Home Tour: Blue Mountain Oyster Homestead

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Welcome to the North Georgia Mountains where newcomers from all over the country and beyond are finding a balance of accessibility, nature and big city amenities. Full of great dining options, small shops and local charm, the city of Blue Ridge also boasts some of the best examples of modern mountain architecture and residential projects in rural areas all over America. Below is a home tour of one of these projects called the Blue Mountain Oyster Homestead.

At the entrance to this home, we see a modern elevation with rustic detailing that really encapsulates the idea of mountain living. Slate gray cladding, timber battens, and exposed stone columns come together to create a sleek design that sits comfortably in the nature that surrounds it.

The rear facade reveals a stunning triple-story home, with a multi-tiered design that allows for modern family living. Large feature windows occupy every level, flooding every part of the house with natural light.

Among the nature that surrounds this house, we see natural elements at every level of this design. An infinity pool is set within an exposed stone wall and finished with a waterfall feature, playing with the lines between wilderness and man-made.

The decking is punctuated with social spaces that allow these homeowners to entertain friends and family in style. This fire pit area creates the feeling of camping amidst the surrounding trees.

Away from the pool, you’ll find a beautiful outdoor dining space fitted with a top-of-the-range barbecue grill, perfect for entertaining all day long. This area sits above a lower terrace with a more laidback, boho aesthetic, with hammocks and rattan furniture creating a relaxing space.

Stunning accordion windows remove the divide between indoors and outdoors, allowing the interior kitchen to flow onto the terrace. Fitted with industrial accents, raw materials like steel lamps and rugged leather stools create a timeless modern look.

From inside the kitchen, these big accordion windows accentuate the incredible views on offer. Teal cabinets, high-end steel appliances, and a beautiful farmhouse sink mingle rustic with contemporary for a kitchen that will never go out of style.

A breakfast nook flooded with natural light brings the diner booth aesthetic into this home in a stylish way. With exposed wood and black steel finishings, this bespoke feature creates the perfect space to enjoy a morning cup of coffee on a rainy day.

Exposed wooden beams flow through the design of this home, drawing the eyes upwards and accentuating the rustic charm of this stunning kitchen. Those subtle industrial accents we saw on the terrace are carried inside, with pendant lighting and leather stools warming up the more modern kitchen fittings.

This is a true chef’s kitchen, with clean lines and high-end appliances perfect for cooking meals for the whole family. Contrasting teal cabinets below the countertops with clean white fixtures above helps lift this area and create a sense of height.

Rustic farmhouse meets modern living in the decor of this kitchen. Accents like raw wooden shelving and exposed beams come together with polished quartz countertops and sleek cabinet finishings for a clean but cozy aesthetic.

The open floor plan with a double-height dining area floods the space with natural light. An overlarge dining table below contemporary pendant lighting creates a strong central feature for family meals or social occasions.

The floor plan allows free-flowing movement through the space, with only an open fireplace feature separating the dining and living rooms. White brick and cabinets are contrasted by timber shelving and exposed beams, creating a farmhouse feeling within this modern space.

The living space continues this path of rustic detailing with a modern edge, playing with hard and soft textures. The burnt umber leather couch is accented by a modern sharp marble and steel coffee table, while cozy accents and ornaments make it feel personal to the homeowners.

Decorative elements throughout the home play with geometric shapes, creating symmetrical views for all angles. Minimalist shapes, matching light fittings, and contrasting light and dark tones create a sense of balance.

An industrial stairwell design throughout the home plays with light as it filters through the space. Coming together with abstract art pieces, this area gives a touch of midcentury modern to the home.

Upstairs, a beautiful open landing creates a walkway between the upper rooms. Clean lines and blond wood are accented with rustic, western-style pieces like barn doors and an antler chandelier, warming up an otherwise hard aesthetic.

In the master bedroom, steel-framed screens and windows continue the modern industrial look, while wooden accents via the sliding barn door and exposed beams mirror the shiplap details that clad the home’s exterior. Textiles in varying textures, prints, and patterns layer up to create a soft, inviting space.

The master bathroom has a clean and contemporary design that continues with contrasting white walls and black steel accents. Sleek mahogany paneling adds color and texture that mimics the barn door entryway, bringing the rooms together.

The second bedroom brings together industrial elements with a few feminine touches. Modern geometric bedside tables and Edison bulb sconces are contrasted by soft textiles and chic vases for a cool but comfortable space.

The second bathroom also incorporates black steel fixtures, but it works in more textural detail using wallpaper and creative tiling. Raw wooden cabinets finish the room with a rustic edge.

In the children’s playroom, color and pattern come together in a light-hearted and fun design. Creative paintwork shines through in the two-tone walls and beautiful sliding doorway, while adorable stuffed animals take pride of place above the window. A bubble-like light fitting is a playful finish that brings the room together.

Learning and creative play collide in this room, with space for all kinds of activities for young children. Simple paintwork is accented by the area rug’s rich pattern and texture, while decorative accents and beautiful illustrations add playful detail.

A small studio apartment within this home leaves room for guests. This space contrasts the rustic industrial aesthetic of the main house, abandoning black steel for a lighter, brighter look. Neutral tones and wooden elements remain, keeping up with the warm modern style that feels comfortable and inviting.

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Photo by State and Season

For more information about this home, you can view its listing with Harry Norman Realtors.

Photo by State and Season

Photo by State and Season.

Photo by State and Season.

Photo by State and Season.

Photo by State and Season.

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