Grande Terre: Blending Style with Nature in Wyoming
Grande Terre, designed by Farmer Payne Architects in 2023, is a contemporary house located in Teton County, Wyoming, United States. This residence spectacularly combines high ceilings, large windows, and a cedar exterior, maximizing the enchanting views of the Teton Range and Snake River. Inside, its split-level design emphasizes open, airy spaces filled with natural light, creating a harmonious blend with the rugged landscape.
![A modern, geometric mountain home with wood and stone accents, surrounded by snowy landscape.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/001-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x699.jpg)
![A striking modern building with a wooden exterior, large windows, and a snow-covered landscape.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/002-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x527.jpg)
![Cozy living room with floor-to-ceiling windows, stone fireplace, and pendant lights.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/003-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x718.jpg)
![Cozy dining space with sleek wooden furniture, pendant lighting, and snowy forest view.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/004-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x1574.jpg)
![Expansive floor-to-ceiling windows frame a scenic mountain landscape. Sleek modern furnishings and statement lighting define the interior.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/005-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x788.jpg)
![Modern, open-concept living area with large windows showcasing snowy mountain landscape.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/006-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x700.jpg)
![Spacious modern kitchen with stone fireplace, large windows, and wooden flooring.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/007-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x788.jpg)
![Sleek, contemporary kitchen with stone accent wall, wood paneling, and modern pendant lights.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/008-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x700.jpg)
![A modern, minimalist interior with large windows, wood paneling, and stone walls.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/009-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x1573.jpg)
![Spacious, modern bedroom with large windows offering panoramic mountain views, cozy textures.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/010-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x717.jpg)
![A modern, minimalist bathroom with a freestanding tub, vanity, and glass shower enclosure.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/012-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x700.jpg)
![Sleek, modern architecture with wood and glass elements against a snowy landscape.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/018-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x700.jpg)
![A modern, multi-story house with glass walls and a sleek, contemporary design nestled in a snowy landscape.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/021-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x701.jpg)
![Sleek, modern alpine-inspired cabin with expansive glass walls and warm interior lighting.](http://i.homeadore.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/023-grande-terre-blending-style-with-nature-in-wyoming-1050x699.jpg)
About Grande Terre
An Architectural Symphony in Wood and Glass
In Teton County, Wyoming, the harmony of architecture and nature culminates in Grande Terre, a creation of Farmer Payne Architects. Designed in 2023, this contemporary residence captures the essence of Jackson Hole’s scenic beauty. The residence’s exterior, a remarkable interplay of cedar cladding and Loewen windows, embraces the rugged environment, providing a serene gateway to the grandeur of the Teton Range.
Elegant Interiors Immersed in Natural Splendor
Step inside, and the cohesive design narrative unfolds with a living room bathed in natural light, magnifying the splendid mountainous backdrop. Here, comfort meets class; a sleek fireplace complements the high ceilings, offering warmth and visual anchor. Next, the dining area presents itself as a modern alcove where towering windows provide an uninterrupted dialogue with the Snake River’s serpentine flow.
As we transition into the kitchen, the innovative split-level design is on full display. The open-plan space boasts an elegant culinary stage set with state-of-the-art appliances and a central island, inviting social cooking experiences. Notably, the expansive windows also connect the inhabitants with the landscape, making meal preparation an immersive event.
Private Quarters: A Retreat of Tranquility
The master bedroom is a sanctuary, crafting a serene space where the outdoors seem to be an extension of the room, thanks to strategic framing of the scenic vistas. Descending into the bathroom, luxury meets serenity, featuring a minimalist design that celebrates clean lines, a freestanding tub, and a discreet nod to nature with slate grey tones.
In conclusion, Grande Terre stands as a testament to Farmer Payne Architects’ ingenuity, overcoming Teton’s challenging topography to deliver a home that is both an aesthetic marvel and a fortress against the elements. This house is not merely a structure; it’s a dialogue with the landscape, promising residents an experience that is as breathtaking as the views it so elegantly frames.
Photography by Krafty Photos
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