When a Chicago couple became grandparents, they decided their Utah retreat needed to evolve. They sold their Victory Ranch property and commissioned a custom home in nearby Kamas designed to host an expanding family while keeping the surrounding alpine panorama firmly in view.
The project, led by Jennelle Butera of Bloum Design Co., blends functional planning for multigenerational living with handcrafted details and materials that reflect the mountain setting. Rooms are arranged for gatherings large and small, and many finishes were sourced or made locally to give the house a distinct, personal character.
- Designer: Jennelle Butera, Bloum Design Co.
- Location: Kamas, Utah
- Size: Approximately 8,200 sq ft — five bedrooms, six bathrooms
- Design focus: Family-oriented layout, artisanal accents, connection to landscape
How the house answers a family’s needs
The brief was practical: create a home that can flex as grandchildren arrive, visits increase and different generations converge. Butera mapped circulation and storage so daily life stays organized, while multiple sitting areas allow for quiet and collective moments alike.
The result is a home that reads warm rather than formal. Large windows frame the mountains at nearly every vantage point, intentionally erasing the boundary between interior and exterior and turning the landscape into an everyday backdrop.
Craftsmanship and material choices
Rather than lean on off-the-shelf solutions, the design weaves in commissioned pieces and regional talent. A solid walnut dining table and hand-finished metalwork provide focal points that feel bespoke. Butera also specified finishes—oxidized rift oak cabinetry, a smoky tile backsplash and a custom gunmetal range hood—that create subtle contrasts throughout the home.
These materials are not purely aesthetic: limestone floors, a marble vanity top and a white oak bathroom cabinet were chosen to echo the alpine environment while offering durability for heavy use.
Public rooms built for hosting
The great room centers on sweeping panorama windows and layered seating aimed at lingering. In the dining area, a custom walnut table and mohair-upholstered chairs give dinners a grounded, tactile quality.
A compact breakfast nook with a built-in banquette serves both as a morning retreat and an informal workspace, reflecting how modern family homes blend leisure and function.
Kitchen and lower-level life
The kitchen balances dark and light tones: deep wood cabinetry set against a textured tile backsplash, topped by the custom metal hood that anchors the cook zone. Storage and appliance placement were planned to support both everyday cooking and larger-scale entertaining.
Downstairs, a family room and concealed bar increase the home’s flexibility. The bar’s low-profile design is meant to be practical and unobtrusive — useful for casual gatherings without interrupting the room’s relaxed vibe.
Private quarters and hospitality
The primary suite aims for calm and views. A soft, muted palette and a watercolor-inspired wallcovering create a restful atmosphere that extends into a boutique-style dressing area.
The primary bathroom reads like a private spa: abundant daylight, natural stone floors and custom millwork that translate the mountain palette into a comfortable daily ritual.
Guest rooms were treated with the same attention as the main suites. Colors and lighting were chosen to make visitors feel at ease, supporting the home’s role as a hospitable retreat for family reunions.
Why this matters now
As household needs shift, more homeowners are prioritizing designs that accommodate multigenerational living while preserving regional character. This Kamas home is an example of that trend: a large, well-organized footprint that still emphasizes craftsmanship, longevity and a strong visual connection to the outdoors.
Local sourcing and custom elements can raise initial costs, but they also create flexibility and durability that matter when a property is intended to host generations of gatherings.
About the designer
Jennelle Butera leads Bloum Design Co., a studio focused on collaborative, client-driven projects. Her approach emphasizes material storytelling and partnerships with artisans to produce homes that reflect both personality and place.
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