The journey to creating this beautiful home began in a North Carolina neighborhood where the homeowners chose a striking corner lot with a unique blend of privacy and beauty. The builders at Bluestone Construction connected them with ACM Design, who would help realize the owners’ vision for a dream home.
“I can remember walking around the woods at the start of construction marking the important trees to preserve,” remembers Kevin Reed of Bluestone. “That’s a special time in the process—standing amongst trees that have stood for over a century, balancing preservation with the practical needs and safety of the home.”
This landscape came to frame a home that embodies a refreshing mix of styles and materials. The homeowners chose Buechel Fond du Lac Tailored Blend for the exterior because of its natural warmth. They spent time considering what color mortar would tie the materials together seamlessly—ultimately choosing a subtle mix of white mortar with white sand.
When it came to the choice between full-thickness and thin veneer stone, Reed explains that they used Buechel’s full-thickness stone to achieve proper water table proportions and support the brick. He praises the excellent work of the masons who performed the installation—in particular intricate cut limestone details like the arched entry and circular stone trim accenting windows. Reed notes that the use of natural stone is integral to the character of the home—adding a depth and timeless beauty that cannot be replicated with synthetic materials.
And the homeowners say that their experience with Buechel’s product has been outstanding—with quality and craftsmanship that exceeded expectations.
The contrast between the softer tones of the stone and darker accents of the roof, window framing, and sconces was inspired by the homeowners’ years of living in New York City where there is an ever-present juxtaposition of old industrial buildings alongside modern condominiums. They wanted to emulate this mix—striking a balance between traditional features along with sleek accents that would give the place a fresh feel.
