Laid-Back Luxury & Intentional Design: The Ranchette - Montana Home Remodel

Designer Christian Stone, owner of Wrecked & Refined, doesn’t just follow design trends—she rewrites the rules. With five sons, a busy family life, and a deep love for crafting intentional spaces, her latest remodel is a masterclass in balancing beauty with practicality.

From the moment you walk into the home, a single signature tone makes a quiet but confident statement. A moody, vibrant blue weaves through the rooms—on cabinets, textiles, and accent walls—offering depth without dominance. “It has just enough boldness to hold a whole house together,” Stone says. And it does, anchoring the design with subtle cohesion.

Montana Home Remodel Inspired by Real Life

Functionality, however, is at the heart of everything. Christian’s approach is rooted in real life: kids running through the halls, socks abandoned mid-room, cereal bowls migrating to the couch. “I love luxury,” she says, “but it has to survive real life.” That practical elegance shows up in every detail—from performance fabrics to finishes that hold up to wear while still elevating the space.

But it’s her willingness to take risks that truly sets her apart. One standout? A freestanding bathtub placed boldly in the master bedroom. Inspired by a half-joking comment from her husband, the idea became a reality—and a show-stopping one at that. With views overlooking the river and city beyond, it’s a personal retreat that blurs the line between everyday living and vacation-level relaxation.

Throughout the home, geometric patterns, layered textures, and striking ceiling treatments give each room its own voice while keeping the overall tone unified. “Every room should feel like its own, but it has to match the rest of the house,” Stone explains. That consistency adds a sense of cohesiveness that makes the design intentional and inspired.

Christian and her husband Jordan work as a team—her creative vision balanced by his skill in bringing ideas to life. Their process is collaborative, rooted in trust and a shared willingness to laugh through the chaos. That dynamic shows up in the home’s final result: a space that feels warm, lived-in, and full of personality.

While Stone doesn’t start her projects with a defined narrative, the homes she designs always tell a story shaped by emotion, memory, and meaning. “I start by asking, ‘How do I want this home to feel?’” she says. The result is a space that feels collected, not curated—layered with rich wood tones, lived-in textures, unique layouts, and personal touches.

The Heart of the Matter

Christian and Jordan don’t just build houses—they build homes with heart. Their projects are shaped by the rhythms of real family life, the push and pull of creative ambition, and the belief that design should never feel disposable. Each Montana home remodel begins with potential and ends with a space that feels deeply personal and rooted in purpose. With The Ranchette, they transformed a traditional layout into a reflection of who they are—creative, resilient, and unafraid to challenge convention.

One of the most compelling parts of the home is how it evolves from room to room without losing its soul. A kitchen grounded by bold cabinetry gives way to a master suite that’s restful yet surprising, anchored by that signature bathtub and a stunning view. Even the bathrooms, often afterthoughts in many remodels, feel intentional and layered.

Christian continues to push the boundaries of what’s possible in residential remodels, with a focus on homes that feel functional, and unforgettably original. As a licensed REALTOR®, she offers her clients not only the vision to reimagine a space—but the insight to find the right one in the first place. If you’re looking to create a home that reflects your story from the ground up, Christian is currently taking on new clients for both design and real estate projects.