Contemporary residential projects digital portfolio

FIRM PROFILE The team at Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design has been delivering quality design, and professional service to its clients for 43 years. The firm was founded in Aspen Colorado, and in 2007 opened an additional office location in Carbondale, Colorado.

The firm’s principals collectively possess more than 100 years of experience in all phases of architecture, planning and interior design, and are committed to passing that legacy of creativity, and professionalism along by recruiting talented young professionals to be part of the Poss team. Experience and knowledge combined with creativity and collaborative spirit have proven to be invaluable assets when seeking services of qualified design professionals. It is with that approach, innovation, and professionalism as its hallmarks, that Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design has earned an enviable international reputation for beautiful and innovative designs, whether for a large-scale resorts, mixeduse structures, or custom private residences. The firm’s mission is to provide a design solution well suited for its context, environment, and beautifully executed to the specifics of site, program, schedule, and budget of our clients. These are the elements required for making great design and successful collaborations.

Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design actively recruits and cultivates talented architects and interior designers, leveraging their fresh ideas and enthusiasm to create a firm that is ever-evolving, agile, and poised to embrace the future as reflected in its impressive portfolio of successful projects throughout the United States and abroad. The firm continues to expand its market reach and looks forward to the partnerships, and opportunities to deliver great projects in new locations.

RESIDENTIAL CONTEMPORARY PROJECTS

This newly completed contemporary 5 bedroom/5 bath 8,200 sq. ft. residence is located just steps from downtown Aspen. This stunning estate has floorto-ceiling windows that capture panoramic views of Independence Pass, Aspen Mountain, and Shadow Mountain. The design incorporates the surrounding landscape and compliments the open floor plan with south-facing dining and living areas. Luxuriously appointed with the finest furnishings and finishes, such as monumental limestone panels, walnut, and granite.

In addition, custom designed linens, and exclusive accessories selected by a collaboration of Poss Interiors and Paige Larkin, make this home a masterpiece.

HAWTHORNE HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

HAWTHORNE HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

HAWTHORNE HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

HAWTHORNE HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

HAWTHORNE HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

This 1890 miner’s cabin in Aspen’s West End sits across from Jerome B. Wheeler’s home. When viewed from Bleeker Street, it radiates a cottage feel, belying its large 4,636 sq. ft., three-story interior. Poss collaborated with Workshop/APD, a New York based architecture and design firm, in renovating this unique homestead into a marvel of mountain modern style. Part of the triumph of this home relies on a cohesive design, balancing perfectly the interior and exterior mountain themes.

ROTH RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

ROTH RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

ROTH RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

Located on Sunset Ridge overlooking the Deep Creek Canyon, Sunset Ridge is surrounded by a 360 degree panoramic view of the San Miguel Mountain range in Telluride, Colorado. This 12,000 sq. ft. ultra-modern residence was designed to incorporate the surround landscape by providing gorgeous vistas from every angle of the residence. The vision for Sunset Ridge was to create a unique residence that provides inspiration and surprise with every turn, while enhancing one’s sense of wonder, when experiencing its context within its surroundings.

The architectural design was profoundly inspired by its surroundings, yet makes a unique statement as a dramatic response to its environment.

SUNSET RIDGE RESIDENCE TELLURIDE, COLORADO

SUNSET RIDGE RESIDENCE TELLURIDE, COLORADO

SUNSET RIDGE RESIDENCE TELLURIDE, COLORADO

SUNSET RIDGE RESIDENCE TELLURIDE, COLORADO

This unparalleled and exquisite contemporary home has sweeping panorama from Independence Pass to Mt. Sopris that provides light and scenery from every part of the home. The exterior and interiors exemplify the highest level of craftsmanship and design. Boasting over 9,600 sq. ft. of living area, a stunning master suite, four generous en suite guest bedrooms, 6.5 baths, gourmet kitchen, office, spa-like massage room with steam room, bottle wine storage, media room, exercise room and hot tub. In addition to state of the art lighting and electronics, the dining room opens onto an outdoor patio (with fireplace) via a disappearing glass wall to bring the outdoors in.

WILLOUGHBY WAY RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

WILLOUGHBY WAY RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

WILLOUGHBY WAY RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

WILLOUGHBY WAY RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

WILLOUGHBY WAY RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

TIEHACK HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

TIEHACK HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

TIEHACK HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

TIEHACK HOUSE ASPEN, COLORADO

SALVATION CIRCLE RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

SALVATION CIRCLE RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

MCMULLAN RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

MCMULLAN RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

PLACER RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

PLACER RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

PLACER RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

ASPEN VALLEY RANCH | HOMESTEAD 2 PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO

ASPEN VALLEY RANCH | HOMESTEAD 2 PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO

ASPEN VALLEY RANCH | HOMESTEAD 3 PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO

ASPEN VALLEY RANCH | HOMESTEAD 5 PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO

ASPEN VALLEY RANCH | HOMESTEAD 5 PITKIN COUNTY, COLORADO

BLACK BIRCH RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

This unique single-family home, perched over the Roaring Fork River, was a complete interior and exterior remodel transformation. Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design, along with designer Lynni Hutton, created an open loft-like feel by relocating the stairway and reconfiguring upper level’s layout. New exterior materials include Western red cedar siding. Interior furnishings and finishes were carefully selected to highlight the airy design.

HOPKINS RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

HOPKINS RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

HOJEL RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

HOJEL RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

HOJEL RESIDENCE REMODEL ASPEN, COLORADO

SOUTH MILL RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

WILLOUGHBY TRAIL RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

MAIN STREET RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

UTE TRAIL RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

UTE TRAIL RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

UTE TRAIL RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

UTE TRAIL RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

This contemporary, award-winning design was inspired by client’s admiration of Frank Lloyd Wright’s “Fallingwater”. The residence is sited on an extraordinary, narrow peninsula of land surrounded by tall evergreens and red rock outcroppings, with a rushing river below. Terraced down the hillside, this floor plan positions the majority of living spaces along the point of the peninsula, maximizing views of the surrounding Castle Creek valley.

LEFF RESIDENCE | CASTLE CREEK SANCTUARY ASPEN, COLORADO

LEFF RESIDENCE | CASTLE CREEK SANCTUARY ASPEN, COLORADO

LEFF RESIDENCE | CASTLE CREEK SANCTUARY ASPEN, COLORADO

LEFF RESIDENCE | CASTLE CREEK SANCTUARY ASPEN, COLORADO

LEFF RESIDENCE | CASTLE CREEK SANCTUARY ASPEN, COLORADO

LEFF RESIDENCE | CASTLE CREEK SANCTUARY ASPEN, COLORADO

UTE PLACE RESIDENCE ASPEN, COLORADO

TEAM BIOGRAPHIES

WILLIAM JOHN POSS

PRINCIPAL | PRESIDENT | ARCHITECT Bachelor of Science: Registered Architect: Certification: Organizations:

Architectural Technology New York Institute of Technology, 1970 Colorado, Texas, Arizona, New Mexico, North Carolina, and the United States Virgin Islands National Council of Architectural Registration Board American Institute of Architects Aspen Historical Preservation Committee, Chairman, 1987 - 1995

Bill attended New York Institute of Technology where he received his Bachelor of Science in Architectural Technology.

Before moving to Texas, Bill worked as a designer at Terra Devco Land and Development, a joint venture partnership with Mitchell Energy and Development Company in New York.

Bill’s love of the mountains was the motivating force behind his move to Aspen, Colorado.

This is where he founded Poss Architecture + Planning in 1976. As Bill’s reputation for quality design and long lasting client relations grew, the firm expanded into other project types. These projects include executive resort conference centers and commercial infill.

More recently, master planning and design of golf and ski resort ventures, hotels, and other hospitality projects. Today, Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design has established a reputation throughout the United States and abroad.

Bill’s design philosophy varies from project to project, depending on the physical elements and client’s needs. There is a strong commitment towards regional context and landscape integration with the architectural design of all projects.

As the managing partner, Bill takes a personal interest in all Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design projects and works closely with each project’s team to ensure a seamless product and service.

ANDREW WISNOSKI

PARTNER | DIRECTOR OF DESIGN Bachelor of Environmental Design:

University of Texas A & M, 1983

Andy Wisnoski joined Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design in 1989 and has been a Partner since 2004. As Director of Design, he brings over 40 years of experience as well as expertise in every architectural process, from project management to commercial planning to interior design. Mr. Wisnoski received a Bachelor of Arts in Environmental Design from Texas A&M University and has since designed projects of all varieties, including corporate offices, resort facilities, retail projects, and single-family residences.

Andy wields his robust and complimentary skillet with clarity and vision, helping clients to realize their project goals in spectacular fashion. For his professionalism and flawless execution, he’s earned the loyalty of an international clientele, people who appreciate not only his design process but also the outstanding quality of his portfolio.

In the Aspen area, Andy’s commercial and resort projects include The Maroon Creek Club Townhomes, Owl Creek Townhomes, Hyatt Grand Aspen Hotel, and the River Valley Ranch Master Plan and Imagery. He’s also garnered acclaim for his residential designs, such the Goldberg Residence, Halle Residence, Lauder Residence, and the Ponds Residence.

Interior Design American InterContinental University, 2005 LEED AP International Interior Design Association, National Council for Interior Design Qualifications

Rachel Guest joined Poss Architecture in 2015 and was recently promoted to Senior Associate and head of the Interior Design Team. Equipped with talents both creative and strategic, Mrs. Guest also spearheads Business Development at Poss. She received a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Interior Design from the American Intercontinental University in Los Angeles, California.

Rachel’s experience in both commercial and residential design is extensive, spanning more than 15 years. Her projects are at once modern and timeless, exceptional spaces that evoke balance, beauty, and harmony to enhance the lives of their occupants. She credits her success in design to her unique process, a blend of artistry, technology, and innovative techniques that are as efficient and meticulous as they are inspired.

To unwind, Rachel enjoys singing, painting and swimming with her daughter, Phoebe.

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