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/ BUILDING DIALOGUE / DECEMBER 2016

African mahogany form that cantilevers over the edge of the brick

façade above the pedestrian space, was inspired by the “Pillow Facto-

ry,” a favorite backcountry destination up nearby Independence Pass,

where skiers float between pillows of snow. Custom anodized alumi-

num windows and storefront by MBM Konstruktionen GmbH out of

Germany further refine the detailing on the building’s north-facing

side.

Overall, timeless architectural details respect the craftsmanship of

the past, while sleek, fresh lines speak to modern technology and

design. Unique detailing driven by new products and energy codes

have allowed the design and construction team to delve deeply into

new technologies through traditional research methods, as well as

full-scale mockups.

As a team, we have also had the opportunity to travel to both

Denmark and Germany to work with key suppliers and develop not

only the required details for proper execution of the project, but also

build trusting relationships between architect, contractor and sup-

pliers that will endure beyond the project.

The contractor, Aspen-based GF Woods Construction, has excelled in

terms of expectations. Sometimes, however, it is the smaller decisions

that have made all the difference to the community at large. By inject-

ing some light-hearted fun into the construction process, GF Woods

has garnered a lot of positive feedback by keeping a very high-profile

job site clean, organized and fun. Flying a Denver Broncos flag with

the American flag, decorating the perimeter fence with flowers, and

adding seasonal decorations as holidays come are just a few examples

of the effort put forth to create a convivial connection between the

Victorian Square project and the community, and to help ensure a

positive outcome for all involved long before it is completed.

OPENING ART:

Rendering depicts Aspen’s Victorian Square

ABOVE:

Collaborative efforts lead to detailed

concept drawings for Victorian Square.

/ Aspen’s Victorian Square Fits in to Local Context /

DESIGN TEAM

CLIENT:

Project Resource Company LLC

ARCHITECT:

Rowland+Broughton Architecture/Urban Design/

Interior Design (John Rowland, AIA, and Bryan

May, AIA, NCARB)

GENERAL CONTRACTOR:

GF Woods Construction

STRUCTURAL ENGINEER:

KL&A

CIVIL ENGINEER:

Sopris Engineering LLC

MEP ENGINEER:

Beaudin Ganze Consulting Engineers Inc.