S M A S H

(UNDER CONSTRUCTION)

Located in the heart of Aspen’s West End, within walking distance to town and the gondola, yet tucked away enough to offer a quiet respite from the “bustle”, W Residence might be the perfect in town ski home. Built in the 1970’s with a ‘modern’ ski chalet vibe, the home already had great bones, just needed a bit of a face lift.

Working with a fantastic client made the vision for the home easy; we opened up the house as much as possible with modern finishes, as well as a bit of flair in all the right places.

ASPEN, CO

(COMPLETE)

This RVR (River Valley Ranch) property was a fun one to take on for a longtime local family, and their dream to finally build a home for themselves that met all their needs. With a need to be open and airy, while providing accessibility requirements for their younger daughter with a disability, the residence is truly a reflection of modern, cozy retreat. Those words don't often blend together, but we believe that vision was able to come together on this project for an amazing family who we want to keep in the Roaring Fork Valley for as long as possible.

CARBONDALE, CO

(INPROGRESS)

Tucked away in one of the more quiet neighborhoods within the Roaring Fork Valley, the home is but a stone’s throw from the resort with access to world class skiing, mountain biking, hiking, camping, etc, etc, etc…putting a new face on an older home can sometimes prove to be challenging, yet this felt very intuitive from the get go; a home that embodies the modern aesthetic of the client, while feeling part of it’s surroundings.

(INPROGRESS)

After purchasing a beautiful piece of property a short bike ride to woody creek tavern, in the heart of the Roaring Fork Valley, the new owners of a long disused barn had visions of transforming the structure into something beautiful (as well as lucrative). Unfortunately, quite a few hoops were required to be jumped through, but after years of persistence, a dream can finally begin to become reality. To be used for weddings, private events, or even low-key children's birthday parties, this space is intended to serve the community in need of such an option it is sorely missing at the moment. Borrowing from the traditional, and being inspired by the timeless nature of the existing vernacular, the new design adds just enough playfulness and modernity to last another 100 years or so.

WOODY CREEK, CO

(INPROGRESS)

Located on the fringe of town in the west end, in a rare secluded clearing, the latest addition to the Roaring Fork Valley was an exercise in restraint.  The clients, a young artistic couple who emphasis minimalism, wanted a quite retreat for their family without something that screamed for attention.  Borrowing elements from the victorian history of Aspen and their love for a minimal/modern palette, the result is something both unique and subdued.  One of the components houses the artist's living quarters, while the second is occupied by their studio and guest rooms.  These two elements overlap each other on a raised plinth which also contains the lap pool (a must for these once collegiate swimmers).

ASPEN, CO

(INPROGRESS)

Located in Old Snowmass just a short drive to the Aspen Snowmass resorts, the newest addition to the area will combine elements of both modern and vernacular architecture.  This relatively modest design of 8,500 sf steps with the rugged, steep terrain with minimal impact on the landscape.

OLD SNOWMASS, CO

(COMPLETE)

A re-envisioning for a generationally owned property on the outskirts of the small town of Eden, close to the world class Powder Mountain Ski resort. While the exterior was to remain all but untouched (other than the replacement of new windows) the interior wanted to take on a much lighter, open feel; a controversial departure from the dark, somber tones of decades past. For our team, this was a short, fun little project that we enjoy embarking on when the client has the desire to have a bit of fun; and the outcome has been a welcoming change for all generations that still use the property.

EDEN, UT

A straightforward and modern update to an existing home located in Snowmass, overlooking the golf course and mountains beyond.

SNOWMASS, CO

(COMPLETE)

A generational cabin located in the pristine Wasatch Mountain range, the new owners wanted an update while maintaining the ‘rustic’ qualities they grew up with while adding a touch of the modern. Opening the spaces to the views was equally important, and the end result has prompted the family to spend even more time in the mountains. A truly exciting project to last the family for a few more generations at least!

POWDER MT RESORT, CO

(COMPLETE)

A discrete facelift, exterior and interior, to a beautifully wooded property just north of the town of Steamboat Springs, the home has been family owned for 25 years, and finally has been brought back to life after four children, and three dogs took it’s toll. The couple, now empty nesters, are looking forward to having their friends and family visit in what they describe as “an entirely new home, on the property we’ve come to love!”

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO

(COMPLETE)

It's always nice to go back to your childhood stomping grounds. Saranac Lake holds a special place in our hearts, with the grandparents farm a stones throw from this amazing property. Life on the lake is critical in a place with so short a season, but this revamped estate doesn't need to be seasonal with such great amenities. Plus, it doesn't hurt when your sitting on forty acres adjacent to the Adirondack Park...well, we diverge; the home brings together a bit of traditionalism mixed with just the right amount of modern aesthetics that brings a timelessness to the project that can span generations. The ethos of our firm, "having fun while we do it", was brought forth in earnest while working with a fantastic couple who simply want to provide a homebase of sorts to their children and grandchildren ( 8 at the time of this writing!)

SARANAC LAKE, NY

SUMMIT HOUSE

(WINNING COMPETITION)

The summit community’s mantra of ‘innovation, entrepreneurship, arts and altruism’ challenges this home to turn heads yet seemlessly blend into it’s environment.   You and i, taking a walk or driving through the pass, may not even notice a house, yet it calls to us to come play.  This is every skier, hiker, artist, yogi, squirrel-suit jumping - wine loving - adventure seeking - family man or woman’s home away from home.

And this home also just happens to be a non-intrusive, environmentally concious, ski cabin with an architectural pedigree and great views.  No design decision can be arbitrary when boasting such a claim, and every move strives to be rooted in the sustainable, the artistically simple.  Design elements serve two or three functions. Heres a few:

- Repurposed timber siding is oriented to    minimize east/west sun and connects building to nature

-   A sloping roof: naturally drains / collects rainwater in 3 seasons; is used to ski out into backcountry in the winter; and connects building to nature (see a pattern?)

- Excavated earth from the submerged portion of the building (housing water collecting cisterns) is used to structurally support the cabin’s better half. In turn, this minimizes the cabin’s physical footprint, allows uninterrupted drainage / wildlife movement, and...Yes you got it...

...And so this home is built for those diehards (inspired by them in fact) who see the mountain as a way of life.  For those who want to make an impact for the better and to have a little fun while doing it.  Is that possible you ask?  Well don’t ask me, but i’d like to find out...

EDEN, UT

(INPROGRESS)

Located at 9,000 feet atop Powder Mountain, with the expansive Wasatch Mountains beyond, the OK (OverlooK Neighborhood) Residence might have some of the best views in the world, and that isn’t an exaggeration. There is nothing just ok about this home when the ski-in ski-out experience is this good. Afterwards, enjoy a swim in the pool, or just relax by the fire with those views in the background (unless a sunset uphill is in the cards).

A strikingly modern, yet fun design, this home adds a contrast to the surrounding natural beauty that is truly timeless.

EDEN, UT

(COMPLETE)

This local remodel project is close to our hearts as one of our first clients and close friend's properties. A very modestly sized home, originally built in the 1930s, it had been, quote unquote, remodeled quite a few times with not great results. The S M A S H team stripped it down to it's core, and added just enough to bring the small structure back to life. An added deck area ties the interior and exterior together, and expands it's livable area.

BASALT, CO

BEACH HOUSE P 

(UNDER CONSTRUCTION)

This modern, second home for a young couple who enjoy visits to the Carolina beaches in (almost) any season, sits apart from the surrounding residential developments as a replacement for a previously dilapidated structure.  The couple use the home as an opportunity for hosting family/friends, and as a jumping off point to the surrounding beaches and dunes.

An easy walk to the beach for morning surf sessions, and a modern aesthetic were the only directives from this easy going couple.  The raised structure, allowing for flood mitigation during heavy storms, gives the house outstanding views of the ocean beyond.  Bleached wood slates mimic the more rustic shingled homes in the area, while creating a mix of screened areas and panoramic windows.

BUXTON, NC

(COMPLETE)

Friends of friends! It's a glorious relationship, and remodels seem to find us just as easily. This home, built sometime in the 1970s, was in desperate need of a facelift, including new windows, roof, and finishes. Our team embraced the challenge set forth by the owner to create a a light filled space using budget friendly materials. The window choice was perhaps the hardest of our careers to align those two values with the existing architecture, but we feel it has been successful; and the new owner's are in love with the end product.

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS, CO

(COMPLETE)

Remodels can sometimes (often) be more difficult than a ground up project with a clean slate. The challenges presented by a home built almost 100 years ago is, frankly, just that…a challenge. Thankfully, a willing client with a lifelong friend who happens to be an amazing contractor, helped bring this project to a fulfilling result despite the budgetary limitations initially set in place, which, we are proud to say, have been met. *Remind us to rewrite this review to be more complimentary of ourselves, but in the meantime, we are happy this project has delivered a great result for a wonderful couple looking to get away from the big city for change.

PALM SPRINGS, CA

Interior

The Kid's Science Lab of Chicago is an after school program aimed to bring the sciences to those who may not be getting all that they need in the public school system.  With budgetary restrictions that reach the highest level, who can really blame them if there are not funds to provide updated books, equipment and the like.  We were honored to be able to help a program such as this with what turned into a fantastic learning experience for both the children, and for us.  

CHICAGO, IL