Endless Possibilities, Elevated: Inside The Perch at Pinhoti Peak

High above the treetops of North Georgia, where the Blue Ridge Mountains stretch endlessly in every direction, design takes on a new meaning. The Perch at Pinhoti Peak is more than a destination. It is a masterclass in how thoughtful architecture, purposeful interiors, and the right surfaces can transform a setting into an experience.

Designed in partnership with Chip Wade, The Perch reflects a shared belief that great design should feel intentional, livable, and deeply connected to its surroundings. Every decision, from layout to material selection, was made to enhance the way you move through the space and engage with the landscape beyond it.

Design That Responds to the Landscape

At this elevation, the view is the centerpiece. Interiors were designed to support, not compete with, the natural environment, allowing the mountains, sky, and light to take the lead.

Surface selections play a critical role in that balance. Tile grounds each space with texture and durability while introducing a refined, modern sensibility. Natural tones, layered finishes, and clean lines create continuity throughout the retreat, so the transition from indoors to outdoors feels effortless.

Texture is central to Biophilic Luxury. Dimensional surfaces and organic stone elements create rhythm and movement, while polished and honed finishes reflect light with subtle variation. These tactile qualities support wellness and creativity, transforming commercial interiors into environments that feel calming yet visually captivating.

This is design that respects nature while elevating how you experience it.

A Unified Vision, From Foundation to Finish

Rather than approaching The Perch as a collection of individual spaces, the project was envisioned as a complete environment. Each space contributes to a larger design story, one that values cohesion, comfort, and longevity.

A contemporary kitchen features deep blue cabinetry with gold handles and a white farmhouse sink.

Bathroom with a double?sink vanity featuring dark cabinetry and gold hardware, accented by a woven basket planter, under?sink storage baskets, and a large mirror, with natural light from a window and a glimpse into the adjoining room.

Kitchen range area with a matte metal hood, brass pot filler, and a fan mosaic tile backsplash, styled with a vase of dried stems and a pink Dutch oven on the cooktop.

By taking a whole home approach to surfaces, the interiors feel curated yet relaxed. Materials were chosen not just for how they look, but for how they perform, supporting everything from quiet mornings to weekends filled with guests, adventure, and connection.

The result is a retreat that feels as functional as it is inspiring.

Where Expertise Meets Authentic Design

Chip Wade’s design philosophy centers on authenticity. Spaces feel purposeful, never overdesigned. That vision pairs naturally with surfaces engineered to perform beautifully in real life.

A contemporary bathroom features a striking herringbone tile wall in green, gray, and burgundy tones.

Outdoor patio with a metal table and chairs on artificial grass overlooking a mountain landscape, featuring bear?shaped green topiary figures, a stone wall, a woven basket, and a vase of autumn leaves under clear blue skies.

A contemporary outdoor patio features cushioned seating and a small table with a potted plant, set against a backdrop of rolling hills and distant mountains.

Throughout The Perch, design solutions work behind the scenes to address the challenges of a mountain setting while still delivering a polished, modern aesthetic. It is a reminder that when expertise guides material selection, you do not have to choose between style and practicality. You get both.

Inspiration at Every Turn

The Perch is designed to slow you down. To invite you to notice the details. To experience how surfaces shape the way a space feels, sounds, and functions.

This retreat shows what is possible when architecture and interiors are designed with a shared purpose.

Make a statement. Create spaces that connect. Discover the endless possibilities at The Perch.

A Destination Defined by Three Distinct Design Stories

At the heart of The Perch are three thoughtfully designed homes. While united by a cohesive vision and material language, The Tom, The Jenny, and The Jake each offer a distinct interpretation of modern mountain living.

Together, they demonstrate how surface driven design can adapt to different moods, personalities, and ways of living while remaining connected by intentional planning and expert execution.

The Tom: Depth, Contrast, and Architectural Presence

Grounded in restraint and refined drama, The Tom leans into darker tones, expressive textures, and architectural surfaces. From bold wall installations and rich quartz countertops to marble look porcelain and outdoor pavers, each surface contributes to an immersive environment that feels confident, grounded, and deeply connected to its setting.

Read more: Explore the full design story of The Tom.

The Jenny: Softness, Balance, and Timeless Elegance

Defined by light, subtle movement, and refined detail, The Jenny offers a calming counterpoint within The Perch. Curved mosaics, reflective glass tile, warm natural stone, and a custom outdoor chessboard crafted from porcelain pavers create spaces that feel welcoming, elegant, and intentionally composed.

Two contemporary houses elevated on stilts and connected by a bridge on a sloped landscape, with a large paver tile chessboard featuring oversized pieces in the foreground, surrounded by greenery and stone retaining walls in clear daylight.

Read more: Discover the serene design story of The Jenny.

The Jake: Creativity, Color, and Expressive Design

Bold and unapologetically expressive, The Jake embraces color, pattern, and custom installations to tell a highly personal design story. Vibrant mosaics, sculptural tile shapes, a one of a kind mountainscape installation, and durable outdoor pavers transform surfaces into both functional elements and artistic statements.

Read more: Step inside the expressive world of The Jake.

A Cohesive Story, Designed to Be Explored

Together, The Tom, The Jenny, and The Jake illustrate how a shared design philosophy can take on multiple expressions. Through thoughtful surface selection and expert execution, The Perch becomes more than a collection of homes. It becomes a destination defined by creativity, cohesion, and possibility.

Make a statement. Create spaces that connect. Discover the endless possibilities at The Perch.