HIDEOUT INTERIOR

Project Description

The interior design of this two story residence in Utah can be described as country minimalism, a refined balance between warmth and restraint. The space is shaped by contrasting tones of natural wood veneer, smooth and textured stone surfaces, two functional fireplaces, and expansive views of rolling hills and the lake. A spacious and highly functional layout ties all elements together into a harmonious composition.

The entry foyer is defined by a sculptural partition with a rotating element. It separates the dining area without fully enclosing it, preserving visual connections to the living room and the surrounding landscape. Storage is thoughtfully integrated on both sides of the entrance, as a freestanding unit and built in cabinetry beneath the staircase. A subtle gap near the pivoting partition highlights a stone pedestal with integrated lighting. The stone used on the exterior facade transitions into the interior in a more decorative expression. Travertine becomes a unifying material throughout the home.

Behind the accent wall, a walk in pantry is discreetly concealed. The kitchen cabinetry is finished in light toned veneer, while the island and backsplash feature Taj Mahal quartzite paired with travertine. A distinctive detail is the use of chamfered corners in the kitchen geometry. This non traditional solution adds depth and complexity to the minimalist aesthetic. To the right of the main working area is the guest bathroom. Its door is seamlessly integrated into the kitchen façade and, when open, appears as a full height portal aligned with the bathroom window.

The staircase becomes a central architectural feature. The first step is finished in textured travertine, while the remaining structure combines two tones of wood, warm light and anthracite brown. Adjacent to the staircase is a double height space that allows a continuous light surface to visually unite both floors. Two symmetrical sculptural artworks emphasize this vertical connection on the first and second levels.

Opposite the kitchen are the living and dining areas. Above the dining table, the ceiling subtly lowers, forming a monolithic volume aligned with the axes of the double height space. Nearby stands a decorative shelving unit made of split face travertine. The space feels intimate yet open due to the decorative partition and its rotating element. The fireplace composition combines dark veneer with contrasting travertine textures. The television is recessed into a niche so that the volume above the firebox maintains a strong architectural presence.

The main space on the second floor is a family lounge. The primary wall finish throughout the home is light decorative plaster. On the second floor, the flooring is natural wood parquet, while on the first floor wood is applied to the ceiling, creating a unified structural expression. Near the staircase, a slight wall offset allows for veneered panels with chamfered edges, turning this transition into an accent feature. The sofa is positioned centrally, with a lounge area by the windows and a television zone opposite. The television can remain visible or be concealed behind slatted panels. From the sofa, a corner perspective opens toward the exterior through the office windows. The office is separated from the main space by transparent partitions, maintaining openness and visual continuity.

To the left of the fireplace, a full height pivot door in light veneer leads to the primary suite, accented by a sculptural handle. The suite includes a bedroom, walk in wardrobe, and bathroom connected by full height openings aligned with the bathroom window. The bed’s headboard wall is framed by windows on both sides, allowing it to be finished in travertine. Opposite the bed, aligned on the same axis, are the fireplace and a concealed television integrated into cabinetry. The presence of a door on this wall and the shifted bed placement result in a distinctive spatial composition. Chamfered fireplace edges echo the geometric language of the main living areas.