Modern kitchen with wood cabinets, a large island with black seating, built-in appliances, and expansive windows offering a view of hills and trees.

Caminito Nevado

The home at Caminito Nevada is a one-of-a-kind architectural gem, thoughtfully designed in harmony with the site’s dramatic topography and location. Nestled in the foothills of the Sangre de Cristo Mountains, just minutes from Santa Fe’s Ski Basin, the residence embraces the challenges and opportunities of its hillside setting and zoning constraints.

In collaboration with architect Andrea Caraballo, the design traces the land’s natural contour lines, carefully respecting the 30% slope limitations imposed by county zoning. This approach allows the home to both honor the terrain and capture the sweeping, unobstructed views of cliffs, valleys, and mountains—framed like living works of art within expansive glass walls. Each room offers its own breathtaking perspective, blending the grandeur of the outdoors with the comfort of home.

That comfort is elevated by high-performance insulation and an advanced HVAC system, ensuring a warm retreat in winter and a cool refuge in summer. Generous covered patios extend the living spaces outdoors, offering shade from the desert sun while providing shelter from winter winds and snowfall.

Inside, the home’s interiors are defined by a refined, minimalist aesthetic—crisp white plaster walls, clean lines, and raw steel accents. Custom cabinetry, handcrafted doors, and bespoke railings complete the composition, resulting in a truly unique residence that exemplifies the artistry and quality of Palo Santo Designs’ custom home portfolio.
Photo credit: Robert Reck
Concrete stairs with a metal handrail lead to a modern building with beige walls, minimalist planters, and a skylight above. Blue sky with clouds in the background.
Modern house entrance with a concrete planter, rain chain, glass door, and surrounding natural vegetation.
Modern living room with a gray sectional sofa, black floor lamp, fireplace, and large windows overlooking outdoor scenery; a hallway leads to other rooms.
Modern bathroom with a freestanding bathtub, large window, rainfall shower, towel rack, and a small plant on a wooden stool.
Modern bathroom with double sinks, two rectangular mirrors, vertical wall lights, floating wood vanity, frosted glass door, and a window providing natural light.
A modern bedroom with a neatly made bed, textured gray blanket, patterned pillow, artwork above the headboard, large windows, an armchair, and a view of trees outside.
Modern kitchen with a large island, gas stove, bar stools, living area, and floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking a scenic outdoor view.
Modern open-plan living room with minimalist decor, light wood cabinetry, gray sofas, built-in bench nook, wall-mounted TV, and abstract art on the wall.
Modern kitchen with wood cabinets, large windows showing a scenic view, an island with bar stools, and a range hood over the stove. A vase with flowers sits on the island.
Modern open-concept living room and kitchen with neutral tones, contemporary furniture, large windows, and minimalist decor.
Modern open-plan kitchen and dining area with light wood cabinets, large windows showing mountain views, a long table with black chairs, and a gray sofa in the foreground.
Modern bathroom with a floating wood vanity, rectangular vessel sink, oval mirror, two wall sconces, towel, and artwork reflected in the mirror.
Modern bathroom with a floating wood vanity, oval mirror, vertical light fixture, large window, and a walk-in shower with dark tile walls.
Modern house with a beige exterior and a wooden deck overlooking a forested hillside under a blue sky with scattered clouds.
A modern house balcony with metal railings overlooking a green, mountainous landscape under a clear blue sky.
Modern outdoor patio with a dining table set for four, a built-in stainless steel grill, and views of trees and hills through glass windows and doors.
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