This unique custom home designed by Bill Lobato was featured in the 1996 May/June issue of Salt Lake City Magazine. The home was specifically designed for Darwin and Gail Cudney's active lifestyle.

The Cudney's are among a growing number of residents who have adopted Grassy Meadows Sky Ranch, in Hurricane, Utah, as their home. They chose this area because of it's unique feature of being built around a 4,400-foot paved and lighted runway.

This added an additional challenge for Bill in incorporating an airplane hangar in with this southwest style of home.

The pine poles featured throughout the interior and exterior, and the one-of-a-kind hand carved entry door, add to the true southwest experience.

Working closely with Gail, an interior designer, Bill took her ideas and turned them into a workable plan. Adding a few touches of his own, such as a step-up living room and dining room, recessed pot niches and thickened and stepped walls to enhance the true flavor of the southwest.

The kitchen features a kiva-style fireplace commonly found in southwest architecture, creating a warm, inviting setting for casual dining, making this the perfect spot for the Cudney's to enjoy their morning coffee, while taking in the view through their patio doors over looking the runway.

The foyer leading from the living area to the master suite and guest rooms, feature niches to display the Cudney's collection of Peruvian Folk Art.

Through Bill Lobato's vision of their specific needs, Gail and Bill have created a warm inviting atmosphere, that Darwin and Gail enjoy sharing with their family and friends.