D U R AN G O DR E A M H O M E
DURANGO DREAM HOME – REYNOLDS ASH + ASSOCIATES by Elizabeth Miller
Lakes, mountains, a connection to nature ‒ all key elements to a forever home that creates an idyllic escape. Emerging from the pines a few miles from the base of Wolf Creek Pass, a stunning home surrounded by mountains offers a return to peace and tranquility. Inspired by the beauty of nature, the house features floor-to-ceiling windows for maximum light and incredible views, an open layout that encourages a sense of flow, and outdoor spaces that entice the senses. It was with these elements in mind that the owners reached out to Brad Ash of
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Reynolds Ash + Associates to design and build their perfect retreat. A personal component of Reynolds Ash + Associates is their reliance on word of mouth to attract clients, which in a small town like Durango or Pagosa Springs means understanding the unique style and process of an architectural firm. Founded in 2002, this firm takes on a diverse mix of projects in the Durango and Pagosa Springs area. A unique element of this client/architect relationship was that Ash and Reynolds worked with the owners on every detail, start to finish ‒ from
finding a picturesque piece of property with just-right views to considering the sounds around the home: wind whispering through the pines, and water tripping over stones create the outdoor ambience of this one-of-a-kind dwelling. Incorporating the natural elements of the surrounding landscape was paramount to the client. One of the more unique elements is a small creek that meanders through the property, even ducking under the structure between the garage and the house, to provide an invitation to nature as well as functionality: The stream also
