In terms of overall curb appeal, Atlas Building Group consistently knocks it out of the park. Not only is the design of all of its custom homes unique and eye-catching, but extra attention is also given to how they look during the day as well as the evening. This includes a substantial use of LEDs in the interior and exterior, which provide subtle, but not blinding, illumination.
One of the more prominent examples of this is The Coeur d’Alene, a 4,043 square foot luxury home in the 800 block of Sherman Avenue. The innovative three-story four-bedroom five-bath home has a modern design style and definitely attracts notice around the clock.
“We incorporated extensive amounts of lighting ambience in the homne,” said Nick Forsberg, Atlas Building Group owner. of LEDs to make sure everything glows and has a certain ambience,” said Nick Fosberg, Atlas Building Group owner. “We like to envision the look of the home in the day and night.”
The Coeur d’Alene was one of the homes featured in the 2024 Parade of Homes, and it earned awards in the highest-price category for best interior and best innovation.
Exterior
Atlas Building Group has created three homes on adjacent lots with similar lans, Coeur d’Alene 1, 2, and 3. Each incorporates the same modern style but also has its own unique design elements. Nick Forsberg said the first model, “The Coeur d’Alene” was actually purchased during the construction process, and the owner was able to request certain features. One appealing aspect of this is an attached 870 square foot Accessory Dwelling Unit with its own garage. It can be useful as a private place for family, friends, or even a short-term rental.
Kitchen
The modern design style is immediately evident in the chef’s kitchen simply by looking at the island. Cleverly-positioned mirrors create an illusion that the floating island is literally floating. The island is crafted out of Taj Mahal quartzite, a sturdy material with reflective surfaces that complements the sheen of the appliances and fixtures. The range, refrigerators and other appliances are black, a common color throughout the entire home, and are accented by LEDs in all sorts of places, including the range knobs. A discreet walk-in pantry also helps preserve the minimal look.
Great room
One innovative touch of this open-concept room is a drop ceiling surrounded by LEDs that adds a sense of depth. An extended masonry tile wall includes a fireplace as well as inset niche for a television. The room was also framed at a downward angle to create a clever tunnel effect. The home incorporates smart technology in every room, allowing the owner to adjust all sorts of household functions such as HVAC and lighting levels.
Dining room
The open flow dining room provides easy access to the kitchen and great room. It also includes a wine area and a floating stairway to the second floor. Illumination is provided by various LEDs surrounding wooden panels along the wall as well as unique hanging lights. The room provides a contrast between wood and steel elements.
Master bedroom
A highlight of the room is a drop ceiling inset with a stone veneer that’s attached to a rock wall. LEDs are included inside and outside the ceiling. It also includes access to the lavish master bathroom which includes a separate spa-like tub and shower, and continues the blend of dark and light tones and plenty of reflective surfaces.
Outdoor terrace
Part of the appeal of downtown living is being able to enjoy parades, community events, and even the different seasons along Sherman Avenue from an open balcony on the second floor and a covered rooftop deck on the third floor. Although the whole home was designed with entertaining in mind, this furnished terrace could be where most of the guests converge.
As seen in the 2025 Summer/Fall edition
By: Joe Butler
Photography by: Joel Riner