Lazy Marmot

Modern Farmhouse | Single-Family Residence

Eagle County, Colorado

Where Modern Design Meets Rural Simplicity

Set against the open landscapes of Eagle County, Lazy Marmot reimagines the modern farmhouse for today’s Colorado lifestyle. Designed by Z Group Architecture & Interior Design, this 3,218-square-foot residence combines clean, contemporary lines with the warmth and familiarity of traditional rural architecture.

Expansive lift-and-slide doors dissolve boundaries between indoor and outdoor living, connecting an open-plan entertaining area to a generous back porch framed by mountain views. A stone fireplace anchors the heart of the home, while vaulted ceilings and an interior palette of natural materials and soft textures create a sense of openness and calm.

Contemporary home nestled at the base of Shadow Mountain in Aspen, Colorado, illuminated against the twilight sky with its modern glass façade and terraced landscape design.

A Home Built for Connection

The main house features four bedrooms, three baths, and a two-car garage, paired with a detached two-bedroom ADU above an additional garage. Together, they form a small family compound on a 1.459-acre lot within a 10-acre planned development in Willits.

Inside, the interior architecture encourages gathering and flow, with natural oak floors, soft finishes, and large windows that invite daylight and pastoral mountain vistas into every room. A cozy upstairs media room offers retreat, while the open kitchen and living areas foster connection.

Inspiration and Design Approach

The homeowners came to the table with a clear vision: a modern farmhouse that felt inviting, connected, and deeply personal. Inspired by their own images and ideas, the design celebrates simplicity, natural light, and honest materials that resonate throughout the interiors.

“This was a style we don’t often work in at Z Group, so it was a fun challenge,” shared Project Manager Katie Hmielowski. “It opened us up to a new design language and a new audience.”

From the welcoming front porch to the sunlit great room lined in warm wood and light tones, every interior detail was crafted to balance contemporary clarity with relaxed country character.

Lazy Marmot stands as a soulful example of how interior and architectural design can honor traditional forms while embracing a refined, modern mountain lifestyle. Its completion marked a meaningful milestone for the Z Group team—proof that design rooted in collaboration, authenticity, and landscape awareness resonates deeply with both clients and community.