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Ofland Escalante: Exploring the Casual Luxury of Custom Cabins

A collection of modern, minimalist cabins with dark exterior cladding and solar panels.

Ofland Escalante, a captivating hotel project designed by ANACAPA Architecture, offers a unique retreat in the heart of Utah, United States. Blending seamlessly with the stunning natural landscape, this 17-acre destination encourages guests to immerse themselves in the beauty of the high desert plateau.

The design emphasizes a warm, casual ambiance, with custom-designed cabins featuring glass walls that invite the stunning Escalante vistas inside. Complemented by amenities like a clubhouse, pool, and spa-quality bathhouse, Ofland Escalante captures the romance of the American West, providing a modern yet authentic experience for all who seek to connect with the great outdoors.

MapleHaus: Sustainable Architecture in the High Desert of Utah

A modern, wooden cabin-style structure nestled among lush, forested hills.

KLIMA architecture‘s latest residential design, MapleHaus, is a captivating example of energy-efficient living in Park City, United States. This 2500 sq ft house, completed in 2021, features 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, seamlessly blending modern design with Passive House building principles. Clad in weathering Corten steel, the home’s exterior will gracefully age over time, offering a high fire rating in the high desert mountain environment. With a focus on maximizing livable space and minimizing waste, the project’s innovative 12’x12′ grid system and material palette exemplify the architectural firm’s commitment to sustainable, thoughtful design.

Axboe House: Sustainable Mountain Living in Park City

A modern, wooden-paneled mountain home with large windows and a balanced, sleek design.

Situated in the heart of Park City, Utah, the Axboe House is a stunning architectural marvel designed by the renowned KLIMA Architecture firm. This contemporary family home seamlessly blends into the picturesque mountain landscape, offering a harmonious connection to the surrounding natural environment. With a focus on energy efficiency and thoughtful spatial planning, the Axboe House showcases the designer’s commitment to creating a functional and visually captivating living space that caters to the needs of its four-person occupants.

Crest Haus: Exploring KLIMA’s Modern Mountain Retreat

FeaturedA modern wooden cabin nestled in a forested landscape, featuring a sharp angled roof and concrete steps leading up to the entrance.

Designed by the acclaimed KLIMA architecture firm, the Crest Haus in Park City, United States, is a stunning example of modern, efficient living. This 2020 house project features 14-inch thick walls that protect the family retreat, situated amidst the breathtaking vistas of the Uinta and Oquirrh mountain ranges. Driven by the idea of a structure bending to the will of strong gusts, the geometric cube design is given a sculptural twist, clad in cedar siding to seamlessly integrate with the surrounding woods.

Emigration Creek Residence: Crafting Concrete Elegance

FeaturedEmigration Creek Residence: Crafting Concrete Elegance

In Salt Lake City’s serene suburbs, Emigration Creek Residence stands as a modern marvel by Sparano + Mooney Architecture, offering a symphony of natural sounds and robust safety against nature’s unpredictability.

Designed with precision to honor the adjacent Emigration Creek and the seismic whispers of the Wasatch Fault, this residence merges sustainability with luxury. High-end finishes and cutting-edge technology, including a solar panel array and Tesla batteries, round out this home’s appeal, making it a modern sanctuary amidst Utah’s captivating landscape.

St. Joseph the Worker: A Sustainable Sanctuary in Utah’s Heartland

St. Joseph the Worker: A Sustainable Sanctuary in Utah’s Heartland

Welcome to a riveting exploration of St. Joseph the Worker – a remarkable 23,000 square foot Catholic church tucked away in the tranquil city of West Jordan, Utah. The mastermind behind this contemporary architectural marvel is none other than the acclaimed Sparano + Mooney Architecture.

A reflection of Utah’s historic mining and construction lineage, this award-winning edifice harmoniously combines refurbished elements of a pre-existing structure with novel steel, copper, and hand-crafted wood features. Ingenious use of local materials, such as clear-milled cedar and flat-seam copper panels, showcase the laborer’s transformation of raw matter, revealing an exquisite narrative of craft and method. This sustainable masterpiece, aiming for LEED Silver certification, stands as a testament to the parish’s devotion to both social and environmental ethics.

Wabi-Sabi Residence: Marrying Contemporary Design and Japanese Aesthetics

Wabi-Sabi Residence: Marrying Contemporary Design and Japanese Aesthetics

Introducing the Wabi-Sabi Residence – a stunning example of contemporary architecture by Sparano + Mooney Architecture, nestled in the breath-taking Emigration Canyon, above Salt Lake City, Utah. This exceptional house, designed in 2022, masterfully embraces the ancient Japanese philosophy of ‘wabi-sabi’ – an aesthetic of simplicity and appreciation of the beauty in the imperfect and transient.

With this residence, you’ll get to experience an elevated living with a rare and direct connection to nature, all while enjoying a design that’s as environmentally-conscious as it is visually striking.

Horizon Neighborhood: Sustainable Living on Powder Mountain

Horizon Neighborhood: Sustainable Living on Powder Mountain

Welcome to Horizon Neighborhood, a breathtaking and innovative community nestled at 9,000 feet elevation on Powder Mountain, Utah. Designed by Mackay-Lyons Sweetapple Architects, this unique neighborhood consists of 30 custom cabins, embodying a perfect blend of unity and variety.

As an architectural expression of Summit Series’ values, Horizon is more than just a ski resort – it’s a haven for entrepreneurs and creatives working together to address global challenges. Discover the beauty and ingenuity of Horizon Neighborhood, where nature, design, and community converge.