What does it take to design and build a home where natural stone is a defining architectural element?

In this live case study, architect and designer Amy Conner-Murphy and builder Kevin Reed walk through the Lumière House, an award-winning French contemporary residence in Asheville, North Carolina that blends old-world masonry with modern form and light.

From massive stone exterior walls to carefully balanced material transitions, this project demonstrates how early decisions around stone shape everything that follows—from proportion and detailing to construction complexity and final execution.

You’ll hear directly from both the architect/designer and builder as they unpack:

• How traditional materials like stone and brick were used to create a chateau-like presence with contemporary clarity
• How large expanses of glass were balanced against heavy masonry to create contrast and cohesion
• How design intent was carried through construction without losing precision or quality
• Where collaboration between architect and builder was critical to achieving the final result
• What this project reveals about designing homes that feel both timeless and current

This is not a product presentation.
It’s a real project, broken down by the people who designed and built it.