Contemporary Design Meets Rural Heritage | Black Fox Ranch

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Black Fox Ranch harmoniously blends natural and historical elements. Comprising the couple’s primary residence and a barn with stables, the property reflects the region’s rich history as a former cattle ranch, boasting features like century-old irrigation ditches and remnants of a 19th-century trapper’s cabin. The house design, inspired by the clients’ passion for wildlife and conservation, offers bright and airy spaces with panoramic views of the majestic Teton Mountains and the Gros Ventre Range. With natural materials such as cedar, steel, and concrete, along with finishes in white oak and cozy polished concrete floors, the residence provides an earthy and welcoming atmosphere. Additionally, the proximity of the barn and pastures ensures that horses are a constant presence, while the expansive outdoor area offers opportunities to enjoy the natural surroundings in every season of the year.

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Architects: CLB Architects
Photographs: Matthew Millman, Kevin Scott
Location: Jackson, Wyoming
Area: 6300 ft²
Year: 2020

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