she has partnered with senior designer Renee Crawford. Together, they launched Willow Creek Design Group. True to her philosophy

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RIGHT McFadden-Walls and Stuchal teamed up to make each room’s timber application subtly distinct and adjusted the floor stain to provide a warmer backdrop for the rich furnishings.

as a designer, McFadden-Walls sees her role as helping her clients’ visions come to fruition. “I listen to my clients’ wishes and take them in that direction as best I can,” she says. “The Ranses described and defined their goals very well, and I helped them get there.” Stuchal underscored the clear direction given by the Ranses and their bestowal of trust-based free rein to realize their vision as the team saw fit. “Ryan would send us a picture and say, ‘This is what I want the cabin to look like, with a fishing net on the wall and a custom gun rack out of barnwood,’” the builder recalls. While some people may say they want a “rustic” cabin, that image often falls short of the conveniences they ultimately desire. Not so with this client. Stuchal appreciated his unwavering commitment to the concept, which spilled beyond the interior to inform the exterior as well. For instance, Rans deemed the original standing-seam metal roof to be too contemporary, requesting instead a rusted version. And when parts of the foundation surfaced, Stuchal sourced Montana moss rock to patch over it, dousing the rocks in beer to activate the moss—the epitome of “no stone left unturned” in the team’s quest for rustic authenticity.

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n nature, animals often avoid cresting hilltops for fear of being silhouetted against the sky and therefore being easily seen. Teton County Planning and Development has applied this same principle, called “skylining,” in its land development regulations (LDRs) to ensure conscientious growth while maintaining Jackson Hole’s topographical ecosystem. The regulation states that a home’s roofline cannot break the skyline. The house must be situated on the lot in a way that preserves the view of the natural ridgeline as seen from any county road. This regulation was put in place in 1994 in response to a growing sentiment in the community about protecting Jackson Hole’s beautiful, unspoiled skylines. A proposal to add the regulation to development guidelines was not made by any one resident, rather all county residents had been invited to offer input to the Teton County Comprehensive Plan, an inclusive process that resulted in an extensive document that today reflects the public’s values regarding land use, development and conservation. In response to homes that had been built directly on ridges on West Gros Ventre Butte and above the Snake River south of Jackson prior to 94, residents sought restrictions to this type of development. There was not only the hope to preserve the ridges’ natural aesthetic but also to reduce the sense that one was being looked down upon by higher-elevation dwellers. Local designers have since developed creative ways to build homes within these guidelines while still fulfilling their clients’ dreams. Two recent projects are perfect examples. In the first, Mitch Blake, principal and partner of Ward Blake Architects, used 3-D models superimposed over photos of the site and surrounding area to assure that the home would meet development regulations. Blake says, “In our drawings, we were able to snug the home into the hillside as we set the floor deeper into the site.” The dropped floor and flat, sod roof allow for the homeowner’s desired high ceilings. Planned natural finishes will conceal the continued on next page

TOP LEFT View of the lot before Ward + Blake Architects analyzed the home’s impact on the skyline. BOTTOM LEFT View of the lot rendering after the architects revised the home design to accommodate the skylining regulation. homestead

ABOVE Rendezvous Design’s mountain modern home with skylining landscaping by Lawngevity Landscapes, provides mitigation on both sides of the building to soften the view from the road.

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home, thus avoiding disruption of the pristine setting as well as the skyline. In the second example, principal interior designer Patricia Kennedy, of Rendezvous Design, a luxury wellness interior design studio in Jackson, recently completed a mountain modern home on a similar property bordering a ridgeline. In the process, she worked with Northworks Architects and Teton Heritage Builders to integrate skylining guidelines with the lot’s narrow build envelope and 30 percent slope limits of disturbance. The homesite, positioned lower on the lot, is passively screened, yet still captures expansive views of the Teton Range. Kennedy is delighted with the design. She says, “The home’s shed-roof style and sustainable, grey barnwood organically blend the exterior into the native hillscape.” On the interior, the lowered site position created the exciting 94

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opportunity to situate the great room such that from the panoramic windows one experiences the thrill of standing on a precipice. Rendezvous Design specializes in wellness design, which has been integrated into this home. Doing so, Kennedy says, “provides a three-dimensional connection to nature that also serves as an observatory for the changing seasons and migrating wildlife in the valley below.” While the county’s LDRs test designers’ vision and skill, the regulations reflect community values. With careful design, construction and landscaping, the result is a biophilic interrelationship between homes and stunning surroundings. homestead

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rom the rolling, western slopes of the Teton Range to the fruitful waterways of Henrys Fork, the timeless beauty and thrilling grandeur of Teton Valley, Idaho, have inspired generations of adventurers and outdoor enthusiasts. It is against this backdrop that Tributary, the valley’s premier private residential community, is situated. On a summer day, Tributary’s residents can be found paddleboarding, fly fishing or mountain biking in direct view of the three most iconic Teton peaks. Come winter, they traverse the property on Nordic ski trails, ski powder at nearby Grand Targhee Resort and watch their children ice skate and ride the kid-friendly snowmobile track. “Tributary is a community within a community that is focused on enjoying the environment,” says Jeff Heilbrun, the development’s director of real estate. Located on the “quiet side” of the Tetons in a valley that is home to some of the world’s greatest biodiversity, Tributary is just a few minutes away from the rustic downtown of Driggs, which encapsulates the charm of mountain culture, providing celebrated restaurants, nightlife, shopping and yoga studios. Opened as Huntsman Springs, the subdivision originally centered

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LEFT Local materials, sophisticated finishes and expert craftsmanship create the height of elegant comfort—with a touch of Western character.

BELOW Tributary residents can fly into the local, private airport with full services or one of the two commercial airports less than an hour away, then head to their homes and immediately get outside for adventure.

around a world-class golf course designed by David McLay-Kidd. Tributary is now under new ownership, and the golf course is just one of a number of its first-rate amenities. The 1,500-acre, low-density property supports on-site fly fishing in seven ponds and wildlife viewing from the 2-mile boardwalk that runs through a 500-acre private wetland. Those wanting to try something different can visit Tributary’s archery and tomahawk-throwing center. “We are very much a lifestyle club, with all the toys that come with it,” says Ulla Rasche, general manager. Tributary helps facilitate people getting out for adventures by providing the equipment and expertise that each resident needs, whether that person is a seasoned mountain biker or wants to try four-wheeling. Multiple contemporary cabin floor plans combine generous living spaces with beautiful details and modern conveniences. Meanwhile, the revitalized development continues to expand its amenities. Construction of a new clubhouse, which will house a bar, restaurant and game room for kids and families, will be completed in the fall. It will serve as the heart and center of the Tributary community—a place where residents can grab coffee and a pastry in the morning and return to in the evening for a dinner out. “Tributary is unpretentious in attitude, but refined in everything we do service-wise,” Rasche says. “We’re very high-end, but with a strong sense of place.”

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The Western Design Conference Preview Night + Fashion Show is a must for locals and tourists alike. Showstopper Montana Dreamwear returns this year.

In September, as summer ends and the cooler nights of fall arrive, the town of Jackson celebrates its love of the arts with the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival. After the challenging year of 2020, living virtually and online, Jackson is excited to host its 37th Fall Arts Festival and take its place once again as a world-class destination for the arts. From September 8 to September 19, the town will be alive with artists and designers from all over the country who share a love for the American West and are here to display their work. Throughout the year, the Jackson Hole community shows its commitment and support of the arts with over 15 fine art galleries in town; the Center for the Arts, a nonprofit organization with a dedicated campus that is the hub for artistic, cultural and creative activity; and the National Museum of Wildlife Art. It is the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival that unites everyone interested in the creative arts, interiors, fashion, architecture, music, local cuisine and locally created beverages.

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FEATURED ARTIST This year’s Fall Arts Festival featured artist is Gary Lynn Roberts, a third-generation artist living in the Bitterroot Valley of western Montana. He trained with many of America’s finest artists, developing a style of painting that is a combination of realism and impressionism. His spiritual connection to the West and his experience with rodeos and training horses are evident in his paintings of life in the historic West—cattle drives, Indian encampments, cowboys and Western wildlife. Roberts’ large-scale oil painting created for the Fall Arts Festival is of Jackson’s Wort Hotel in the 1940s. Posters and Jackson Hole Winery wine with artwork labels are available for sale and signing by the artist.

LEFT 2021’s featured artist Gary Lynn Roberts is a longtime participant in Jackson Hole’s Fall Arts Festival. Roberts is pictured here, painting in a previous Jackson Hole QuickDraw.

JACKSON HOLE SHOWCASE OF HOMES On Friday, September 17, Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes is a one-day, self-guided tour of some of Jackson Hole’s most spectacular new homes, inspired by the natural beauty of this valley. Attendees personally engage with the talented professionals who designed, built and furnished the residences, getting an intimate view of their creative genius. In addition to providing a firsthand look at the work of the accomplished professionals, this unique tour is a fundraiser for the community, with all proceeds going to local charities.

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WESTERN DESIGN CONFERENCE EXHIBIT + SALE The Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale kicks off the Jackson Hole Fall Arts Festival with its Preview Party on Thursday, September 9, from 6 to 10 p.m. Snow King Event Center is magically transformed to host a party like no other—cocktails and wine, hors d’oeuvres, artists’ and designers’ booths to shop, museum-quality art displayed on pedestals competing for $20,000 in cash awards, an art auction, a live runway fashion show and a six-room designer show house. Over 100 artists and designers from all over the country who love the West come together to showcase their work in furniture, fashion, jewelry, leather, interior design and more. The Exhibit + Sale continues Friday through Sunday.

QUICKDRAW Jackson Hole is famous for its QuickDraw, the premier live, fine art event of the Fall Arts Festival. On the town green the public can watch internationally recognized artists create masterpieces in 90 minutes, which immediately go to live auction. Midway through the auction, Gary Lynn Roberts’ oil painting of the Wort Hotel is up for bid. The QuickDraw can be viewed and bid on either in person or online.

Western Design Conference Preview Party + Fashion Show September 9th 6–10 p.m. Snow King Event Center Western Design Conference Exhibit + Sale September 10th-12th 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Snow King Event Center Palates & Palettes September 10th, 5-7 p.m. Various Jackson galleries Free event Western Visions Opening September 10th National Museum of Wildlife Art Takin’ It to the Streets September 12th Downtown during the afternoon Poster Signing with Gary Lynn Roberts September 15th, 4-6 p.m. West Lives On Gallery Free event Posters available at the gallery Western Visions Artist Panel September 16th, 10 a.m.–12 p.m. National Museum of Wildlife Art Western Visions Show & Sale September 16th, 5-8 p.m. National Museum of Wildlife Art Jackson Hole Showcase of Homes September 17th Jackson Hole QuickDraw September 18th, 8 a.m.– 1 p.m. Town Square

PALATES & PALETTES Many other events—Palates & Palettes, Takin’ It to the Streets, Sunday Brunch Art Walk, to mention only a few—are taking place during Jackson’s 12-day Fall Arts Festival. Check the calendar of events for details and contact information. After the long year of isolation and quarantine, this is the year to again celebrate in person and share your love of art and nature! homestead

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For a sneak peak of the homes on this 2021 tour, see featured articles “The Space Between” on page 72 and “Wellness is the New Wealth™” on page 62.

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FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 10am—4pm Each autumn, included in a busy September week during the Fall Arts Festival, Homestead magazine hosts its signature event, highlighting the valley’s top professionals in architecture, interior, building and landscape design. The tour beneﬁts local charities and takes people across the valley and across aesthetics, welcoming them to step inside a diverse array of locally designed and built homes and to see up close the valley’s talent and craftsmanship. Hitting a sweet spot somewhere between design consultation, philanthropic fundraiser and social hour, unique encounters abound at each location. The Showcase of Homes is an exclusive, one-of-a-kind opportunity.

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