Gradually transformed by architect/owner Juan Miró and his family, the Blue Ridge Trail Residence cleverly subverts the hallmarks of the typical American house.

Inside, dark wooden walls were replaced with pure white plaster, providing a clean backdrop for a collection of colorful artwork. Large, panoramic windows frame views of the various gardens and courtyards that ring the structure. In the kitchen, a modular system of sleek cabinetry conceals a variety of functions suited to the family's daily routine.

The front yard represents the most dramatic transformation. A large (and mostly unused) driveway was torn out, with the garage converted to a spacious family room with a guest loft. The front yard was enclosed with a low wall, providing privacy from the street and allowing for the addition of a rectangular pool dotted with stone pavers leading to the front door.