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Anne is Communications and Development Director for Yampa Valley Sustainability Council. For the past 20 years, as a staff member, independent consultant and volunteer, Anne has provided grant writing, fundraising, communications, marketing, environmental education and special event planning services for business associations and environmental and human service nonprofit organizations throughout Colorado. She is an aspiring high-country gardener and an avid trail runner, mountain biker, and Nordic and alpine skier.
Doug is a Broker Associate and General Manager of Steamboat Sotheby International Realty’s downtown office. , Doug has held executivelevel brokerage, master planning, and development positions with some of the largest ski and golf resorts in North America, including Steamboat and Copper Mountain, CO, Whitefish, MT, and Hidden Valley, PA as well owning the real estate brokerage firm, Buyer’s Resource of Steamboat. He twice served as President of the Steamboat Springs Board of REALTORS and was twice voted REALTOR of the Year. In his free time you will find him golfing, biking, skiing, playing hockey, camping, or enjoying time with his wifeMary and three adult children, Kelly, Nick and Maddie.
Neal came to the Yampa Valley in 1999 from Wisconsin after visiting friends and falling in love with the mountains and snow. He still has dreams of snowboarding in the trees of the ski area in the summertime! Realizing that his skills as a carpenter could be put to use in town, he has been here ever since. Neal began working with a custom home builder and has been the owner/operator of his own remodel company from 2006. His company, Deluxe Renovations, LLC, strives to provide the highest quality remodels they can produce for clients. When not working, Neal enjoys his time in the mountains with his wife, Kim, and three year old son, Nicholas.
S U ZIE R OM I G Steamboat Springs resident Suzie Romig is a degreed and awardwinning freelance journalist who has written for newspapers and magazines across the state. She also works as the Energy Outreach Coordinator for Yampa Valley Sustainability Council with special emphasis on energy efficiency and green building education efforts. She is an active environmental volunteer who has resided in Colorado since 1990. She lives with her wonderful husband, incredible teenage son and adopted dog. DEIRD R E PE PI N Originally from Vermont, Deirdre, came to Colorado in 1999 after graduating from Bates College and the University of Iowa. With a BA in English and MAT in Secondary English Education, Deirdre uses her training and skills as a freelance writer. She enjoys yoga, skiing, mountain biking, hiking, and spending time with her husband and two children.
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D E BR A S CH O N E WIL L Debra has been a Principal, Director of Interiors, Senior Designer for over twenty-two years. Having worked in four incredible regions, her experience in many different landscapes sets her apart. Debra is responsible for leading the development of conceptual design to the detailed implementation of the concept. Serving as the client contact, Debra sets the precedent of client service and product quality to ensure a successful project. She has a background in extensive custom technical architectural detailing, custom lighting and casework, product specification and procurement experience. K AT H RY N PE DERSE N Kathryn is a Colorado native with over 20 years of lending experience in all facets of lending. Her local experience gives her an understanding of Steamboat’s unique real estate market. Kathryn’s genuine sincerity and concern for your needs, will ensure your mortgage experience is smooth and your expectations are exceeded. Voted Best of the Boat for Best Mortgage Broker for 6 years running
SO PH IE DIN GL E Sophie Dingle is a freelance writer living in Steamboat. For the past eight years, she and her family have lived abroad in Italy, Scotland and England but have recently moved back to Steamboat permanently to raise their two boys. She has written for several publications in Steamboat, and (still) enjoys traveling (a little closer to home these days), hiking and rediscovering life in the US. LAURA SOARD While we may like to think of Laura Soard as the copy editor for HOMELINK Magazine, Laura is the Marketing Director at the Steamboat Springs Chamber. Laura grew up in Upstate New York and made her way to Steamboat to live the Colorado dream. Out of the office, she spends as much time outside as she can, trail running, mountain biking and hiking all over Steamboat and around Colorado. Laura also enjoys reading, traveling near and far, and spending time with her two favorite people: her husband and daughter.
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BY DEIRDRE PEPIN Just south of downtown, Steamboat starts to open up into greater expanses of land. Routt County’s agricultural features begin to reveal themselves. Wind drifts, bright sun, and glaring snow are reminders of harsh environs. But a seductive sense of peace permeates and real life fades away. Tucked behind a modest hill, a home—with gleaming red siding, warm cedar wood, and radiant metal exterior—catches your eye and takes your breath away. With clean lines and sharp angles, the modern design is unmistakable. With multiple garage bays, the functionality is visible. It’s a home that’s alluring and inviting. Sitting on a plateau within the 35-acre plot of land, the home is surrounded by nearby hills. Capturing views of distant, more prominent mountains, the landscape is spacious. Originally, the home was intended to be a support building. Phase one was to create an oversized threecar garage with a shop plus storage for snow removal equipment and an Airstream trailer. “It was a simple and low cost structure with a few small modern embellishments,” architect Erik Lobeck of WorkshopL clarified. Phase two was intended to build a larger main home on a nearby tract of land. But the owner realized she didn’t need much more space, so phase two became a remodel of the newly constructed accessory building. By adding a second floor, the plan for a second structure fell away.
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General contractor Bradley Bartels
large expanses of glass.” Her clean and
leading to the wrap-around driveway and
of PureBuilt, Inc. admitted this project
modern aesthetic was one of the biggest
a silo.
wasn’t an easy one. “There was a lot of
challenges of this project and also what
The silo was originally brought in for
structural work to do to get a second
makes the home striking and stunning.
storage, but the owner decided it would
floor. Ideally, we didn’t want to disturb
As Bartels puts it, “Its modern and
make a perfect gym. Its superinsulation
the lower level frame,” Bradley said,
commercial-like architecture and finishes
and galvanized corrugated steel matches
“but it became clear that it would be
puts the home more on the scale of a
that on the home. The round shape
more cost effective and efficient to open
Malibu, California home. And with its
offers a counterpoint to the sharp
everything up and re-do it. I’ve never
glass walls and austere finishes, it was
angles of the house and brings in the
taken apart anything so new and well
quite the challenge.”
agricultural surroundings. The top of
built—it wasn’t meant to be dismantled.”
Entering into the first floor through a
the silo is a concrete deck with a fire pit
Because plans for phase two evolved,
sliding glass door, there’s a living room
and an attached catwalk connecting to
the sequencing was backwards and the
furnished with a white L shaped sofa to
the second level composite deck off the
timeline was longer. Finishes went in
the right and a black and white kitchen
house. The re-appropriation of a grain
prior to drywall and paint, and Bradley
straight ahead. The Wolf appliances
bin to a workout facility and viewing
took extreme care to protect the finished
are high end and the engineered stone
platform highlights the functionality
products.
island is spacious, but the kitchen isn’t
inherent in the design concept.
Part of what made the realization of
big and boastful. The island’s seating
Back inside the home, floating steel
phase two possible was that the owner
consists of clear stools that disappear
stairs ascend to the second level. On each
knew exactly what she wanted. “She
into the background. The radiant
side of the stairwell is a large, open, and
has really modern sensibilities,” Erik
concrete floors throughout are durable,
simple bedroom. The guest bedroom is
described. “She gave me a binder full of
low maintenance, and eco-friendly. Off
on the north end of the home, and the
magazine clippings all of which were
the kitchen is a small powder room and
east wall is floor-to-ceiling glass with
modernist white interior finishes with
off the living space is another glass door
a door to the deck. The south wall is
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gives the comforting feeling of being adrift or alone. The upstairs views are part of the rooms themselves—they’re extensions of the floors and walls. The mountains sit at the end of the beds. The sky is eye-level and endless. The sun is warm and welcoming. And at night, the owner attests, “Steamboat glows.” Both upstairs bathrooms have custom designed Silestone countertop with T H E O RIG INAL M O D ERN AC C ES S ORY BU I LDI NG BEFORE REMO D EL
extra wide integral ramp sinks. The built in cabinets are gloss white laminate.
white and the west wall is black. Both
The master bedroom across the
The shower in the guest bathroom has
bedrooms have platform beds and are
landing is similar to the guest bedroom.
vein cut natural travertine ceramic tile,
minimally furnished. The oversized doors
One difference is the master suite’s steel
complementing the controlled gloss
are vertical ash wood, softening the
wrapped fireplace accented with various
white cabinets and flat white walls
black and white palette and introducing
sized panels. Another variation is that
and creating an oasis in the modernity.
a sense of the organic. The floor on the
both the east and south walls are floor-
The master bathroom is similar to the
upper level is comprised of two-by-two-
to-ceiling glass, granting 270 degrees of
guest bathroom with the distinction of
foot porcelain tiles weighing 18 pounds
valley views. Both walls provide access
having more window and sunlight, a
apiece. Miles of tile was the best way to
to the steel beam and railing deck that
luxuriously deep freestanding tub, a large
create the feel of concrete, and the floor
wraps east to west around half the
walk-in closet, and a washer and dryer.
had to be just right to receive the black
home before jutting out to the silo. With
The toilets in all bathrooms are wall
and white of the walls.
continuous views, this room in particular
hung, epitomizing the clean, functional
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simplicity of the modern look and feel as well as the hidden challenges of installation and construction. Throughout the house, there’s no baseboard, trim, or casing. All windows have mechanized roller shades that keep heat and light in or out as desired. For warming up and cooling down, the home relies on the superinsulation of its passive house design including the windows and the sun. The concrete flooring also absorbs warm and cool air, additionally helping with energy efficiency and underscoring the priority on functionality. While the owner doesn’t like to interrupt a clean line, she still wanted a good ventilation system. The installed whole-house fan is cloaked in the attic above the stairs with a dropped ceiling featuring lights that shine out from above. It was a strategic spot to exhaust warm, stale air. The fan is quiet and yet another reminder that this stealth home is all about what you feel but don’t see. Interior designer Kande Blair Iken of Designed Interiors confirms that when designing a modern interior, less is everything. “Creating a space with minimal decoration requires disciplined design and superior craftsmanship,” Kande points out. Kande loved showing off the architect’s brilliant work rather than concealing it with decorative finishes. Her affinity for open space, symmetry, and light and dark helps give this home its modern appeal. “We pride ourselves on being able to design what the client
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wants and design it to science,” Lobeck asserts. WorkshopL focuses
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on proper site planning, integration with landscape, solar orientation, energy efficiency, and efficient spatial layouts. They choose honest, necessary, and reliable materials. While PureBuilt also embraces contemporary and modern aesthetics, they adhere to the most current building science technology and focus on the resiliency and science of construction. The home’s exterior, for example, has American Fiber Cement black concrete board to protect against the harsh exposure, wind howl, and UV light. “We wanted a durable material that wouldn’t change over time,” Erik explained. He created a design to soften the look, so the pieces vary in size and shape. Upstairs the pieces are bigger and downstairs the pieces are smaller. “It was a lengthy exercise in engineering to identify patterns for each side and size and then generate a cut list for the carpenters to follow.” The modern effect was born of precise science. The composition offers something you don’t initially see but reveals itself the closer you get. This behind-the-scenes factor plays a big role in making the home work. To ensure the single pitch roof didn’t look like a flat lid, various layers had to peel back while also appearing cohesive. An undeniable modern obstacle is being able to line up everything to crisp perfection. Considering this project became a remodel, the 3D computer engineering needed to translate smoothly into reality. Erik depended on Bradley’s feedback and input. Interactive teamwork was fundamental to crafting an ultra modern house that’s super durable, efficient, and tight. Finding balance between ethereal views and the desire for privacy was the owner’s main objective in building the home. Full height window walls allow her to seemingly float above her property in the sleek sanctuary of her bedroom, and the blackout shades offer complete privacy at the push of a button. The bold black walls were at the top of her wish list and became the anchoring feature for the home’s interior. Great lighting was another important element, but hanging lights and wall sconces were not for her. The matrix of dimmable, recessed LED cans with square trim was the solution. “At night,” she says, “they look like twinkling stars.”
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REDEFINING THE SKI TOWN HOME
NEW HOUSING MODELS OFFER UNIQUE CHOICES FOR LOW-MAINTENANCE LIVING
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seems a buyer of a new home has two options: a large home or a small condo or townhouse.
Bigger isn’t necessarily better and sometimes less is more. In recent years, these perspectives have begun to infiltrate our thinking. One area
However, many potential buyers balk at the thought of sharing a wall with someone. Enter Steamboat’s third option: homes with
where this is manifested quite clearly is the
the privacy of a single-family unit but the size
housing market. Many people want to buy and
and low maintenance of a townhome. New
build smaller, more efficient homes. They’ve
developments such as Flat Tops at Wildhorse
begun to downsize and it’s not just retirees;
Meadows offer homes with a smaller footprint
it’s single people, families or those looking to
which solve the problem of wanting a smaller
purchase a second home. The trend is shifting
space but with more freedom than in a shared
so that people want quality over quantity. For
unit. The community is comprised of 21
many, it’s more important to have an efficient,
lots (currently ten have been sold and four
well-built house that reflects the owner’s
are available in the current offering). The
savviness and taste.
buyer chooses their lot and builds a semi-
In recent years, we are starting to see a
customizable house. The catch is the size: all
shift in that many people don’t want a large
the homes are 2,400 to 3,300 square feet. And
home to maintain and care for. This can be
while this may be on the larger size for some
seen right here in Steamboat, a resort vacation
areas, in Steamboat, for a single-family home,
town, where many homes are second homes. It
it’s smaller.
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Kerry Shea, who is the listing agent with Ascent Real Estate, explained, “When we took a look at buying trends, we saw that people want lower maintenance. They don’t want a 7,000 square foot home, with lots of acreage to take care of. Here, there is no extra stuff to worry about. You essentially have the
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merits of a townhome without the shared wall.” This fact alone was key to several of the buyers, including Brian Becker, who purchased his house in 2017. “Sharing a wall would not be a possibility for me. My hobby is home theater; I couldn’t have someone knocking on my door all the time, telling me to turn my movie down. That would drive me nuts.” Mr. Becker plans to retire in a few months and move to his
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house in Steamboat full time next year. Like many buyers, he chose Flat Tops based on its proximity to the mountain, the fact that it’s not a condo and for its size. “The size of the home forces you to think about getting rid of stuff and be more realistic about what you want to have in your life,” he says. “As you get older, you start realizing that this or that isn’t important anymore. It’s about getting down to the basics of what makes you happy.” Another trend relevant to Steamboat is the desire to spend more time in vacation locations.
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Eric Smith, the head architect for the Flat Tops project, explains that longer stays were a key component in the design of these houses. “More buyers of second homes want to spend the whole summer somewhere, not just go for a week at a time. We were seeing people use their units more and rent them out less.” While some condos and townhomes often feel like second homes, free-standing houses tend to feel like more “planted”
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homes rather than vacation spots. The biggest issue is how to make them functional while still utilizing all the space necessary. Homes in this development illustrate this perfectly.
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home in Steamboat, is completely functional through different elements of design. They are equipped with mudrooms and laundry rooms. The kitchen has a folding glass door that is essentially the length of one wall. When opened, it has the effect of expanding the kitchen into a much larger space so that guests or family can spill to the outside deck. Even the closet doors reflect the need to preserve space. They are barnstyle, so they slide open and shut rather than opening out and taking up room in a bedroom.
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These design elements were the reason that Mike Barrett purchased his home last year. “The indoor/outdoor living space was a huge factor for us,” Mr. Barrett says. “It’s Steamboat, so we wanted to be outside. The efficiency of the design and the layout was also key.” The Barretts have three daughters so having separate rooms for the mudroom and laundry room was important for them with kids. “Ours is a three bedroom but thanks to the efficient design of the house, we were able to put two sets of bunkbeds in one of the bedrooms. The kids can be in there, then we have the master and we still have an extra guest room for when we have friends or family come up.”
that don’t require a lot of maintenance. Even the hardwood
Due to architectural tricks, the homes are meant to feel
floors were chosen because they will hold up through the years.
bigger than 3,000 square feet.
Outside of the homes, amenities are important to the buyers
"We evaluated all aspects of the home, including elements
as well. Buyers of this trend often want a little extra though not
like maximizing ceiling heights,” Shea explains, “to provide
necessarily in the size of their home. Location, conveniences of
more open and inviting spaces.” Indeed, the ceilings in the
a gym, hot tub, or easy access to their favorite activities are very
living room, which is on the main floor, are high enough to
important.
make the room feel large and airy.
This was a key factor for Kelly Keefer who is a full-time
Windows were another area of focus; we programmed them
resident.
[windows] in preferential locations and sizes to provide a great
“The amenities at Trailhead Lodge as well as the proximity to
source of natural light and attractive views while taking privacy
work and play are just a few of the reasons I love living here,”
into consideration."
Keefer says. “I had been looking for several years for a single-
The interior aspects of the home are very well thought
family home in Steamboat and hadn’t found the right option
out. “We tried to do everything pretty basic with clean lines,”
yet. Most of the downtown homes were very old and I didn’t
Charlotte Thomas of Yampa Valley Designs explains. “Nothing
want to worry about repairs and maintenance. When I toured
is too over the top. If a buyer chooses the modern package, it’s
my home, I completely fell in love.”
not overly modern; likewise, the rustic package is not too rustic.
Ms. Keefer isn’t the only one – people everywhere are
There’s also the option to mix and match different elements.
starting to see that they don’t need or want a lot of extra space
That concept is pretty unique because technically these aren’t
to accomplish what they’re looking for. This new trend can be
custom homes but yet they’re completely customizable.”
summed up by these four words; simple, modern, location and
Ms. Thomas chose materials such as porcelain and ceramic
wow.
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MOUNTAIN GARDENING BASICS TIPS FO R A SUCC E S S F U L GAR D E N I N G S E AS O N BY I . S HO N L E A ND L. P OT T S The beautiful natural landscape of the Yampa Valley is what draws locals and visitors alike to the valley. You don’t have to do much more than look outside to see a breathtaking landscape. The beauty of natural grass, large, fully-bloomed aspen trees, wild flowers, timeless evergreens and colorful scrub oak can most definitely complete your home’s landscape. But for many in the valley, landscaping and gardening are hobbies and often that perfect “accent” to the beauty that mother nature provides us. But with this beautiful mountain landscape comes gardening challenges. To help regional gardeners better understand the challenges, the CSU Extension office of Steamboat Springs serves as a top resource in agriculture and gardening and we have compiled key gardening tips below. Colorado Master Gardeners are also in the Extension Office every Thursday from 10am-1pm during the growing season to help answer gardening questions for our community. In addition, they offer site visits to your property to assist with your specific gardening needs.
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R OC KY M O UN TAI N GA R D E NI NG ■ Low
SITE CH O ICE
humidity, fluctuating temperatures, a short growing
To determine where to plant your garden, first evaluate your
season, poor soil characteristics, watering restrictions (in some
site. The best place to grow flowers is in a site that already
cases), wildlife, wildfire, and drying winds make gardening in
supports some grass, wildflowers, or even weeds. This will
the mountains a challenge
usually be in a fairly sunny, open area. If the area has weeds,
■ Selecting
control them before planting something new. Aspen groves are
plants that tolerate local conditions is key to
successful Colorado mountain gardening
an ideal environment for many plants, but other open areas
■ Gardeners
also work well.
who are patient, know how to select plants that
will do well and manipulate the soil and microclimate will be amply rewarded
If dense evergreen trees cover your desired garden area and there is little vegetation growing underneath, most plants are unlikely to thrive. It may be necessary to remove the conifers
Gardeners new to mountain communities of Colorado often
and add organic matter to make these areas plantable. Likewise,
have trouble getting plants to thrive or even survive. There is
if the soil is very rocky and there is no existing vegetation,
no doubt that gardening in the mountains can be challenging,
increasing the organic content of the soil is critical.
particularly above 7,500 feet. Sunlight is usually of high intensity and the humidity generally is low. Combinations of
SO IL S
cool nights, a short growing season, drying winds, steepness
There are two major types of soil found in the mountains:
of slopes, aspect, topography and soil all influence how well
granite and clay. Light-colored decomposed granite soils are
plants perform in this climate. Wildlife can also be an issue.
low in organic matter, dry out quickly, and do not absorb
Most of these challenges can be overcome with proper site
heat well. They are usually high in most nutrients except for
preparation and plant choices.
nitrogen. Clay soils are also high in nutrients, but generally have poor drainage. Soil preparation is often the key to growing healthy plants in the mountains, particularly for non-native plants. Native plants are often adapted to leaner soils (lower in organic matter)
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and may ‘flop’ or have a shorter life span in wellamended soils. In general, it is beneficial to add organic matter to any type of mountain soil, although in poorly drained soils it is best to add some each year, rather than all at once, in order to avoid salt buildup. Incorporate two to three inches of organic matter (or three cubic yards per 1,000 square feet of garden), such as alfalfa pellets, compost, or aged manure, to a depth of six to twelve inches. Avoid using Colorado mountain peat, as it is a non-renewable resource, has too fine of a texture, and is alkaline. It is best to work organic matter into the entire area that will be planted. If this is not feasible, dig a larger than necessary hole, and amend the backfill with 20 percent soil amendment. This also helps to prevent a ‘soil texture interface’ when planting nursery-grown container plants. The soil around the roots in a container is often high in organic matter, while the native soil can be lower in organic matter and may be a different texture. This soil texture interface may cause a zone beyond which the roots will not grow. Test the soil after adding organic material for nutrient deficiencies. RAIS ED B E DS Raised beds can solve many problems for mountain gardeners. Raised beds can be created with good, weed free soil, and are especially beneficial if soils are poorly drained or are very rocky and hard to dig. They also warm faster in the springtime and can help to protect the plants from burrowing rodents if a 1/4" wire mesh (hardware cloth) is tacked onto the bottom before the soil is added.
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MIC R O CL I MAT E S The successful mountain gardener learns to exploit or create microclimates. For example, gardens placed in full sun (southern exposures) will have a longer, warmer growing season than other exposures. These warm or hot microclimates are the places to experiment with plants that need more heat during the growing season to come into flower before frost. If the site is protected in the winter, this is also a place to experiment with less hardy plants. Another good site for more tender plants is in front of rock formations or walls (natural or created) where the thermal mass can raise winter temperatures. Because plant growth is slowed by cool mountain soil temperatures, creating a perennial bed that slopes towards the south or using raised beds will cause plants to grow faster and emerge earlier in the spring due to the increased soil temperature. These plants may be vulnerable to late spring frosts. Gardens on south-facing slopes are warmer and drier than gardens on north-facing slopes of the same valley at the same elevation. Some mountain areas have a reliable blanket of snow over much of the winter. This acts as insulation and may allow less hardy plants (zone 5 or 6) to overwinter. Snow blankets can be encouraged in specific locations by putting up a snow fence; this will cause snow build up on the lee (downwind) side of the fence. This same snow blanket, however, may cause some xeric plants to rot out during the winter, even if they are cold hardy. Also consider the flow of air; at night, cool air drains down to low spots. Valley floors may be over 10 degrees F cooler than surrounding gardens on hillsides above the valley floor. Strong winds can cause plants to dry out. Dessiciation can be reduced by using fences, trees, or shrubs to create a wind barrier.
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PLANT CH O I CE Even though many mountain gardeners live in wooded areas, ‘woodland plants’ are seldom good choices – this term in catalogues usually refers to Eastern woodland conditions (moist, organic rich, acid soils and humid air). We have few to none of those conditions in our mountain areas. Plants with smaller leaves will often require less water and will also experience less damage from hail. Be cautious with late-blooming plants or plants that are heat-lovers, as they probably won’t bloom before frost. This is because plants need to accumulate enough growing-degree days in order to mature. Late-blooming plants and heat lovers require more growing-degree days to develop. In general, choose plants that are hardy to zones 2 to 4. Low temperatures are not the only factor in whether a plant will overwinter, however. Other factors include day length, source of plant material, recent temperature patterns, rapid temperature changes, soil moisture, wind exposure, sun exposure and carbohydrate reserves. Native plants are some of the best plants for the mountains because they are already adapted to the harsh conditions. PLANT I N G In mountain areas, the best time to plant flowers is either immediately after the last frost or during the rainy season. Planting in late summer or fall decreases the chance of survival, especially for borderline-hardy plants, and is less preferable. Gradually harden off (acclimate) nursery or greenhouse grown containerized plants, especially if they were purchased at lower elevations, or choose plants that have been grown outside at local nurseries. About two weeks before the anticipated planting time, reduce the amount of water the plants receive and expose the plants to increasingly longer periods of outdoor conditions. Start by placing the plants in a protected location, and gradually increase the exposure to sun and wind. Be prepared to provide temporary cover (frost caps, floating row covers, or even bed sheets) if the temperatures PH OTO C O U R T E SY S O DA MO U N TA I N CO N S TRU CTI O N & H I VE 1 8 0
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WATERIN G Determine the source of water for the garden and the associated water rights. If it is a well with a householdonly use permit (where no outside watering is permitted; this applies to most wells drilled after 1972 on less than 35 acres), water inputs can be minimized or eliminated by ‘planting with the precipitation.’ Plant droughttolerant plants when the rainy season begins in your area which is often in early to mid-July. Plants should be watered on the day they are planted and then mulched to retain moisture. Trial gardens indicate a very high survival rate when planted this way. Wildflowers and native grasses sown in the fall also have little to no watering needs.
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keep the wind from blowing the mulch off. Pea gravel or rock mulches are more wind-resistant, provide frost protection, increase the soil temperature for enhanced growth, particularly if it is dark-colored and may allow self-seeding of plants. Floating row covers (spun-polyester fabric that allows light and moisture through) may also be used to protect perennials and newly seeded beds over the winter. WILD L I F E I N T H E GA R D E N Exclusion of animals such as deer, rabbits, voles, and ground squirrels from the garden is the most effective long-term solution. Each animal requires a somewhat different technique. If this is not possible, plant resistant plant species. While nothing is foolproof, in general, most wildlife will avoid plants that are very aromatic; have prickles or spines, tough, leathery leaves, milky sap; or are toxic. F IRE M I T I GAT I ON
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BY SUZIE ROMIG When accepting the newly minted award for Sustainable Home of the Year, homeowner Megan Moore-Kemp said, “We weren’t even sure we should go for this award.” That’s because, she said, their family home completed in summer 2018 does not feature as many “sexy” bells and whistles such as a solar PV system that one might expect. But the home is a terrific example of thoughtful planning, energy modeling, increased building envelope performance and waste reduction measures that all add up to one sexy, sustainable package. The home in the Fairview neighborhood of Steamboat Springs was awarded Yampa Valley Sustainability Council’s inaugural Routt County Sustainable Home for 2018. The community recognition was presented during the annual YVSC awards ceremony in January of this year. Nominations for the competition ranged from homes with smaller footprints to an over-sized mountain home equipped with two forms of renewable energy, but the holistic sustainable design approach at the Moore-Kemp home won over the selection committee. The home’s modest size of 1,880 square feet was a strong factor. The two-story residence houses a full
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family, including mom (Megan), dad (builder Scott Kemp), two active elementary-aged sons (Mason and Fergus), part-time resident grandmom (Noreen Moore), two dogs (Gemma and O’Kane) and, not to be forgotten, Tut the turtle. Committee member Tanya Lillehoff, a LEED-accredited architectural designer with Gerber Berend Design+Build, said the home’s above-code insulation package and attention to air sealing detail “demonstrates that air infiltration and energy loss will be kept to a minimum and will use less energy over time.” “The design for this home integrated a more holistic approach that considered mechanical system performance, plumbing and lighting fixtures, materials, recycling of building materials and more,” Lillehoff said. “The Kemp house is of a size that many people could comfortably imagine themselves living in.” Building a modest, super tight home without initial installation of renewable energy sources “leaves more of the natural environment intact and puts the emphasis on building
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well including creating a continuous thermal break, utilizing an energy return mechanical system, and sealing and caulking to prevent energy loss,” Lillehoff noted. The home for the long-time local family was an eight-year process. The family first moved into a 1940s log home on their corner lot along 13th Street in 2010. Next door, they built a
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629-square-foot, energy efficient, two-bedroom apartment atop a two-car garage. That initial small home was certified by the Routt County Green Building Program and recorded natural gas heating bills of only $200 per year. In spring 2017, they began to deconstruct the rental log home to make way for new construction, giving away useable items and savings materials for reuse. Although they had not hired an architect for past projects,
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the couple decided to call upon a local architectural designer with like-minded sustainable goals, Erik Lobeck of WorkshopL in Steamboat Springs, who is well respected for energy and resource efficient designs. Lobeck, a Certified Passive House Consultant, pivoted the design of the modern mountain craftsman home slightly on the north-south oriented lot for optimal passive solar gain. The roof line rises to the south to allow more sunlight to stream in during winter. The gabled roof is a nod to the Old Town Steamboat feel. “Erik is completely in sync with listening to the desires of the client and bringing that to life,” Megan said. Lobeck said the “big move” in the design process was creating an upside-down living arrangement with the bedrooms downstairs and living space upstairs. “This allowed the space most occupied and used – the open plan kitchen, dining and living room – to benefit from the best
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ADDITIONAL SUSTAINABLE FEATURES: ENERGY EFFICIENCY: ■ High-efficiency heating using 95 percent efficient condensing combination boiler for radiant heat and on-demand domestic hot water ■ All Energy Star rated appliances ■ 90 percent LED and exterior dark sky compliant lighting THERMAL ENVELOPE DETAILS: ■ Roof: R-54, loose fill blown-in fiberglass installed with smart vapor retarding membrane acting as an air barrier ■ Wall: R-34, 2x6 stick frame with fiberglass blown-in blanket system and 2” polyisocyanurate continuous insulation on exterior ■ Windows: Triple-paned windows with superior U value from 0.19 to 0.21 ■ Under floor: R-20 with 4” rigid foam insulation under radiant concrete slab SUSTAINABLE MATERIALS: ■ Slab-on-grade foundation as thermal sink downstairs ■ Beetle-kill pine for tongue and groove interior siding ■ High recycled content metal siding ■ Aggressive recycling of all materials for low landfill contribution per square foot (a dumpster was not used until the sheetrock stage) ■ Material choices based on longevity and sustainability such as cork flooring, concrete floor downstairs, soapstone counters, all-in-one sink units ■ Reused materials ranging from a family antique for a laundry cabinet to Facebook finds for dining room chairs WATER EFFICIENCY: ■ Low-flow plumbing fixtures and dual-flush toilets ■ Rain water harvesting for use with drought-tolerant landscaping ■ Salvaged, protected and reused all topsoil
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views and daylight, which is not easy in urban infill scenarios,” said Lobeck, who earned a master’s degree in architecture and construction management from University of Washington. “We focused more on program, feel and efficiency before thinking excessively about the desired ‘look.’ The end design and aesthetic progressed naturally from the initial desired spatial relationships as we added successive design layers including view corridors, location of outdoor space, sunlight patterns and integration of the existing garage and accessory dwelling unit.” The home’s style is an eclectic mix of modern with upcycled and sustainable materials, which is a great fit for the diverse Fairview neighborhood. For example, reclaimed and salvaged wood from an 1880s barn the couple previously deconstructed are used for structural ceiling and porch beams as well as decorative elements such as shelving and table tops. Sleek Ikea cabinets are nestled among butcherblock countertops made from old barn wood. A 30-foot weathered barnwood ceiling beam runs parallel to an exposed metal duct for the ventilation system for the tight home. Upcycled fencing and metal roof materials make up the façade of the natural gas fireplace in the living room. The collaboration between Lobeck at WorkshopL and Kemp at his construction company New Mountain Builders evolved
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so positively that the two launched their own design-build partnership. The team already is at work on a new home in the Brooklyn neighborhood in Steamboat Springs and have two other projects waiting in the wings, Kemp said. When planning their now Sustainable Home of the Year, the family hired local professional engineer and LEED green associate Scott Conner to conduct energy modeling. The software modeling advises window locations and sizing, tightness of the building envelope, and insulation types and locations. The high-performance envelope has no thermal breaks from footings to roof. A mid-construction blower-door air sealing test was conducted before sheetrock installation to locate any areas still in need of caulking and sealing. The important test indicated areas needing additional attention such as the interface of materials around some windows, plumbing penetrations through the concrete foundation, sealing around bath fans, and the juncture of concrete floors with the exterior walls. A postconstruction blower-door test showed an impressive result of only 1.49 air changes per hour at 50 pascals of air pressure, which means the air leakage results are 50 percent better than the required three air changes per hour for the 2015 building codes. Subcontractors on the project were almost all from Routt County, and the family sourced as many products as possible from local businesses. The couple also incorporated healthy indoor air quality measures such as an energy recovery ventilation system for balanced ventilation, no carpeting, an electric induction cooktop to reduce combustion gases, and low or no VOC (volatile organic compound) finishes from paints to cork flooring. The design incorporated noise controls to help block exterior sound from busy 13th Street by using triple-pane windows and continuous exterior insulation. Significant sound proofing was added between the floors, and low-decibel appliances were installed since the living areas are above the bedrooms. Now that they are moved in their new home, the couple is happy their two-bedroom apartment adds to the city housing stock and is rented by a long-term local family. In future years, the couple plans to duplicate construction on the other half of their double lot to build another new efficient home and an adjacent garage with second-floor apartment. When asked the crucial steps to achieve an energy efficient and sustainable home, the couple advises to design with the site in mind, employ energy modeling and blower-door testing, and “get ready to pay attention to the details.”
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The couple jokes that their repeated advice to other local families taking on new construction is that communication
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BY B R OOKE S AL AZA R What’s the difference between a house and a home? It’s a similar question to “what’s the difference between an acquaintance and a friend?” It’s the subtle difference of connection. Although a house can be beautiful, even majestic, it’s difficult to connect to a house. A home, on the other hand, conjures up emotions and makes you want to stay awhile. Homes can bring comfort, vitality, energy, even inspiration. They can be a welcoming hug after a long day. Or they can be an expression of modernism and contemporary vibes. The foundation, structure and layout of a house are incredibly important to the longevity and functionality – they create beautiful houses. These necessities could ensure your house withstands the test of time and allows you a sense of security where you lay your head at night. But how do you take your beautiful house and make it a home? You infuse personality … you give it a soul. Décor is no longer just a “nice-to-have” in the landscape of home building –it’s perhaps the most critical ingredient to turning you house into a home, because it makes it yours. Your home is a reflection of yourself, your personality and your lifestyle. Your décor puts a little bit of yourself on display for everyone that walks through your door to see.
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Parts of this process begin when you choose finishing touches to the building process – flooring, countertops, lighting, etc. At that point, you’re already setting the tone for your overall look and feel. None of those elements are easily changed, so you have to be thoughtful in your selection. You might choose based on industry or regional trends (mountain, modern, rustic, traditional), budgetary constraints, or availability. Olivia Kimmeth, of Olivia’s Home Furnishings, says the Steamboat Modern Trend is “modern tile, steel accents, added to our wood floors, beams and walls.” These choices set the stage for a beautiful house. They give you a pallet to work with. And then it is time to create a connection. Creating connection is an intentional process of evoking emotion. But you can’t do that without first knowing which emotion you want to experience. How do you want your home to feel when you live in it every day? Does each room have a different purpose? Brainstorm how you want to feel walking from room to room. How do you want your guests to feel? Allow yourself to dream a bit. Perhaps, to you, your home is your safe place; it requires the utmost comfort and allows you to refuel. Perhaps, to you, your home is your inspiration; it gives you energy and creativity. Perhaps, to you, your home is a place for your children to roam free. Your home is just that – it’s yours. And only you know how you want to feel in your home.
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Whatever that feeling is, make it yours. Seek out art and décor that bring that feeling to life – these are the embellishments on your home palette. They infuse personality and connection so it becomes a truly personal process. Sandi Poltorak at Pine Moon Fine Art Gallery says it perfectly: “Beautiful interiors become meaningful when the walls are adorned with art that is significant to the homeowner,” so choosing your art and décor is a journey of choices that best reflect yourself. In particular, choosing art can be a challenging task because it is so personal, to both you and the artist. Perhaps through meeting the artist and learning more from each other, you can find art that really speaks to you and creates the emotion you’re craving. Investing in a local artist not only gives you that relationship, but it also supports the community. “Art can be one of the most personal elements you infuse into a well-designed space,” says Shirley Stocks with Wild Horse Gallery, so you might want to take your art choices one step further by commissioning art. Welcoming an artist into your home to really know your personality and your desires could result in an irreplaceable piece of art that you’ll treasure forever. ARTI ST S AN D RI PO LTO RA K
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There are also places for décor that won’t break the bank. In fact, a blend of affordable and priceless pieces is often the best mix for a home. It allows the décor to complement and
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not compete. If art is what you love, prioritize that investment. Then you could choose rugs, pillows, or plants from more affordable places to lessen the impact on your budget. There is no set recipe for creating your own living space that feels exactly how you want it to feel. Of course, there are style tips and faux paus, but at the end of the day, your home is YOUR HOME. It’s for you to love and enjoy – so feel free to take the reins and enjoy the ride! Have fun with the process, and when it’s not fun, find support. There are so many fantastic designers in Steamboat that specialize in helping bring a homeowner’s vision to life. The best part about art and décor is that it’s not permanent, and it never has to be “complete”. Your tastes and lifestyle will
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2 0 1 8 R E A L E S TAT E , S U P P LY O R D E M A N D ? 2 0 1 9 FO RECAS T B Y DO U G L A BO R S T E A M BOAT SOT H E BY ’ S R E A L ESTATE With a healthy national, state and local
and 2010. It wasn’t until buyers came back
economy and eight years of steady growth
into the market in 2010 that the number of
in transactions that averaged a 15 percent
listings finally declined. From 2010 to 2016 the
increase year-over-year, why, all the sudden,
number of listings declined 7 percent annually.
did the 2018 Steamboat Springs real estate
However, in 2017 that percentage tripled to a
market see a drop in transactions of 2 percent?
decline of 21 percent, setting a stage coming
A quick answer would be that demand has
into 2018 of the fourth lowest number of
levelled off.
listings the MLS has seen. Less inventory led
In 2017 the Steamboat Springs Multiple
to less buying opportunities, and less buying
Listing Service posted 1,373 transactions, the
opportunities led to fewer transactions in 2018.
fourth best recorded and highest since the
If lower demand was the reason, a reduction
2008 crash.
of property values would have been the result.
However, the slight drop (call it a levelling
However, the average price of all properties
off) of transactions may not be due to a
sold in the Steamboat Springs MLS increased
reduction in demand, but a reduction in supply
13 percent from 2017 to nearly $600,000, the
to meet demand. The 2008 market crash
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Although there were not as many 2018 transactions as 2017, there were some very interesting ones. Following are some of the most notable sales and occurrences this past year: SIN GL E FAMILY H O MES Single family homes typically represent about one-third of all MLS transactions. Three hundred seventy-seven single family homes were sold in 2018 at a median price of $585,000 and $259/sf. Dollar-per-square-foot is an industry benchmark that equates to a price a property is valued, depending on its square footage size. Steamboat had 188 transactions with a $762,500 median price and $404/sf. Although median price in Steamboat went up only 9 percent, median dollar-per-square-foot ($/sf) price went up a substantial 36 percent from its 2017 price of $298. The highest priced single-family home (nonFarm & Ranch) was a 9,792 sf, 6 bedroom (br), 10 bath (ba) home on 9 acres (ac) adjacent to the Catamount Golf Course that sold for $4 million. It was originally listed for sale in 2007 at $7,895,000. The least expensive home that sold was a quaint, 2br/1ba, 700 sf home in Oak Creek on a .11-acre lot and sold for its $135,000 list price. Slate Creek Ranch, located just north of town on Highway 129, captured the award for highest ranch sale. The ranch consists of 1,145 acres, stunning scenery, valuable water rights,
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intact mineral rights, excellent wildlife habitat, public land adjacency, stream-
TOWN H O ME S Town homes fill the niche between
its owners, it allows plenty of time for a second home owner to enjoy the fishing,
fed ponds, paved road access and usable
condos and single-family homes, with
pool, tennis, restaurant and bar onsite,
improvements. Listed at $16.9 million, it
179 selling in 2018 and 159 of those
and spectacular wilderness and recreation
sold via auction at $10 million.
in Steamboat. Steamboat $/sf values
surrounding the property.
remained steady at $310, and median
CONDOM I N I UM S The second most popular property purchase is a condominium. 2018 saw 310 condos snatched up, with all but 9 in Steamboat. This was a substantial 14 percent increase over the prior year, most likely due to lack of inventory. Median Price in Steamboat was $365,000 (+4 percent) and $/sf was $371 (+9 percent). One Steamboat Place was home to the highest priced condo sale, at $2.4 million, or $955/sf, at 2,513sf. The slopeside, 4br/4ba residence comes with yearly HOA dues of $46,101, which includes some of the finest services and amenities one could want. Walton Village had the least expensive condo sale at $152,000 for a 1br/1ba, 565sf ground floor unit.
prices increased 4 percent to $600,000. Stagecoach, about 17 miles south of
L AN D Overall land transactions in 2018
Steamboat, enjoys a good amount of
declined 13 percent to 209. This is most
townhome interest with 14 in 2018 and at
likely due to the substantial drop in
a median price and $/sf value of $259,000
Stagecoach sales, which went from 72
(+12 percent) and $179 (+14 percent),
to 34 (-53 percent). Looking closer at
respectively.
Stagecoach shows the inexpensive (and
Winning top town home honors was a
nearly impossible to build on) parcels
ski-in / ski-out 6br/7ba, 5,956sf Ski Trail
priced under $10,000 went from 30 sales
Lane home at $2,375,000. It also featured
in 2017 to a mere 9 in 2018. One would
a top floor master with fireplace, home
think the lack of housing inventory would
theater, fitness room and wine cellar.
help land sales. However, building costs
Glen Eden Resort, in Clark, is home to a
could be prohibiting sales. Generally, it
2br/2ba, 837 sf townhome alongside the
is still less expensive to buy an existing
Elk River that holds the lowest priced
home than to build. Steamboat Springs
sale at $105,000. Although Glen Eden
lot sales increased from 70 to 74 (+6
zoning prohibits full time residency for
percent), yet median price substantially increased 33 percent to $327,000.
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Woodchuck Mountain Ranch, consisting of 2,204 acres, and near the Stagecoach recreation area and next to wilderness, BLM and national forest lands, was the most expensive land parcel sold, fetching $5,275,000. Just up from Woodchuck was the least expensive land sale, in South Station I at Stagecoach. The .7-acre parcel, with no utilities and seasonal access, but backing up to greenspace, sold for $4,700. SU MMARY Upon first blush it appears the market is levelling off. Further investigation suggests demand remains strong, but supply is short. Median days on market supports this idea, dropping over the past five years from 96, 91, 77, 70 and currently 49 days. Absorption rates similarly support this theory, moving from 64, 70, 82, 119 to 123 percent. Some relief is in sight with new developments either coming out of the ground or on the drawing board, but buyers should see nothing happening soon, which adds more pricing pressure for upward movement.
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F U TU RE F O RECAST Whether short or long-term, forecasting is always a complex exercise. Many factors come into play, including the economy, interest rates, building costs, politics, taxes and in Steamboat’s case, the weather! Assuming the aforementioned factors stay relatively consistent, in the near term, look for real estate transactions to drop again in 2019 between 5% and 7%. Supply will affect this in two ways: first, lower ‘deliverable’ supply will give buyers less to choose from and cause prices to continue to appreciate, causing a slowdown in purchases. Second, some new projects will be coming on the market in 2019 (undeliverable supply), so although contracted in 2019, they will not close until 2020 (upon construction completion). With baby boomers entering retirement age, rise in location neutral businesses and Steamboat Springs’ excellent schools and healthcare, demand for the Steamboat lifestyle will continue to grow, so look for prices to increase 2 percent to 4 percent, but higher for scarce or irreplaceable properties.
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Alterra Mountain Company’s 2017 acquisition of the Steamboat Ski Area will also increase demand, not only short but also long-term and have a lasting impression on the real estate market. In its short period of ownership, Alterra has made a statement with identifying immediate improvements to the ski village and has announced plans for improving the ski experience. Although somewhat handcuffed by the fractured holdings in the village core, the Urban Renewal Authority, in conjunction with Alterra and other property owners, must work in unison to create a unique and memorable Steamboat
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B Y K ATH RY N PE DERSE N F IDEL ITY MO RTGAGE If I only had a crystal ball! It’s something I say every day when discussing interest rates with clients. If I could predict what the future holds when it comes to stocks and bonds, and ultimately mortgage interest rates, I would be lounging on a beach in Fiji right now instead of cuddling up to the space heater with a strong cup of coffee. Despite my lack of psychic abilities, it is a major part of my job to be a trusted advisor to my clients and ensure they get the best possible loan that meets their long and short-term financial goals. Whether their dream home finally came on the market, or they just want to tap into their equity to make some home improvements, interest rates will play a major role in what is possible as far as affordability for the average homebuyer. How do we know what interest rates will do? First, we can look at where they’ve been. Second, we can look at the driving forces behind them and then try to make some predictions. So, what happened with interest rates in 2018? Rates rose for most of the year and ended the year .375 - .5 percent higher than they were the year before. Since the economic downturn, the Federal Reserve has been a big purchaser of mortgage bonds; this was termed “quantitative easing.” This pushed mortgage rates artificially low. This has helped our economy grow because it has promoted increased investment and lending. In 2018 their purchasing stopped, which along with other economic factors, greatly impacted mortgage interest rates.
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The Federal Reserve has also kept the Fed Funds Rate (the rate at which banks borrow money) relatively low, but during 2018 they embarked on four “rate hikes” which ultimately made it more expensive for banks to borrow and lend money. What we know about the Fed’s plan for 2019 is to slow growth and combat inflation. One tactic at their disposal is to no longer buy mortgage bonds, so the supplemental “propping up” of mortgage rates that we’ve enjoyed since the Recession has gone away. Mortgage rates are based on the mortgage bond market. It is an open market (similar to the stock market) and fluctuates daily based on economic reports and mortgage bond purchases and sales. We are through the first quarter of 2019 and we’re taking advantage of excellent interest rates, but our sources say we can expect them to increase to about a half to three quarters of a percent on average for 2019. That seems high for those
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THE MAKING OF
M O D U L A R H OM E S SYSTEM-BUILT MODULES REDUCE CHALLENGES OF LOCAL CONSTRUCTION
B Y S UZ I E R O M I G
“Construction will continue to move in this direction because there are too many
Homebuyers in Routt County are increasingly
benefits,” said Ron Davies, CEO of Fair & Square
interested in modular construction to save
Construction in Steamboat Springs. “I think there
building time and money.
is a growing interest because of the challenges
At the local Sustainable Home Tour in September, frequent comments from tour
with weather and labor resources here.” “People are looking for ways to save money,”
attendees were “which one is the modular?” and
said Davies, who can operate a smaller crew to
“I want to be sure to see the modular.”
finish a modular home. “In the end, there is no
With the tight local labor market, harsh winters that shorten the building season, and higher land and construction costs in an area popular with
difference between this modular and a fully sitebuilt home.” With a degree in civil engineering and 26
second home owners, homes built with system-
years of construction experience in Routt County,
built modular or hybrid modular construction
Davies believes modular construction will
are helping to reduce some of the challenges of
become more of a norm except for the “ultra-
residential construction.
custom high-end homes” with complex designs
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and large volume great rooms. Modular homes can be placed almost anywhere except very steep sites, he said. The modules are built in climate-controlled factories that limit damage to materials from weather and water that can add to mold and durability concerns. The assembly-line process and simpler designs create some 50 percent less waste of construction materials. Modular homes have less cost overruns, can save 15 percent on hard costs with bulk purchased construction materials, and can cut construction time in half, Davies said. Since 2010, Fair & Square (www.FairandSquare.org) has been an authorized representative for Heritage Homes of Nebraska that started in 1978 and serves an 11-state region in middle America. Fair & Square has used Heritage Homes modules for six homes in Steamboat Springs, Oak Creek, Rangley and Clark, including one for second home owners Bessie and Dimitri
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Zgourides.
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happy with the end product.”
“I went to Nebraska (to tour the factory) and was impressed with the quality of work and materials,” said Bessie Zgourides, an artist who has a background in architecture. “We were really While the modules are being constructed in the Heritage factory – requiring about five weeks per module – a local crew can simultaneously construct the foundation or first floor. The standard modules arrive 80 to 85 percent complete, said Heritage Homes co-owner Jon Meyer, needing some final steps such as plumbing connections and floor tile grout. Meyer said Heritage has sold more than 200 modular homes in Routt County since 2000, working previously with builder Dave Combs for a decade. Heritage has 14 authorized dealers in Colorado, has experienced 20 percent year-over-year sales growth since 2010 and records the highest concentration of sales in Summit, Clear Creek, Park, Chaffee, Grand, Routt and Eagle counties. “We have had incredibly stable growth in Colorado since the bottom of the recession in 2010,” said Meyer, noting that 38 percent of Heritage business in 2018 was in Colorado. The move by Heritage to more customizable modular layouts and finishes in 2002 contributed to sales growth. Modular homes help customers control costs of the livable space, which represents some 60 percent of the overall residential project costs, Meyer said. Knowledgeable contractors can point out the wider 8-inch connecting wall that give off-site prefabricated home modules away, but house guests do not notice the difference. Homeowner Zgourides said when guests learn the top floor of her two-story home was built with two rectangular modular units transported 672 miles from Wayne, Neb., they turn their
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heads inquisitively and ask “really?” or “where does it connect?” The 2,580-square-foot home in Clark used a hybrid modular style with foundation and lower level built on site while the
This means the modular homes performed as well or better than completely site-built current homes the company has built. Steamboat Springs-based SmartPads company (www.
living room was pushed out and up on the second floor.
SmartPads.co), founded by local realtors Ryan Cox and Darrin
Through this method, the shorter timeline saved significantly
Fryer, partner with Zip Kit Homes, a prefabricated modular
on construction loan costs that have a higher interest rate than
home company headquartered in Idaho. SmartPads and Zip Kit
mortgages. The garage, porch and patio were built on site after
collaborated to open a building facility in April 2018 in Vernal,
the modules were hoisted into place by a crane.
Utah, that employs an eight-person construction crew. SmartPads
“Modular can be less stressful for the homeowner with less
works with local general contractors Drury Construction and
decisions,” said Davies, a sustainably focused builder. “We
Petra General Contractors to complete projects in Hayden and
believe that people tend to build smaller with the modular
Steamboat Springs.
system, not bigger.” Downsizing retirees Donna and Joe Russo utilized Heritage
“There is a growing demand for a different approach to building,” Cox said. “Our goal is to bring affordable home
and Fair & Square for their simple, well-built and energy
solutions that are stylish, efficient and smart. Our homes are
efficient 1,500-square-foot, single-story home in Old Town
stick-framed just like most site-built homes.”
Steamboat Springs that was completed in five months. “I am really sold on the modular after living here a couple
SmartPads got off to strong start with a 10-unit townhome development in Hayden with one-bedroom, one-bath units
of months,” Donna Russo said, noting the home was warmer,
at 572 square feet listed for $168,000. Four of those small
tighter and “just as sturdy as can be.”
townhomes were set in November 2018, with six units to be set
Davies said three of the modular homes that his company most recently completed earned a final Home Energy Rating
in April 2019. The SmartPads homes range from 840-square-foot, two-
System (HERS) score of 50 to 55 on the nationally recognized
bedroom, two-bath single family homes in Leadville and Buena
scoring system for measuring a home’s energy performance.
Vista to three single-family homes ranging from 1,900 to 2,855
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Sunlight homebuyer Bonnie Glover said she chose SmartPads because it was “a simple and efficient process.” Cox said if a customer purchases an existing design when SmartPads has open capacity, the product could be delivered on site in as quick as three months. Modules can also reduce costs for commercial construction. Fair & Square completed a business building in Oak Creek that was 6,750 square feet with two stories above a basement. The two modular levels were 2,250 square feet each and were built from six modules. For the truck shipping, the maximum dimensions for the Heritage modules can be up to 17 feet wide, 66 feet long and 12 feet 10 inches tall. Another use for modules is for simpler expansion projects at existing homes. Davies said Fair & Square is completing a modular addition on two homes in Milner and Clark, which can “cut disruption of construction on site in half.” Modular home partners are all quick to point out that
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modules are built to current state and local building codes and are inspected at the factory and on site. The construction style is not to be confused with mobile homes found in trailer home parks that have steel frames, thinner walls, lesser insulation levels and follow federal HUD guidelines. “We get several leads reaching out to us each week,” Cox noted. “Based on interest, we are confident that there is a demand for this type of product.”
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B Y NE A L SC H U LZ OW N E R , D E L U X E R E NOVAT I O N S, L L C One of the most important tasks of any project for your home is choosing the right contractor to help make your dream a reality. The right contractor will collaborate, guide, and educate you during the project. PL A NNI NG P R O C E SS The best way to begin the process of choosing a contractor is to thoroughly plan what you want done, the scope of work, and be able to communicate that plan with potential candidates. Do you want a room painted or a total kitchen upgrade? If there are multiple remodel projects that you want completed, start with a smaller project to choose a contractor. A “trial job” is a great way to investigate whether you work well with a contractor. If the job is completed to your standards, you have found a professional for larger projects in the future. If the experience was not what
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you thought it should be, do not let that discourage you from searching again. Not all contractors are created equal. The budget for your project should also be considered as you begin deciding on the scope of work. You need an idea of what you want to spend before you can start to plan what you can accomplish. Remember that the amount you spend directly relates to the quality of the finished product you receive. The next part of the planning phase is designing and possibly drawing the project. This is where you start deciding on specifics of the job. What do you want the finished product to look like? Now is the time to choose colors, finishes, appliances, fixtures, etc. You may want to enlist the help of a designer or decorator during the planning phase. These professionals can help find products for your desired style. You also want to use an architect if you are structurally changing a part of your home. The more specific you are about your ideas for your finished project during this early phase, the easier it is for a contractor to successfully complete the project as cost efficiently as possible. A contractor can be an asset during the planning process. You can hire a contractor for a few hours of help without committing to the entire project; this will also give you an opportunity to see how well you work with this person. It is also helpful to have an idea of the cost for some of the work that is not dependent on the finishes selected (framing, drywall, painting, etc.). Plan for what you want but be prepared to decide what would be acceptable to stick to the budget. You might want a heated tile floor in a bathroom remodel, but is the additional cost of a heated floor necessary? Investigate some options so you can choose to continue with a project or give yourself some time to save for your dream project with exactly what you want. SE ARCH IN G F O R A PR O F ESSIO N AL Once you have a plan, it is time to search for a contractor to do the job. Recommendations from your designer, decorator, or
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architect are extremely helpful because they can guide you to a contractor that is best suited to you and your project. Friends and family can also be a great source of knowledge, whether they’ve had positive or negative experiences, because knowing who not to use is helpful as well. CH O O SIN G CAN DIDATES Start by having brief phone interviews. The contractor should
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contractor has done previously is also a great way to choose the usually comes with a higher price.
QU EST I O N S TO AS K • References from their last 2-3 jobs that were similar to your project • What type and size of projects do they usually do? • Are they insured? • Will there be employees and additional sub-contractors working on your project?
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• What is important to you: the cleanliness of the site, sticking to the budget, regular communication? Write down a list with everything that is important to you and ask about these before hiring. PR OPO S A L S Once you have decided on two or three candidates, ask them for a proposal or bid. Now is when you will see the benefit of the time spent planning the scope of your project. Once you have compared the proposals, you can choose a contractor for your project. Before you proceed with a contractor be sure that you have a signed contract. Make sure you get the job done that you want by having everything in writing. Most problems between client and contractor stems from not having a thoroughly detailed planned project with the agreed upon details in writing. Spending the time thoroughly planning your project and researching your contractor can help make the remodel of your home a wonderful experience and create a final product that you
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B E CR E AT I VE W I T H SPAC E PLANNI N G, PE R TA I N I NG TO F LOW A N D F UN CT I O N O F S PACE S. US E I N T E R E ST I NG INNOVAT I VE MAT E R I A LS I N U NIQU E WAYS.
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P HOTOS COUR T E SY M OUNTA IN + BEACH I N TERI O RS
A S E N S E OF P L AC E COMBINING ENVIRONMENT, EXPERIENCES AND PERSONAL TASTE TO CREATE A TRULY UNIQUE SPACE
B Y DE B R A SC H O NE W I L L MO UN TAI N + BE AC H I NT E R I O R S
Several key components combine to define a Sense of Place. The first step is to ask yourself “Where are we?” Steamboat Springs, Colorado is a historic
When creating spaces, I am amazed with the
destination resort which is one of the unique small
sheer amount of design opportunities that exist. My
Rocky Mountain resort communities made up of full-
approach to design starts with the potentials of the
time residents, second homes and resorts. Born out of
project and establishes the foundation which I call a
ranching and its famous hot springs plus the addition
Sense of Place. A Sense of Place involves the intrinsic
of a world class ski area and year-round sought-
character of a place and how people experience it.
after outdoor lifestyle activities, this place inherited
Practicing interior design in the Southwest desert, the
the incredible natural beauty of the Colorado Rocky
Northwest, Maui, and the Colorado mountains taught
Mountains. All these elements combine to develop a
me the importance of understanding the nuances
design-influencing sense of place.
of each spectacular place. The vocabulary of each
Within the design process, the natural beauty
environment is unique but the design process is
of Steamboat Springs can be captured in many
implemented the same way.
ways, such as using the architecture and interiors
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to highlight scenic view planes or placing structures on site to blend in with native trees and landscape. Use of landscape and exterior materials inside the home allows one to enjoy indoor/outdoor living. Consider studying the sun angles yearround. Be creative with space planning, pertaining to flow and function of spaces. Use interesting innovative materials in unique ways. Utilize height of structure allowance in innovative ways. Architecture, interior design and landscape design should integrate in a meaningful way. Opportunities get left on the table if an interior designer is brought in after a house is framed, so be sure to include an experienced designer throughout the entire process. Incorporating your personal uniqueness is also important and contributes to defining a Sense of Place. Include your interests, hobbies, indoor activities, outdoor activities and career innovations. Travel experiences, pets, personal art collections, book collections and musical instruments also play a role. Incorporate any family mementos that can be thoughtfully Call now for your free in-home consultation!
displayed and integrated into the architecture. Another great component is to relate the history of the town
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or land. Use indigenous materials. Study integrating native history respectfully. Introduce local artisans of all types. When designing a space in a resort community, resist the urge to practice tacky kitsch. When designing spaces in Maui, designers
or clients often overload pineapples and hula girls in the tile, lighting, bedding and cabinet hardware. Just like that, it ruins the idea of culture and makes it cartoonish in lieu of tastefully authentic. Look for meaningful cultural concepts to include. To bring in current materials and fresh ideas, consult with your expert designer that keeps current with the world of quality vendors. This person should not be loyal to a few brands of furniture or tile they get deeper discounts on which
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limits client options. Procurement requires senior experience. There are a lot of mistakes to be made in this profession which are alleviated by a long-time learning curve. What else can we do to make a project completely unique? Consider if you have flushed out all the opportunities. If so, how will this affect your asset in monetary value? When you hire an expert interior designer with a lot of experience, they will take you beyond what you thought possible. They will help build equity in your home and then some. Meanwhile, you get to enjoy the best part: a serenely beautiful space to live. Now, retain your design team and get started creating your Sense of Place.
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B Y A N N E M UD G E T T Have you ever stood in front of your recycling bin
bin that shouldn’t be—a problem that is plaguing recycling programs in communities nationwide. Our location here
wondering what to do with the lid to your peanut butter
in Routt County, far from an urban center, makes recycling
jar? Is the growing bag of plastic bags under your sink
an already tenuous economic prospect due to high
driving you crazy? Are you planning a kitchen remodel and
hauling costs. So, when our community’s recyclables are
have no idea what to do with your old appliances?
contaminated with everything from plastic bags to diapers
You’re not alone. Recycling in Routt County can be
(for real), the value of the recycled materials goes down
confusing. But the new Yampa Valley Recycles web-
and the economics of recycling in Routt County goes south,
based and mobile app is the answer to all your recycling
too.
questions. Like many rural communities, Northwest Colorado
The new Yampa Valley Recycles app, brought to you by Yampa Valley Sustainability Council (YVSC), is a much-
struggles with low recycling rates. The success of Yampa
needed community resource to help residents, visitors,
Valley Sustainability Council’s biannual Recycling Drop-
students and employees understand what can and
Off, serving 500+ residents and businesses and bringing
cannot be recycled and where to take something if it is
in 30 tons of materials per event, points to a strong
recyclable. It provides easy access to a searchable database
community desire to recycle. But, with four different waste
of hundreds of items. The database spans traditional
haulers in Routt County, all with varying guidelines, and
recyclables, like paper, plastic, aluminum and glass, as well
300,000+ annual visitors, all with different recycling habits
as hard-to-recycle items, like electronics, lightbulbs, paint,
and behaviors, it can be hard to know what goes in the
appliances and more.
recycling bin at home, at work, on-the-go and on vacation. This confusion leads to contamination—things in the
To use the app, simply download it from your phone’s App Store or go to www.yampavalleyrecycles.org. In the
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search bar, type in the item you’re looking to recycle. The tool
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will list the local options for recycling that item. For example, if you replace your hot water heater with a more energy efficient model, a search of “water heater” yields several local options for recycling the old heater with scrap metals.
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In addition to the search feature, the Yampa Valley Recycles app also offers a fun waste sorting game based on local recycling guidelines and options for hard-to-recycle items. Kids and adults are invited to play the game to test their recycling knowledge and learn what goes in each bin. Players start at Level 1 sorting traditional recyclables from trash. By Level 5, the game gets tougher, asking players to correctly sort items such as bubble wrap, batteries, construction debris, mattresses and clothing. Both the game and the searchable database are also
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available in Spanish. Keeping waste out of the landfill isn’t all fun and games, though. Recycling is one of the easiest daily actions we can all take to protect the environment, and it’s a serious strategy in the fight against climate change. The way we produce, consume and dispose of our products and food accounts for 42 percent of all U.S. greenhouse gas emissions. Recycling not only cuts carbon dioxide emissions, but it also prevents the depletion of
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natural resources, reduces deforestation, conserves water and energy, increases sustainable manufacturing, and keeps waste from entering waterways.
Recycling is also good for our economy. Each year, Colorado landfills nearly $265 million worth of recyclable materials such as aluminum, cardboard, paper, glass and plastics. Instead, these materials could be recycled in our state, creating jobs and strengthening local economies. On average, recycling creates nine times more jobs per ton than landfills, and reusing materials creates 30 times more jobs. The state of Colorado recently recognized the importance of diverting waste from the landfill for the environment and for the economy. In 2017, the Colorado Solid and Hazardous Waste Commission approved the state’s first-ever waste diversion goals, aiming to increase recycling and composting over the next 20 years with a goal of diverting 45 percent of discards from the landfill by 2036. It is anticipated that within the next few years, local municipalities throughout Colorado will be required to develop and implement strategies to help meet these goals. In response to the state’s new waste diversion goals and our community’s clamoring to improve recycling locally, in 2018 YVSC formed a working group to develop Routt County’s first-ever Waste Diversion Strategic Plan (www.yvsc.org/ wastediversionstrategicplan). Stakeholders involved in creating the plan represented a broad coalition, including government, businesses, waste haulers, nonprofits and concerned citizens. For a year, the group met monthly to identify and discuss opportunities to expand waste diversion locally. The group targeted six priorities for improvement: curbside recycling, organics recovery, business waste diversion, construction and demolition materials, a one-stop-drop location for hard-to-recycle items, and recycling education and waste diversion at events. These priorities were affirmed by feedback at presentations throughout the community. In 2019, YVSC is facilitating task forces to roll up their sleeves and get to work on the priority areas. It’s not too late to get involved. Anyone passionate about waste diversion, sustainability, economic development and climate action is welcome to join a task force. For more information, email Cameron Hawkins, YVSC Waste Diversion Director, at cameron@ yvsc.org. The Yampa Valley Recycles app plays an important role in educating about recycling and will help our community make progress on all six of the strategic plan priorities, ultimately keeping more waste out of the landfill. Residents, visitors and businesses now have a resource at their fingertips to “recycle it right.”
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S E R V I C E D I R E C TO R Y ANTIQUES Home on the Range 1880 Loggers Ln #E Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-6777 design1@therangesteamboat.com www.homeontherangeinteriors.com
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AUDIO/VIDEO PAVS (Ponderosa Audio Video Systems) 57 10th St, Suite A PO Box 771793 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-879-2217 rossavina@yahoo.com
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Mountain Architecture Design Group, P.C. 634 Oak St. Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-5764 www.mtnarch.com
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APPLIANCES Alpine Fireplace & Appliance 2251 Downhill Dr #D, Steamboat Springs, CO (970) 367-4411 info@alpinefireplaceandappliance.com www.alpinefireplaceandappliance.com Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. 2831 Elk River Rd Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-2599 www.ferguson.com ARCHITECTS Becker Design Build LLC PO Box 772877 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-846-8016 frank@beckerarchitecture.com www.beckerarchitecture.com
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Interior Surroundings, Inc. 1890 Loggers Lane #G Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-8701 interior_surroundings@yahoo.com Thurston Kitchen and Bath Steamboat Springs, CO 970-879-9222 thurstonkitchenandbath.com CARPET Carpets Plus 1625 Mid Valley Dr Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-8036 steamboatcarpetsplus@yahoo.com www.steamboatcarpetsplus.com Interior Surroundings, Inc. 1890 Loggers Lane #G Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-8701 interior_surroundings@yahoo.com CLAY FINISHES – INTERIOR Huyser Drywall Inc. 2550 S. Copper Frontage Rd Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-7262 huyserdrywall@gmail.com CONCRETE Pour Boys Concrete, LLC PO Box 770729 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-819-9739 pourboysconcrete@yahoo.com www.pourboysconcrete.com CONTRACTORS Beck Construction, Inc. PO Box 774000-271 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-846-4368 beckinc@springsips.com Fair & Square Construction, Inc. 2673 Jacob Cir, Unit 700 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-7725 fairsquareoffice@yahoo.com www.fairandsquare.org Modular Homes 2673 Jacob Cir, Unit 700 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-7725 fairsquareoffice@yahoo.com
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DESIGN/BUILD Becker Design Build LLC PO Box 772877 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-846-8016 frank@beckerarchitecture.com www.beckerarchitecture.com Stuart Arc Cameron Stuart - Architect P.970.819.2159 www.stuartarc.com workshopL design+construction 737 Lincoln Ave Ste #33 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-291-9546 workshopLobeckinfo@gmail.com www.workshopL.com DOCUMENT SCANNING & ARCHIVING StructureTek PO Box 881515 Steamboat Springs, CO 80488 970-846-9344 january@structuretek.com DOORS Alpine Lumber 1090 Pine Grove Rd. Steamboat Springs, CO 970-879-5550 www.alpinelumber.com
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GARBAGE/RUBBISH COLLECTION Axis Steel Fabrication & Recycling 802 E 2nd Place Craig, CO 81626 970-824-3256 800-328-8767
PAVS (Ponderosa Audio Video Systems) 57 10th St, Suite A PO Box 771793 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-879-2217 rossavina@yahoo.com
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Mountain Mattress 1880 Loggers Lane #B Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-8116 info@mountainmattress.com www.mountainmattress.com
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Olivia’s Furnishings & Full Design Studio 5,000 sq. ft. warehouse 345 Anglers Dr. – Sundance Plaza OliviasHomeFurnishings.com 970-879-1893 Silver Creek Design Leslie Haradin Steamboat Springs, CO 970-846-5225 silvercreekdesign@gmail.com www.silvercreekdesign.net
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ICE MELT SYSTEMS Kirk Jones Construction Inc Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80488 970-846-2430 kirkrjones2000@gmail.com www.kirkjonesconstructioninc.com
Interior Surroundings, Inc. 1890 Loggers Lane #G Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-8701 interior_surroundings@yahoo.com
INSULATION Accurate Insulation 2252 Colex Drive Grand Junction, CO 81505 970-241-8871 www.accurate-insulation.net
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Roy Seven Designs Steamboat Springs, CO 970-846-9174 roysevendesigns@yahoo.com Silver Creek Design Leslie Haradin Steamboat Springs, CO 970-846-5225 silvercreekdesign@gmail.com www.silvercreekdesign.net KITCHEN & BATH Alpine Design Kitchens 685 Marketplace Plaza Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-879-6962 al@alpinedesignkitchens.com Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. 2831 Elk River Rd Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-2599 www.ferguson.com Thurston Kitchen and Bath Steamboat Springs, CO 970-879-9222 thurstonkitchenandbath.com LAWN & GARDEN Christy Sports 1835 Central Park Plaza Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-1250 877-754-7627 www.christysports.com Snow Country Nursery 35975 E US Hwy 40 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-9795 snowcountrynursery@zirkel.us snowcountrynursery.com LIGHT BULBS Light Works of Steamboat 1890 Loggers Lane #C Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-3905 nancy@lightworksofsteamboat.com www.lightworksofsteamboat.com
LIGHTING Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. 2831 Elk River Rd Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-2599 www.ferguson.com
MODULAR HOMES Fair & Square Modular Homes 2673 Jacob Cir, Unit 700 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-7725 fairsquareoffice@yahoo.com
Zola European Windows 1169 Hilltop Pkwy #201 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 303-578-0001 info@zolawindows.com www.zolawindows.com
Light Works of Steamboat 1890 Loggers Lane #C Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-3905 nancy@lightworksofsteamboat.com www.lightworksofsteamboat.com
SmartPads Smart Living Powered by Smart Thinking Ryan Cox 970-819-5359 Ryan@Smartpads.co www.smartpads.co
PLUMBERS / PLUMBING SUPPLY Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. 2831 Elk River Rd Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-2599 www.ferguson.com
Steamboat Lightscapes 1625 Mid Valley Dr Unit 1-195 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-846-9965 steamboatlightscapes@gmail.com steamboatlightscapes.com
MORTGAGES/ LOANS Fidelity Mortgage Kathryn Pedersen 970.761.2245 kathryn@fidelitymtg.com www.steamboatmtg.com
Down Hill Heating & Plumbing Aaron Scarborough 970-846-4287 aarons@springsips.com
LOG HOMES Fox Construction, Inc. 2034 Snow Bowl Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-7529 sarah@fox-construction.com www.fox-construction.com
NURSERY Snow Country Nursery 35975 E US Hwy 40 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-9795 snowcountrynursery@zirkel.us snowcountrynursery.com
Thomas Wood Handcrafted Log Homes, Inc. PO Box 772418 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-846-4427 tom@thomaswoodloghomes.com www.thomaswoodloghomes.com
PAINTING CONTRACTORS Head Painters, Inc. PO Box 882346 Stmbt Springs, CO 80488 970-846-2719 Timothy1480@msn.com
METAL RECYCLING Axis Steel Fabrication & Recycling 802 E 2nd Place Craig, CO 81626 970-824-3256 • 800-328-8767 METAL WORK Axis Steel Fabrication & Recycling 802 E 2nd Place Craig, CO 81626 970-824-3256 800-328-8767
PROPERTY MANAGEMENT Circle 4R Property Management 970-846-1622 joe@circle4R.com 1559 Conestoga Circle www.circle4R.com Jones Wither Property Management www.joneswithersteamboatpropertymanagement.com joneswither@gmail.com 970-846-1642 PROJECT MANAGEMENT ZRED (Zittel Real Estate Development) 610 Marketplace Plaza PO Box 881727 Steamboat Springs, CO 80488 970-846-4803 stephan@zredco.com www.zredco.com
Mountain Colors Painting PO Box 773318 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-879-3452 mtcolors@comcast.net PASSIVE HAUS DESIGN/BUILD workshopL design+construction 737 Lincoln Ave Ste #33 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-291-9546 workshopLobeckinfo@gmail.com www.workshopL.com
REAL ESTATE Flat Tops at Wildhorse Meadows Ascent Real Estate Kerry Shea 970-819-6342 SteamboatFlatTops.com
Steamboat Sotheby’s International Realty Doug Labor General Manager, Downtown Steamboat Springs, CO 970-846-0061 dlabor@buysteamboat.com PourBoysConcrete.qxp_Layout 1 3/8/17 11:56 AM Page 1 www.buysteamboat.com
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REAL ESTATE DEVELOPMENT Grove Mountain Properties www.grovemtn.com Phone (970) 367-7455 sales@grovemtn.com ZRED (Zittel Real Estate Development) 610 Marketplace Plaza PO Box 881727 Steamboat Springs, CO 80488 970-846-4803 stephan@zredco.com www.zredco.com RECYCLING Axis Steel Fabrication & Recycling 802 E 2nd Place Craig, CO 81626 970-824-3256 • 800-328-8767 REMODELING Deluxe Renovations 1625 Mid Valley Dr Unit 1 Ste 180 Steamboat Springs, CO 970-879-2228 neal@deluxrenovations.com ROOFING Kirk Jones Construction Inc Steamboat Springs, Colorado 80488 970-846-2430 kirkrjones2000@gmail.com www.kirkjonesconstructioninc.com SIPS (STRUCTURAL INSULATED PANELS) Nordic SIPS eric@nordicsips.com www.nordicsips.com 970-734-8101 2619 Copper Ridge Cir. , Unit 3 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 SMART HOME TECHNOLOGY Cloud 9 Integrated Systems 2670 Copper Ridge Circle, Unit 14 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970 761 2352 susan@teamc9.com www.teamc9.com
SOLAR ENERGY EQUIPMENT/ CONTRACTORS Brightside Solar 12 Nob St. Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-1707 970-846-5905 matt@brightsidesolarinc.com www.brightsidesolarinc.com Sunwise Solar Steamboat Springs, CO 970-819-0840 www.Sunwise-Solar.com STEEL DISTRIBUTION Axis Steel Fabrication & Recycling 802 E 2nd Place Craig, CO 81626 970-824-3256 800-328-8767 STORAGE Ryan Shorter NEW Owner of Conroy Moving and Storage Office: 970-879-1125 Mobile: 970-761-3979 Email: ryan@conroymoving.com Address: 2510 Copper Ridge Dr Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 SUSTAINABILITY Yampa Valley Sustainability Council Steamboat Springs, CO www.yvsc.org TILE Carpets Plus 1625 Mid Valley Dr Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-8036 steamboatcarpetsplus@yahoo.com www.steamboatcarpetsplus.com Interior Surroundings, Inc. 1890 Loggers Lane #G Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-8701 interior_surroundings@yahoo.com
TIMBER FRAMING Thomas Wood Handcrafted Log Homes, Inc. PO Box 772418 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 970-846-4427 tom@thomaswoodloghomes.com www.thomaswoodloghomes.com TITLE COMPANIES Land Title Guarantee Company Melissa Gibson 255 Anglers Drive, Suite B; PO BOX 776309 Steamboat Springs, CO 80477 Phone: 970-870-2822 mgibson@ltgc.com Title Company of the Rockies www.titlecorockies.com 970.879.2919 501 Lincoln Avenue Steamboat Springs, CO TREE SERVICE Steamboat Lightscapes 1625 Mid Valley Dr Unit 1-195 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-846-9965 steamboatlightscapes@gmail.com steamboatlightscapes.com WALL FINISHES Huyser Drywall Inc. 2550 S. Copper Frontage Rd Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-879-7262 huyserdrywall@gmail.com WELDING & FABRICATION Axis Steel Fabrication & Recycling 802 E 2nd Place Craig, CO 81626 970-824-3256 800-328-8767
Zola European Windows 1169 Hilltop Pkwy #201 Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 303-578-0001 info@zolawindows.com www.zolawindows.com WINDOW COVERINGS/ TREATMENTS Budget Blinds of Steamboat-Laramie Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 (970) 879-6293 steamboatlaramie@budgetblinds.com www.BudgetBlinds.com/SteamboatLaramie Carpets Plus 1625 Mid Valley Dr Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-8036 steamboatcarpetsplus@yahoo.com www.steamboatcarpetsplus.com Interior Surroundings, Inc. 1890 Loggers Lane #G Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-870-8701 interior_surroundings@yahoo.com WOOD PROTECTION – EXTERIOR Western Wood Protection 1559 Conestoga Circle Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 970-846-1622 www.westernwoodprotection.com WOOD WORKS (CUSTOM) Fedewa Custom Works 1794 Kamar Plaza Steamboat Springs, CO 80487 (970)879-1175 www.fedewacustomworks.com
WINDOWS Alpine Lumber 1090 Pine Grove Rd. Steamboat Springs, CO 970-879-5550 www.alpinelumber.com
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