$2,375,000
In a town that has become the epitome of cowboy chic and whose most prosaic structures convey Spanish Pueblo Revival style, 18 Vista Hermosa is a standout. Designed and built by architect/builder, Rob Ritter, this home's sleek, rectilinear walls - not readily recognizable but unequivocally adobe - present a minimalist...
Neil Lyon
(505) 954-5505
In a town that epitomizes “cowboy chic,” this residence in the Tesuque hills is a standout. Designed and constructed by Robert Ritter, it boasts sleek rectilinear adobe walls and a minimalist interior that more closely resembles an urban museum than a Southwestern-style retreat. Glass walls frame priceless Jemez Mountain views and convey a dedication to simplicity. A striking grid motif recurs in square-cut ceiling beams, planks, and Indian sandstone floors; custom angular corbels; beeswax-burnished walls; Cubist-inspired nichos; an indoor fountain; and cabinets and doors of Philippine mahogany and African padauk wood. Such artistry creates a serene, refined, and impressively understated harmony. A rooftop mezzanine above the one-bedroom casita, a sweeping patio, and a courtyard with sculptures and a fountain afford vistas in four directions. This home is a unique experience, with every detail—from skylights to superbly wrought ironwork—crafted with exceptional artistry and integrity.