Marketplace Carbondale

A Community Marketplace

The larger property, of which the Carbondale Marketplace is a portion, has been the object of a search for a common planning vision for over a decade. During that period, support for a new grocery store and rental housing was commonly envisioned. It became apparent that the best way forward was to address the most immediate community needs while creating an infrastructure plan that anticipates future uses. The site is proposed to house 11 buildings with commercial and residential uses fronting the main roadways. The plan includes a diverse variety of architectural features, scale, and massing in conjunction with internal parking and a central green space. Pedestrian and bicycle access were integral to creation of the site plan and great care was taken to ensure this plan was accessible and convenient for the community.

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Hopkins Avenue Residence

Spacious Design

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 the upper level’s layout. New exterior materials include Western red cedar siding. Interior furnishings and finishes were carefully selected to highlight the airy design.

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Aspen Family Residence

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Castle Creek Residence

An Inspired Home

This contemporary, award-winning design was inspired by the 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.

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534 E. Cooper

Iconic Landmark

Located one block from the gondola on the highly-traveled corner of Hunter St and Cooper Avenue, is the iconic building formally known as Boogies Diner. This high-end location was an ideal space for retail and restaurant establishments. It contains over 16,000 square feet of conditioned space with 12,000 square feet divided between the ground and upper floors. The building has been designed around the majority of the existing buildings structure with heavy emphasis on minimizing the cost for the structural redesign. This building reflects the historic vernacular of the downtown core while still giving it some contemporary flair. Steel makes up the majority of the buildings ornamentation where wood would historically have been used. The percentage of glazing was maximized as much as possible for display windows and views into and out of the building. The upper level windows were increased as much as possible to allow for stunning views of the mountains surrounding the city.

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Wildcat Residence

A European-Inspired Estate

This Wildcat Residence is located on a 500-acre parcel. The home is sited in a secluded valley overlooking a series of three ponds. In addition to the 20,000 square foot main residence, the project includes a 2,500 square foot guest cottage and a 6,000 square foot barn. All of the structures are designed to emulate the architecture of a European country estate. The gardens are formal in layout along an axis that leads from the residence to the nearest pond.

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The Inn Residences at Montage Big Sky

Mountain Luxury

Set amidst the breathtaking landscape of Big Sky, Montana, The Inn Residences at Montage Big Sky offers a refined mountain retreat, meticulously designed to capture the essence of alpine luxury. The Inn features 50 thoughtfully designed guest rooms and 25 exclusive timeshare residences, alongside premier amenities to provide a retreat where guests and owners alike can experience the unparalleled beauty of the Spanish Peaks region. The design thoughtfully blends rustic mountain charm with contemporary elegance. Each guest suite and residence are crafted with spacious layouts, warm, refined finishes, and floor-to-ceiling views, establishing the atmosphere of a private mountain hideaway. Key resort amenities include an après ski bar and outdoor terraces equipped with hot tubs and fire pits, fostering a warm, social environment for gathering after a day on the slopes.

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Mountain Ranch Residence

Great Family Retreat

The Mountain Ranch Residence is designed as a retreat for an extended family, with both private spaces that cater to the needs of the household, and public spaces suitable for business and entertainment. The home is designed to be reminiscent of a classic and great mountain lodge. In order to create a look that is both rustic and stately, we used heavy antique oak timbers, paneling and flagstone flooring, accented with delicately carved fireplace mantles and stair balustrades. The richly-appointed interiors compliment the architectural backdrop through the use of an eclectic mixture of furniture, fabrics and artwork to complete this unique and beautiful home.

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Double Bar X

Addictive Architecture

The property is situated overlooking Maroon Creek just outside of Aspen, CO. This residence’s panoramic view stretches from Hunter Creek to the Tiehack ski area. The inspiration behind the design was the ranching history of the property dating back over 100 years.  The architecture utilizes reclaimed barn wood and native stone veneer on a series of connected structures conjuring up the image of addictive architecture created over a period of time. The concept of connecting several structures also allowed the large extended family to share family spaces, while providing room and privacy for all family members.  The theme of providing both family and private spaces continues outside with 12 different terraces, decks, and landscaped areas each offering a different experience for the family.

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Ute Avenue Residence

Connected by Water

This 10,000 square foot residence was designed to feel like water is running through and around it. The home has four wings that make it flexible and is a departure from the traditional timber homes that have become synonymous with the mountain lifestyle. A Montana granite wall bifurcates the home’s footprint, running all the way from the exterior entry through the home. The main house and the guest wing are relinked by a transparent bridge with water flowing underneath.

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Jack Daniels Barbeque Pavilion

Influenced by the countryside

The Brown-Forman Corporation, owners of Jack Daniel’s, invited us to the company’s visitor center in Lynchburg, TN for a two-day design charrette. Poss was asked to create a vision for the Barbecue Pavilion; a hillside facility which would host numerous events during warm weather months, and would serve 200 guests on average. The owners shared with us the company’s renewed focus on the visitor experience and a desire for quality. The final design drew influences from the site views of the countryside, the local character, and the stature of the icon brand.

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Rag and Bone

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Moncler

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Bank of Colorado

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Mountain Modern Residence

Playing off of the land

The residence takes cues from the rugged steep site and layers of cliff bands above. The planning is arranged around multiple stone walls that emulate cliff bands with angled walls and shed roofs that open up to primary views.

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Slope-side Residence

Slope-side Living

This distinctive home nestles into a steep wooded site alongside the Little Nell ski run on Aspen Mountain. A central stair and circulation core connects seven different levels within the house at half intervals, four of which have ski-in access. With cascading roof forms floating above a solid sandstone foundation, this contemporary home draws on historic references to provide a site specific and dynamic interpretation of traditional mining architecture.

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Black Birch Residence

Connected with Nature

Horizontal cedar siding and vertical reclaimed barn wood complement the natural setting, while steel accents and a standing seam metal roof give the dwelling contemporary cred. large windows frame the views to create a seamless link between inside and out. Large-scale porcelain tile floors laid in a subtle herringbone pattern flow out onto the exterior patio, further strengthening the connection with the exterior. It’s just one in a palette of tone-on-tone neutrals that maintain the focus on the view.

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Hotel Jerome

Preserving the Heritage

The Hotel Jerome has and an illustrious past and a prominent presence in the heart of Aspen. Poss was selected to submit a proposal for a five star renovation of the historic hotel. The design focused on preserving the heritage of the hotel while incorporating contemporary elegance. The project outlined complete interior renovation, guest rooms, the addition of a presidential suite, revamping of the terrace and spa, and an upgrade of the restaurant area.

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Edwards Residence

Family Compound

This family retreat was built next to a lake and is designed to be a home as well as entertainment for the family. The master plan creates a compound for the family with beautiful views of the lake and plenty of areas to admire sunrise or sunset. With local architectural traditions, a unique structure was carefully integrated into the rural forest surroundings of the home.

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