Aman 10 is a custom luxury residence within the exclusive Amangani Villas community in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, designed to embrace its steep mountainside setting through thoughtful site integration, timeless materials, and a seamless connection between indoor and outdoor living. Carefully nestled into the natural slope, the home demonstrates how architecture can respond to the landscape rather than compete with it, creating a residence that feels both sophisticated and inherently connected to its surroundings.

The home's design takes full advantage of the site's natural topography, capturing expansive views of the surrounding mountains while utilizing the hillside to create a naturally daylit lower level and manage stormwater runoff. A cascading series of living sod roofs follows the site's descending grade, allowing the residence to visually dissolve into the landscape while enhancing energy efficiency, reducing environmental impact, and preserving the natural character of the mountainside.

The architecture is composed of a series of distinct pavilions defined by elegant shed roofs, each expressing the primary living spaces within. Transitional spaces are unified beneath low-profile green roofs, creating a layered architectural composition that mirrors the contours of the hillside. This careful organization reinforces the relationship between the built environment and the surrounding landscape while establishing a dynamic rhythm across the home's exterior.

A refined palette of native sandstone, rich redwood, bronze, and expansive glazing creates a balance between warmth, permanence, and transparency. Slatted wood walls and doors filter natural light while preserving privacy, allowing the residence to maintain visual openness without sacrificing intimacy. The interplay between solid natural materials and transparent architectural elements creates a home that feels both grounded and light within its mountain setting.

Every interior space was designed to maintain a strong visual and physical connection to the outdoors. Floor-to-ceiling glass frames panoramic mountain views while filling the home with natural daylight, creating living environments that change beautifully with the seasons. Carefully crafted architectural details—including a sculptural curved slatted dining room wall and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling metal fireplace anchoring the great room—serve as signature design elements that enhance the home's contemporary mountain character.

Throughout the residence, meticulous craftsmanship is evident in every detail. Floating bathroom vanities, a custom wood-and-stone staircase, and a handcrafted granite kitchen sink reflect Ward Blake Architects' commitment to thoughtful design, material authenticity, and exceptional execution. These bespoke elements create a sense of understated luxury while celebrating the natural beauty of the materials themselves.

Outdoor living spaces are fully integrated into the architectural experience, extending the home's living areas into the surrounding landscape. A covered outdoor fireplace and gathering area mirror the warmth and comfort of the interior great room, creating inviting spaces for year-round entertaining and relaxation. A tranquil water feature flows alongside the primary suite, where sculptural "lily pad" stepping stones invite residents to engage directly with the landscape and reinforce the seamless transition between architecture and nature.

Sustainability is woven throughout the design through sensitive site planning, green roof technology, passive environmental strategies, and durable natural materials that require minimal long-term maintenance. By working with the site's natural grade rather than altering it, the residence minimizes its environmental footprint while maximizing comfort, energy performance, and visual harmony with the surrounding landscape.

Aman 10 embodies Ward Blake Architects' philosophy of creating luxury mountain homes that are deeply rooted in place. Through innovative site-responsive design, exceptional craftsmanship, sustainable building strategies, and a profound connection to the natural environment, the residence offers an elevated mountain living experience that is both timeless and uniquely suited to the spectacular landscapes of Jackson Hole.

Location

Jackson, Wyoming

Project Size

5,829 sq. ft.

Publications

2015 Green Building, Teton Style

2015 Big Sky Journal Home