Set just below the crest of Reynolds Mountain, Summit Tower is a modern gabled residence shaped by long views, crafted materials, and a quiet dialogue with its ridge-top site. Composed as a series of stone and timber forms that nestle into the slope, the home reveals itself gradually—clean slate roofs, warm Shou Sugi Ban siding, and stacked Tennessee Crab Orchard stone establishing a restrained, contemporary mountain character.
A curated material palette brings texture and permanence to the design. Vermont bluestone slate roofs are edged with copper, while thermalized Pennsylvania bluestone accents anchor thresholds and walkways. Integrated gutters disappear into the stone masses, allowing the rooflines to remain crisp and uninterrupted. Aluminum-clad windows are proportioned to frame downtown Asheville and pull daylight deep into the plan.
Arrival occurs through a sheltered entry tucked between stone walls, where a custom-crafted door sets the tone for the home’s precision and warmth. Inside, gabled volumes open toward the views: the kitchen and dining room orient to the skyline, while a central chimney defines the den as a quiet, firelit retreat. The primary suite occupies its own wing, offering long, uninterrupted views across the valley.
Native plantings, sage-filled terraces, and an exposed aggregate auto court complete the composition, tying the architecture back to the slope. Summit Tower stands as a refined, site-driven residence—modern, enduring, and deeply attuned to its mountain setting.
Throughout the home, daylight and long views shape the experience of each space. Textured materials, crafted details, and a restrained palette reinforce the calm, modern character of this ridge-top residence.
