Meanwhile in the Mountains

This six-bedroom, 5.5-bathroom residence perfectly blends contemporary elegance and rustic charm. The moment you step through the front door, you’re greeted by a harmonious marriage of natural materials, bold colors and textured surfaces. Samson has a keen eye for detail and a passion for sourcing unique pieces. She is renowned for her ability to create stylish and functional spaces. Her signature style is a mix of modern and vintage elements, with a focus on creating spaces that are both timeless and trendsetting – all evident in this project.

Park Meadows is one of Park City’s most sought-after residential neighborhoods, filled with large, pine tree-lined streets. Inspired by the whimsical beauty of the home’s surroundings and the client’s desire for a California-inspired aesthetic, Samson crafted a cozy and sophisticated space. The designer’s signature style is evident in every corner of the home.

“We aimed to create a home that feels tailored yet comfortable, a timeless home that has an undercurrent of craftsman style,” Samson shares. “Light colors, natural wood tones and a serene, welcoming and warm vibe.”

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The 18-month design process began with a deep dive into the client’s lifestyle and preferences, laying the foundation for the project. The young family, transplants from Northern California, desired a functional and stylish home. They sought a space to reflect the laid-back California lifestyle while embracing their new mountain life in Park City.

After Samson understood the family’s overall vision for the home, it was time to decide on the color palette. “We learned that light colors like soft blues and greens pulled from nature were something they loved and hoped to bring into the Park City home,” Samson says. “One of the very first design decisions I was passionate and excited about was to use a perfectly imperfect minty blue-green speckled, glazed brick as the backsplash throughout the kitchen and the butler’s pantry. This particular brick, by Clé Tile is called New California and is inspired by the California landscape and the mid-century craft movement.”

The incorporation of various wood finishes complemented the newly decided upon color palette and further enhanced the warm and inviting ambiance. Samson adorned the home with exquisite “jewelry” in the form of hardware, lighting fixtures, plumbing and art to elevate the space. These elements added a layer of luxury and rich sophistication to the home, tying everything together.

And in keeping with the theme of bringing California to Utah, Samson ensured the family would never truly leave it behind. The design team shipped and trucked an enormous amount of art and accessories from California to Park City, layering the home with vintage California studio pottery, new and old pieces of art and various other accessories.

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The heart of the home is undoubtedly the kitchen. The open-concept layout connects the kitchen to the dining area.

“Because most of the home’s first floor is an open floor plan, it was important to create smaller, more intimate spaces where our clients and friends could gather,” Samson explains. “The built-in banquette allows six or more to eat or lounge comfortably in a more relaxed setting.”

Samson is particularly enamored with the fabrics chosen for the upholstery in this area, especially the striped Zak + Fox fabric on the extra-long cushions and back pillows. These textiles, paired with the gorgeous dining light fixture—a stunning piece that is a mix of brass, leather, and green onyx are just a few examples of how she incorporated a mix of materials throughout the home.

“Mixing materials such as wood, metals, natural stone, wallpapers and various other textures makes a home layered and unique,” Samson says.

One of the most special rooms in the house is the clients’ baby nursery. They welcomed him during the project’s construction and Samson knew that this room had to be spectacular.

“I stumbled upon the mid-century Bill Hinz hooked wool tapestry when sourcing for art, and our clients instantly fell in love with it. This became the inspiration for the room” Samson recalls. “We then paired that piece with a wallpaper called Sunbird by These Walls. Within the somewhat retro abstract design, the paper has soaring birds and sunshine reminiscent of what one may find in California, or on a mountaintop in Utah.”

When initially sharing their vision for the home, the clients requested that Samson bring in as much light as possible. Despite the home’s initial darkness, she saw an opportunity to transform the space. Overcoming the challenge of limited natural light, she strategically added clerestory windows over the dining area, three windows along the primary bathroom wall and enlarged as many existing windows as possible.

Another challenge Samson was able to overcome was the tight timeline. The client was eager to move into their new home by the end of the year, and Samson’s team worked tirelessly to meet this ambitious deadline. “Like most projects, the timeline shifted for various reasons, often including weather delays,” she says. “We installed and photographed this home during a major snowstorm, which made for several unexpected challenges!”

Despite the trials, Samson and her team created a breathtaking sanctuary for a growing family. Her dedication and experience were instrumental in crafting a home that is not only stunningly beautiful but also livable and inviting.