Following a comprehensive survey of the land, the owners enlisted architect Rick Wright of Oregon-based Wright Design Studio and designer Julie Hawkins of Napa Valley’s Hawkins Interiors to lead the architecture and interior design, respectively. They came armed with a detailed vision board that included a fishing pond, glamping grounds, a party barn to host as many friends as possible, and – last but not least – a private residence set apart from the other areas. Hawkins approached the home with the same reverence she would bring to a luxury resort, weaving comfort and sophistication into every corner while ensuring the structure remained deeply attuned to its rugged, high-desert surroundings. “Often windy and with frequent shifts in the climate, the interior spaces are meant to feel like a warm hug, inspiring one to curl up on the couch with a blanket while taking in the breathtaking views,” she says.The owners and Hawkins prioritised local partnerships, collaborating with a finish carpenter on hardwood flooring and intricate woodwork, a concrete fabricator for the countertops and cabinetmakers for all the custom casework – each sourced from within the area. Along the way, the owners’ wish list took on a life of its own, growing to accommodate an elevated bunk room that sleeps up to eight guests, a locker-room-style bathroom ideal for game nights, and a game room outfitted with a billiards table, ping pong, cards and a vintage arcade-style Pac-Man game.
