The Art of Home and Garden

Photos by Altair Productions, LLC

There are handfuls of unique homes in the community, but this mid-century home is truly one of a kind. It reflects a harmonious relationship between indoors and outdoors with its profound garden, unique atrium and artistic details sprinkled throughout the property. 

Stepping into this home is synonymous with stepping inside an artist’s mind. The former residents are local artists who were heavily involved in the arts community and big contributors to the Idaho Falls Symphony and the Idaho Falls Arts Council. Over the years, this home was a hot spot for the local art community.

“Our community and our art scene were really enhanced by some of the fundraising that took place in this house,” realtor and longtime friend of the former owners, Abigail Martin, said. 

The home was built in 1969 and renovated in 2001, and as the owners sell the home, it marks the end of an era. The art of home and garden that’s reflected both inside and out of this home is impossible to deny.

When the owners purchased the home in the ’90s, they purchased the two lots in the back to expand the yard, and turned it into an oasis. 

The Habitat, as the owners called it, became a garden sanctuary filled with outdoor seating surrounded by trees, flower beds and art sculptures. “They love birds and wildlife and they viewed the additional green space as a sanctuary not only for themselves, family and friends, but for the wildlife,” said Abigail. 

While the outdoor oasis is a treasure, the true crown jewel of the home is the atrium with its 360-degree views of the main living area. “It’s such a unique design, and that’s what’s really cool about this house,” said Abigail.

The three sets of French doors leading into the atrium, natural sunlight and flowing water in a pond create a tranquil space inside the home. 

Inside of the home is a similar sanctuary that reflects an artist's life. It is filled with wood-beamed ceilings, three fireplaces, a renovated kitchen, a master suite, three bedrooms, a large basement and a home library.

While the property intertwines indoor and outdoor living, the inside intertwines a love for arts and literature.