Location
Aspen, CO
Type
Residential
Size
6,300 sq. ft.
Situated on a promontory overlooking Castle Creek, the residence at Escondido captures dramatic views of the valley stretching to Mount Hayden. Approached through an aspen glade along a mountain meadow, one enters an intimate gravel motor court embraced by the poured in place concrete walls of the house.
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Approached through an aspen glade along a mountain meadow, one enters an intimate gravel motor court embraced by the poured in place concrete walls of the house.
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Once within, guests are greeted by a warm wood foyer that is softly illuminated from the light monitor above
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The warm polished-concrete walls are balanced with plaster panels to create a natural gallery for the owner’s extensive art collection.
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