Tucked within a peaceful gated enclave in South Ogden, this architecturally significant residence—originally designed by Portland-born architect Van Evera Bailey—has been thoughtfully restored with a deep respect for its mid-century modern roots. Like many homes of its era, the architectural style not only represents structural innovation and a clean aesthetic, but also embodies the lifestyle of the mid-century movement. Open living spaces encouraged lively gatherings, while indoor-outdoor harmony, large windows, and organic materials symbolized a reverence for the landscape and its natural beauty.  

Simple, functional and beautiful: these are the values of the mid-century mindset that we continue to crave today.

Architect Van Evera Bailey was a champion of the Northwest Regional Style, known for regional sensibility, livability and structural ingenuity. Working in a similar period and aesthetic as Utah visionaries Stephen Macdonald and Ron Molen, he shared their affinity for warm modernism with organic elements and large windows that accentuated natural light and mountain views. Hallmarks of Bailey’s style include asymmetrical roof lines, open gable-end porticos, rough sawn cedar ceilings, floor to ceiling windows and stone wall fireplaces, all which are featured in this time-honored residence, tucked away on Mountain Pines Lane.

As you step inside the home, an intentional floorplan guides you into a light-filled living area with dramatic vaulted ceilings and expansive glass windows. Anchoring the room is a central stone wall with integrated fireplace, creating separate yet freely flowing spaces for intimate dinners and lively gatherings. Pink terrazzo floors, revealed and refurbished by the current owner, add to the home’s mid-century spirit. Bailey’s iconic design was featured on 1954 cover of Better Homes & Garden Magazine—one of the many mid-century artifacts curated throughout the space. 

The current owner’s appreciation for the mid-century aesthetic led him to a full renovation of the home from 2022-2024, bringing it into alignment with the architect’s original vision. Every detail of the intentional renovation was approached with the utmost care and quality, balancing period authenticity with elevated modern livability. Local collaborators include Dan Schmeling of Carbon Architects who consulted on many of the home’s modern updates, and IO LandArch for the exterior landscape design (which was originally curated by San Francisco landscape architect Douglas Baylis.)

Past stewards of the home include Arthur E. Benning, a prominent Ogden community member with ties to the sugar industry, and celebrated skier Dean Perkins, known for his contributions to the Intermountain ski community from competition to instruction to retail. Local accounts recall his ownership to be a lively era in the home’s history, with gatherings that attracted the likes of Robert Redford and other Sundance celebrities.   

With architectural intrigue and a rich history to match, this treasured home is something to behold.

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