This exceptional, brand new, never occupied home truly blends the very best of indoor and outdoor living in the coveted setting of Bragg Creek - setting a new and befitting standard for the area, offering a world class design & comfortable living experience in a serene forest/mountain setting unlike anything else. This remarkable custom-designed modernist home, which seamlessly connects to its surroundings of tranquil forest & quiet meadows, is located in one of Western Canada's best kept secrets just minutes from the Rocky Mountains & nestled in a corner of the thriving hamlet Bragg Creek. The main living space, with generous windows on all sides, offers stunning forest views & a harmonious indoor-outdoor living experience. The open layout features soaring Douglas Fir beams, solid red oak flooring & full-height windows that allow natural light to flood the interiors. The semi-enclosed courtyard acts as a sun-catch with a wraparound deck & three paper-birch trees, making it a perfect spot for both relaxation & social gatherings. The front covered porch, accessed from the living room, has a clear roof, natural gas connection & can easily be enclosed for added versatility of a connected greenhouse, or an elegant extended living space. The north deck, accessed from the kitchen, provides a shady, private outdoor space with a BBQ hookup & large backyard access. Inside, the home exudes a rustic “modern cabin” feel, with Douglas Fir cabinetry, a gas fireplace, & white quartz countertops. A thoughtful media/flex or guest room boasts corner windows & a sliding door for sunlight & courtyard views, creating a bright & inviting space. The cozy home office offers a serene forest view with a desk-height window, providing a peaceful workspace. The combined mud/laundry room include a washer & dryer, ample butcher block counters, over 10 feet of closets & a second fridge/freezer, ensuring plenty of storage & convenience. Two large bedrooms upstairs feature vaulted ceilings & spacious closets, providing comfortable & private retreats. The primary suite offers a walk-in closet, king bed capacity, forest views, a custom vanity, a freestanding tub & heated en suite floors, creating a luxurious & relaxing oasis. The exterior features deep blue fibre-cement siding complemented by clear coated batu trim, blending seamlessly with the natural surroundings. Triple-glazed windows, an R42 insulated roof & an energy-efficient HRV ensure comfort, sustainability & efficiency. The property is equipped with a 200-amp electrical service, ready for an EV charging station & the hail-resistant asphalt shingle roof is prepared for solar panels. Only a short walk to the Elbow River, cafe's, restaurants & artisan shops. Ideally close to hiking/biking trails for those that want a connection with the beauty of 4 season nature enjoyment without compromise. This is a once in a lifetime opportunity, all thoughtfully curated by an award winning architect. PLEASE SEE THE DIGITAL FLIP-BOOK FOR FULL DETAILS!
Designed by award winning architect Martin P. Jones
Completely custom and unique
The interior spaces of the house are connected to the surrounding forest and meadow areas in a direct and nuanced way
The entire home is designed to completely complement the site.
The house is clad fibre-cement siding (HardiPlank) in a deep blue colour so that it sits quietly in the forest surroundings.
The courtyard provides a semi-enclosed outdoor room that is sheltered from winds
Virtually Staged Inner Courtyard suitable for social gatherings
Virtually Staged Living Area
A gas fireplace mounted at midpoint, surrounded by textural porcelain tile extending to the ceiling and flanked by wood slatted wall sconces.
The interior spaces of the house are connected to the surrounding forest, the covered porch is accessed directly from the south side of the glass living room wall.
Upon entry one can see through the home to the forest beyond.
Virtually Staged Living Area
Exposed Douglas Fir beams and wood ceilings that soar from 11’ at the front to 16’ in the living room, then drop to 9’ to form the ceiling of the Dining and Kitchen areas
16’ wide bi-parting patio door allows access to the inner courtyard
The inner courtyard is landscaped with a generous wraparound deck
Virtually Staged Inner Courtyard with three birch trees
Virtually Staged Living, Dining, Kitchen area with buffet area that transitions to form a window seat below a tall window
Virtually Staged Dining Area
Cabinetry is made from vertical grain fir
Countertops are white quartz and hardware is brushed nickel.
Large full height kitchen window provides serene views of the backyard forest
Virtually Staged Kitchen showcasing in-cabinet lighting, valence lighting under all kitchen and buffet upper cabinets
Generous amounts of daylight enters the entire main living space
The kitchen consists of variegated green wall tiles, stainless steel appliances, white quartz countertops, and exposed wood joists and ceilings
Virtually Staged North Deck leading to backyard with natural gas connection for a BBQ or heater
Sun soaked corridor that passes alongside the courtyard leads to powder room, home office, generous Media/Flex room, then to Laundry/Mudroom room that connects to the garage.
Main Level Two Piece Bathroom
Virtually Staged Home Office with window placed at desk height for perfect forest views while working.
Home Office unstaged
Virtually Staged Flex/Media Room with corner windows and sliding barn door
Flex/Media Room unstaged
Virtually Staged Laundry Room leading to garage with courtyard views
Mudroom features 10' of closets and a convenient bench area
A custom stair leads to the second floor and is constructed of vertical clear fir slats that form a screen and support each step.
Virtually Staged Upper Bedroom 1
Upper Bedroom unstaged
Virtually Staged Upper Bedroom 2
Both upper bedrooms are the same size with 10' vaulted ceilings, large windows and over 6' of closet space.
Spacious 3 piece bathroom with built-in fir shelving, custom vanity and recessed medicine cabinet.
Corridor overlooking inner courtyard leading to primary bedroom
Virtually Staged Primary Bedroom with large windows framing the tranquil forest setting
Virtually Staged Primary Bedroom
. A continuous band of windows along the 10’ vaulted ceiling provide views of treetops and sky.
Primary Ensuite with heated flooring, double vanity, tiled shower and free standing tub with forest views
Generous windows – one up at the ceiling; one just above the rim of the tub, provide lovely views out to the forest while having a soak.
Deep green tile helps tie it to the forest around
Primary Bedroom with full height views overlooking living room, front entry and courtyard. Privacy and separation from the rest of the house can be had by sliding the barn door closed.
Virtually Staged covered Front Patio provides shelter from rain and is complete with natural gas connection.
12 Spruce Avenue is one block and a world away from the main street of the hamlet but only a 5 minute walk from a great meal, cold beer or gourmet cup of coffee and a 2 minute walk to the banks of the Elbow River pathway system.
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