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COMFORTABLE SOPHISTICATION
Vancouver, BC
The joy of horsemanship steered the design reins of this Colorado property, where Allen-Guerra architects Yves Mariethoz and Ben Henson worked
with the owners to fulfill their vision of a place for family and friends to gather while celebrating the equestrian sport. Recreational spaces inside
the barn all feature walls of windows that strategically capitalize on impressive views to the indoor horse arena. A ping-pong room, billiards room,
library, TV lounge, large bar, and game area provide even more entertainment—and little reason to leave the premises! The western-style barn pays
homage to National Park Lodge-style architectural features, such as large boulders at the base of the exterior stone veneer as well as thick wood
trim and wainscoting inside. The integrity of the local landscape also pervades the property with the materials used by builder Matt Halliday of
Landmark Luxury Homes; wood beams crafted from beetlekill pine timbers were harvested and milled locally. The stone used throughout is from the
Colorado-based Telluride Stone Company, and the steel bar top inside was fabricated by the Colorado steel forging company, Ventana, and specially
selected by interior designer Heidi Hanson of Added Touch Design. Many of the owners' trophy mounts are also showcased in the equestrian center,
where architectural details specifically incorporate the big game mounts and taxidermy to further amplify the ruggedly robust spirit of the space.
Photographs by Bob Winsett
Designed by Marino General Contracting, Vancouver, BC, page 360
