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Over the past 16 years, Mountain Living has showcased a wide range of dramatic home renovations. But as we began to plan for 2010, we realized that the time was right to devote an entire issue to the subject. After all, these days many high-country dwellers are opting to hold off on building new mountain homes, and are focusing instead on making the most of what they’ve got. Architects, builders and interior designers, in turn, are faced with new and exciting challenges as they work with the constraints presented by dated—and often poorly designed—spaces. It wasn’t until I began learning the stories behind the home renovations featured in this issue that it really dawned on me just how much skill these makeovers require. Take the Telluride, Colorado, penthouse featured on page 70. Architect Lynn Taylor Lohr took one look at the original home’s dark and dingy hot tub room and envisioned an elegant living space with floor-toceiling walls of glass that open to spectacular mountain views. And interior designer Kari Demond looked at that same room’s drab yellow walls, dated wood trim and mangled metal mini blinds and imagined a sophisticated new palette of warm colors, rich textures and luxe materials. I don’t know about you, but I have a hard enough time imagining what a throw pillow will look like on my living room sofa, so when it comes to taking down walls, moving windows and doors and rearranging entire floor plans, I’m absolutely in awe of the pros who can pull it off. On the following pages, you’ll find a wide range of reimagined spaces—from a mountain retreat crafted from the old parts and pieces of an antique mining bunkhouse (page 62), to a dreary 1960s ranch-style house made light, bright and inviting (page 78)—and you’ll hear from the architects and designers behind them. For me, their insights and suggestions help make the idea of a renovation seem less like an ordeal and more like a rare opportunity to explore the possibilities a space possesses and bring the very best of them to life. Best wishes,
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YOU’VE BEEN IN THE INDUSTRY FOR MORE THAN 25 YEARS. HOW HAS HIGH-COUNTRY DESIGN EVOLVED IN THAT TIME?
The past few decades have told the story of America’s love affair with second homes. When I arrived in Vail, vacation homes were like camps—very simply designed for sleeping the maximum number of family and friends in the minimum amount of space. But in the late 80s, that concept began evolving into what became the mega-homes of the 90s and early 2000s, which were often more comfortable and beautiful than the owners’ primary homes. Today, there’s a new trend toward more moderate and modest second homes that don’t sacrifice quality and style. WHAT’S CATCHING YOUR EYE THESE DAYS? My favorite direction right now is a mix of classic Palladian architecture from
Beth Slifer Interior Designer Slifer Designs Edwards, CO sliferdesigns.com
Italy and England mixed with modern furniture and clean lines. I think that captures today’s new preference for elegant simplicity; the stripping away of excessive clutter and over-the-top embellishments. Even in magazines, you see fewer homes with massive collections of little odds and ends and many more livable, easier-to-maintain spaces. HOW ABOUT MODERN IN THE MOUNTAINS? There’s a new experiment going on with ‘mountain-modern’ style, but I think
most clients want a very modified version of modern. They don’t want to sacrifice comfort or feel that it’s too minimalist.
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the chameleons MANY DESIGNERS HAVE A SIGNATURE LOOK, BUT YOU SEEM TO SWITCH GEARS QUITE EFFORTLESSLY. HOW DO YOU DO THAT? Berkley: We really want each space to reflect our
clients more than us. We want that space to have its own personality. We don’t want someone to walk in and say, ‘Oh, this is a Vallone design.’ Donna: We’re always looking for new vendors and places to shop and markets to attend so we don’t get into a rut. We try to build in enough time to search far and wide for unique things. TELL US ONE OF YOUR GO-TO DESIGN RESOURCES. Berkley: Liz’s Antique Hardware (lahardware.com) in Los Angeles. We just found some salvaged brass doorknobs there stamped with the words ‘New York Public Schools.’ Everyone in the store is full of ideas for how to give an old piece new life. Donna: I love 1stdibs.com. Even though we’re in Phoenix, we can access antique stores all over the country. HAVE YOU SEEN A SHIFT IN WHAT CLIENTS EXPECT FROM A MOUNTAIN HOME? Berkley: When I started
out 10 years ago, the Tuscan look was just starting. There were lots of Venetian plaster walls and dark, earthy color palettes. But recently, I’ve seen a huge swing to light color palettes and finishes, and textures rather than heavy fabrics and patterns. In primary homes, I’ve seen the great room fall out of fashion and formal rooms come back. There’s a movement toward smaller, more intimate spaces.
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DONNA & BERKLEY VALLONE PORTRAIT: WERNER SEGARRA / INTERIOR: CHRISTIAN BLOK | VALERIE YAW & SHERI SANZONE YAW PORTRAIT & EXTERIOR: JASON DEWEY, COURTESY BLUEGREEN / SANZONE PORTRAIT: COURTESY BLUEGREEN | LISA KANNING PORTRAIT: ANDREA MOORE / INTERIOR: RIC STOVALL
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Valerie Yaw & Sheri Sanzone Landscape Architects, Bluegreen Aspen, CO, bluegreenaspen.com YOUR LANDSCAPE DESIGNS ARE OFTEN LIKE NOTHING WE’VE SEEN BEFORE. WHAT GOES INTO CREATING AN OUTOF-THE-BOX DESIGN? Pushing the envelope when it comes
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to materials and how they’re put together is unique to our style of landscape architecture. We also emphasize the use of an outdoor space—and how that outdoor space can influence behaviors. Very clean, strong forms; a refined palette of materials; and general design principles such as repetition, rhythm and pattern, lighting and texture, are all elements that we bring to our landscape designs. And, of course, inherent to all of those is sustainability. WHAT KEEPS YOUR CREATIVE JUICES FLOWING? There’s a tremendous art community connected to the Aspen Art Museum. Its members [who have personal collections] often open their homes to visitors. We attend those events and often incorporate what we’ve seen into our designs. WHAT’S NEW NOW? The American Society of Landscape
Architects, in partnership with other organizations, has created Sustainable Sites, a system for rating the sustainability of building sites and landscapes that’s similar to LEED for Homes. The U.S. Green Building Council has been looking into incorporating it under its umbrella and, as a result, there will be growing consumer awareness that [sustainability] is an important consideration for any project.
Lisa Kanning Interior Designer, Worth Interiors Avon & Denver, CO, worthhome.net EACH ONE OF YOUR DESIGNS TAKES US TO A NEW PLACE. WHAT’S YOUR MOST INSPIRING DESTINATION?
Greece. The simplest revelation to be gleaned there is that white has such strength. When you put stark white against the blue waters of the Aegean, they seem to be on the same level: one is devoid of color and the other so saturated, yet they are equally intense. For interiors, white is a great accent color. The contrast of a gleaming white vessel surrounded by a warm field of fabrics and furnishings can be very eye-catching, yet not overpowering. WHAT COLOR ARE YOU JUST ITCHING TO USE?
Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of a deep purple—a rich aubergine color—and I’ve been dying to use that mixed with more taupey, beigy neutrals. DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE DESIGN RESOURCE?
Decorati.com is my one-stop, go-to place for all the best home furnishings lines. It makes my life so easy. DO YOU PLAY BY THE DESIGN “RULES?” There are
very few rules that can’t be broken. When I’m working within a certain period, I think that breaking the rules is key. So for example, I might add a modern Lucite piece to a 19th-century antique interior.
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Teresa Rosano Architect, Ibarra Rosano Design Architects Tucson, AZ, ibarrarosano.com HOW DOES THE LANDSCAPE SHAPE YOUR DESIGNS?
Rather than envisioning a structure’s form first and placing it on a site, I think and work in reverse. A structure’s form is the result of the space that’s already there; I’m just defining that space. I consider the energy that flows through the site—the path of the sun, the breezes, views and vegetation—and respond to those cues. WHAT’S THE MOST INSPIRING THING YOU’VE SEEN LATELY?
Just yesterday, as my husband and I traveled to Patagonia, Arizona, we saw something that people in most parts of the country would consider commonplace: Some of the little (usually dry) creeks were running across the road. In Tucson we see that so infrequently, so it’s really special. It’s a reminder of the importance of water conservation in our region, which is something I’d like to incorporate into our projects whenever possible. WHAT MAKES A DESIGN TIMELESS? It’s timeless when it
rings true for generations. An example can be found in the Barrio Histórico District, south of downtown Tucson. It’s home to some very old, traditional adobe row houses that have courtyards in the middle and breezeways that let the air circulate. They’re responding to real issues, from the climate to the way people live, and that makes them timeless—and also very modern.
Suzanne Allen-Guerra Architect, Allen-Guerra Design Build Breckenridge, CO, allen-guerra.com YOU’RE KNOWN FOR CRAFTSMANSHIP AND ATTENTION TO DETAIL. WHY ARE THE DETAILS SO IMPORTANT? Years ago, I came across
a photo of American architect Mary Coulter that really stuck with me. This tiny 80-year-old woman is standing next to a rock wall of her design and making the masons rip the stone off because it wasn’t quite right. It was an inspiration. Architecture is in the details. Without attention to detail, architecture is void of depth. The average person appreciates the small-scale things they touch and experience much more than the overall composition. WHAT’S THE MOST INSPIRING THING YOU’VE SEEN LATELY?
There’s a trio of Seattle-based architects who started a design firm called Graypants (graypants.com); I think they’re awesome. I love the fact that these guys are recycling cardboard, plywood scraps and shipping pallets and creating the coolest pieces of furniture. For the right project, I might consider using some of the same materials for my custom furniture designs. WHAT SUSTAINABLE DESIGN ELEMENTS SHOULD BE INCORPORATED INTO EVERY NEW HOME? I’m a proponent of super-insulated
ceilings, walls and floor systems. There are so many options on the market these days and if it’s done at the outset, there’s not much additional cost—especially when you consider how much money that extra efficiency will save you in the long run.
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TERESA ROSANO PORTRAIT: CHRIS RICHARDS / INTERIOR: BILL TIMMERMAN | SUZANNE ALLEN-GUERRA PHOTOS COURTESY ALLEN-GUERRA DESIGN BUILD | CANDACE MILLER PORTRAIT & INTERIOR: GORDON GREGORY
the westerner WHAT SPARKED YOUR LOVE OF RUSTIC ARCHITECTURE? My father was a contractor (and a gold miner for
three months out of the year) and we used to salvage materials to build these funky little cabins in the woods for ourselves. That’s where it began. And Montana is just incredible. It has spoken to me in such a way that, for many of my projects, the architecture is somewhat secondary to the landscape. HOW DO YOU CAPTURE THE SPIRIT OF THE WEST? I really try to make a connection with the environment,
so a home’s interiors might lead to a screened porch that leads to an open porch that leads to a patio. I like to give a variety of those spaces to extend the living space and bring people closer to the ruggedness of the landscape, where they can experience that spirit. They can hear it, they can smell it, they can feel it.
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WHAT ARE THE HALLMARKS OF YOUR DESIGNS? I try to stick to simple massing and roof forms rather than using lots of frenetic forms. I also like to use beautifully weathered materials that look like they’ve been there forever. That way, [a structure] has a place in the environment immediately. WHAT’S INSPIRING YOU NOW? Barns. I keep bringing myself back to the very simple form of a barn.
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Jennifer Visosky Interior Designer, Grace Home Design Jackson Hole, WY, gracehomedesign.com HOW DO YOU TRANSLATE YOUR FASHION BACKGROUND TO INTERIORS? Just like in fashion, when it comes to
interiors, you can create a classic silhouette and change the accessories—artwork, rugs or throw pillows—from season to season. If you have a great, timeless bone structure, so to speak, it’s easy to freshen it up with new accessories that reflect your evolving tastes. WHAT’S THE MOST INSPIRING THING YOU’VE SEEN LATELY?
J. Lo’s dress at the Oscars. It was soft and serene but had that edge to it that was so cool. I immediately thought it would be fun to incorporate into an interior, especially a modern space that could be softened by a plush cashmere sofa or soft color—the opposite of what you’d expect. Many people think of stark white and sharp lines when they think about contemporary design, but this dress was a reminder of how you can soften the look. WHAT’S YOUR BEST ADVICE FOR WORKING WITH COLOR?
Kari Foster Interior Designer, Associates III Denver, CO, associates3.com WHAT LED YOU TO DESIGN “GREEN” BEFORE “GREEN” WAS IN?
In the 1970s, when we were just going into business, the modern environmental movement began, so we were a part of the industry’s first awkward steps toward sustainability. But as our firm evolved, we sort of got caught up in the idea of ‘bigger is better.’ Every year, I’d ask, ‘This year, what do you think about being more responsible in our designs?’ A few people were always on board, but we didn’t get to the tipping point until 10 years ago. Once we did, we hired an environmental consultant who facilitated the process of incorporating environmental values into our existing values. We didn’t do it because it was trendy. It was so not trendy; it was hardly even spoken of at the time. DO YOU THINK “GREEN” DESIGN IS HERE TO STAY?
Absolutely. People want healthy homes and they want to be responsible about their purchases. They want a home that gives back to the environment instead of taking from it. WHAT ARE THE HALLMARKS OF YOUR DESIGNS? We don’t have a look; we have a way. Someone once said that we’re really able to create ‘home,’ no matter what the style is.
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Just trust your gut. I think that most people really do have an eye for color, but they get into trouble when they start second-guessing themselves. Start with accents rather than walls and pieces of furniture, then work with colors that speak to you. You’ll be spending a lot of time in the space, so they should make you feel good—and look good on you.
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Petra Sattler-Smith Architect Mayer Sattler-Smith Anchorage, AK mayersattler-smith.com
ALASKA IS KNOWN FOR BIG SCENERY AND OPEN SPACES. HOW DOES THAT ENVIRONMENT SHAPE YOUR DESIGNS? I’m always trying to incorporate the natural environment into architecture and through architecture.
That’s a modern theory, and particularly in our environment up here, it’s so important. It’s the simple things: for example, that you should have a space in the house that faces south so you can feel the warmth during the few hours of daylight in the winter months. TELL US ABOUT YOUR DECISION TO BUILD SMALLER HOMES. Our projects are typically not as big as traditional
houses you’ll see here. I’m trying to educate our clients to put their money into materials rather than the larger house components they’ll hardly use anyway. I think that comes from my [German] background, because I come from a place where you had to be efficient in the use of space. You come to Alaska, and gosh you have land, but just because you have it doesn’t mean you should use it. EXPLAIN YOUR APPROACH TO ORNAMENTATION (OR LACK THEREOF). It’s not part of our repertoire. It’s not
something that we wouldn’t do, but there really needs to be more than just ornament for ornament’s sake. Throughout our work you’ll see that we’re trying to be honest with materials; to use them as they are. For example, we use a lot of wood and steel that’s exposed and not sheet-rocked over. WHAT FUELS YOUR PASSION FOR DESIGN? I believe I’m in a profession of happiness and optimism. I try to create positive spaces. The built environment should be secondary to the feeling you have when you enter a space. ●
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1. THE ARRABELLE AT VAIL SQUARE European style is captured at this elegant RockResorts hotel, situated in the new Vail Square at Lionshead Village. Stay in one of 62 thoughtfully appointed rooms and suites, all with balconies and fireplaces. Check in with your personal concierge for treatments at the 10,000-square-foot spa, or dinner at Centre V Brasserie. Après sport, the Tavern on the Square is the place to be. arrabelle.rockresorts.com, 866-662-7625 2. COGSWELL GALLERY Located in the heart of Vail Village, this sprawling gallery has something for all tastes. Artistic creations include Western, abstract and figurative paintings, Native American and indigenous art, a major collection of Edward Curtis antique photogravures, multi-media sculptures and handcrafted jewelry from around the world. cogswellgallery.com, 970-476-1769 >>
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3. LARKSPUR After 10 years, this stunning restaurant still shines. From its open kitchen, chef-owner Thomas Salamunovich and executive chef Armando Navarro turn out carnaroli lemon risotto, porcini-dusted sweetbreads, roasted turbot and duck ménage à trois. The 500-label wine list has earned Wine Spectator’s “Award of Excellence” since year one. larkspurvail.com, 970-754-8050
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6. SPA CULTURE Kick back and treat your body, mind and spirit to a Mountain Wildflower body treatment at the RockResorts Spa at the Arrabelle (arrabelle.rockresorts.com), an aromatic Coffee and Sea Kelp Contour Body Scrub at The Spa at Vail Mountain Lodge (vailmountainlodge.com), a Rocky Mountain Radiance facial at the Sonnenalp Spa (sonnenalp.com), or a Rejuvenating Mud Wrap at the Aria Spa in the Vail Cascade Resort (vailcascade.com).
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7. ADVENTURE RIDGE At the top of the Eagle Bahn Gondola, this mountain playground is a super starting point for sports like mountain biking, hiking and horseback riding on Vail Mountain. It’s also tops for quaffing a brew at Talon’s Deck, a round of disk golf, or simply taking in the view (especially at sunset when Twilight Rides on the gondola are free). vail.com 8. FOUR SEASONS RESORT VAIL Like icing on the cake, this luxe resort (a combination of 121 hotel rooms, 19 designer residences and 16 condominiums) is poised to sweeten any visit to Vail. Grand views of Vail Mountain, a full-service spa, fine dining at Flame restaurant and a 75-foot outdoor lap pool are irresistible. fourseasons.com/ownvail, 877-748-8245 ●
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As principal of her boutique architectural firm, Brewster McLeod Architects Inc., Jamie Brewster McLeod is the heart and soul of her company, bringing passion and a personal approach to each high-end home she designs. “I’m 100-percent invested in all of my projects to ensure that every home is a custom fit for my clients,” she says. McLeod has developed strong working relationships with all of her contractors, consultants and vendors, which gives her an advantage when it comes to assembling the right team for each project. She also pushes the envelope, incorporating new technologies to maximize the energy efficiency of her designs, and ensures that each home is perfectly balanced to enrich its natural surroundings. Her greatest satisfaction is seeing the enjoyment that her clients experience from their new home. Visit www.brewstermcleod.com or call 970.544.0130 or 970.728.4300
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PROJECT OVERVIEW ARCHITECT Brewster McLeod Architects, Inc. GENERAL CONTRACTOR Alpine Mountain Construction, Inc. OWNER SSB Mountain Ventures II, Ltd. REAL ESTATE AGENT Steve Hilbert, Telluride Real Estate Corporation CABINETS & WOOD TRIM Genesis Cabinet Company MASONRY Aplin Masonry ACCENT METAL Liquid Metal Coatings WINDOWS JB Windows Specialties LANDSCAPE Telluride Landscape Company LUMBER & HARDWARE Alpine Lumber Co. EXTERIOR COPPER LIGHTS Texas Lightsmith INTERIOR ACCENT LIGHTS Peak to Creek Electrical ANTIQUE BARN WOOD Southern Wood Imports WOOD FLOORING Rocky Mountain Hardwood Floors TRUSSES Forrest Classics FIREPLACES Alpine Stove & Fireplace LLC A/V CONTROL SYSTEM Experience AV APPLIANCES Thurston Kitchen & Bath CARPET & GRANITE Valley Floors TILE Thorntree PLASTER The Gallegos Corp. DRYWALL Tellurock Drywall PAINTING TNT Painting GLASS Chuck’s Glass ROOFING All Steel STRUCTURAL STEEL Summit Metals FIRE PROTECTION Automatic Fire PLUMBING Keenan’s Plumbing & Heating, Inc. ELECTRICAL San Juan Electric, Inc.
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APLIN MASONRY Based in Telluride, Colorado, Aplin Masonry is the largest masonry contractor on Colorado’s Western Slope. The ďŹ rm brings a large skilled team of foremen and masons to projects throughout the region, ranging from large commercial projects to exclusive residential properties. Aplin Masonry manages complex logistics to bring stone and masonry materials into the Telluride area, and uses state-of-the-art masonry practices to create striking buildings that will stand the test of time. Visit www.aplinmasonry.com or call 970.728.5512 for more information.
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JB WINDOW SPECIALTIES JB Window Specialties brings energy-efficient windows, custom wood doors and bronze hardware options to homes across western Colorado. Known for their ability to tailor window offerings which meet the special challenges presented by high-country living, the firm offers solutions for reducing heat and cold transfer, blocking UV rays and controlling glare from the powerful Colorado sunshine. Call 970.434.0909 (Grand Junction), 970.728.9699 (Telluride) or 970.963.7330 (Carbondale) for more information.
Fairway Lodge features a set of oil-rubbed bronze-coated entry doors, as well as a custom fireplace surround and bathroom cabinetry, all created by Liquid Metal Coatings. Their coldspray process allows a seamless layer of metal to flow over any surface, including countertops, range hoods, backsplashes and furniture. The door face and inset panels pictured here feature a light hammered texture and a vertical “brookwater” texture. Visit www.liquidmetalcoatings.com or call 303.202.2042 for more information.
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GENESIS INNOVATIONS Family-owned Genesis Innovations is a full-service firm that engineers, designs, manufactures and installs architectural wood refinements, ranging from cabinetry to doors, millwork, furnishings and more. A FSC-chain-of-custody-certified manufacturer, Genesis Innovations employs a staff devoted to creating one-of-a-kind pieces with a special emphasis on sustainability. For the Fairway Lodge’s kitchen and family room cabinetry, Genesis used bamboo—a rapidly renewable material—with a wire brush textured finish; maple was used for the balance of the house. “The clean lines and minimal trim are part of the mountain contemporary feel of the home,” says Greg Armstrong, one of the firm’s certified kitchen designers. Visit www.genesis-innovations.com or call 888.635.2500 for more information.
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TELLURIDE LANDSCAPE COMPANY Telluride Landscape Company is a comprehensive design/build firm operating in the southwestern Colorado region. The firm provides services from design to installation to maintenance and every aspect in between. Owners, Larry Scanlon and Mitch Morgan, handle projects ranging from ranch/land management, residential, commercial and municipal landscapes. TLC specializes in sustainability, with an emphasis on quality design, responsible water-use practices and the use of indigenous materials in order to unite the human space with the surrounding landscape. Visit www.telluridelandscapecompany.com or call 970.728.2088 for more information.
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TELLURIDE REAL ESTATE Telluride Real Estate Corporation (TREC) is the oldest and largest real estate firm in Telluride, Colorado, currently employing 40 experienced brokers. The firm services the mountain town’s residential and commercial real estate markets, which are, according to co-owner Steve Hilbert, both rebounding. An active supporter of a variety of youth programs, TREC is devoted to helping the community long after a sale is made. Hilbert is proud to be the listing agent for the Fairway Lodge. Call 970.728.1665 for more information.
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY JAMES RAY SPAHN
The Beauty of Imperfection THE NEWLY HANDCRAFTED TIPPLE HOUSE, FILLED WITH CENTURY-OLD CHARACTER, PAYS HOMAGE TO THE MINING HERITAGE OF CRESTED BUTTE, COLORADO
Built almost entirely of century-old reclaimed wood and stone, the Tipple House looks like it has been here for decades. “We selected the location for its great seclusion at the end of the road,” says builder Corbin Marr. Not to mention the stunning views of the Elk Mountain Range, Mt. Crested Butte, the ski area and virgin forest. The back view of the house shows the extensive use of reclaimed siding and the stone garage (to be planted with a sod-and-wildflower roof this summer). 63
American Clay plaster on the walls and ceilings adds a natural warmth to the handcrafted kitchen. The cabinet inserts and island feature rusted corrugated metal. The floors are reclaimed oak from a granary. Look closely at the old boards that define the range hood and you’ll see a bit of history: a name carved into the wood and the scars from a few shotgun blasts.
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You might say builder/contractor Corbin Marr goes to extreme lengths to get the perfect, or rather, imperfect, materials for his custom homes. After purchasing a dilapidated miner’s bunkhouse at the Gold Links Mine near Ohio City, Colorado, he sent his crew to camp out at the remote location for a month while they painstakingly dismantled the bunkhouse and categorized every piece of wood. The building yielded some 35,000 board feet of 1-inch- and 2inch-thick boards that had been milled on site more than a century ago. “We knew from the beginning we wanted old materials for the Tipple House,” says Marr. “That’s really what we’re best at: building new and creating old character and charm.” Marr collaborated with architect Jennifer Hartman of Sunlit Architecture and Crested Butte Mountain Resort co-owner Diane Mueller (Marr and Hartman had just completed transforming a barn into a house for the Muellers) on the extraordinary house, which reflects the rich mining traditions of the area as well as high standards for sustainable development. The story and the bones of the Tipple House begin with inspiration from three buildings that might have been found on the land years ago. The namesake tipple, a mining structure that would tip coal from mining cars into larger rail cars, is reinterpreted in timber, glass and steel as the cornerstone of the house. It envelops the interior staircase and offers an observatory on top with 360-degree views of mountains and forests. The master bedroom, which is separated from the main structure by a hallway and different materials palette, is crafted to look like a miner’s log cabin. What might have been a storage or animal shed 100 years ago is now a garage; the stone structure is built into the hillside with plans for a sod roof planted with wildflowers. “We designed a concept that honors our history without trying to replicate it. And then we let the materials add to the story,” says Hartman. Marr used every part of the old bunkhouse as well as 125 tons of gold-flecked granite gathered at the mine site. The native spruce and pine boards were used as is— holes, cracks, twists and all—for interior and exterior siding, doors, wainscoting and window trim. Marr and his craftspeople used challenging antique joinery methods and cuts for authenticity. The foundation and fireplace stones are stacked in historic patterns. And the rusty bunkhouse metal roof, now sealed, is used as a design element on ceilings, walls and cabinets. “The key was not to alter the material but to let it speak, to let it be what it is. That’s the character. We just helped it along into a new place,” Marr says. “The old materials are all about the beauty of imperfection.” Although the Tipple House looks like an old miner’s cabin, what lies beneath is state-ofthe-art. “We have hidden a lot of the modern things,” Marr says. “The finest, most cuttingedge technology is embedded in these walls: wiring, lighting and sound systems.” And, notes Hartman, “It is one of the greenest houses in the valley.” Mueller, who describes Crested Butte as a place with a colorful, expressive small-town spirit, says, “Every community has its heart and soul, where the roots are and what people value. This house helps articulate what we value in Crested Butte.”
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A HOUSE WITH A PAST Every part of the newly handcrafted Tipple House has a tale to tell. To obtain building materials for the new home, the construction team traveled to the old Gold Links Mine in nearby Ohio City, Colorado, where they found and dismantled an antique mining bunkhouse, pictured above and at left. NEW LIFE FOR OLD MATERIALS The construction team took the old mining bunkhouse apart piece by piece (finding a few gold nuggets hidden behind the walls as they went) and saved everything, down to the nails. Then, each material was given new life in the Tipple House. The bunkhouse’s rusty metal roofing now covers a hallway ceiling and makes a striking statement as wainscoting in a guest bathroom, while its timeworn siding graces the new home’s façade. Gold-flecked rocks gathered from around the Gold Links Mine also cover the Tipple House’s dramatic façade. The new pattern is based on historic stonework designs seen at the Gold Links Mine. HISTORIC RESOURCES To achieve a consistent look, the construction team supplemented the building materials salvaged from the antique bunkhouse with other reclaimed materials. The home’s post-and-beam construction was achieved using reclaimed timbers from Oregon. The dining table was custom made from old barn wood, and the kitchen floors are covered with reclaimed oak sourced from an old granary. Each material’s imperfections, from bullet holes to names carved into the wood, add a unique patina and history to the new home. >>
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Interior designer Suzanne Geibel imparted some Old World ambience and sophistication into this sitting room with zebrahide wingback chairs, an antique Turkish rug and a painted-glass-topped table from Argentina. The high window perfectly frames the view of Mt. Crested Butte.
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Log skins were adhered to conventional framing to give the master bedroom the look of an old log cabin. Custom fauxfur bedding adds to the cozy feeling. Interior designer Suzanne Geibel custom designed the bed of wire-brushed alder with a brushed-silk headboard. “We wanted something really simple against the log wall,� she says. Swinging doors lead to a private deck overlooking the wilderness.
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“We didn’t compromise on anything,” Marr says. “The whole house was an exercise in true craftsmanship.”
RECLAIMING CHARACTER Although reclaimed materials are often more expensive than new ones (owing to high demand and limited supply), there is nothing new that can match the unique appeal of timeworn patina and history. Incorporating reclaimed materials into your mountain home is relatively easy to do when you’re building from scratch. In this case, Marr and Hartman suggest using reclaimed wood for structural elements—think beams and trusses—and also as flooring and highlights such as wainscoting, chair rails, trim or even an address sign. Select old materials with colors and textures that blend with new materials and layer reclaimed materials with new ones to add depth and richness. For instance, place an old wood mantel on a freshly quarried rock fireplace. If you’re improving on an existing space, it’s still possible to add reclaimed materials to the mix. Group vintage items together to create a theme, such as reclaimed tile, a sink basin and wainscot in a powder room. To add authenticity, Marr and Hartman recommend doing some research to find old photographs—perhaps historic shots taken near your home’s site—that you can copy and frame. Marr searched the Colorado Historical Society’s database and found a historic photo of the Gold Links Mine and Mill; a large framed version now hangs in the Tipple House. Marr acknowledges that the process of using reclaimed materials can be daunting: “This stuff is basically junk,” he says. “You need to train your eye to catch the character. Look for color, texture, signs of life (carvings, bullet holes, etc.), spirit and history. What does the piece say to you?” ●
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A TEXAS COUPLE SPRUCES UP A DATED VACATION HOME IN TELLURIDE TO CREATE A LUXE MOUNTAIN GETAWAY
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STORY BY ELISABETH A. SULLIVAN
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just make design decisions based on what takes our breath away. Katrine Formby had that chance—and she ran with it. In 2001, Formby and her husband, Bill, purchased the top three floors of a building in the heart of Telluride to create a home base for their frequent trips to Colorado. Initially, the Formbys planned to make only cosmetic changes to bring some style and modernity to the circa-1987 living spaces, but last year they put the finishing touches on their dramatically renovated mountain retreat and created a home with high-elevation elegance. (And the best part? This luxury getaway is for rent when the Formbys aren’t using it.) >>
THIS PAGE: A once dated and utilitarian hot tub room is now an elegant living space with soft, ample seating, antique touches like a circa-1800 Swedish cabinet, custom artwork and wide glass doors that open onto the luxuriously appointed deck. OPPOSITE: The building’s exterior received a substantial facelift, including the addition of private patio space and an elevator.
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MONOCHROMATIC DESIGN We often equate drama with bold pops of color—a splash of red, a burst of yellow. But you can create just as much visual interest by swathing a room in shades of gray. According to designer Kari Demond of KLM Interiors, tone and texture are the keys to a successful monochromatic design. TONE To add depth to a monochromatic room, “alter the tone or shade of your theme color ever so slightly,” says Demond. In the Formbys’ living room (left), she used a soothing palette of gray-browns. “She kept calling the color ‘mouse,’” Katrine Formby says. “It’s an ugly name, but it’s perfect, actually, for the color.” Demond then mixed in furniture upholstered in colors such as “seal,” “anthracite” and “black pearl,” along with lighter gray stone and darker gray iron. Some tones are earthy, some are elegant and some are more neutral, resulting in a subtly graded color palette that makes the room look coordinated but not monotonous. TEXTURE After tone, “texture is definitely paramount,” Demond says. Consider different levels of softness and sheen for your upholstery. Add an area rug made of sisal or thick pile. And incorporate a heavy dose of shine. Then give your room a focal point with a bold piece of art—like the breathtaking example of Mother Nature’s work framed by the Formbys’ glass doors.
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BELOW: The new kitchen is ready for entertaining, with a big island, professional Wolf range, custom alder cabinetry and jet-black granite countertops from Cactus Stone. OPPOSITE: Formby is an unabashed fan of curves, and she got to indulge her passion with this staircase’s undulating ribbon of glass, which mirrors the curving wall opposite. The worn-looking stone wall is actually a veneer.
As is often the case, this renovation project evolved once the Formbys and their design team rolled up their sleeves and got to work. “When we started, it was going to be a remodel and we weren’t going to move walls,” Formby says. “But as soon as we decided we were going to move walls, we decided to move all the walls.” The team, led by architect Lynn Taylor Lohr of Portland, Oregon, reimagined the penthouse’s floor plan: The living room became the master bath. The kitchen became the master bedroom. And the penthouse’s top floor, which used to hold a hot tub nestled into a steamy bay window, was transformed into a sophisticated living room in soothing shades of gray. All of the square-footage swapping was driven by one goal: to make the most of the stunning panoramic view. “The mountains around [the building] are just 360 degrees of beauty,” Formby says. Lohr installed gracious Hope’s doors—which “are absolutely the most expensive thing in the world and I just didn’t care; I thought they were just fantastic,” Formby says—to open up the living room to the expansive deck and the towering mountains beyond. To lend authenticity to this seeming relic of Telluride’s mining days, Lohr installed wide-plank walnut floors and decorative beams made of reclaimed timber in the living spaces. Throughout the home, she incorporated antique beveled-glass windows that Formby had collected over the years. And though the building’s stone walls are convincingly worn-looking, they’re actually veneers made with locally quarried material. >> 74
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THIS PAGE: This handsome master bathroom used to be a living room; all that’s left is the pair of arched windows. The design team also overhauled the building’s façade, adding custom copper cornices and cream brick that reflects the beige cliffs in the mountains beyond. OPPOSITE: The master bedroom—formerly the kitchen—is the height of luxury with Frette Italian linens.
The most prominent—and arguably the most gorgeous—architectural element in the penthouse is the custom staircase. It’s a work of art, a curving ribbon of glass winding up the wooden treads. It’s fluid and structured, contemporary and rustic. “I guess you could say that the staircase was the guiding design element for the rest of the project,” says Kari Demond of KLM Interiors in Austin, Texas. Adds Formby: “I wanted our place to have that real beauty but also kind of a natural feeling. There is a feeling of outdoors,” coupled with a whole host of luxurious touches. In the living room, Demond and Formby juxtaposed the stone walls and ceiling beams with a velvet-upholstered armchair and sofas covered in Bergamo chenille. They added a custom coffee table made of a highly polished walnut slab set on rough-cut stone plinths. They chose a monochromatic palette of soft grays to keep the design scheme clean and to frame out the aforementioned views. And over the stairs, they hung a mobile-like artwork dripping with big, pearlescent glass orbs—like the perfect piece of jewelry to complete the look. This penthouse is lush, artful and glamorous in a way that befits the rugged Colorado town. “I’d been looking at magazines and daydreaming about fabulous places over the years, and we thought maybe we could make this place fabulous,” Formby says. “When in life can you do something with the rule being it just takes your breath away?” ●
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STORY BY NORMAN KOLPAS
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PHOTOGRAPHY BY BRENT MOSS
RANCH HOUSE
REINVIGORATED A DRAMATIC MAKEOVER TRANSFORMS A DREARY MID-20TH-CENTURY ASPEN HOME INTO A BRIGHT AND OPEN SETTING FOR RELAXED, SUSTAINABLE LIVING
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PREVIOUS SPREAD: An angled overhang shelters the front door, made of sustainable lyptus wood. The cut limestone wall flows from the exterior into the foyer. THIS PAGE: The now-open dining area features a Julian Chichester rosewood table and Michael Berman chairs. OPPOSITE: A large island and bar stools link the kitchen to adjacent entertaining spaces. The limestone backsplash and chocolate-stained oak cabinets give the room a handsomely tailored look.
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ARCHITECTURE ROWLAND + BROUGHTON ARCHITECTURE AND URBAN DESIGN
INTERIOR DESIGN JOHN BOSSARD DESIGN
Speak of a home with a sustainable or “green” sensibility, and what likely comes to mind is new construction using stateof-the-art materials and techniques. Sometimes, however, the greenest strategy of all can be doing less instead of more. That was certainly the case for the remodel of a vintage 1960s, 3,000-square-foot ranch-style house in an established neighborhood of Aspen, Colorado. When their client bought the property, “he could have ripped down the house and built a large new one,” says architect Sarah Broughton, a partner (with her husband, architect John Rowland) in the Aspen- and Denver-based firm Rowland + Broughton Architecture and Urban Design. But the owner prized the home’s parklike grounds punctuated by mature fir and aspen trees, so rather than disturbing the surroundings he decided to fit the existing house to his lifestyle—one that includes a commitment to environmental responsibility. That decision meant coming up with a plan for reinvigorating what Broughton describes as a “drab, uninspired, expected” dwelling while maintaining about 60 percent of its original walls and ceilings. “Remodeling in and of itself,” observes Broughton, “is one of the most sustainable and green things you can do.” A bit of new construction, which added 600 square feet to the original interior living space, specifically addressed the way the owner wanted to live in his home. Ceilings were raised 41/2 feet above their original 8-foot height, and sunlight was pulled in through new clerestory windows and skylights that make the interiors feel airy and expansive. The once-separate kitchen, living room and dining rooms became one expansive great room that extends into outdoor entertaining areas through a wall of sliding windows. The master suite expanded with a sitting area, walk-in closet and more spacious bath. A structurally reinforced rooftop deck complete with spa and entertainment center made the home better suited for relaxed, gracious entertaining. >> 81
BELOW: Warm masculine colors and streamlined traditional style distinguish the master bedroom, which includes a four-poster bed designed by Maxine Snider, walls covered in bronze-toned grasscloth, and richly textured ribbed wool-and-silk carpeting. A wall was bumped out to form the firelit sitting area.
Dramatic though those changes may be, says Broughton, “we respected and kept the house’s original lines.” Indeed, the architectural changes, including a limestone wall that runs from the exterior entrance through the interiors and out the back of the home, serve to highlight the eloquent simplicity of the original ranch style. Throughout the house, surfaces and finishes—selected in concert with interior designer John Bossard of Charlotte, North Carolina-based John Bossard Design—also enhance that contemporary reinterpretation of mid-century style. From beautifully grained floors and doors of sustainably farmed lyptus wood to indigenous marble from the nearby town of Marble, Colorado, to preweathered siding of durable Galvalume sheet steel, every material underscores the remodeled home’s spare elegance. A few select surfaces also reinforce the home’s new emphasis on indoor-outdoor living. While the most prominent example is the dramatic wall of limestone—a material repeated on the kitchen backsplash—the connection is also made with the repeated use of striking black zinc on the chimney flue and the kitchen range hood. “What we’ve achieved is a total reuse that makes the house function for modern living,” sums up Broughton. “We respected and kept the home’s original lines, but freshened up the period piece to make it timeless.” ●
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REMODELING TIPS FROM THE EXPERTS Too often, homeowners embark on a home-remodeling project without adequate planning. Before you begin your own remodel, consider these tips from architect Sarah Broughton and interior designer John Bossard: WORK WITH THE PROS “Hiring an architect and an interior designer will give you the guidance you need for a well-spent dollar,” says Bossard. “You’ll feel more confident and comfortable making decisions, and you’ll avoid problems that could be expensive.” KNOW THE LOCAL RULES Broughton emphasizes the importance of checking with your municipality or homeowners’ association on rules, codes and zoning regulations concerning such issues as setbacks, heights, square footage and style requirements. “Do the due diligence, or have your architect do it for you,” she says. HAVE A BUDGET AND A PLAN “Know what you want to spend and work with your architect and designer to arrive at a plan,” Broughton says. “Don’t do it piecemeal,” adds Bossard. “Creating a road map to follow will give you a clear perspective on what your finished project is going to be.”
A fire pit and overhead heat lamps enable almost year-round enjoyment of the outdoor living and dining areas, which extend from their interior counterparts through glass sliding doors that replaced the home’s original walls. Furniture from Restoration Hardware is made of woven resin that resembles rattan but withstands the elements better. Cushions of weatherproof Sunbrella fabric are easily changed to reflect the seasons.
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August 5-8 STEAMBOATWINEFESTIVAL.COM 877-328-2783
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LOCATION Bigfork, Montana LISTING PRICE $6.9 million
House of the Moment IRRESISTIBLE DETAILS Montana’s scenic Flathead Valley is home to dramatic mountains, pristine forests, glittering lakes— and a straight-out-of-a-storybook enclave called The Kootenai. A stone’s throw from Swan Lake, Johnson Creek and Swan River, the residential development is known for its unique array of meticulously restored antique cabins, including the historic Lindbergh Cabin. Built in the 1880s, the original cabin is rumored to have housed the famous aviator when he visited the grounds in the 1920s. Now fully restored, expanded and modernized, the five-bedroom cabin features grand fireplace-warmed living spaces, a gourmet kitchen, guest bedrooms with ensuite baths, and a private master suite complete with its own flagstone patio. The luxurious residence also offers an inviting entry courtyard and fountain, outdoor dining deck, and a lakeside terrace positioned to take full advantage of the waterfront property’s up-close views of Swan Lake and the Swan River. Offered fully furnished.
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PHOTO BY ALLEN KENNEDY; COURTESY THE KOOTENAI
LISTING BROKER Jeff Wirth, The Kootenai, 406-837-3000, thekootenai.com