How do you design for a mountain hillside site?

We used a slope-sensitive layout with stepped foundations, retaining walls, and view-oriented rooms—allowing the home to nestle into the terrain while maximizing outlook and sunlight.

Is a hillside build more expensive?

It can be, due to grading, foundation engineering, and access. However, the return in privacy, views, and uniqueness often makes it worthwhile.

How do you build a home meant to last for generations?

We focus on timeless materials, adaptable floorplans, and a strong architectural foundation rooted in both the land and the family’s long-term vision.

What makes a home ideal for multigenerational living?

This custom mountain home includes flexible gathering spaces, separate bedroom wings, and thoughtful circulation to support privacy and connection across generations.

Hillside Legacy

New Construction

Jul 31

Written By Rachel Nagy

A95 | Project Summary

Tucked into a wooded Colorado hillside, this custom home was designed as a generational retreat. The elevated mountain cabin style pairs classic materials with timeless details, offering serenity, strength, and soul. Built to gather, grow, and stay for decades to come.

4000 SF

Evergreen, Colorado

Unison Builds

2.5 Years

Custom new construction mountain home in Evergreen, Colorado by NAGY Design, featuring rustic stonework, natural wood finishes, and panoramic views.

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Signature Design Process

- Site analysis
- Existing conditions
- Budgeting
- Code review
- Contractor interviews negotiation
- Basic design concept generation
- 1-2 Iterations on a theme design evolution
- Plan approval to move forward to construction documents
- Detailed drawings
- 1 Major edit allowed
- Finish selection
- Permit comments
- Minimum of 3-5 site visits during construction
- Ensure the follow-through of the original design intent

Architectural Services

Architectural Design & Planning

Site Analysis & Integration

Structural & Engineering Coordination

Exterior Design & Materials

Interior Layout & Features

Construction Support

Early construction phase of a custom mountain home in Evergreen, Colorado by NAGY Design, showcasing foundation piers, structural framing, and hillside terrain. — Exterior Construction Process

Framing stage of a custom mountain home by NAGY Design in Evergreen, Colorado, highlighting panoramic views of the Rockies through exposed beams and open floor plan. — Interior Construction Process

Front entry of custom-built mountain home in Evergreen, Colorado by NAGY Design, featuring timber-frame porch, stone columns, and native landscaping. — Final Exterior

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Common Questions

We used a slope-sensitive layout with stepped foundations, retaining walls, and view-oriented rooms—allowing the home to nestle into the terrain while maximizing outlook and sunlight.
It can be, due to grading, foundation engineering, and access. However, the return in privacy, views, and uniqueness often makes it worthwhile.
We focus on timeless materials, adaptable floorplans, and a strong architectural foundation rooted in both the land and the family’s long-term vision.
This custom mountain home includes flexible gathering spaces, separate bedroom wings, and thoughtful circulation to support privacy and connection across generations.