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Serious Materials

Ryan — Tue, 16 Jun 2009 13:35:34 +0000

This is a very cool company that is doing great things for construction and the planet. Who knew drywall could be so important? I hope we can find some EcoRock for our home…

No Progress Yet…

Ryan — Thu, 11 Jun 2009 21:32:39 +0000

We sit currently awaiting the approval of our purchase of the Homestead lot. In the mean time we have begun preliminary designs on the home and have made the decision to use and market the build as a green building opportunity to showcase the potential of sustainable building practices and the overall positive impact such methods may have on those involved. The builder, Eric Wagenknecht, will be taking part in periodic “builder’s blogs” in order to inform an answer specific questions. Greg Hydle, a new media specialist, will provide video “snippits” depicting the more fascinating aspects of the project. All in all we are excited and moving forward. Stay tuned for more to come…

Ryan

In the Beginning…

Ryan — Tue, 12 May 2009 03:31:21 +0000

Sometimes just when you think you are at the end, it turns out you are only at the beginning. Trista and I approached and passed the planned ground breaking event for the home we had spent so much time designing when we realized it wasn’t the home for us. We loved the design, we loved the location, yet something simply did not feel right. We have put the project up for sale and have decided to move forward in a new location. As with anything that carries a vested interest and holds a special place in the heart, it was tough to move on from the Wildridge lot. However, having made the decision there is no looking back. We are now fully focussed and excited about the new project and intent on sharing the trials and tribulations as we move forward from design to completion. So…

Step one. Find a new lot.

We have gone under contract on a lot in Edwards, Colorado. The lot is a 2.5 acre equestrian lot bordering open space and National Forest with an outstanding Sunset view and quick back country access. At this point we have begun laying out schematic designs for a home and detached secondary barn structure that will fit the unique proportions of the steep site charecteristics. As always, it is our intent to explore the design process in relation to the natural environment and to take advantage of both traditional and emerging building practices. The sites every inch has been walked and explored for potential opportunities. An informal project kick-off incuded a sunset toast mountain style.

For more information or to get involved with the project, feel free to contact us at anytime.

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