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The interior and exterior stone wall features at the Timber Trails residence are noticeably different than those of any other home in Summit County. This was purposeful design, and the combination of three different stones with a tinted cement grout made for the unique appearance. We studied a lot of stone design before coming up with something that we thought would be reminiscent of a small European mountain castle. Some of the design choices we made with regards to the walls include having the walls flare out at the bottom beginning about three feet above the foundation level. Above and below each window we have a grey sandstone header and sill sourced from Telluride Stone Company . And on the side of the windows acting as legs we have off-white sandstone bricks. The body of the house is a random sized gray and brown fieldstone that was locally mined.

Perhaps the single ingredient, subtle as it is, that transformed the walls of this house into “castle walls” was the use of a grout tinted toward the white and brown spectrum rather than the grey concrete mortar usually seen on mountain style homes. This colored grout represents a heavy limestone in the cement, something commonly seen in European towns and stone structures. The stone being such a successful design element, despite the cost the amount of stone used on the interior walls was increased substantially.

Woodhouse Post and Beam has featured the Trilogy creation “Calecho” on its website referring to it in their Gallery section as a “Dream Home.” Woodhouse, located in Mansfield, Pennsylvania, has designed hundreds of homes and erected as many timber frame and panel house systems nationally and internationally. Choosing this Trilogy creation as a “dream home” certainly puts it on the short list of some of the countries greatest timber frame homes. The home, designed and constructed by Trilogy Partners and Woodhouse Post and Beam, features a gold and silver mining theme and includes an antiqued full timber frame, exterior panel wall system, and recycled flooring and siding materials. It’s located on a majestic lot with tremendous views of the Breckenridge Gold Course and ski area.

In the design world, because there are an infinite number of options and choices, choosing just the right item for the right purpose sometimes feels downright overwhelming. But from the beginning we thought a hefty carved stone sink would be perfect for the kitchen in the Timber Trails residence in Breckenridge. The theme of the house was European Castle reconstructed after World War II (yes, every house has a story) and this sink, or one just like it,  seemed to balance well with the massive rafters and beams and stone walls that would surround it. But because we were building this house to LEED “Sustainable” standards, we needed to source the sink from as close to Colorado as possible (LEED encourages local purchasing to reduce the environmental impact of shipping.) So, after some searching, we sourced this sink from Mexico, which is certainly closer to Colorado than Europe or Asia, which were other options. Sometimes choosing the “right” thing means more than just form and function. Especially if you are as concerned as we are about designing and building in a way that is friendly to the planet.

Designed and Built by Trilogy Partners

At Trilogy Partners, we call ourselves a Residential Design and Build Company. But why Design and Build? Why would we want to do both? Aren’t they two completely different things? Not in our minds. And we believe by pulling all aspects of a project under one roof, we bring added benefit to each and every project. Having Design and Build the responsibility of one company brings a consistency and coordination to a project that is seldom possible when you involve separate entities to plan, design, Build, engineer, interior design, and furnish the home. Why is this true? Because all of these entities have different goals which, unfortunately, are sometimes competing goals. For instance, the architect wants to design what the client wants. Often designing a home the client cannot afford to build. Yes, it happens again and again. With Design and Build unified within a single organization, the budget is a significant part of design and budget and design evolve in tandem. The reason for this is obvious. The Design Builder has equal incentive to both design and build the home. At Trilogy, we focus on the entire project. Our sister company Colorado Building Company is focused purely on construction. So if you have already have a design and are looking for a builder, CBC is your answer.

They were a tough lot. Some with scruffy beards, one with green hair, all with tattoos. They liked to drink and chain-smoked and it seemed they all rode Harleys. These were the men that had come to erect the timber frame for our first house. They were fearless. Kneeling down they would shoulder 200 pound posts and then stand and walk up a steep ladder then out onto a narrow beam twenty feet in the air. As the snow swirled around them at the peak of the roof they’d chat while smoking cigarettes waiting for the crane to lift the next post to them so they could place it, post and beams, lifted, one by one until the skeleton of the house was revealed. Some mornings the supervisor was hung-over sick, pausing to throw up as he directed the crew. The men would argue as they worked. They were tough men and loud and angry threatening to kill one another. By the end of the day they’d be laughing, talking about women and the beer they’d drink tonight. This went on for a coupe of weeks. When they finally left, the shell of the house was complete. And we would miss their camaraderie and expertise as we forged ahead with the construction, alone, just two brothers building their first house.

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Scent of a Woman Poster

Once upon a time there were two brothers named John and Michael who lived and worked in New York City making movies. For years they lived out their film making passion. But the incredibly long hours and stress built steadily and finally it came time to take a break. So they decided to come to Colorado to be ski bums for a year. The bum lifestyle didn’t last for long. 13 years and many homes later they are the talent behind one of the premier design and build companies in the country. Though they had no formal training in design and building, experience, hard work, and a willingness to think boldly and originally taught them the all lessons they needed to excel. Their creations have been featured in some of the premier magazines in the country including Architectural Digest. So how did they get from making movies to the crest of the world of building and design? If you have an interest in home design and construction, you will find their story priceless, empowering, and entertaining. More coming soon.

Mike and John Rath

For most homes a living room needs to be a very versatile space. It needs to serve as a place where one can kick back and relax after a long day at the office or a place where one can host a large number of people. Either way a living room should reflect your style and taste as well as be comfortable.

To get inspired Architectural Digest has featured some of Hollywood’s biggest stars’ private quarters. Take a look below.

Architectural Digest- Demi Moore & Ashton Kutcher.

“I didn’t want a living room that looked off-limits,” says Moore. “I wanted rooms that were elegant but inviting—for kids, dogs, and everyone.”

Architectural Digest- Jennifer Aniston

“The making of the house was as significant to me as the living in it,” says Jennifer Aniston.

Architectural Digest- Gerard Butler

Trilogy Partner's home for Trey Parker

What do you look for in a living room?

We were excited to head down to the Hawaiian island of Kaua’i for our second project with South Park’s Trey Parker last year. Kaua’i, the Garden Isle, is the oldest island in the Hawaiian chain. The setting was a lot different than the home we created for him in Steamboat. The scenery was dominated by lush gardens and the beautiful Wailua River.

Take a look at some of the interior shots of this Hawaiian home below.

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Make sure you come back later in the week to see the exterior of this remarkable home.

The November issue of Architectural Digest marks the last issue under the leadership of Paige Rense Noland, who was editor in chief of the magazine since 1971. The issue features Rob Lowe and his 20-room Georgian-style estate outside of Santa Barbara on the cover. Rob shares the home with his wife Sheryl and their two sons. The home was inspired by Mt. Vernon and other historic homes in Lowe’s native Virginia-area.

Courtesy of Architectural Digest. Photography by Mary E. Nichols

Courtesy of Architectural Digest. Photography by Mary E. Nichols

Courtesy of Architectural Digest. Photography by Mary E. Nichols

Courtesy of Architectural Digest. Photography by Mary E. Nichols

Architect Don Nulty says the home is “almost contemporary” in styling and interior designer, David Phoenix, adds “It’s a large house, but the scale fits the property. It’s very peaceful, very relaxing.”

What do you think about this impressive home?