Caju

Caju began when a young family based in Miami sought a serene retreat at the base of Jackson Hole Mountain Resort. With roots in Brazil and a deep appreciation for the outdoors, they envisioned an intimate and welcoming house where their family and occasional guests could connect and unwind. Their brief emphasized living simply—a home designed for the essentials rather than excess—grounded in practicality and natural materiality.

Located on one of the last undeveloped parcels in Teton Village, the site is defined by dense timber, rugged topography, and striking views of the Snake River Valley and surrounding peaks. The heavily wooded and boulder-strewn lot required a sensitive design approach, minimizing tree removal and site disturbance. The resulting structure is both embedded in and hovering above the landscape, with a compact footprint and an elevated bedroom wing supported by slender columns that touch the hillside lightly. This approach preserves the integrity of the terrain while offering heightened perspectives of the area’s natural splendor. Outdoor spaces, including a rear metal grate deck that encircles a pair of aspen trees and a front deck extending from the kitchen offering prospecting valley views, further enhance the home’s integration with its environment.