Vail Valley Home // November 2015

R EAL ESTATE & MOUNTAIN LIFEST YLES | NOVEMBER 2015

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THE INTERIOR DESIGN ISSUE

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Magnificent views of the Gore Range, Vail’s Game Creek Bowl and the adjoining ski slopes are accentuated by perfect ski access and a host of special enhancements in this elegant home.

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How’s the Market?

The Vail Valley’s luxury market continues to gather strength, following a solid summer/fall selling season. Based on numbers provided by the Vail Multiple Listing Service, year-to-date gross sales volume was up 9.7% at the end of the 3rd Quarter for properties listed at $1 million-plus, when compared with 2014. Transaction volume in the high-end also reflected a nice bump in this pricing niche, up 13% over last year. Of note, showing activity continues to be strong as we move through the fall, leading me to believe that we can expect a solid finish to the year.

What does this mean to you?

While raw statistics don’t tell the whole story, they are very indicative of the positive direction of our overall market. The luxury niche tends to set the bar for the rest of the market, lending confidence to those buyers considering different price points from East Vail to Gypsum. If you are thinking about selling, the coming ski season should prove to be a strategic time to bring your property to market, enabling you to take advantage of this momentum and our continued low inventory levels. If buying, I encourage you to work diligently with a skilled broker in identifying those opportunities that best meet your family’s needs. Once you find the ideal home, proceed to make an offer. In the current market, there really is no benefit in waiting.

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OFFICERS CEO TONI PARKER Chair C. ONIE BOLDUC Chair Elect TERRY NOLAN Past Chair MIKE BUDD Secretary MICHAEL ROUTH MLS Director KYLE DENTON Directors VALERIE VALENE CRISSY RUMFORD JAY RAIOLA SCOT T MARINO BETSY LAUGHLIN COREY LAMOTHE

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R EAL ESTATE & MOUNTAIN LIFEST YLES | NOVEMBER 2015

VAIL BOAR D OF R EALTOR S ®

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O N T H E C OV E R The juxtaposition of black and white is a fundamental design combination that works to create visual intensity and intrigue.

See Design & Style, page 8.

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his month, the Vail Board of REALTORS® recognizes its new Realtor of the Year, Doug Landin. Joining a list of well recognized names, Landin has helped many people discover — and buy — their dream homes. He’s an example of the best of our professional group: informed, ethical and tenacious.

Because they are entrenched in the local community, it’s a good time to enlist the guidance and experience of a REALTOR. Our organization, its members and partners exist to provide the most informed, ethical and comprehensive options for clients and their real estate needs for both primary and secondary residences as well as rental properties. And our REALTORS can help you prioritize your needs, in order to find your best-case scenario.

Affiliate Liaison DREW WACHTER Vail Board of REALTORS® 2015 0275 Main Street, Suites 003 & 004 · Edwards, CO 81632 Tel: 970.766.1028 Fax: 877.775.5811 Website: www.vbr.net

Vail Daily Magazine Group GM SUSAN LUDLOW Editor WREN BOVA Associate Editor STEPHEN LLOYD WOOD Art Director CARLY ARNOLD Advertising Director - Real Estate ERIC BURGUND Account Director KAREN SUING National Sales Director ALLISON ZWEIG Ad Services Coordinator KRYSTAL BRUNELL

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Design Team ASHLEY DETMERING, AUSTIN WINTERS, DARIN BLISS, MADELYN LYBARGER, MALISA SAMSEL, MIKEY MCGARVEY, PHILIP LANZINO Contributors BETH POT TER, KELLI HOLTZ, KIM FULLER, KIMBERLY NICOLET TI, KIMBERLY GAVIN, MARTY JONES, KATHY FILGO

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44 22 8 DESIGN & STYLE

Unique finds for the home.

It’s the age of engineered flooring ...

12 FACTS & FIGURES

26 FACES & PLACES

14 FURNITURE TRENDS

30 BEFORE & AFTER

A quick look at home trends.

Home décor is modern, durable and comfortable.

18 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS

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22 ON THE FLOOR

Vail’s ‘Masked Man’ offers tips on seasonal decorations.

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Around town at parties, events and more.

Beaver Creek remodel turns a kitchen into a beautiful, functional space

34 THOSE WINTER ‘GREENS’

Decorate with greenery for the snow season.

36 DOWNVALLEY Q&A

Four questions with Jane Rosenthal Townsend of Alpine Ambience & Shadey Deals.

38 PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

Welcome home to Hawk’s Nest.

40 THE MOUNTAIN SCENE

Elements and textures from around the world contribute to Vail’s sense of style.

46 MARKET REPORT

Vail Board of REALTORS® announces Doug Landin 2015 REALTOR of the Year

51 REAL ESTATE SHOWCASE

A selection of some of the best properties on the local market.

52 SERVICE DIRECTORY

An extensive list of local professionals, brokers and REALTORS®.

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DESIGN & STYLE

by KELLI HOLTZ

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ave you gotten too

comfortable with your interior dÊcor? Does the thought of change make your palms sweat? What if I challenged you to think outside of your comfort zone and try something new. This month we are talking about creating drama with the pairing of black and white. Often, I hear people say that black is not inviting, or it’s too cold a color for interior spaces. However, I believe the juxtaposition of black and white gives a rigid-meets-organic feel, maybe even a little like yin and yang. It is a fundamental design combination that works to create visual intensity and intrigue.

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N E W C O LO R

greige — a grayish beige

MIRROR, MIRROR Use mirrors as wall decorations and centerpieces. Groups of creative small mirrors and large mirrors can create fantastic optical illusions and dramatically transform modern living spaces.

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COLOR WHEEL

ON THE RISE: TROPICAL MOTIFS Watch for botanical specimens stylized for fabrics, tropical “birds of a feather flocking together” on wallpapers, trays and vases.

Play with dark charcoal for dramatic dining rooms and use foggy gray for relaxing bedrooms full of natural light.

mattress talk The higher the coil count, the better the support.

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LOOK UP » EMBELLISH THE CEILING WITH PAINTED SCENES AND LED LIGHTS.

Go beyond the classic red front door and bring this bold hue inside. Make an impact with an incredible accent wall or keep things simple with a few striped pillows.

PINK Although it's a favorite choice for little girls' rooms, pink can still feel grown up and sophisticated.

ORANGE

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Coming soon to a kitchen near you

YELLOW

Clean lines and subtle design Personalized cabinets Shaker style Functional design Horizontal orientation cabinetry High-tech cabinet options

Yellow is one of those colors that instantly makes people happy. Accent it with bright blues for a palette that plays off the color wheel, or tone it down by pairing it with gray and neutral textiles.

When redecorating a space, don’t purchase anything until you have the entire room worked out — the rug, furniture, window treatments and lighting. Otherwise, you might get locked in to something you didn’t really want.

GR EEN Bring the outdoors inside with nature's favorite color: lively, refreshing and eye catching.

BLUE Bright and striking in some spaces, subdued and soothing in others, blue can completely transform a space.

PU R PLE When used smartly and sparingly, it can add an elegant element of surprise to modern or traditional spaces.

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FURNITURE TRENDS Home décor that is modern, durable and comfortable

by KIMBERLY NICOLETTI

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hough the mountain

modern trend continues to decorate Vail Valley homes, better ergonomics, durable fabrics and unique materials define the latest in furniture design.

Cleaner lines, which don’t include as much detail or “overstuffed” furnishings as mountain homes contained a decade ago, are paving the way for modernism.

“Pieces of mid-century modern are definitely having their time right now,” says

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Yvonne Jacobs, president of Slifer Designs in Edwards.

The egg chair is one such element. Originally designed by Arne Jacobsen in 1958, the chair employs simple, fluid curves, sculpted to ergonomically support the curvatures of the human body.

The chairs range in form from hanging egg weaves to grounded acrylics, fiberglass and fabrics.

Many furniture manufacturers are creating more modern chairs and sofas with Jacobsen’s — and other mid-century

modernists’ — sleek, ergonomic design in mind, Jacobs says.

“There’s a lot more function in the piece when it’s designed, (in addition to) being beautiful,” she says.

In keeping with the modern mindset, colors like bright yellow are coming into play, and blue hues, from the dark navy that’s been popular since last season to sea and cornflower blues, maintain their hold on the market. (Of course, color-wise, gray, beige and “greige,” or grayish beige,

furnishings generally mirror today’s overall interior design.)

Even leathers are sporting plenty of color, from the usual browns and grays to red and turquoise, says Kathy Peplinski, owner of P. Furniture and Design in Avon. Blends of bonded, or recycled, leather offer a more economical way of achieving a leather look without the high cost.

Durable, high quality fabrics have moved from solely outdoor furniture to indoor styles.

“Outdoor fabric used to

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look like outdoor fabric, but now it’s going into residences with an improved look and feel,” Peplinski says.

These days, most consumers can’t easily differentiate between traditional fabrics and the latest high-performance “outdoor” fabrics, except for the fact that the fabrics don’t easily stain.

“They’re saturated with nice, bright colors, and you get the textures,” Jacobs says.

“They’re not flat anymore, like outdoor fabrics.”

While ergonomics and high performance fabrics pay homage to a more modern lifestyle, mountain homes still reflect the natural environment, with unique tables made of natural materials.

Live-edge dining room tables showcase the form and movement of a giant tree. Such manufacturers as Home Trends & Design create engineered live-edge tables, as well as completely natural ones;

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The Home Trends & Design London Loft collection is sleek and functional. New Pacific Direct live-edge tables deliver both an organic and contemporary feel. Both are available at P. Furniture and Design.

the true live edges lend more character, but engineered designs don’t crack, and they provide a lower price point.

Coffee tables are becoming art pieces in and of themselves.

Petrified wood pieces mounted on a chrome base blend mountain and modern, as do wooden slabs with crushed glass embedded on top.

The rustic look still resonates in Vail Valley homes, but people are turning to recycled materials, such as old railroad ties or packing crates transformed into tables, then mounted onto stainless steel, chrome or wrought iron. Likewise, the lodge look, with railheads on sofas and chairs, still finds a place among homes when combined with the modern look.

Since many second homeowners need plenty of beds for family and friends, sofa sleepers are still very popular, and they’re also much more comfortable. Companies like American Leather offer

seven sizes, from king to cot, and feature high-density foam, Tempur-Pedic or gel mattresses, with absolutely no metal bars or springs.

In bedrooms, upholstered, platform beds rule the night; homeowners prefer the clean, metal under mount, free from fluffy, dust-trapping bed skirts.

And, many husbands are relieved the old fad of layering a dozen pillows on a made bed every morning has evolved to a simpler, white duvet look, with a colorful throw at the foot of the bed — and perhaps a couple pillows.

“People want comfort,” Peplinski says, “comfort, and durable fabrics.”

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SEASONAL DÉCOR

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Vail’s ‘Masked Man’ offers tips on seasonal decorations

by KIMBERLY NICOLETTI

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ail ’ s thickly lit

evergreens brighten spirits, as winter days become shorter, and otherwise darker. Festivals featuring magical winter characters take center stage at Beaver Creek. At home, it seems natural to extend the invigorating holiday spirit through your own creative trimmings, beginning with fall’s inviting hues of red, orange and

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yellow, and transitioning into December’s glimmering silvers, golds, bright reds, and greens.

Thanksgiving falls just a month before Christmas, so it’s perfectly acceptable to string your outdoor lights early, for the Thanksgiving weekend, as well, says Lou “The Masked Man” Meskimen, owner of Masked Man Services and Gilded Spruce in Vail.

As a commercial and residential decorator, Meskimen

was the first to debut what has come to be one of Vail’s signatures: trees neatly and meticulously layered with lights, which follow each and every branch.

“We don’t just call them Christmas lights; we call them winter lights up here,” he says, pointing to how white outdoor tree lights can remain up throughout the ski season.

To accomplish the time-

consuming feat of tracing branches with lights, you’ll need to devote about a dozen or more hours to layer in a case of lights — 48 strands with 50 lights per strand — which is enough to adorn a 9-foot evergreen. But if you’re not up to the task and don’t want to hire someone like Meskimen to do the work, here are some other ways to celebrate the season through sparkling décor.

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with two legs, if you want to get fancy — and a horizontal one for arms. Pick out an old sports coat or jeans and a flannel from the this-is-so-old-it’s-too-lateto-donate pile, and, if you’re organized enough not to have such a pile, head over to your nearest thrift store; “dress” the wooden skeleton, and then stuff it with old rags or gunnysacks.

Coffee shops may be a good source of the latter. Paint or draw a face onto the head, which will most likely be topped with a folksy hat, and tuck straw into the neck, wrist and ankle areas, to make it appear as though the scarecrow is made completely of straw. Either prop him, or her, against the entryway, or drive a metal fencepost into the ground and wire the wood to the post.

“Making a scarecrow is easy, and it contributes to a

Lou Meskimen offers holiday decorations, from greenery to ornaments, though Thank You Masked Man services and his retail shop, the Gilded Spruce.

fun afternoon on a weekend — or a weekend night, if the kids get their homework done,” Meskimen says.

December cheer Morphing Thanksgiving into December holiday décor involves adding some lights, and perhaps green garlands, to doorframes. Once Thanksgiving Weekend comes to a close, switch out fall leaves for evergreens, holly, poinsettias and other December foliage.

Whether or not you celebrate Christmas, December lends itself to outdoor décor, such as a 5-foot-wooden Nutcracker, a fiberglass Santa in his sleigh full of toys, or a mailbox dedicated

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Thanksgiving harvest Thanksgiving, or fall, décor makes its greatest impact at or near the front door, as well as inside the entryway.

“You want that visual, that you’re having fun with the season, and it feels comfortable,” Meskimen says.

Wreaths offer a warm welcome; silk leaf garlands accented with bright red berries, acorns and golden or orange bows reflect the waning colors of Mother Nature, as she settles into her winter white.

Outdoors or in, Meskimen likes to incorporate traditional symbols of Thanksgiving, including pilgrims and Native Americans, as well as signs of harvest, like pumpkins, oversized acorns, squash, and metal, wooden or fabric turkeys. Bales of hay or bundled wheat hail to a time when life was simpler than it is now.

While people can buy a variety of scarecrows at nearly any store, going back to earlier days when families made scarecrows or carved pumpkins provides an opportunity for bonding and memory making.

An easy way to craft a scarecrow involves nailing a couple 2x2s together, a vertical for the body and head — perhaps

One of the best ways to get new ideas on how to decorate for the holidays is just strolling through stores and seeing how the experts display new and traditional items. You can also look in home journals for a broad spectrum of ideas.

“Buy different things you might not normally try,” says Lou Meskimen, owner of Masked Man Services and Gilded Spruce in Vail.

“You get your own taste by experimenting.”

Here are some retail and consignment boutiques to start:

to the jolly guy himself.

“There are all kinds of items you can have fun with,” Meskimen says.

However, he cautions that less is better: A few lit trees or one to two sophisticated lawn art objects will do the trick. A green garland wrapped with tiny white lights along railings and doors also make for a simple and clean, yet festive, look. A large leather strap with sleigh bells hanging or a string of sleigh bells under a wreath merrily signal guests’ front door entrance.

Family traditional In the last few years, winter scenes on canvas, punctuated with tiny sparking lights, have become popular seasonal art pieces in the entryway, Meskimen says.

Beyond the entryway, first by illuminating dark corners with

characters and lights of cheer, some homeowners fill the remaining rooms with smaller decorative items, placed into the nooks and crannies of kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms and bookshelves.

But most people fall into what Meskimen calls the traditional category: They decorate a tree with ornaments from kids and grandkids to illustrate the family’s history, or they group sentimental items that share similar colors or patterns to create a nice sense of balance.

Perhaps the most memorable, yet overlooked, holiday element involves scents of home cooking and spices.

Even if you end up faking it with scented candles, there’s nothing like cinnamon, cookies

or baked apples to make a house feel like a home.

“That’s the thing that sets off the holidays, is the smell of good food,” Meskimen says.

So, within your décor strategy,

don’t stop at the visuals.

Incorporate as many senses as possible — the texture of scarecrow straw or Santa’s velvet coat, the sound of holiday songs, and the scent of savory spices.

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BEYOND CARPET

ON THE FLOOR It’s the age of engineered flooring…

by KIMBERLY NICOLETTI

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Engineered floors allow for wider-plank options.

occurs, rather than refinishing the surface. Engineered wood also incorporates textural patterns mimicking handscraping and distinctive stain and whitewash patterns.

“They offer a lot more aesthetic designs than

real wood, and nice consistency,” O’Brien says.

As a result, more and more people install engineered hardwood throughout their home, and also tend to include it in the master bedroom because of its durability.

“More and more people have dogs than children, especially up here, so it’s easier to clean,” she says.

However, homeowners still enjoy the warm, luxurious feel of carpet under their bare feet, and both natural wood

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ooden floors have

grounded homes for centuries, and while many homeowners still choose solid-wood flooring, newer engineered products are turning more and more heads.

Besides sustainability, which is a huge issue in and of itself, solidwood flooring poses problems in our dry climate. Even after builders allow wood planks, which still contain moisture, to “acclimate” to the High Country, once installed, homeowners often watch, with dismay, as gaps appear between the boards, particularly during winter months with radiant floor heating.

Those who installed hickory are especially aware of the shrinkage.

As trends called for wider and wider planks, mountain homeowners faced limitations, due to potential warping.

Enter engineered products.

“Engineered wood does incredibly well in our dry climate,” says Leah O’Brien, designer at Ruggs Benedict in Avon. “Solid hardwood has a lot of movement.”

But when engineered wood first hit the market, not everyone accepted it as “real” wood.

It’s still a stigma designers occasionally face, and one they educate consumers about.

“It’s important for people to know it’s still real wood,” O’Brien says. “It just has a composite, or structural, backing.”

The stabilizing layers prevent planks from shrinking as much as solid wood. They also allow manufacturers to construct wider planks —planks measuring 9 inches wide and 10 feet long are not uncommon.

Today’s styles contain less shine and more of a matte finish, in which owners can rub a bit of oil into the wood if distress

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BEYOND CARPET

and new synthetics provide quality stain resistance.

Carpeting like Smart Strand Silk provides stain resistance built into each fiber, so its stain-fighting ability doesn’t fade. Made from corn, the fibers feel softer than wool and are 90 percent renewable.

Yet, the synthetics still contain chemicals, to which some people may have adverse reactions.

For that reason, wool remains the golden standard, due to its sustainability, hypoallergenic properties and natural ability to repel stains.

Other engineered flooring options While real wood and stone, especially limestone, are still mainstays in high-end homes, engineered look-alikes have

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A new generation of luxury vinyls is easier to clean and last longer than linoleum.

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Geometric patterns update carpet choices, as in the Hunter Hill line at Ruggs Benedict.

become so realistic, “in a lot of cases you can’t tell if it’s the real thing or not,” says Carri Tedstrom, design consultant for Select Surfaces in Avon.

Homeowners are opting for large format (12 by 24 inches and larger) porcelain tiles, which look like stone (or wood), particularly in bathrooms and kitchens.

“They’re stain resistant and extremely hard, so they probably won’t crack, and you can get a little more consistency with the color,” Tedstrom says.

Trending colors have transitioned from golds to grays and taupes. Disadvantages of quarried stone include the fact that it’s not always easy to guarantee a specific tone, and the fashioned tiles don’t come in oversized formats.

In the past, mountain homeowners may have turned their backs on vinyls, but a new generation of luxury vinyls has hit the market, and they’re making an impact.

Even higher-end homeowners are installing the wood lookalikes in lower levels, where they might encounter water.

“It’s easy to clean up with a mop, and the wear layers are a lot thicker and last longer than old linoleum,” Tedstrom says.

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Rugs: the final touch One of the latest products on the market, driven by outdoor living, is polypropylene outdoor carpeting, which doesn’t mold or mildew, and weathers well.

Unique stair runners, which don’t necessarily match other carpeting throughout the home, are also trending. Patterned, stripped and animal print carpeting is finding a home on staircases. Because stairs suffer a lot of wear, it’s a likely area to replace carpeting in sooner than other regions of the home.

“It’s a nice place to show creativity and do something different but not be married to the pattern,” O’Brien says.

High-quality, traditional area rugs are still popular, but design experts are noticing a departure from reds and browns to a desire for the more neutral, softer, yet cooler, blues and grays. Abstract designs are especially prevalent, and if homeowners lean toward a floral pattern, they tend to choose a larger, more contemporary floral, O’Brien says. Extremely soft, thick pile — the new shag — is also making a comeback.

“People want homes that are useable and friendly with softness and durability,” O’Brien says. “They want to lie on the floor. They want it to be inviting.”

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FACES & PLACES

above: Brokers at the Colorado Association of REALTORS convention in September, from left to right: Kyle Denton and Mike Budd of Berkshire Hathaway, Julie Retzlaff of Slifer Smith and Frampton and Terry Nolan of Keller Williams.

above: Wendy Wipper, broker, Elizabeth Wilson, office administrator and Rene Blanchette, broker, enjoy Vail Village Car Show, September 13th.

above: Chip Craft, Jason Bretz, Chris Oetting and Steve Simonett at the SteamMasterGolf 11th Annual Outing at the Cordillera Valley Course in September.

above: Lynne Krnacik, a broker at Keller Williams, at Oktoberfest in Vail. left: Bev Trout, Keller Williams’ managing broker and a new member at the Sonnenalp Club in Singletree.

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The living and dining areas have vaulted ceilings, a gas fireplace and large windows for enjoying the beautiful setting. The open kitchen, kitchen family room, dining and living area is perfect for entertaining; and, the backyard patio, with an exquisite water feature and hot tub, is great for relaxing and enjoying the mountain scenery and lush landscaping. The office can be converted back to a 5th bedroom. Includes a buildable or salable lot worth over $500,000!

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by KIM FULLER • photos by KIMBERLY GAVIN

The remodel included exchanging dark stain for light and bright, which extended to the tiled backsplash.

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“The alder cabinet profile coupled with the dark stain was dated and uninviting,” says Critchlow about the original kitchen. “The client asked for a kitchen layout that was opened up to invite

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cooking and entertaining friends and family during ski vacations.”

Also, the kitchen didn’t have ample storage, so it didn’t reflect the owner’s personal taste.

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The kitchen came together with new painted cabinetry in a warm, cream color, along with an improved lighting design, which helped bring the space from dull to bright. The island was reconfig-

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The living room also received a brightening treatment that’s consistent with the new kitchen.

RENOVATIONS

ured to open up the interior of the kitchen, which made it more functional for cooking and entertaining.

“The island with bar seating was left at counter height to invite guests to engage with each other between the living spaces and kitchen,” Critchlow explains.

Decorative elements like a custom mosaic backsplash, oilrubbed bronze cabinet hardware and a custom, built-in pantry — which is the mirror image of the refrigerator/freezer — helped to create a space to reflect the owner’s personal style.

Some of the features integrated into the space included a Sharp microwave drawer and Fisher & Paykel dishwasher drawers.

The microwave stays out of sight from the living room, and the

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dishwasher setup makes it easy to wash smaller loads of dishes from events like après-ski gatherings.

“The decorative wood hood over the range from Vail Cabinets was incorporated into the cabinet design in lieu of the stainless steal microwave that is typically seen in small condo kitchens,” Critchlow says. “This creates a much more appealing focal point seen from the living room, and gives the kitchen a more custom look.”

Onyx, glass and marble stones create the custom-blend mosaic tile in rhomboid pattern

from Decorative Materials, which was installed along the entire backsplash. This feature reflects additional light to give the space a vibrant glow.

The Heirloom custom wood countertops are surprisingly durable, Critchlow says, and create a beautiful color contrast with the cabinetry.

“These design elements all work together to create a beautiful space with functional countertop area,” she adds, “to be used for entertaining and integration with the adjacent living room.”

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INDOOR GARDENING

THOSE WINTER ‘GREENS’ Decorate with greenery for the snow season

by MARTY JONES

scent of the winter season more than fresh greenery, and when white snows begin to blanket the valley floor, it becomes easier to source greenery from local vendors.

Garlands, boughs, and wreaths all bring a bit of the outdoors inside during a time when the exterior color palette is limited.

Despite the tendency of greenery to be, well, green, different types can bring texture, fragrance, and interest to your home’s interior decor all winter long.

Greenery: Beyond its holiday associations A Christmas tree glowing with lights might be the first live element that comes to mind when you consider common interior uses for evergreens.

But bringing live greenery into the home for the winter season need not be associated with a particular religious tradition or holiday celebration. More generally, greenery represents winter’s beauty, and it can be incorporated into uses that extend beyond the traditional, bordering on or immersing themselves into realms that are quirky and even unexpected.

Take a fresh approach to your interior decorating this winter season by incorporating garlands, boughs and wreaths into your home with these ideas and considerations in mind.

GARLANDS

Garlands include greenery tips as the central element of a decorative strand. Appropriately, garlands are sometimes called roping, and the long strand — or rope — of greenery can be hung throughout the home along door or window trim, across a fireplace hearth, or from a stair railing.

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Traditional

Boughs at Colorado Alpines & Wildflower Farm

Garlands are often embellished with other natural elements including pinecones or sprigs of blue-berried juniper that add interesting textures and scents. Artificial additions such as small branches of deep red winter berries or strands of artificial cranberries can add beautiful color contrast to a garland’s deep green hue.

Bows and holiday ornaments traditionally adorn garlands, as do strands of holiday lights.

Unexpected

For a novel take on the traditional garland, use floral wire to weave your favorite fresh flowers into the greenery strand for a special occasion. Red rose buds will add a scent that’s not usually associated with the winter season while keeping a traditional color combination, but if you want to branch out even more, choose pink or yellow rosebuds to dot your creation. Select flowers that highlight colors or patterns already present in your home’s decor, or go for a stunning floral combination solely because it creates a visual combination you love.

BO U GH S

Boughs are simply branches of greenery, and their small-tomedium size makes them suited for multiple uses. Different types of evergreens have different needle textures, lending to a variety decoration styles. Cedar boughs, for example, have lacy tips whereas Douglas fir boughs have hardy, dense tips. Juniper boughs are known for their unique fragrance, and some boughs are sold with small, clustered cones intact. Whereas garlands are often sold by length, boughs are usually sold by weight.

Traditional

Boughs are perfect for placing in the center of a table for a centerpiece, which can be accented with natural elements such as winter berries or interspersed with candles in hurricane-style lanterns.

Boughs are also traditionally placed along the top of a fireplace hearth, and they can be decorated with bows or ornaments and hung on walls or doors.

Unexpected

Boughs can be placed in plant containers or large vases and decorated as mini Christmas

trees without adhering to the Christmas theme. Decorating these mini trees can be an exercise in creativity as you choose to ornament the tree with quirky memorabilia or elements that form a theme.

Suspend colorful, artificial birds from boughs, or hang small wrapped party favors rom the branches to create a fun surprise for guests that’s also a takehome treat. Place creative bough arrangements in the bathroom to add a fresh scent, or put them in large, potted planters outside the front door to welcome guests.

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W RE ATHS

Wreaths are circle-shaped arrangements of greenery traditionally placed on the front door or on the front of a home as a welcome symbol.

Besides the holiday tree, a wreath may be one of the most common decoration elements incorporated into the home for the holiday season.

Traditional

Wreaths are most often adorned with a single large bow, often in colors of red, green, white, and gold.

Sometimes other ornaments are added, including those that could be placed on a Christmas tree.

The front door is an obvious and appropriate place for the wreath, as it’s the home’s welcome center, but wreaths are also often placed in windows on the front of a home.

Unexpected

Think of a wreath as a nesting place for hanging fun objects. If you’re having a winter hot-buttered rum party, for example, choose to put a

large wreath on a kitchen wall, and hook drinking mugs for guests onto the wreath’s frame. The central, circular frame makes a wreath sturdy enough to hook other objects that can be part of a visual display or even a meal. If you want to stick with the bow convention, choose an exciting pattern that’s sure to draw interest or fit with your theme.

Despite your best efforts, live greenery likely won’t last for months. Keep any live creations out of direct sunlight, south-facing windows, and excessively dry areas of the home. As fireplace mantles are traditional locations for greenery, be especially careful to avoid fire hazards, and if the mantle gets warm, choose another location for your live design. While products such as Wilt Pruf® plant protector may help extend the life of greenery, it may also mask its desirable scent. Choose to purchase greenery before a special occasion, and plan to refresh it throughout the winter season.

Wreaths are a great way to play with colors.

Marty Jones is the owner and manager of Colorado Alpines & Wildflower Farm in Edwards. Marty has lived in the Vail area since 1973, and his work with Colorado Alpines & Wildflower Farm has inspired extraordinary landscapes and gardens in the Vail Valley and beyond. Marty can be reached at marty@thewildflowerfarm.com.

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furnishings in person is even better than scrolling through them on Pinterest. Alpine Ambiance has two locations in the Vail Valley, and offers an eclectic array of custom and handcrafted decorative accessories, lighting, art and gifts, as well as a collection of ladies’ apparel and jewelry.

“If you are looking to decorate your home, or yourself, we’ve got the goods,” says Jan Rosenthal Townsend, co-owner with her husband, Jay Townsend.

The couple started their window covering division, Shadey Deals, as a mobile business venture in 1991. For over two decades they have offered window covering products like Hunter Douglas blinds, shades and shutters, along with an array of fabric window treatments, including draperies, stationary side panels, valances, bedding, pillows and re-upholstery.

“We provide free, in-home estimates, complimentary custom design consultations … we do the expert installation ourselves, along with providing a repair service,” explains Rosenthal.

“We also now provide top-ofthe-line retractable screen doors and they have been a huge hit.” vail valley home : What is the experience of going into one of your custom interiors galleries? jan rosenthal townsend : We love people! All of our customers are met with a friendly smile and conversation. We try to go the extra mile to point out our best sellers, new and sale items, and we let people know about the vast decorating services we offer. Alpine Ambiance has literally thousands of unique, fun items to peruse.

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At Shadey Deals, Jan Rosenthal Townsend offers countless beautiful and functional window treatments.

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How do you help clients create specialized interiors for their homes? jrt : We always provide free, in-home design consultations so that we can get a feel of each client’s taste and style before making recommendations. We recognize that the interior of one’s home, even if it is just a simple window treatment, is the most intimate expression of personality and lifestyle, so we enjoy the rewarding challenge of finding just the right thing for all of our clients.

Our forte is making design and color recommendations based on each client’s individual needs, along with free in-home consultations and very competitive pricing.

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Why are window coverings an integral part of interior design and comfort? jrt : It has been said that windows are the “eyes to the soul” in a home, and window coverings help provide warmth, sun control, privacy, texture and color. In many ways, they set the tone within an entire room. Selecting the right products — based on window size and orientation — is critical to the overall look in each room.

settings that have simple classic lines, utilizing neutral elements with a splash of color in fabrics, art, rugs and accessories.

The most important thing is to use furnishings, art and accessories that reflect the unique individuality of each of our client’s tastes. Rock and stone, rich woods and leather furniture are still everpopular, timeless elements.

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What are some of the most popular/trendy interior design styles that you have seen recently? jrt : We love totally timeless styles and designs — those that can last for years and not be “trendy,” so we strive to create room

SHADEY DEALS (in-home appointments) — call 970-926-2888.

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EDWARDS, COLORADO | 38+ ACRES | $5,000,000 Create a legacy home or family compound on this exceptional 38+ acre parcel with abundant water rights and epic 360 degree views of the Sawatch Mountain Ranch and Lake Creek Valley. Add ponds and cascading water features and enjoy this prestigious year-round location in the Vail Valley. Improvements such as electricity and gas have already been added. Downtown Edwards: 4.4 miles.

Jet Center: 24.5 miles. Vail: 19 miles. Beaver Creek: 9 miles.

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VAIL, COLORADO. $1,699,000 | FURNISHED 5 BEDROOM | 4 BATH | SINGLE FAMILY On Gore Creek and surrounded by the White River National Forest and the free shuttle route. All new exterior includes a huge deck, hot tub, roof, siding, and stone work. Sold fully furnished, clean, turn-key and ready to move in.

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VAIL, COLORADO | $1,600,000 | 3 BEDROOM | 3 BATH This two level penthouse condo is surrounded by the White River National Forest and has stunning views of the Gore Range. From the buildings private heated garage, take the elevator to the top floor where you enter through double doors to your luxury residence. Immaculate, clean, on free shuttle route, and ready for the ski season. Plenty of opportunities to add your personal touch.

Having grown up in the Vail Valley, Malia earned a B.S. in Business Administration with an emphasis in marketing from the University of Colorado at Boulder followed by finishing 6th in her class from Denver University Law School.

As the former owner of one of the largest and most reputable property management companies in Vail, Malia and her husband Jay currently own Vail Construction Group and Vail Millworks providing some of the most beautiful luxury construction, woodwork, cabinetry and custom furniture in the Vail Valley. Malia is one of the top producing Realtors in Vail based upon sales volume and is known as one of the most tech savvy Realtors in the Vail Valley.

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“Malia took on a very complicated real estate transaction and was able to pull off a small miracle! Some deals require someone that works at a higher dedicated level which Malia provides. I highly recommend Malia for real estate business requirements. She is intelligent, personable, and has a high level of integrity” — Mitchell Karlin

PROPERTY SPOTLIGHT

HAWK’S NEST AT UPPE R BUCKHOR N VALLEY

Welcome Home to Hawk’s Nest New homes mean a new way of living

by KATHY FILGO • photos courtesy of GREEN VALLEY HOMES AND SLIFER SMITH & FRAMPTON REAL ESTATE

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Nest at Upper Buckhorn Valley, where the views are spectacular; there’s no need to worry about the outdoor maintenance, and brand-new feels oh-so-good. And whether you’re looking for a first home, a vacation home, investment property, or a home for retirement with a knock-out location but not a knock-out price, Hawk’s Nest

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could be the place for you!

Nestled in beautiful, rolling, sage-covered hills in between Eagle and Gypsum, Hawk’s Nest is a beautiful new community that presents new duplex homes that will total 22 residences in Phase I. And just because you’re giving up high prices does not mean you are giving up exquisite features.

A main floor master bedroom with his-and-her closets and

PROPERTY PROFILE • Hawk’s Nest at Upper Buckhorn Valley • New Duplex Residences • 3 & 4 bedroom floorplans available • Oversized 2-car garage • Fenced yard • Starting at $369,000 • Investment Opportunities Available • Pricing and Specs subject to change without notice

LISTING AGENT DIDI DOOLITTLE Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate 970.477.5703 ddoolittle@slifer.net HAWKSNEST. VAILREALESTATE.COM

private bath presents a very convenient floorplan for both the young and the young at heart.

The kitchen is graced with granite countertops and stainless appliances and enjoys the gas fireplace that faces the living room and dining room.

Upstairs are a nicely sized family room and guest bedrooms — or bedrooms for the kids — and a full bath. The skillful design with common space on two levels allows for several activities to be comfortably conducted at the same time with a certain amount of privacy, such as studying, TV watching, entertaining or just relaxing.

And the views of Castle Peak and surrounding mountains cannot be underestimated: They are simply gorgeous.

Your home at Hawk’s Nest is NAHB (National Association of Home Builders) Green Certified, complete with energyefficient appliances, which equals a cost savings for you.

Homes are 100 percent built on-site with materials that are of renewable and low-eco-impacting construction. The high-end

insulation for sound and heat will also impact your pocketbook favorably, while creating a sound barrier to the exterior.

Picture how much freer your life could be without the burden of exterior maintenance. Instead of mowing the lawn or painting the house, you could be hiking and biking on the many trails in the surrounding Hardscrabble BLM area, or hitting the slopes in nearby Beaver Creek or Vail. Your front yard as well as your fenced-in backyard will be fully maintained by the Homeowners Association along with exterior painting and roof maintenance (including repair and replacement if ever needed).

Not only does low-maintenance living provide you with more time to do the things you enjoy but you will have a greater sense of security when taking short or extended periods of time away from your home. And should you determine to use your home as a rental property, you can be confident that the exterior of your investment will always look pristine.

When you live in Hawk’s

Nest your community will continually reflect a beautiful, well-cared-for appearance.

This private, new neighborhood boasts abundant wildlife and a nature park, all bordering miles and miles of BLM land.

Yet Hawk’s Nest is only a short distance from Gypsum’s top-rated schools, the Eagle County Airport, Gypsum Creek Golf Course,

Gypsum Recreation Center, the public library, Lundgren Theatre and so much more.

This is a lovely, friendly community with new homes and a new way of living. Hawk’s Nest is a real hidden gem that will captivate you. Come and take a peek — you may decide to stay.

Contact Didi Doolittle for your personal showing.

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the mountain scene Elements and textures from around the world contribute to Vail’s sense of style – BY BETH POTTER –

Vail Valley’s interior designers are having a moment.

Make that a “mountain moment.”

It’s a global, well-traveled look filled with up-to-date textures and colors, served up with a unique mountain twist.

Think rustic, organic wood and a relaxed feel. The highcountry vibe is luxe and low-down all at once.

Trendsetters around the country look to Vail to find out what’s new on the mountain scene. These designers deliver.

PHOTO COURTESY WORTH INTERIORS

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ersonal taste and professional focus drive the interior design work of Eddy Doumas. His modern contemporary aesthetic includes a glass-blowing artisan from Seattle and hard-to-find fabrics.

“I love the clean, tailored mountain homes,” Doumas says. “It’s time for something new.”

“New” often means making a fabric statement – hand-woven wools and cozy winter-sweater-looking knits. Cashmere and alpaca yield a broad array of colors.

Doumas focuses closely on what clients are asking for, then creates a personalized look.

“We really engage the client to participate,” Doumas says. “It should be a really fun experience.”

Some of his favorites to use in the Vail Valley currently include a Milo Baughman chrome chair covered in faux fur and anything from Troscan Design and Furnishings in Chicago.

John Pomp is the glass blower Doumas has worked with for years who does one-of-a-kind chandelier pieces; Jonathan Browning Studios in San Francisco offers lighting design.

Style is important, but comfort is key to Vail Valley’s outdoor lifestyle. Whether clients can afford to spend $100 or $10,000 on the living room table, they want it to be able to take a beating, Doumas says.

“The purpose here is not to show off. It’s family-oriented,” Doumas says.

“Every client wants to come home and put their feet up on their coffee table.”

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Color palettes are important at Worth Interiors — two or three key colors per room.

And Doumas gets inspiration from travels both near and far — from Worth Interiors locations in New York, the Hamptons and TOWN Studios, the Denver showroom, to regular trips to Milan and Paris.

Other designers across the country copy

elements of Worth Interiors’ designs, Doumas says. He considers it the best form of compliment.

“It keeps me on my toes,” Doumas says. “I want to be the coolest, new thing happening.”

At Worth Interiors, designer Eddy Doumas favors clean, tailored mountain homes with selective color palettes and intriguing fabrics.

PHOTOS COURTESY WORTH INTERIORS

LYON DESIGN GR O UP — E DWAR DS, C OLOR ADO // DALLAS LYON

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allas Lyon coined the phrase “organic mixology” to describe her style.

It’s a juxtaposition of the timeless and the classic, the fun and the eclectic — with maybe one or two rustic pieces countering a contemporary setting or an unexpectedly contemporary artwork hung in a more traditional setting.

Lyon likes to help visualize what a client wants, then use her vast network of suppliers and craftspeople to help make that vision a reality.

For example, she and a client installed a custom-made vertical fish tank into a kitchen-great room remodel in Singletree in one recent adventure.

Other times, she might paint an iconic mountain decor item an offbeat color or add an iridescent shine. Years ago, when it seemed everyone wanted to get rid of antler chandeliers, Lyon bought one, painted it red, and made it a focal point of a redesigned room, for example.

“It’s not the main point but something quirky,” Lyon says. “I try to maintain freshness and not be too hokey.”

Dallas Lyon collabLyon used a yard rake on a orated with client plaster/concrete mix to create the Robert Spangler and architect Kyle Webb texture she wanted for a dining on a kitchen-great room wall in a Vail remodel room remodel, which included installing a recently. A huge mirror and vertical fish tank. lighting sconces framed the wall, PHOTOS BY CHARLES TOWNSEND BESSENT balanced on the other side of the room by a grass wall covering.

She’s not afraid of color, either, on the walls, as an accent, sometimes even on the ceiling. A dramatic light scheme she creates might draw the viewer from a long hallway to room with a view of the mountains.

“The element of surprise is around every corner,” Lyon says.

Artwork is a very personal element of interior design for clients, and Lyon is not afraid to jump in, often shopping for art with them. She also has commissioned artworks, from the likes of Carrie Fell and other artists well loved in the valley.

“Times are constantly changing, and people are changing. As long as it looks good, and it’s comfortable and they love it, I’m keeping it lively,” Lyon says.

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unction and beauty are key elements in Patti Dixon’s design world.

So is color.

Lime-green cabinets at floor level and dark wood cabinets up top strike a dramatic pose in a recent East Vail kitchen project. A white countertop with a colorful, confetti-like finish tops the kitchen island. On the wall, a bright, white tile backsplash and shiny vent hood complete the look. The effect is fun and playful.

In a Cordillera great room and kitchen, Dixon uses a dusty, chambray blue color in pillows and cabinets to set the tone in another recent project. Other calming earth-tone hues include various distressed woods used in barstools and walls contrasted with a zebrastriped black and white oversized ottoman.

Dixon is passionate about listening to clients to help them create the environments they want. Clients fill out extensive lifestyle questionnaires to explain the dynamics of how they live and how they like to use their homes.

“I listen and understand my clients’ preferences, then transform what they have into something they love but did not know possible,” Dixon says.

She often starts with an artwork or a prized rug as a catalyst for the change — using the piece to drive other decisions. Taking it up a notch, Dixon often shops with her clients for artwork or purchases it for them. She solicits pictures and designs of what the client wants, then goes to work.

Dixon came to Vail in 1981 from Grand Cayman Island, where she met her late husband, Dick. She previously did commercial work in hotels and office buildings in Texas and the Caribbean.

Dixon already is busy this fall with holiday decorating deadlines.

She’s also designing a new ski room for an existing client.

“I can’t think of another career I would love more than this,” Dixon says.

A bold approach to using color is one of the hallmarks of designer Patti Dixon, as evidenced in two recent projects, a great room in Cordillera and a kitchen in East Vail.

PHOTOS COURTESY PATTI DIXON DESIGN

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Leadership Through Change Vail Board of REALTORS® announces Doug Landin 2015 REALTOR of the Year

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ome of the best leaders

of our time aren’t in it for the glory but rather for the service of their community. These leaders possess specific, recognizable characteristics: vision, passion, courage, wisdom, generosity and trustworthiness. Our choice to follow these leaders is not arbitrary, but unconscious, and great leadership is particularly important during times of change.

For the past 36 years, the Vail Board of REALTORS® (VBR) has honored real estate leaders in our community who exhibit these traits with humility, professionalism and dedication to the industry on a local and state level. This year, Julie Retzlaff, past REALTOR® of the Year, had the privilege to announce Doug Landin as 2015 REALTOR® of the Year.

“Having been in Doug’s position last year, I know what it feels like to receive such an honor from my peers.

It made presenting DOUG the award to him that much more exciting,” says Retzlaff. “As part of the selection committee, you gain an understanding of how meaningful this award is.”

Long road of leadership Landin’s leadership path in the Vail Valley is long and wide like the Riva Ridge trail on Vail Mountain. He arrived here in 1975 as a ski instructor for Vail Resorts. His passion for the outdoors has translated into everything he does within our Rocky Mountain region.

Consistently a top real estate producer, Landin works hard, then goes above and beyond to facilitate change. He was a

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VBR board member from 2002 through 2010. In 2011, he was elected VBR Chair at a trying time. Deep in recession, when distressed homes and job loss blanketed the news, Landin kept the organization moving forward.

Although it was rough, Landin supported the MLS change to Rapattoni, a more robust system for listing and tracking properties.

As with most technology upgrades, this one came with trials that he handled with consistency. He also was instrumental in updating the lock-box system to our current, more efficient approach. And, during his tenure as Chair, the VBR experienced some of its highest participation.

While serving as VBR Chair in 2011 and Past Chair in 2012, Landin also served on the Colorado Board of REALTORS® (CAR) from 2010 through 2012, representing our real estate community at the state and national level. An arLANDIN dent supporter of REALTORS® Political Action Committee (RPAC), Landin’s efforts ensured the VBR met state and national RPAC goals. Landin continued representation at the state level in 2013/14 serving as the Mountain District Vice President and a member of the Legislative Policy Committee (LPC), a time intensive position particularly during the state legislative sessions.

When asked how it felt to receive the REALTOR® of the Year award, Landin was truly modest. “I had no idea this was coming to me,” he says. “It was very humbling.

I’m very appreciative to be recognized by the board and

Past REALTORS of the Year, left to right- Rod Slifer, Patti Brave, Diana Mathias, Sue Rychel, Karen Wilhelm, Bill Wilto, Kathy Cole, Brian Woodell, Julie Retzlaff, Larry Agneberg and Cynthia Kruse.

grateful for the opportunity to serve over the years.”

True to form, he is most proud of the opportunity to give back. “Although upgrading to Rapattoni and the lock-box system were both important, I think being a part of the legislative decision-making process as VP of the Mountain District was the most rewarding,” says Landin. “Representing our board and reviewing bills that went through at the state and national level was exciting. As part of the LPC, I gave our area a voice on important topics like property rights, real estate values and homeownership issues.”

Recognizing a leader What does it take to earn this award? The criteria are specific and the competition is steep. Nominees must be VBR members in good standing for no less than five years. They must consistently exhibit a high degree of professionalism. Additionally, the nominees should participate in civic activity, CARHOF and/ or RPAC, be active in CAR at the state level, a recognized business leader through

conduct and accomplishments, and an ambassador of the real estate profession. According to Retzlaff, nominations are submitted by the VBR general membership for review by a selection committee comprised of all past REALTOR® of the Year recipients.

“Strong leaders must be passionate about this profession and truly care about protecting the future of our industry as well as the rights of homeownership.

There are many issues being discussed on Capitol Hill and within our state that we must play an active role in.”

Retzlaff continues, “Being open to change and new ideas is crucial. Technology is ever changing. We must adapt and stay at the forefront with our entire organization. This takes consistent, dedicated leadership.”

The VBR congratulates Doug Landin, 2015 REALTOR® of the Year, for his commitment, professionalism and service to the real estate industry as a whole and specifically here in the Vail Valley.

Visit VBR.net for additional information about Vail Valley real estate.

NOW ONLY $480,000 Desired floor plan with mountain views. Amenities incl front desk, shuttle during ski season, TOV bus stop directly in back of bldg, large indoor pool, large outdoor hot tub, storage, ski, & bike storage, enclosed parking, workout & party room & more! A fantastic value, walk to Vail Village and Lionshead.

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CONGRATULATIONS TO VAIL REALTORS® 2015/2016 LEADERSHIP!

In a recent ceremony that was widely attended by members and affiliates of the Vail Board of REALTORS® VBR and Vail Multi-list Service VMLS, held at Vista at Arrowhead, the group installed its new officers and directors, and honored the commitment and service of its outgoing board.

The event was officiated by outgoing VBR Chair Onie Bolduc, incoming VBR Chair Terry Nolan and VMLS Chair Eileen Duke.

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NEW LISTINGS YTD 2014:

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Manor Vail Residence 251

This Platinum Rated 2 bedroom, 3 bath condominium is just 50 yards from the Golden Peak base area and Children’s Ski School. It’s adjacent to Vail Village, Betty Ford Alpine Gardens and Gerald Ford Amphitheater. Offered furnished for $1,950,000

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One Arrowhead Place A304

CLOSED SALES YTD 2014:

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This beautifully furnished 2 bed, 3 ½ bath, air conditioned condominium is just steps from Arrowhead’s high speed quad lift with easy ski access to Bachelor Gulch and Beaver Creek. Amenities include underground parking, extra storage, large ski locker and a community pool. Asking $1,200,000

SOLD

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95.4%

YTD 2015:

Lodge at Brookside #209

96.2%

This beautifully maintained 2 bed, 3 bath condominium enjoys views of the Eagle River (short walk to the Beaver Creek bus). Amenities include a pool, exercise room, underground assigned parking, extra storage and a ski locker.

Offered furnished for $598,000

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CORDILLERA 145 Alcazar Drive $889,000

EAGLE RANCH 4 MacDonald Street $419,500

E AGLE V AIL 1201 Eagle Drive $2,350,000

E AGLE V AIL 1434 Deer Blvd. #A $625,000

Seasons Change - Now is the time to begin living the Cordillera lifestyle! As the lowest priced offering in Cordillera - Act Now to take advantage of all this special home has to offer.

CONTACT: Patricia Aubel, 970-331-1641, patricia@buyvail.net

Best location, end unit with views to open space and Castle Peak. Quality built, stainless appliances, granite counter tops, alder cabinets, 9’ ceilings, gas heat & fireplace. Don’t miss this one!

CONTACT: Roger Wilkinson, 970-470-1550, rogerwilkinson@remax.net

Luxury Home located just minutes from Beaver Creek and Vail. Expansive views with incredible sunsets.

Intimate for families yet versatile to accommodate larger parties. 6439 SQ FT.

HUGE views to Vail from this spacious, remodeled 4BR / 3.5BA home. All new appliances, gas, FP 2 car garage and sunny deck. Main-level master too!

CONTACT: Double Diamond Real Estate, Sondra Slappey or Lucie Woodward, 970-376-7979, www.InvestinVail.net

SINGLETREE 1151 Singletree Rd #B $925,000

Beautifully renovated south facing home on a large lot with mature landscaping. An open floor plan combines kitchen, dining and living.

You will love the large Master suite complete with sitting area.

CONTACT: Laura Lynn, 970-904-7835,

lauralynn@kw.com

RED SANDSTONE Breakaway West #525 $445,000

Lowest priced 3 bed condo in Sandstone.

Excellent short-term rental property.

South facing, steps to the Sandstone bus stop or a short walk to Lionshead via pedestrian overpass. Gas fireplace, new washer/dryer.

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John Nichols or Bart Cuomo 970-476-8800 or 970-331-6611

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VAIL 1896 West Gore Creek $2,995,000

VAIL Elk Meadows @ Buffehr Creek Rd - LOT 3 $3,600,000

Recently completed, new construction in highly sought after West Vail neighborhood, steps away from the in-town bus route. 3 story, single family residence. 5 beds, 5.5 bath & elevator.

CONTACT: Craig Cohn, 970-389-1606, craig@solarisvail.com, www.solarisrealestatevail.com

New Construction & 90% complete. Magnificent, custom designed luxury residence. South-facing. 5 beds/5 baths. Gorgeous setting w/ no I-70 impact.

CONTACT: Craig Cohn, 970-389-1606

craig@solarisvail.com, www.solarisrealestatevail.com

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VAIL VILLAGE 9 Vail Road #25 $1,749,000

Renovated furnished 3 bedroom, 2 bath condo in Vail Village. Front Desk, outdoor pool, hot tub and underground parking! Strong vacation rental history.

CONTACT:

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VBR SERVICE DIRECTORY

9 East Realty (970) 949-4986 Access Properties of Vail (970) 390-0988

Belle’s Camp Properties (970) 471-4071

Access Real Estate of Colorado (970) 328-9519

Berg Real Estate, Inc. (970) 376-0215

Advantage Real Estate (970) 926-1155 Al Williams Real Estate (970) 471-1200 Alpine Mgmt. & R.E. Services (970) 855-0083 Alpine Resort Real Estate (970) 845-9599 Altima Group (970) 390-7020 Angelo’s Appraisal (970) 845-5056 Anthony Sears Appraisal (970) 376-7226 Antlers At Vail Real Estate (970) 476-2471 AP Resort Concepts (970) 390-3703 Appraisal Services of Vail (970) 476-3126 Ascent Sotheby’s Realty Bridge (970) 476-7944 Ascent Sotheby’s Realty Cov (970) 476-7944 ASE Real Estate (970) 328-3792 Atencio Real Estate (970) 376-6570 Avenue Realty/ Mountain Property (720) 227-5040 Backhus & Associates (970) 471-0440 Barbara Meese Realty Inc (970) 280-5200 Beaver Creek Mgt./CO. Ranch (970) 926-1122 52

Bella Vista Properties (970) 331-2115

Berkshire Hathaway - BCL (970) 845-8440 Berkshire Hathaway EDW (970) 926-8440 Berkshire Hathaway - ER (970) 328-2482

Century 21 Mountain Luxury (970) 333-9318 Christiania Realty, Inc. (970) 477-7850

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Keller Williams Mtn Properties (970) 328-2327

Elizabeth D. Macleod,Appraiser (970) 926-7817

Keller Williams Mtn Properties (970) 476-1600

Epic Consultants, LLC (970) 328-3456

Ken Wilson Broker LLC (970) 390-1320

Equitana Realty (970) 328-5455

Kim Tofferi, Broker (970) 390-4701

Eustaquio Cortina Real Estate (970) 376-6192

King Realty (970) 688-4843

Patricia Nixon RE Sales & Rent (970) 476-7582

Field of Streams (970) 390-7565

KKS Property Mngmnt & RE Sales (970) 328-6890

Pattison Mountain Properties (970) 476-9124

Four Seasons Realty, LLC (970) 926-5990

Landreth Companies LLC (970) 361-1800

Garton Real Estate (970) 524-4116

Lindvall Mountain Real Estate (970) 390-2695

Peak Service Realty & Mgmt.

(970) 949-4886

Gary Harder, Appraiser (719) 337-1692 Gary Shields, Appraiser (970) 328-7735

Churchill Real Estate Co. (970) 471-0420

Gateway Land & Development - Edwards (970) 926-6777

Coldwell Banker Devonshire (970) 530-0311

Gateway Land & Development - Vail (970) 790-6777

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