![A modern home with a dark wood exterior complements the surrounding forest.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/forest-house-dark-exterior-architecture-150824-843-01.jpg)
Design and build company Alloy Homes Incorporated, has sent us photos of a new home they completed in Calgary, Alberta, that was artfully designed around its relationship with the mature urban forest across the street
![A modern home with a dark wood exterior complements the surrounding forest.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/forest-house-dark-exterior-architecture-150824-843-02.jpg)
Stepping inside, we see a minimalist foyer with a bench and metallic accents.
![A minimalist foyer with a bench and metallic accents.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-foyer-150824-844-01.jpg)
Each room in the home offers a unique perspective on the woodland, which culminates in a double-height ceiling and windows in the living room. There’s also a fireplace to keep warm on a cool night.
![A modern living room with a fireplace has a double-height ceiling and a wall of windows.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-great-room-living-fireplace-150824-844-01.jpg)
![A modern living room with a fireplace has a double-height ceiling and a wall of windows.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-great-room-living-fireplace-150824-844-02.jpg)
![A modern living room with a fireplace has a double-height ceiling and a wall of windows.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-great-room-living-fireplace-150824-844-03.jpg)
The living room connects with the dining area and kitchen.
![The living room in this modern home connects with the dining area and kitchen.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-great-room-150824-845-01.jpg)
The dining area has windows on two sides, with black-framed doors that open to an outdoor living room.
![This open-plan dining area has windows on two sides, with black-framed doors that open to an outdoor living room.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-dining-room-150824-845-01.jpg)
The kitchen is located behind the dining area and has dark wood cabinets that match the dining table. A central island adds countertop space, while cabinets on the walls on either side add storage.
![The kitchen is located behind the dining area and has dark wood cabinets that match the dining table. A central island adds countertop space, while cabinets on the walls on either side add storage.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-kitchen-dark-wood-150824-846-01.jpg)
![The kitchen is located behind the dining area and has dark wood cabinets that match the dining table. A central island adds countertop space, while cabinets on the walls on either side add storage.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-kitchen-dark-wood-150824-846-02.jpg)
A walk-in pantry is located behind the kitchen.
![A walk-in pantry is located behind the kitchen.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-kitchen-pantry-dark-wood-150824-846-0.jpg)
Stairs lead from the main level up to the lofted area, which provides a top-down view of the living room below.
![Stairs lead from the main level up to the lofted area, which provides a top-down view of the living room below.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-stairs-to-loft-150824-848-01.jpg)
![Stairs lead from the main level up to the lofted area, which provides a top-down view of the living room below.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/living-room-from-above-150824-848-01.jpg)
The home also includes a home office, with corner windows providing an uninterrupted forest view.
![A modern home office with corner windows that provide an uninterrupted view of the forest.](https://www.contemporist.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/modern-home-office-150824-848-01.jpg)