Home Sweet Homeworks: Mid-Century Muse

Nestled on the East Bench just above Ogden, the Wasatch Mountains to the east and a leafy canopy to the west, this mid-century gem has been happily lived-in and lovingly cared for by Emily and Patten. Over the years, the two have poured a good deal of heart and intention into creating a home that’s both welcoming and beautiful, a thoughtful reflection of what its like to live inside.

"We always wanted a home filled with light and grounded in warmth."

The mid-century home was built in 1954 by Lapriel Loney, a woman who fought for equal pay at Hill Air Force Base. She lived there until she was 98, and the property has an undeniable sense of place—it feels as though it carries a touch of its original owner's strength and spirit. Layers of story are woven throughout, and this house offers both charm and a piece of Ogden itself.

We caught up with Emily and Patten to hear a bit about their design process, favorite spaces, and the memories that will stick with them long after the last box is packed.

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"Favorite features? Easy. The light. The views. And the people."

Let's talk through the design process a little bit...tell us all about the property and what led to the decisions you made throughout.

Emily: We tried to stay true to the mid-century roots of the home but bring in some modern touches. We collect art from our travels, so we wanted to create a gallery-like warmth—spaces that could hold stories, but still feel open and serene. Half our furniture is consigned or inherited, which gives the space a lot of soul, and we layer in more modern pieces and small travel-inspired accents.

Patten: We also spent a ton of time on the kitchen—it’s not a huge footprint, but we wanted it to be incredibly functional. It took nearly a year to design and several more months to build. We used grain-matched, white oak cabinets, so you can trace individual grains from the top of the first drawer in a door bank to the the bottom. We also did tucked-in storage, an induction stove top over a double oven, and even a built-in filtration faucet. The final touch? A Louis Poulsen PH5 pendant over the table. It’s our little design flex.

What are you favorite features of the home?

Emily: The lighting here is amazing. Every room upstairs is bathed in soft, natural light throughout the day—it’s honestly what sold me on the house.

Patten: For me, it’s the views. From our bedroom, we look straight up at the mountains in the morning. From the back, it’s this park-like backyard, and sunsets that light up the trees. But honestly? Our neighbors are the secret sauce. We truly think we live on the best street in Ogden. Everyone looks out for each other. We have summer block parties, share dinners, and hang out in the street while the kids bike and play.

What are some of your favorite memories here?

Patten: During COVID, we really leaned into the magic of the backyard—just sitting out there looking up at the Wasatch Mountains brought peace when we needed it most. Our daughter used to sled down the hill in the yard, too. I’ll never forget that.

Emily: One of my favorites is watching her play with her best friend, who lives just over the fence. That kind of childhood joy is priceless. And I’ll always remember the hush of winter mornings, sitting in our living room with snow falling just outside the big picture window.