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LUXURY IS... A SPECTACULAR SITE A Coloradoranch house celebrates its mountain views with living spaces that extend to the great outdoors.

LUXURY IS... IN THE DETAILS Contemporary designis sophisticated yet comfortable in a custom Aspenhome that showcases extraordinary attention to detail.

LUXURY IS... A GRAND GATHERING PLACE TheSnow Ghost Chalet elegantly combines touches ofMontana’s mountain tradition with contemporary style.

LUXURY IS... A BALANCED APPROACH Strong architectural features meet tasteful appointments for a room that exudes pure mountain luxury.

ON THE COVER Phillip’s Ridge, an ultra-luxe vacation rental home offered byThe Clear Creek Group, gives visitors a true taste of the high life in JacksonHole, Wyoming. Turn to page 40 for more. Photography by Gordon Gregory

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There was a time when “luxury” was all about excess. Itwas the biggest, the priciest, the most decked out and overthe top. But these days, as we’re all thinking a bit morecarefully about each purchase, we find ourselves lookingfor more rational reasons for making a decision to buy.These days, “luxury” has to offer something more.

Today, we’re looking for something special, somethingauthentic, something that will stand the test of time. So aswe created this year’s Luxury Issue, we kept that in mind,searching out products and homes that aren’t just the most

extravagant, but that offer something truly unique. On the pages that follow, you’ll find 20 essential pieces of furniture designed to

last a lifetime (page 33), our picks for the very best places to visit in Aspen, Colorado(page 37), a company that lets visitors experience a true taste of the West in somespectacular Jackson Hole rental homes (page 40), and a selection of high-countryhomes that beautifully illustrate luxury’s manydifferent shapes and forms. And, because it’s stillfun to dream, we couldn’t resist adding an over-the-top House of the Moment (on page 80) thatoffers every amenity imaginable—yes, with aprice tag to match.

Luxury may no longer always be about havingthe biggest or the most, but that doesn’t mean we can’t still have some fun. It seemsto me that the new luxury is about something far more satisfying: thoughtful design,fine craftsmanship and attention to detail. It’s about finding the special things thatspeak to us, so let’s enjoy looking for them.

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Crystal Glass Studio is awash in color and light.

Artist Mary Matchael founded the business in

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that Mary and her small team of local artisans

has designed and fabricated have traveled far

beyond their town. “Our work has been shipped

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Switzerland and Saudi Arabia,” Matchael says.

While commissioned designs include

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As Carbondale has long been known as an

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“You always know a Spanish Pueblo door,”

says Will Ott, president and CEO of Santa Fe’s

premier custom door shop, Spanish Pueblo

Doors. “Each one is handcrafted using time-

honored techniques, and has its own unique

character and texture. They really stand out.”

It’s been that way since 1952, when

renowned photographer Ernest Knee opened

the original Spanish Pueblo workshop just off

the Santa Fe Plaza. Ott took the reigns 30

years later and is responsible for most of the

company’s design work.

Today, Spanish Pueblo Doors inhabits a

12,000-square-foot showroom and workshop

just outside of town. The collection has grown

to more than 100 unique designs, including

northern New Mexico and classic Spanish

Pueblo patterns, all crafted from knotty alder,

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aged to participate in custom designs as well.

Beyond their obvious function, Spanish

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Comfort. Character. Tradition. Since 1899, Old

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furniture they make.

Located in Shelbyville, Indiana, the com-

pany’s original hickory sapling designs traveled

far and wide to homes and resorts across the

country. Destinations included the home of

President Andrew Jackson—the company was

named after his nickname, “Old Hickory”—

along with national park lodges like the Old

Faithful Inn at Yellowstone National Park.

While many of those rustic designs, including

the Old Faithful Inn chairs and Andrew Jack-

son rockers, are offered today, the Old Hickory

product line has grown considerably to include

what Bob Morrison, Vice President of Sales and

Marketing, calls a new generation of more con-

temporary pieces. “We try to reinvent what we

do and cater to our new customers,” he says.

New highlights, made with the same atten-

tion to detail, include hickory lighting with

rawhide or birch-bark shades and live-edge

walnut tabletops, beds, dressers and chairs.

Upholstery and accent pieces, such as pillows,

duvets and Old Hickory Throws by Pendleton,

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Hickory frames, are offered as well.

By nature, hickory saplings are versatile,

durable and sustainable, attributes that make

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sensibilities. “People make an investment in

Old Hickory furniture,” says Morrison. “It’s not

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3. THE LITTLE NELL From the 92 guest rooms and suitesrecently redone by famed designer Holly Hunt to chef RyanHardy’s celebrated cuisine at Montagna, The Little Nell de-livers with style. The location, at the foot of Aspen Mountainand just steps away from town’s toniest shops and restau-rants, can’t be beat. 970-920-4600, www.thelittlenell.com

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5. AMEN WARDY Inspired modern living is the conceptbehind this luxury home-accessories boutique that’s chock-full of everything from tableware to creative hostess gifts togourmet goodies. Finds include limited-edition and one-of-a-kind pieces from designers like Mary Jurek and MichaelAram. 970-920-7700, www.amenwardyaspen.com

6. ASPEN SNOWMASS An Aspen lift ticket is good for allfour mountains — Aspen Mountain, Aspen Highlands, But-termilk and Snowmass —which offer 336 trails for skiersand boarders of every level. Don’t ski? There’s ice-skating,snowmobiling, snowshoeing and plenty more off-piste activities to keep you busy. www.aspensnowmass.com

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Imagine traveling to Jackson Hole, Wyoming, and checking into a luxury hotel—complete with every serviceand amenity imaginable—where each room is a spectacular, private mountain home. It’s exactly what the ClearCreek Group founders Morgan Bruemmer and Betsy and Phil Stevenson envisioned when they created their bou-tique rental and management firm for luxury properties in Jackson Hole. Here’s how it works: When the ownersof some of Jackson Hole’s finest vacation homes head back to their primary residences, they allow the Clear CreekGroup to open their properties to visitors in search of an authentic Western experience. Before you arrive, theClear Creek Group will fill the cupboards with food and the vases with flowers, turn on the lights and turn downthe beds. And during your stay, they’ll arrange anything you can imagine, from backcountry pack trips to heli-ski-ing to dinner prepared by a personal chef. With a long list of rental homes to choose from, ranging from intimatehideaways for two to sprawling lodges for the entire family, it’s easy to find a place that feels just like home.

Jackson Hole’s Clear Creek Group makes it easy to find that magical getaway in the mountains (and makes it feeljust like home) whether you’re staying a week, a month or until the snow melts PHOTOS BY GORDON GREGORY

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THE CLEAR CREEK GROUPJackson, Wyoming307-732-3400www.theclearcreekgroup.com

PROPERTY PICK Pictured here, the Phillip’s Ridge rental property is amagnificent Western lodge perched atop a rocky ridge, high above Jackson Hole. Filled with splendid works of art, the five-bedroom homefeatures thick log walls and tree-trunk supports that contrast beautifullywith fine antiques and soft, rich fabrics. Grand living and dining spacesare separated by a massive two-sided stone fireplace and illuminated bya 40-foot-high wall of windows. Each of the five master suites is warmedby a stone fireplace and features a decadent private bath and terrace orporch. Other luxe touches include a bowling alley, pub, movie theater andtwo hot tubs. Visit www.theclearcreekgroup.com for current rates. ●

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GallegosCorporation“Building solutions for distinctive projects” is more than just atagline for the Gallegos Corporation, stone and masonry construction specialists headquartered in Vail, Colorado. “It’s a way of life,” explains Gary Woodworth, COO. “We really aresecond to none at finding the right solutions for our clients’projects.” Woodworth knows of what he speaks. Prior to taking on the role of COO for the family-owned GallegosCorporation, he was President of the Plaster/Stucco andMarble/Granite divisions.

Gerald Gallegos, the company’s CEO and a Coloradonative, founded the Gallegos Corporation in 1970. BobGallegos, CFO, joined his brother at the company in 1982.Gallegos Corporation it has become an industry leader, withoffices in Aspen, Denver and Sun Valley, Idaho, and projectsaround the country. “Have trowel, will travel,” Gerald says.

For clients, who include architects, builders, interior designersand homeowners, the Gallegos Corporation provides servicesranging from consultation on material selection to constructionmanagement, stone fabrication and installation. The company’shighly-trained craftspeople—many of whom have been withthe company for more that two decades—specialize in stone, masonry, stucco, plaster, concrete, marble, granite, art rock and stone sales.

Giving back to the community is a priority for this localcompany, and founder Gerald Gallegos sets a strong exampleby serving on the boards of the El Pomar Foundation, VailValley Foundation, Youth Foundation, Minturn CommunityFund, and Roundup River Ranch. “Gallegos is a wonderfulcompany to work for and it comes from Gerald,” Woodworthsays. “It’s part of our culture to give back.”

For more information, visit www.gallegoscorp.com

Gallegos CorporationCorporate Headquarters0100 Yacht Club DriveWolcott, CO 81655P 970-926-3737F 970-926-3727www.Gallegoscorp.com

Mailing Address:P.O. Box 821Vail, CO 81658



Robert G. SinclairArchitecture, Inc.Robert G. Sinclair Architecture, Inc., gives new meaning to theconcept of a full-service firm. “I model the business around myability to be involved in every aspect of a project,” says principalRobert Sinclair, AIA. “From siting to concept and design toconstruction, I’m involved every step of the way.”

Based in Aspen, Colorado, and with satellite offices inManhattan and Milwaukee, Sinclair and his experienced, professional staff design luxury homes for clients who liveacross the country, from the Rocky Mountains to the coasts.Each home is uniquely suited to its surroundings and Sinclair’sdesigns are inspired by the opportunities each site presents,from views to topography.

Sinclair’s clients also play a significant role in each design.“It’s about much more than the number of bedrooms and bath-rooms a client needs,” Sinclair says. “It’s about how people willlive in the house. Those needs speak to things like interiordetails and materials. How a house is to be used is its soul.”

A member of the U.S. Green Building Council, Sinclair is sensitive to building responsibly. “It’s entirely possible to builda ‘green,’ energy efficient house without compromising theintegrity of design,” he says.

No matter the size or scope of a project, Sinclair’s dedicationto providing creative, customized design is foremost. “It’s ourpassion,” he says. “Connecting with our clients is key.”

For more information, visit www.rgsarchitecture.com

Robert G. Sinclair Architecture, Inc.710 East Durant Avenue, Suite W4 • Aspen, Colorado 80611 970-925-4269



Lyon Design GroupAsk interior designer Dallas Lyon, ASID (American Society ofInterior Design), what makes her relationship with clients so successful and her answer comes easily. “I’m very intuitive,”shesays. “I can read clients, narrow down their likes and dislikes,and figure out what will work for them.” That kind of confidencecomes from nearly a decade of experience as owner of LyonDesign Group, a full-service Vail Valley interior design firm.

Lyon’s client relationships often begin with what she calls a“meet and greet” at her stylish studio in the quaint town ofEdwards, Colorado. The studio is warm and comfortable, fullof eccentric spontaneity—such as the antique Chinese red lacquered buffet paired with a custom, contemporary glass toptable of Lyon’s own design. “It’s a great place to sit down withclients to go over ideas and brainstorm over fabrics and furniture concepts,” she says.

Lyon describes her style as diverse and eclectic. She likes tomix things up, often incorporating contemporary artwork withFrench Country antiques.“I call it French Country with a twist. It’sabout taking something expected, and throwing in an elementof surprise... the art of being subtle and sexy at the same time.”

For every project, from renovations to new custom homes,Lyon designs with sustainability in mind, choosing carpets,paints and other finishes that are as eco-friendly as they arestylish. Not one to follow trends, she approaches each projectwith a fresh perspective, relying on her own creativity to createspaces that are bold, stylish, never repetitive, and that, aboveall, reflect her clients’ vision. Says Lyon: “I want to make myclients’ homes enjoyable places to live.”

Lyon Design Group 970-926-8682275 Main Street, Suite O-209 • Edwards, Colorado 81632www.lyondesigngroup.com • [email protected]

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Ec-lek-tic“Most people never expect to find a store like this in Taos,” says Sophia Vander, managerof Ec-lek-tic, which specializes in Asian antiques, furnishings and 1910-1920 Art Deco rugsfrom Kashgar. “It takes you into another world.”

Located just north of the Taos Plaza in a historic building across from the town’s mainpost office, the shop’s exterior hints at what’s inside. Antique wood doors from China leanagainst the adobe walls, water trickles from a fountain, and a 25-foot-tall marble Buddhabids welcome from atop a lotus perch.

Inside, the 2,500-square-foot space is divided into four small rooms. It’s friendly andcozy, with wood floors and, in winter, fires crackling in a pair of kivas. Customers exploreevery nook and cranny, discovering antique wonders from Tibet, India, China, Thailandand Laos, and marveling at how at-home these finds seem in New Mexico.

The job of sourcing these items—from a 250-year-old coral-and-turquoise Tibetan pot toIndian tapestries to Ming Dynasty furniture—falls on the capable and experienced shouldersof Robert Vander, who is Ec-lek-tic’s original founder. “Mr. Vander is a carpenter by trade andhas a passion for wood and a fantastic eye,” says Vander. “He travels several times a year onbuying trips. Every piece is hand-picked, so it’s like his own personal collection.”

Amid more grand antiques, Ec-lek-tic also offers a collection of smaller finds that areperfect for gifts or keepsakes. There are precious jewelry boxes, Chinese card boxes,chess sets, tapestries, mirrors, lamps, and Buddha statues in marble, granite, porcelainand bronze—and every one is a delight. Every time you come in, you’re sure to findsomething you’ll treasure. “We take pride in having something for every customer, and at different price ranges,” says Vander. “It’s exciting to see their enjoyment.”

For more information, please visit www.eclektic505.com

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Hayn Enterprises, LLCFounded fifty years ago by Carl O. Hayn as Hayn Marine, the Rocky Hill, Connecticut-based company has long been a leading manufacturer and supplier of turnbuckles andrelated hardware for the marine industry. Now, with Carl Hayn Jr. at the helm, the tideshave turned. With an eye on the future, Hayn Marine’s technology and expertise havebeen adapted for use in the architectural and industrial fields.

Specializing in 316 grade stainless steel, Hayn Enterprises is dedicated to manufacturingthe highest quality products possible, including intricate cable rail systems and architec-tural hardware, as well as custom trellises for “green” walls in environmentally sensitivehomes. What sets Hayn apart from the rest? “Because we are manufacturers, we are ableto provide custom solutions with a very fast turnaround,” explains general manager BrettHasbrouck. “As innovators, we can modify, tweak, or make adjustments based on indi-vidual customer requirements.” Whether for new construction, retrofits, or a combinationof both, design concepts tend to be creative. “Owners of higher-end homes don’t wantthe norm,” he says. “We have many standard systems as well as customize solutions to meet our customer’s requests.”

While the majority of Hayn products are sold within the United States, Hasbrouck notesthat demand has expanded to offshore markets. Hayn also offers “Job Shop” services with recent contributions to projects including stadium logos at Yankee Stadium in New York City and custom hardware found in the Situation Room in the White House.

For more information, please visit www.hayn.com

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STORY BY CAROLINE EBERLY PHOTOGRAPHY BY KARL NEUMANN

A COLORADO RANCH HOUSE CELEBRATES ITS MOUNTAIN VIEWS WITH LIVING SPACES THAT EXTEND TO THE GREAT OUTDOORS

A Spectacular SiteLUXURY IS

LOCATED IN THE HEART of the Yellowstone Club in Big Sky, Montana, this home appears to be one with itssurroundings, as if it came to rest there quite effortlessly. Not so. In fact, securing the home to its site—amountainside slope with a grade of nearly 18 percent—required architect Reid Smith of Reid SmithArchitects to perform a feat of architectural ingenuity. He designed the house to have a long, narrowaxis (to minimize the amount of slope along the home’s footprint and the amount of digging into the hill-side) that maximizes views of mountain peaks to the south and makes the most of natural light. He alsostacked architectural forms on top of each other to raise the home above tree line. (When inside, Smith saysit feels like “you’re sort of floating in the sky. It’s treetop living.”) And while the palette of exterior finishes—hewn Douglas fir channel siding, steel accents and formal touches of walnut here and there—may comple-ment the home’s native surroundings, the house has its own presence. The structure is “proud,” Smithsays, commanding attention from its perch on the hillside to the base lodge and development below. ●

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STORY BY NANCY RICHMAN MILLIGAN

PHOTOGRAPHY BY DAVID O. MARLOW

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DetailsCONTEMPORARY DESIGN IS SOPHISTICATED YET COMFORTABLE IN

THIS CUSTOM ASPEN HOME THAT SHOWCASES RICH COLORS AND

TEXTURES, AND EXTRAORDINARY ATTENTION TO DETAIL

ARCHITECTURE GALAMBOS ARCHITECTS INTERIOR DESIGN DG & A INTERIORS

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Contemporary Comfort Ten-foot glass doors smoothly glide apart, melting away the

distinction between indoors and outdoors in a dining room that celebrates its connection to nature. “It feels

like the room is flowing into the outdoors,” says architect John Galambos, who designed the disappearing

corner doors and glass deck railings to maximize the panoramic views of mountain and valley.

Interior designer Donna Guerra and colleague Katherine Taylor selected colors and finishes that

reflect the warmth of a Colorado sunset: rich walnut floors, a modern mahogany trestle table and a

golden jacquard upholstery fabric to unite a disparate grouping of chairs. “We had the homeowners’

classic X-back chairs refinished with a dark ebony stain for an updated look,” Guerra says. She added

high-back chairs for a more stately presence in the tall room. A light cove and dropped fir ceiling bring

down the volume of the vaulted ceiling and add glowing ambient lighting. A very simple bronze-and-glass

chandelier seems to float in the air, while silver branch candlesticks shine in its spotlight. Drop-down

window shades are hidden in the ceiling cove. “We went really clean with details, subtle and sophisticat-

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“This is the view of the master bathroom as you approach it from the bedroom,” says interior designer

Donna Guerra. “We wanted to make a statement and not say ‘bathroom.’” The designers and architects

worked together with an eye for drama and a desire to set an inviting scene in the generous space.

“The main reason for the high ceiling is to bring in natural light from high above,” says Galambos, who

had the clerestory windows above the shower frosted for privacy (the house is set on a steep slope with

windows visible from the street). He added a distinctive ceiling element with a curved light cove to soften

the space. “It’s the same fir wood as in the living room, just expressed a little differently,” he says.

Luxe materials fill the grand space, from chocolate-stained rift oak on the bath surround and floating

vanities to the Crema Marfil marble countertops and limestone-encased floors and walls. “But it’s the tex-

ture of the basketweave tile that just lures you into this bathroom,” notes Guerra. “You want to go in and

see it up close.” Adding to the luxurious spa experience are the hydrotherapy air-jet tub, waterfall bath

faucet and cantilevered stone bench in the shower. >>

The conjoined tub and shower form

the centerpiece of the master bathroom.

Everything is smooth and clean,

and then we have this

wonderfully textured

shower wall for contrast. ”--John Galambos

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Far from hidden in a stone grotto, the wine cellar unabashedly stands out front and center. Located

at the base of an elegant floating stone staircase that leads up to the main living area, the cellar is vis-

ible from the entire lower-level media room. “In contrast to a wine room as an afterthought, this is

really part of the big entertainment space,” says Galambos. A clean glass wall is all that separates the

temperature-controlled room, allowing the eye to peruse the brilliant displays of wine bottles. “The vis-

ibility makes the cellar more intriguing and inviting, allowing wine collections to be displayed almost

like trophies or artifacts,” Guerra says.

With a nod to the exterior of the house, a mixture of Colorado Buff and Chico sandstone gives some

heft to the wine cellar walls. A walnut wood column with an exquisite grain pattern offers contrast to

the glass. “The column helps ground the room,” Guerra explains. The interior designer coaxed a skilled

craftsman out of retirement to fabricate the custom copper sink. And to top everything off, she select-

ed a clean, boxy light fixture that echoes the shape of the sparkling glass room. >>

“ The transparency of the wine cellar

enhances the feeling of luxury and opens the

room to the entire entertainment space. --Donna Guerra”

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A stunning balance of form and function, this glowing kitchen serves as the heart of the home. “This is

a visual kitchen because it is open to the living and dining areas and positioned for entertaining,” says

Galambos. “But it also must serve as a functional kitchen.” To accommodate multiple requirements, the

architect and interior designer camouflaged the refrigerator, food pantry, dish pantry and microwave

with wood cladding. “The whole 9½-foot wall reads as a paneled wall,” says Guerra. Floating shelves,

rather than upper cabinets, also contribute to the kitchen’s nontraditional look.

The custom cabinets are fashioned of ribbon-cut mahogany and have a sleek, furniture-like appear-

ance. “The warm palette of the cabinetry and wood floor is contrasted by metallic elements,” says

Galambos, referring to the metallic porcelain backsplash tiles and the imposing range hood made of

plated steel with a blackened finish. For the countertops, Guerra chose honed Absolute black granite.

“With so much daylight in the kitchen, we didn’t want something highly polished or reflective,” she

says, “so we went with honed granite to complete the soft, modern look.” ●

“ Luxury does not have to be

over-appointed. It’s about the details,

how everything fits together.

And comfort.

Luxury is simplicity. ”--John Galambos

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STORY BY NORMAN KOLPAS PHOTOGRAPHY BY GIBEON PHOTOGRAPHY

THE SNOW GHOST CHALET ELEGANTLY COMBINES TOUCHES OF MONTANA’SMOUNTAIN TRADITION WITH CONTEMPORARY COMFORT AND STYLE

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OPPOSITE: The interplay between the home’s interiors and their surroundings findsdynamic expression in the main entry, where slate floor tiles and walls of locallyquarried stone flow from the exterior through double solid-cherry doors into the foyer.

near the entrance to Elk Highlands, the resi-dence known as the Snow Ghost Chalet literally sets the tone for the exclusive newcommunity of custom homes at Montana’s Whitefish Mountain Resort. Theenclave’s developers decided to collaborate on the design of the 6,400-square-foothome with CTA Architects Engineers, a venerable firm with seven-plus decades ofhistory in the Rocky Mountain West, to create an elegant design tailored for con-temporary living. It’s a style CTA partner and project manager David Mitchelldescribes as “Montana mountain architecture.”

MOUNTAIN LIVING: What were the aesthetic goals for this particular expressionof “Montana mountain architecture,” and how did you achieve them?

DAVID MITCHELL: We tried to incorporate traditional elements of alpine archi-tecture, updating them in the process. On the exterior, we used local stone—quar-ried about 40 miles from the site—in tan, dark brown and black hues. The stoneswere dry-stacked, a technique that uses very thin joints of mortar about a quarterof an inch thick and half an inch deep. When done with dark mortar, it creates avery distinct joint line with an old-fashioned look. Inside, we exposed less trusswork than you might expect in a mountain home, and we cleaned up everythingthat does show, streamlining and modernizing its look. The interior walls are alldone in Venetian plaster with an integral caramel color and were burnished to givethem a deep, rich finish. The floors are granite that was honed and polished fora more elegant, European-style feeling. We took the same approach for the win-dow and door trims, using unornamented high-gloss cherry wood, and instead ofthe traditional bronze hardware you might expect, we used brushed nickel.Overall, we tried to keep the architectural lines very clean and simple. >>

ARCHITECTURE & INTERIOR DESIGN CTA ARCHITECTS ENGINEERS

From its prime location

BELOW: Pine-beamed ceilings soar 18 feet above the kitchen and, to its right, a formal diningroom with east-facing views toward Glacier National Park. FACING PAGE: Opposite thekitchen, the great room focuses on a massive stone fireplace and views of Whitefish, Montana.

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ML: For a house with such a grand scale, the interiors feel surprisingly intimate.Was that part of your plan?

DM: The house does feel very homey for its size, and that’s a result of its scale andthe arrangement of living spaces. The home’s setting—there is a lot of heavy tim-ber rising behind the one-acre site on a rocky outcropping, and mountains allaround—offers a lot of verticality, which we tried to complement with horizontallines. From the [front] entrance, it looks like a one-story house, but in fact it’s threestories tall. The entire upper level is situated within the main level’s truss work; thelower level is built into a downslope and opens out onto a big patio and grassy area.

ML: What were your goals in terms of the space’s function?

DM: We designed the house as a place where multiple families can gather. Themain level features a master suite, and there are two more guest master suiteson the upper floor, so the house can accommodate three sets of adults. Thelower-level bedroom functions like a bunkhouse: it has several bunk beds thatcan sleep up to six kids. >>

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ML: How were you able to strike a balance between public and private spaces?

DM: Everyone can come together on the main level, which offers a very nice openkitchen, casual and formal dining areas, a sitting area and a television area. Theupper floor opens onto a mezzanine, situated just below the trusses, which is agreat space for morning coffee or evening wine. Each bedroom suite is a very pri-vate haven, and the kids are all together downstairs, so you can easily accommo-date separate groups of people throughout the house.

ML: The main-floor master suite looks especially luxurious.

DM: When we design master suites, our goal is to create a space that feels morelike a master spa. Rather than chopping the suite up into bedroom, bathroomand closet, we pulled out the tub and gave it the same warm ambience and viewsas the master bedroom.

ML: In the bedroom and throughout the house, the furnishings are so seam-lessly integrated with the architecture. How did you accomplish that?

DM: CTA owns a home furnishings store called Toad n’ Willow, which suppliedall of the furniture for this home. We spent as much time selecting and design-ing the furnishings as we did designing the structure itself. All of the interiorarchitectural details—the wall color, the cherry trim, the granite floors—setthe stage for furnishings that are equally clean-lined and also made of naturalmaterials. We believe that architecture shouldn’t be too dominant. By integrat-ing the furnishings, we ensure that the two don’t compete. Ultimately, it’s allabout the people who live here and how they bring the house to life. ●

ABOVE: In the spa-style master bath, the tub shares the same views as thebedroom. RIGHT: Tucked to one side of a cherry-paneled wall that concealsthe staircase on the home’s main level is a casual television viewing area.

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SETTING THE STAGEFew spaces unite architectureand interior design with suchfeel-good accord as this greatroom in an Aspen Highlandshome designed by architectJamie Brewster McLeod and interior designer Karen Moore.

Brewster McLeod workedwith a palette of uniform—but farfrom bland—materials to definethe large room’s architectural ele-ments: fir for the trusses, walnutfor the floors, and Arkansas mossstone for the columns and fire-place. “Everything feels verycomfortable, very uniform in style,texture and luxury,” she says,“but there are accents throughoutthe harmonious palette.”

To blend architecture with furnishings, Moore worked withthe homeowners to handpicktheir favorite fabrics and textures,then carefully wove them into thespace. Rather than introducingmany colors, Moore chose vary-ing textures to add nuance to theroom. To perfect the mood, shedesigned a layout of custom-made lighting fixtures: an impres-sive chandelier to occupy thelofty ceiling space and a series ofwall sconces that add just theright amount of glow.

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Strong architectural features meet tasteful furnishings for a room that exudes pure mountain luxury

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Mountain Living was proud to play a supporting role in the 36th Telluride Film Festival, presented by the National Film Preserve.The annual celebration of art and film, set in the spectacularRocky Mountains, featured works from more than 25 countries,including 24 new feature films, 11 revivals, 29 short films and10 documentaries, plus appearances by some of film’s greattalents, from Helen Mirren and Nicolas Cage to up-and-comerCarey Mulligan. Photos 1-8 by Michael Caufield/Wire Image

1. Producer Jens Meurer (left), actress Helen Mirren andwriter/director Michael Hoffman attend the annual filmmakersportrait. 2. Director Werner Herzog speaks at a Q&A session. 3 and 9. Telluride’s main street, Colorado Avenue, during theTelluride Film Festival. 4. Actor Nicolas Cage speaks at theNicolas Cage and Davia Nelson conversation. 5. ActressesHelen Mirren (left) and Laura Linney attend the annual filmmakers portrait. 6. Actor Viggo Mortensen (left) and KenBurns speak at the Tribute to Viggo Mortensen. 7. Actor FredWard (left) and director Christian Carion attend the Patron’sBrunch. 8. Actress Carey Mulligan speaks at the Real Lives Becoming Reel Characters seminar.

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Maule knows of what he speaks. As founder,

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Maule’s culinary path can be traced back to

his native New Zealand, where he was profes-

sionally trained, and Australia’s famed Byron

Bay. Over the years, as Maule has traveled

around the world, he has picked up a sensibility

about the role food plays in our lifestyle and spirit.

“It all comes together on the plate,” he relates.

Whether for cocktail parties or formal

dinners, Maule’s menus feature French-Asian

fusion cuisine with an emphasis on seafood

and are inspired by the seasons. “My food is a

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Whenever he can, Maule creates “dishes of

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Maule’s experience ranges from elegant

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LOCATIONPagosa Springs, Colorado

LISTING PRICE$68 million

LISTING BROKERBill Fandel, Peaks Real Estate Sotheby’s International

Realty, 970-369-7700, www.tellurideluxuryproperties.com

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LUXURY IS Large enough to accommodate more than 50 guests, the BootJack Ranch is one of the finest recreationalranches in the West. Situated in Colorado’s southern San Juan Mountains, the ranch comprises more than 3,100 acresof lush meadows and forests—all bordered by the San Juan National Forest, Weminuche Wilderness and panoramicmountain views. Fly Fishing Team USA has trained on the seven miles of the San Juan River and Wolf Creek thattraverse the property; an additional six lakes and several ponds are well stocked with several species of trout. No expensewas spared when building and restoring the ranch’s rustic log, timber and stone structures, which include a 13,800-square-foot main residence, four luxe log cabin homes, and a guest lodge with eight individual cabins. A spectacu-lar 12,000-square-foot spa and aquatic center features striking glass walls that open to let in the fresh mountain air.

Helicopter or lift access, from the door step of your own mountain home...

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