Minimalist elegance doesn’t even begin to explain this Mojave desert retreat. The result of evident architectural prowess, this sharp-edged Yucca Valley, California, home stands out against the sprawling desert landscape.

The 1,550-square-foot blackened-steel home was originally created in the spirit of a sprawling shadow. Located in the Mojave Desert just a short drive from Joshua Tree, it does everything but blend in.

Original owner and designer Marc Atlan partnered with architects Oller & Pejic to develop the three-bedroom, two-bath home. The black exterior acts as a canvas to highlight the desert brush. Inside, the elegant design of the open living area provides plenty of space to gather with friends or enjoy a panoramic sunset. The sharp, sculpted edges of the exterior balance with the smooth floor-to-ceiling glass to provide a unique look to this geometric home.

This hilltop desert oasis can be yours for just under a million dollars.