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The family cat, Chewbacca, enjoys a moment of sun in one of the glassed-in breezeways. Architect Gregory Katz employed elements of modernism, including extensive glazing, concrete framing, and a flat roof.

The floor of the conversation pit is custom-treated wood for outdoor use, installed by Silver Fern Timber Construction.

A club from the Fiji islands is mounted on the wall of the fireplace that divides the living and dining rooms. The dining room—furnished with two Cab chairs by Mario Bellini for Cassina, a pair of Cowhorn chairs by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hansen, the Barcelona Table by Mies van der Rohe for Knoll, and a Y61 stool by Alvar Aalto for Artek—has no windows, but lightwells on either side of the chimney provide brightness. Another design by Wegner, the Chair, peeks out from the dining room.

“There’s something about it that feels very contextual to where it is—on a little teeny hill, looking out over the Dry Creek Valley, and there’s nothing else artful around,” says Louis.

The guest room dials things up with an outrageous feature fabric, hung over the windows and at the head of the open Resource Furniture wall bed: “It’s like the rainbow flip-flops of the space,” laughs Maggio.

“Everything needed to be approachable and simple,” says Hilary. “The house reflects who we are.”

Architect Merritt Amanti Palminteri reinvented her family home to add volume, flow, and infinite charm without changing the footprint.

Located three miles outside of Santa Fe, the sprawling estate comes with thriving gardens, lush landscaping, and multiple shaded areas.

Located three miles outside of Santa Fe, the sprawling estate offers a convenient desert escape, complete with thriving gardens, lush landscaping, and multiple shaded areas.

The main residence is filled with original details, including the post-and-beam ceiling, large fireplace, and built-in shelving awaiting in one of the living rooms.

Another fireplace can be found in the primary bedroom on the upper level, which also features a large ensuite bath.

The estate offers multiple covered outdoor spaces for casual entertaining. Both the Greenhouse and Conference Center are located just a short walk away.

In the daytime, the Polygal system pulls in soft, natural light, while at night there are a rainbow of options. "It has a beautiful quality of natural light during the day—plus it manages UV rays and privacy, and controls glare," says Lori.