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Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

On the exterior, vertical Kebony wood rainscreen cladding was utilized for its rapid-growth potential and ability to patina. A key detail of the exterior design includes the board-formed concrete pattern that aligns perfectly with the cladding above.

Photo credit:
Matt Winquist Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The natural wood and concrete palette of the exterior is carried into the interior detailing.

Photo credit:
Matt Winquist Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

An upstairs hallway features refined oak millwork and a dramatic floor-to-ceiling pocket door that incorporates storage space and display niches.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

A clear shift in volumes occurs at the location of the Wasatch Fault, which runs directly beneath the home.

Photo credit:
Matt Winquist Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The home features a minimal yet striking contrasting palette of concrete, utilized on the floors, blackened steel on the hearth beyond, oak for the ceilings and doors, and white gallery walls.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

Sitting area with views of the surrounding landscape.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

Detail of the fireplace in the sitting area featuring an elegant material palette.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The dramatic kitchen continues the streamlined palette and features Wolf and Sub-Zero appliances.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The home’s open floor plan allows for a seamless flow among the kitchen, dining room and sitting area.

Photo credit:
Matt Winquist Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The subtlety of the oak wood on the ceiling and millwork contrasts with – yet compliments – the dusky tones of the hood vent and backsplash.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

View of the kitchen from the dining room. The kitchen design incorporates a Sub-Zero refrigerator, freezer and wine fridge columns.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

Large windows with operable openings throughout the home provide natural light, ventilation, and views and sounds of nature.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

Generous views of the site’s mature foliage are visible from each of the home’s rooms, for all family members to enjoy.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

A prominently-placed skylight and underlit cabinetry bring diffused illumination into the bathroom.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The accessible walkout lower level features a kitchenette that is currently an entertaining amenity, but could also fully serve this space if converted into a separate apartment for aging-in-place.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

Several of the pieces in the homeowners’ art collection were sourced from galleries in Helper, Utah – the site of an emerging, underground art scene.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The sophisticated elegance of the home is captured in a view of the entryway.

Photo credit:
Lucy Call Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The organization of the home on the site was established to capture the sound and view of the creek through an “L” shaped configuration.

Photo credit:
Matt Winquist Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

Detail view of the rear volume and accessible lower level, which could convert into a private ADU.

Photo credit:
Matt Winquist Photography

Sparano + Mooney Architecture's Emigration Creek Residence is Uniquely Shaped by its Site
Sparano + Mooney Architecture

The distinctively-placed windows on the front façade make the home appear to glow at night.

Photo credit:
Matt Winquist Photography