The aptly named "STELLA LUNA" is a star gazer's paradise. Custom A-Frame home design
Words by Jack Baldwin
Photos by Kalyn Kight
Architectural designs by James Knight of Reynard Custom Homes
Stella Luna: A Modern Mountain Escape
Nestled in the breathtaking Great Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, "Stella Luna"—one of Reynard's custom A-frame home designs—offers a peaceful retreat and a stargazer's paradise. Surrounded by sweeping views, this cozy cabin effortlessly blends modern aesthetics with rustic charm, creating a playful yet grounded connection to nature.
A Bold First Impression
Stella Luna's striking A-frame silhouette immediately captivates with its clean, angular design and expansive glass windows that blur the line between indoors and out. The black wood siding paired with a sleek black metal roof offers a subtle yet elegant contrast to the surrounding natural beauty, creating a contemporary profile that remains harmonious with its environment. Stella Luna embodies a perfect balance of bold design and serene mountain living.
A Harmony of Materials
Every aspect of Stella Luna was designed in partnership with Reynard's client with the intention of bring guidance and creativity while capturing the vision for the home. From the black metal siding paired against warm wooden elements to the live-edge countertops and textured lighting, the materials tell a story of balance and modern sophistication.
Bringing the Outdoors In
The large triangular windows are more than just a design statement—they frame the Smoky Mountains as living art. The geometric glass work in the trademark A-Frame of the home allows ample light into the interior while enabling a seamless connection to the outdoors. As the seasons change, Stella Luna transforms, offering a year round front-row seat to the stars above.
A Deck Designed for Relaxation
Step outside onto the wooden deck, where modern living meets tranquil mountain serenity. The deck offers plenty of peaceful spaces for relaxation. Whether it's a quiet moment with a book and a drink or an evening with friends, Stella's deck provides the perfect setting. Open doors can blend the boundaries between indoor and outdoor making the wrap around deck area an extension of the home's living quarters.
Playful Seating and Unique Details
One of Stella Luna's most charming features is the swing-style seating at the bar. These handcrafted, live-edge wooden swings provide a playful and whimsical element to the outdoor "swing up" bar. They serve as seating and conversation pieces that enhance the home's fun, inviting atmosphere.
Hammock Retreats
What's better than relaxing in the mountains? Relaxing in one of two hammocks suspended from the sheltered patio ceiling. This cozy corner epitomizes leisure and invites you to slow down and soak in the mountain views. Look carefully and you just might meet a black bear roaming the mountainside.
Vaulted Ceiling Charm with Natural Light
This A-frame home showcases its architectural beauty with a vaulted pine ceiling, emphasized by exposed beams and natural wood tones. A circular chandelier with delicate globe lights serves as a striking focal point, while large triangular windows flood the space with sunlight and offer views of the surrounding landscape.
An Elevated Experience
Stella Luna embodies the perfect balance of luxurious modern living and rustic simplicity, making it a true gem in the Great Smoky Mountains. Whether enjoying the expansive deck, soaking in the hot tub, swinging at the bar, or unwinding in a hammock, this custom home invites you to connect with nature and embrace a slower pace. Stella Luna isn't just a home; it's an experience that you can have for yourself as the clients have made this home available as a year round rental.
Modern A-Frame Serenity
Elegant Kitchen Sink with a Scenic View
This thoughtfully designed kitchen combines functionality and style, featuring a stainless steel sink, brushed nickel hardware, and deep forest green cabinetry. The large windows provide a stunning view of the outdoor patio (and swing up bar) as well as a luscious view of the surrounding greenery, seamlessly blending indoor and outdoor living.
A-Frame Elegance with a Contemporary Chandelier
The stunning A-frame interior features warm wooden paneling and dramatic vaulted ceilings that emphasize its triangular architecture. A modern, multi-globe chandelier serves as the centerpiece, casting a soft glow and complementing the expansive windows that frame picturesque views of the surrounding forest.
Cozy Modern Bedroom Design
This minimalist bedroom features a warm wood headboard against a striking dark shiplap accent wall. Twin brass sconces provide soft lighting, while natural wood nightstands and neutral bedding create a serene and inviting atmosphere. Subtle decor touches, like potted greenery and a cozy throw, complete the cozy yet modern design.
This elegant bathroom combines contemporary design with natural elements, featuring dark shiplap walls, a terrazzo floor, and a striking walk-in shower with geometric tiles. A freestanding soaking tub sits by a frosted window, offering a perfect blend of privacy and natural light, while wood accents add warmth to the modern aesthetic.
The space includes a glass-enclosed shower with geometric tile, a sleek vanity with a marble countertop, and warm wood accents for a cozy yet sophisticated ambiance.
Cozy Corner Retreat
A serene nook perfect for relaxation, featuring a plush leather chaise, soft lighting, and modern wood accents. Ideal for unwinding with a book or enjoying a quiet moment.
Modern Rustic Kitchen Design
A stylish kitchen with deep green cabinets, a spacious white quartz island, leather barstools, and a striking modern chandelier. The wood-paneled ceiling and natural lighting add a warm, rustic touch to this contemporary design.
Modern Stairwell
This stairwell blends modern and rustic design elements, featuring sleek black metal railings and warm pine paneling on the walls and ceiling. A trio of globe pendant lights adds a contemporary touch, while a large window fills the space with natural light, creating a bright and inviting atmosphere.
Space to Breathe
Accented with warm timber tones, the outdoor patio creates a welcoming gathering space. Overhead, a wooden ceiling with woven pendant lights offers a cozy, intimate ambiance perfect for stargazing or enjoying the crisp mountain air. The rustic-meets-modern design ensures every detail is functional and beautiful.
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