2008 Flatirons Tour of Homes

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Cover photo:2007 Overall Award of Excellence WinnerThe Carbondale at The Sanctuary atHuntington Trails by Sopris Homes

Welcome to the 2008 Flatirons Tour of Homes

The Flatirons Building Council takes great pride in presenting the 19th annualTour of Homes. Showcasing some of the finest builders in the north metro area,the Tour of Homes has something for everyone; featuring 23 new homes rangingin price from the low $200,000s to over $2 million. You can walk through eachhome or visit our Web site at www.flatironstourofhomes.com to travel throughthe homes you were unable to tour.

We are proud to introduce for the second year the Flatirons Building CouncilTour of Homes Keepsake Magazine, stitched and trimmed with a glossy cover.The Tour guide includes floor plans and descriptions, articles and photos fromparticipating homebuilders, retailers and service providers, as well as the latesttrends from the HGTV network.

Purchasing or remodeling a home is the biggest investment most people will evermake. Whether you’re ready to make this decision or you’re simply gathering ideas,we hope the Flatirons Tour of Homes will be an enjoyable and rewarding experience.

A portion of the proceeds of this year’s Tour will benefit the Home BuildersFoundation. The nonprofit Home Builders Foundation of Metro Denver is a501(c) (3) tax-exempt foundation. Its mission is to use the unique resources of theMetro Denver building industry to provide housing accessibility and education tohelp those in need, making lives more livable.

Founded in 1993 by members of the Home Builders Association of MetroDenver, the Home Builders Foundation benefits from the immense generosityand resources of the Denver-area building industry to provide housingaccessibility and other services for victims of tragic circumstances.

As part of our long-standing commitment to the community, members of theFlatirons Building Council seek to provide housing to the whole communityfrom the entry-level home buyer to the empty nester. If you would like moreinformation about our organization, visit our Web site at www.hbadenver.com

Once again, welcome to our homes. We look forward to having you visit ourfeatured homes and talk to the builders and the sales professionals.

Jim Fitzmorris, PEChairman, Flatirons Building CouncilHBA of Metro Denver

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Table of Contents

30 Map of the homes on the Tour31 List of the homes on the Tour

*Home profiles are throughout the section.

Content from HGTV Ideas:

26 Be the bon vivant, 21st-century style42 Discovering Green Design from the inside out54 HGTV celebrities share their favorite finds

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From 287 and N.W. Parkway go east 1 mile on Dillon Road to Aspen. Turn south 1/2 mile to Country Estates, at entrance,turn west then immediately turn north into the Villas.

Villas at CountryEstatesDahlia553 Rifle Way, Broomfield

$548,376

Marketing Company: Sheffield Homes, www.sheffieldhomes.com

Sales Rep: Jessie Warren, Sheffield Homes, 303-465-1802

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This is a cozy, exclusive enclave that isgated. The homes feature distinctive stone andstucco exterior, tile roofs and covered patios.Optional basement finished to satisfy everybuyer’s needs.

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From Federal and 120th Avenue, go west 1/2 mile to Lowell Boulevard. North approximately 2 1/2 miles on west side northof 136th Ave. Reserve is on the corner of Broadlands and Lowell Blvd.

Reserver at theBroadlandsSt. Andrews14121 Reserve Place, Broomfield

$711,984

Marketing Company: Sheffield Homes, www.sheffieldhomes.com

Sales Rep: Jessie Warren, Sheffield Homes, 720-887-5253

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From I-25, exit west on 144th, pass Huron, turn south onto Huntington Trails Parkway. Home on corner at N. Osage Street.

From 287, east on Dillon Road, pass Zuni, turn south onto Huntington Trails Parkway. Home on corner at N. Osage Street.

The Sanctuary atHuntington TrailsCarbondale14280 N. Osage St., Westminster

$774,900

Marketing Company: Sopris Homes, www.soprishomes.com

Sales Rep: Jen Schell, 720-224-2044

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Enjoy life adjacent to shore fishing, open space, trailsand pool. Walking to restaurants, shopping and movies.20 minutes to Denver/Boulder/Longmont.

Imagine a home designed for family functionality with aplace for everything! Custom kitchens, functional home centerfor projects/homework, entry bench/cubbies.

Euro architecture, inviting kitchens, furniture-styleislands, distress finishes, great rooms, architectural details,extended studies, libraries and courtyards.

Sealed cellulose insulation, airtight casement low-Ewindows, tighter construction. Use less energy, guaranteed!Environments for living, Energy Star, Built Green.

OPEN SPACE. RIGHT OFF PEARL STREET.The Walnut is designed around a private courtyard offering natural beauty right in the heart of downtown Boulder.Steps from Pearl Street’s cosmopolitan pleasures, The Walnut offers tranquil residential living with true urban style.

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From I-25, west on 144th Avenue, south on Huron Street, west on Huntington Trails Parkway, 2nd from end on northside of street.

Huntington TrailsEstatesChambord1255 Huntington Trails Parkway,Westminster

$1,545,000

Marketing Company: Bosch Marketing Group, LLC, www.mountaincm.com

Sales Reps: Marie Callaway and Beth Sons, 720-887-3000

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Huntington Trails Estates offers manicured open spacewith walking trails, luxurious community center with pool,half-acre home-sites, and easy access.

Unique custom welcomes all with elegant stone, brick andstucco exterior, cedar accents, 10-foot iron front door, andcolored concrete drive and sidewalks.

Custom built with Old World charm. Gourmet kitchenwith Wolf sub-zero appliances and Woodmode cabinets.Travertine tile floor throughout the first floor. Large coveredoutdoor living area – with built-in BBQ – backing to Greenbelt.

Mountain Construction provides a rich history of buildingspectacular homes with necessities, and a whole lot of luxury.

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My New Boulder.6,000-square-foot Private Fitness Club

Private Movie Theater with Stadium SeatingTwo blocks from the 29th Street Entertainment District

Adjacent to the Boulder Creek Path

Residences starting from the low $300s.

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From 287, east on Dillon Road, pass Zuni, turn south onto Huntington Trails Parkway, turn north on Osage Street.

From I-25, west on 144th, pass Huron, south on Huntington Trails Parkway, left on Osage Street.

The Sanctuary atHuntington TrailsSilverton14345 N. Osage St., Westminster

$671,900


Sales Rep: Jen Schell, 720-224-2044

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Enjoy life adjacent to shore fishing, open space, trailsand pool. Walking to restaurants, shopping and movies.20 minutes to Denver/Boulder/Longmont.

Imagine a ranch home with a custom feel, expansiveliving & entertaining spaces. Designer kitchen, great room,cozy courtyard, functional home center and entry bench.

Euro architecture, inviting kitchen, furniture style island,distress finishes, architectural details, study and courtyard withfireplace ambiance.

Sealed cellulose insulation, airtight casement low-Ewindows, tighter construction. Use less energy, guaranteed!Environments for living, Energy Star, Built Green.


From Highway 287, drive east on Dillon Road/144th Avenue past Zuni to Huntington Trails Parkway, turn south to 142ndCircle, then north on North Navajo to model home.

Preserve atHuntington TrailsTuscany14275 N. Navajo St., Westminster

$945,000

Marketing Company: CopperWest Colorado, www.copperwestcolo.com

Sales Reps: Laura Koby and Cassie Busch, 303-920-9609

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Huntington Trails borders McKay Lake and WestminsterOpen Space offering easy access to nature trails, a private pooland clubhouse. It is located just west of the new OrchardTown Center with easy access to I-25.

A courtyard greets you at the entrance of this gorgeous two-story home with a fabulous gourmet kitchen and a huge centerisland that opens to an expansive great room. A formal diningroom, main level study, plus a guest suite completes the first floor.

A private roof deck rests between the master suite with

two closets and the three large secondary bedrooms. Anupstairs laundry completes the upper level. Dual staircaseswith wrought iron detail, hand trowelled walls, Tharp cabinetsand close attention to detail are just a few specialappointments in this Insignia Home.

Stone/stucco exterior, Built Green features and energyefficiency are all elements found in finely crafted luxury homesby Insignia.

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Bradburn Village – Westminster

Solar-powered single-family homes

303.410.9700

Crescent Ridge at Lowry – Denver

Attached homes near Crescent Park

303.363.4000

East Park at Lowry – Denver

Water-efficient single-family homes

303.363.4000

Hyland Village – Westminster

Craftsman BungalowsPenthouse Townhomes

303.466.4700

Indian Peaks South – Lafayette

Single-family & attached homes

303.665.8200

McStain Collection – Denver

New homes in old neighborhoods

303.570.2042

Platt Park – Denver

Duplex homes with finished basements

303.843.1545

Casitas at Stapleton – Denver

Attached homes witha unique neighborhood feel

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28th Street north to Kalmia Avenue. East on Kalmia Avenue to entrance of Northfield Commons at the intersection ofSilverton Street. Model/sales office on the NW corner of Silverton Street and Kalmia Street.

NorthfieldCommonsBison Duplex3611 Silverton St., BoulderStarting at

$739,000

Marketing Company: Northfield Commons, www.northfieldcommonsboulder.com

Sales Rep: Kate Lyons, 303-442-0309

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Catch the Flatirons at sunset. Go on a bike ride after work orgather with friends for a potluck barbecue at six.

Low-maintenance duplex living at Northfield Commons freesup your time and gives you great access to bike trails, picturesqueviews, walkable streets and the warm, friendly atmosphereColoradoans love. Combine all that with nearby shopping,restaurants and transportation, and the balance you’ve been wishingfor is no longer only a dream. You’re living it.

Distinctive architecture is a prerequisite of new urbanism, and

our duplexes prove it. Designed to complement a variety of lifestyles,these homes feature spacious, flowing great rooms, dining areas andkitchens, and first floor office or study space.

Master suites feature large walk-in closets, luxuriously appointedbaths and private balconies. You’ll love the favored outdoor amenities,including covered front porches, back/side patios and, on most models,rooftop decks with stellar views. Our custom upgrades and basementfinishes are great options for personalizing every area of your home.


From Highway 36 west take the Baseline exit and head west towards the Flatirons. Continue on Baseline until 6th Street.Take a right onto 6th Street. Take a left onto Euclid Avenue and your first right back onto 6th Street. Take your first left

onto Geneva. Second house on the right.

RemodelWhole house and addition

525 Geneva Ave., Boulder

$800,000

Marketing Company: Hammerwell, Inc., www.hammerwell.com

Sales Rep: Rich Sands, 303-443-3430

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Flagstaff neighborhood offers beautiful views of theFlatirons as well as walking distance to open space trails.

Open, modern interiors contrast with the craftsmenbungalow exterior. The kitchen features top-of-the-lineappliances and stone countertops.

Upper level offers private Master Bedroom with amazingviews as well as a large master bath with soaker tub.

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North on Broadway to Balsam. West on Balsam to 9th. North on 9th to Cedar. East on Cedar.Home is on the corner of 9th and Cedar.

Newlands919 Cedar Ave., Boulder

$1,979,000

Marketing Company: Hammerwell Incorporated, www.hammerwell.com

Sales Rep: Rich Gribbon, 303-441-5685

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Nestled into established family neighborhood,overlooking the North Boulder Park and Front Range.Walking distance to downtown Boulder.

A minimalistic modern design with touches of Tuscany,featuring an open floor plan, dramatic spaces, creativematerials and seamless detailing.

Environmentally considerate construction using FSCcertified woods, formaldehyde-free cabinetry, recycled roofand patio materials, high-efficiency equipment and more.

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From 98th Avenue and Sheridan go west on 98th Avenue. Turn south on Ames Street, then turn west on 97th Place.

Hyland VillageThe Leyden5411 W. 97th Place, Unit A,Westminster

$484,000

Marketing Company: McStain Neighborhoods, www.mcstain.com

Sales Rep: Grant Taylor, 303-466-4700

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Hyland Village will offer a zero-energy community centerand pool, convenient retail center and access to miles of trails.

This Penthouse Townhome features ... you guessed it, apenthouse. Complete with rooftop deck and amazing views.

Townhome includes a five-piece master bath with walk-in

closet, a butler’s pantry in the open kitchen and granite tilecountertops.

McStain Neighborhoods develops and builds in asustainable partnership with the natural environment.

(Base price, including penthouse level.)


From 95th and Baseline Road, go west on Baseline Road then south on Roser Drive to the roundabout.

Indian Peaks SouthThe Cypress2822 Crater Lake Lane, Lafayette

$439,900 (base price)


Sales Rep: Jesús Orozco, 303-665-8200

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Indian Peaks South will include a long linear park,community center with pool and a convenient retail center.

The Cypress features a large front porch entering into anopen family room, dining room and kitchen with alley-loadedgarage. This home also features solar panels to take advantageof Colorado’s bountiful sunshine.

The Cypress includes a main-floor master bedroom, five-piece master bathroom and walk-in closet, two extra upstairsbedrooms and loft.

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From 98th Avenue and Sheridan go west on 98th Avenue. Turn south on Ames Street, then turn west on 97th Place.

Hyland VillageThe Chestnut5533 West 97th Ave.,Westminster

$509,990 (base price)


Sales Rep: Grant Taylor, 303-466-4700

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Hyland Village will offer a zero-energy community centerand pool, convenient retail center and access to miles of trails.

This Craftsman Bungalow features a wraparound frontporch, central exterior courtyard accessed from the main-floormaster and solar panels.

The Chestnut includes two upstairs bedrooms, up to two

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1. Sheffield Homes 553 Rifle Way, Broomfield $548,376 303-465-1802

2. Sheffield Homes 14121 Reserve Place, Broomfield $711,984 720-887-5253

3. Sopris Homes 14280 N. Osage St., Westminster $774,900 720-224-2044

4. Bosch Marketing Group, LLC 1255 Huntington Trails Pkwy., Westminster $1,545,000 720-887-3000

5. Sopris Homes 14345 N. Osage St., Westminster $671,900 720-224-2044

6. Insignia Homes 14275 N. Navajo St., Westminster $945,000 303-920-9609

7. Coast to Coast Development Corp. 3611 Silverton St., Boulder Starting at $739,000 303-442-0309

8. Hammerwell, Inc. 525 Geneva Ave., Boulder $800,000 303-443-3430

9. Hammerwell, Inc. 919 Cedar Ave., Boulder $1,979,000 303-441-5685

10. McStain Neighborhoods 5411 W. 97th Place, Unit A, Westminster $484,000 303-466-4700

11. McStain Neighborhoods 2822 Crater Lake Lane, Lafayette $439,900 (base) 303-665-8200

12. McStain Neighborhoods 5533 West 97th Ave., Westminster $509,990 (base) 303-466-4700

13. Cornerstone Homes 2746 Spruce Meadows Drive, Broomfield $1,954,000 303-469-1121

14. Bosch Marketing Group, LLC 1040 W. 141st Circle $1,495,000 720-887-3000

15. Coast to Coast Development Corp. 3696 Pinedale St., Boulder Starting at $479,900 303-442-0309

16. Markel Homes 1504 Grant Drive, Longmont Starting at $335,500 303-678-1362

17. Markel Homes 302 McConnell Drive, Lyons Starting at $494,750 303-823-6814

18. Krueger Construction Management 2161 Driver Lane, Erie $1,040,000 303-859-0470

19. Markel Homes 343 Dakota Blvd., Boulder $1,389,000 303-440-4498

20. Markel Homes 2369 Hecla Drive, Louisville Starting at $494,500 303-604-9196

21. Sopris Homes 8676 Portico Lane, Longmont $1,499,000 720-652-9191

22. Pulte Homes 16651 Plateau Lane, Broomfield $479,990 303-604-1857

23. Pulte Homes 16487 Las Brisas Drive, Broomfield $507,990 303-604-5440

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Think of your typical department store withlots of variety – only eco-friendly.

Ellie’s offerings include apparel and accessories,linens and furniture, general merchandise, buildingsupply, paint and finishes, solar services, educationalofferings, natural children’s products, health andbeauty, and a design center to help customers remodelor build with sustainable and green products.

Visit the store and check out Ellie’s amazingarray of recycled and rapidly renewable products andthose that conserve water and energy. Natural corkflooring, recycled cotton insulation, non-toxic paintsand finishes, locally made concrete countertops,bamboo plywoods, recycled plastic furniture, woolcarpeting, recycled “pop bottle” carpeting, tropicalhardwood decking, composite decking, recycledrubber flooring/pavers, recycled roofing, Boulderlaundry detergent, Eco-Products non-toxic cleaningproducts, compostable event supplies, natural petsupplies, non-toxic fertilizer and plant food,compact-fluorescent light bulbs, organic skin careproducts and organic linens for baby – all under oneconvenient roof at last.

“We especially like to source localproducts,” says Carly Marriott, generalmanager of Ellie’s. “We understand theimportance of supporting our community,entrepreneurship, and lessening the carbonfootprint of transporting product. Ourbusiness plan is to pair Ellie’s with a natural

food market to make shopping for customerseven more convenient. We took this intoconsideration for customers who usealternative transportation as well. Those whobike will only have to visit one shoppingcenter for many of their needs. Ellie’scustomers who drive will be lessening theircarbon footprint by not driving all over townto complete their shopping.”

Ellie’s was formerly the building division ofBoulder’s Eco-Products Company. Since 1990, Eco-Products has been marketing green office products,such as recycled copy paper, organic coffees andalternative packaging material. It expanded to includebuilding products in 1996. Growth has skyrocketedduring the past two years and Eco-Products is now a$40 million company, thanks to increasing demandfor items such as biodegradable, corn-based drinkingcups and green laundry detergent.

Get your Zapino scooter at Ellie’sEllie’s is now an official dealer of Zapino

Electric Scooters, which are hot sellers in Boulder.Perfect for city commuting, they are economical andnon-polluting, and are able to reach speeds around30 miles per hour.

The Zapino works on a 60-volt, dry-cell batterysystem, has regenerative ABS disk brakes and a3,000-watt hub motor. The scooter’s list price is$3,495, and it comes in chic colors – red, limegreen, sky blue, pink and black.

“To fully charge the Zapino costs about 25cents as opposed to $70 to fill up the average car,”says Marriott. “To me, that’s the real selling point.You can drive 30 miles on each charge. And you canplug it into a regular home outlet. Our Founder andPresident Steve Savage and the Vice President ofOperations for Eco-Products both commute to workon their Zapinos. Our support office has a solar-panel system on it, and the Zapinos are drawingtheir energy from our solar source.”

Ellie’s CommitmentEllie’s Eco Home Store is committed to

providing the community with the best greenbuilding materials and everyday healthy home andpersonal items available. “We believe there arebetter and affordable alternative ways to build,renovate and live a healthy lifestyle,” Marriott says.“Ellie’s affordable alternatives help us leave a softerfootprint on our planet as we make our homesbeautiful and healthy.”

Ellie’s Eco Home Store seeks manufacturers andproducts that use natural and/or organic inputs,practice energy conservation, are rapidly renewable,use recycled content, do not emit toxins or otherunhealthy byproducts, practice sustainability in thesourcing of their inputs, reduce pollution or wastefrom operations, are conscious about theenvironmental impacts of their packaging,manufacturing and distribution, and help reduceoverall environmental impacts.

Visit Ellie’sEllie’s Eco Home Store is temporarily housed at

Eco-Products’ location at 3640 Walnut St. inBoulder. It plans to move to 2525 Arapahoe, next toSunflower Market, in September. Check Ellie’s newWeb site: www.elliesecohomestore.com. Hours areMonday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., andSaturday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Shopping is natural at Ellie’sEco Home Store of Boulder

Ellie’s Eco Home Store is committed to making a positive impact on the global community by offering a wide selection ofhigh quality, environmentally friendly products for the home at competitive prices in a convenient and inviting one-stop shop.

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I-25 west on to 144th to Zuni Street. Then north to 152nd. Turn west at the entry to the Spruce Meadows Subdivision to2746 Spruce Meadows Drive. Home on the south side of the street.

Spruce MeadowsPrada2746 Spruce Meadows Drive,Broomfield

$1,954,000

Marketing Company: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokeragewww.sprucemeadowsbroomfield.comSales Rep: Jeff Salter, 303-469-1121

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Views everywhere from this window filled architecturalmarvel. Stone, steel and plane walls of wood mix to dazzleyour senses.

This home features a kitchen to be coveted by anymaster chef – abounding in elegant materials and avantgarde design.

This home abounds with wonderful indoor-outdoorspaces, and features a walk-out sculpture garden in thebasement.

Huge four-car garage, court yards, roof decks andpatios – all combine in this signature piece of Livable Artfrom Cornerstone.


From I-25, west on 144th Avenue, south on Huron Street, west onto Huntington Trails Parkway.

Huntington TrailsEstatesCumberland1040 W.141st Circle, Westminster

$1,495,000

Marketing Company: Bosch Marketing Group, LLC

Sales Reps: Marie Callaway & Beth Sons, 720-887-3000

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Beautiful Main Floor Master – over 5,900 finished squarefeet. Custom built with old-world flair – extensive woodaccents, crown molding and exquisite built-ins. Gourmetkitchen - ALL Decor® appliances, custom cabinets,Anthracite® under mount sinks, built-in buffet.

Over half-acre home site backing to greenbelt – MountainViews. Luxury master suite – sitting area, gas fireplace andentertainment area. Huge master bath – double vanities, sitdown dressing table and direct access to laundry room.

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By Judy Finman

“I was extremely happy with the movers! They were wonderful!” wroteanother client, emphatically.

For nearly 15 years, savvy Colorado individuals, businesses and non-profits have entrusted their possessions to Taylor Moving of Boulder, a localcompany that has earned its reputation for trustworthiness, superior service,and pleasing its customers.

Realtor Jeremy DeBell, with RE/MAX Horizons Group in Broomfield,has called on Taylor Moving more than once. “They moved me personally,and I was so pleased with them that I have recommended them to myclients. I was impressed with their customer service, reliability, and theirhard-working, friendly crew,” he says. “My customers are grateful that Irecommended the company. They say the Taylors and their crew arewonderful to work with. I’ve never had a complaint.”

DeBell points out that moving “is a very stressful time for people. Butwith Taylor the move will go smoothly. They’ve really got a desire to makethe customer happy – which has not been my experience with other movingcompanies. Glen Taylor is hands-on. He checked in on my move to say,‘How’s everything going?’ ‘Is there anything we can do better?’ He makes apoint of making the customer happy.”

“They listen and are amenable to what we want,” says Peter Lundskow,curator of collections for the Boulder History Museum. He engaged Taylorto move the museum’s only piano, a Laffargue player piano, built in NewYork in 1921. “We’ve used Taylor before,” Lundskow says. “We like to use a

local company. Both the owners and the movers take a personalizedapproach to every move.”

Taylor Moving is owned by the husband-and-wife team of Glen andLeah Taylor and employs around 23 movers. The company transports asmany as 1,200 households and businesses each year. It specializes in moveswithin Boulder County, but regularly coveys people all over Colorado andoccasionally outside the state.

Leah Taylor says, “A lot of local moving companies have been affectedby the economy, going out of business or being bought up by nationalchains. We’ve managed to stay busy and in business and were even votedBest Mover in Boulder by Camera readers in 2006 and 2007. We are notnationally funded, so we depend on happy customers for continuedbusiness.” Taylor Moving was also voted 2008 Best of Boulder by readers ofBoulder Weekly.

“Our success comes down to the same crews year after year – we have alow turnover rate,” Glen Taylor says. The guys work together as a team andaccommodate the customers. Three or four of the crew have been with ussince day one – nine of them five or six years.”

Ellen Berman is a self-employed Home Director, who manages movesfor clients. She has found Taylor to be accommodating and flexible. “Wedid several small moves, and the helpers were very courteous and concernedabout the personal belongings. They took extreme care in moving a babygrand piano from one household to another. One time we did multiplepickups and dropoffs; they weren’t expecting this when they arrived, butthey accommodated us, and we were pleased. They didn’t waste time; theywere efficient and showed a lot of care.”

Because the family is very hands-on, you almost always reach a Taylorwhen you call the office, and always meet one of them on your in-homeestimate. They have a lot of repeat customers and referrals, becausecustomers know the owners will always be involved in the process and themovers are always first-rate.

Taylor Moving has been in the same location in Boulder, with the sameowners, from the beginning. Some companies say they are locally owned orhave been around for decades, but are actually owned from out of state orhave changed hands several times.

“With Taylor Moving we are what we say – a true family-run, locallyowned and operated moving company that cares about you and yourbelongings,” Glen affirms.

Building a successful business allows the Taylors to give back to thecommunity. They’ve donated moves for local institutions such as TheBoulder Shelter for the Homeless, Boulder Valley Humane Society andHabitat for Humanity. “If we’ve done well, then we should give back,” saysSandy Taylor, Glen’s mother, who works full time in the office. “If it’s a goodcause, we like to help out.”

“We love you guys!” Every business owner longs to hear these words from customers. At TaylorMoving of Boulder, this is one of many accolades from customers surveyed after they moved.

Taylor Moving is located at 4949 N. Broadway, #110, inBoulder. For more information or a free estimate on your nextmove, call Taylor Moving at 303.443.5885 or e-mail the Taylorsat [email protected]. Visit the www.TaylorMove.com.


North on 28th Street. East on Kalmia Avenue. North on Pinedale Street. End at property on right (8-plex of Row Homes).Model is east unit – Unit A.

NorthfieldCommonsLoft Row Houses3696 Pinedale St., BoulderStarting at

$479,900

Marketing Company: Northfield Commons, www.northfieldcommonsboulder.com

Sales Rep: Kate Lyons, 303-442-0309

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Multiple decks and a neighborhood with easytrail connections and a community park promiseshours of outdoor enjoyment in these high-designluxury row houses. You’ll love the gourmet kitchenwith Euro-style cabinetry, stainless steel appliancesand granite slab countertops, and the spaciousmaster suite with optional fireplace. Large-panedglass and unique corner windows combinationwith a natural color palette and textural exteriorcomplement the fresh, distinctive architecturehighlighted by a metal roof and metallic accents.Crisp lines, definitive angles and exquisite detailslend sophistication and an urban influence to thisideal neighborhood.

Open and airy main floor with great roomand beautiful fireplace. Inviting front porch, patioand multiple decks for year-round enjoyment.Beautiful master bath with soaking tub, seat-inshower and double vanity. Walk-in closets inspacious master suite with adjoining deck.

Additional bedroom or study on middle level,with private bath and large deck. Secludedbedroom/loft, bath and deck on third lever.Unfinished lower level with great potential ashome office or rec/media room.

Built Green® and Energy Star® rated for eco-friendly living.


Take Hwy 287 to 15th Avenue. Turn West on 15th Avenue to entrance of Yeager Farm at 15th and Bowen or take HoverRoad to 15th Avenue. Go East on 15th Avenue to entrance of Yeager Farm subdivision at 15th and Francis Street.

Yeager FarmWhitewater1504 Grant Drive, Longmont

Starting at

$335,500

Marketing Company: Markel Homes, www.markelhomes.com

Sales Rep: The Kahler-Lees Group, Re/Max Traditions/Markel Homes, 303-678-1362

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Fabulous location in established North Longmont, justminutes from shopping, school, hospital, and parks.Convenience and accessibility define this single-story home,along with a long-range view from foyer to the patio.

Vaulted ceiling in great room, dining room and masterbedroom. Optional basement finishes. Built Green and EnergyStar rated.


Highway 66 west to Lyons. Turn south on bridge after “Welcome to Lyons” monument to home.

Lyons Valley ParkMesa302 McConnell Drive, Lyons

Starting at

$494,750


Sales Rep: The Kahler-Lees Group, Re/Max Traditions/Markel Homes, 303-823-6814

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Lyons Valley Park is bordered by the St. Vrain River and a1,000-foot bluff. This stone and stucco home offers spaciousone-level living with a fabulous great room. Visit this open,

flowing ranch with gorgeous kitchen and spacious mastersuite. Optional basement finishing and third-car garage. Thishome is Built Green and Energy Star rated.


East on Baseline Road, past County Line Road. North on Vista Parkway, south on Driver Lane.

Vista Ridge2161 Driver Lane, Erie

$1,040,000

Marketing Company: Mapleton Real Estate Group, www.kcmcustom.com

Sales Reps: Brian Krueger/Greg Schultz, 303-859-0470

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This fantastic home backs up to the prestigious Vista RidgeGolf Course. Great mountain views from master balcony.Finished lower level with large recreation room, guest bedroom,full bath and wet bar. This home features front and rear covered

porches, rear with fireplace and two upper private balconies.Vista Ridge is the ideal golf course community. Fabulousamenities includes 2 pools, community center and clubhouse.


North on Broadway past Lee Hill Road intersection; turn west on Laramie Boulevard into Dakota Ridge Village, go fiveblocks and turn south onto 5th Street, one block to Dakota Boulevard, west to 343 Dakota Boulevard.

Dakota RidgeVillage343 Dakota Blvd., Boulder

$1,389,000

Marketing Company: Markel Homes

Sales Rep: Nancy Haney, 303-200-0488

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Traditional, perfectly balanced architecture with pleasing details and textureshighlighting an inviting stone entry way and spacious covered front porch with southernviews to open space.

Private master retreat accommodates both shared and personal space, with a cozybedroom fireplace, a very large walk-in closet and a spacious five-piece bath featuringdouble sink vanities, jetted tub, generous-sized steam shower and separate toilet.

Spacious kitchen with walk-in pantry includes cherry cabinetry, top-of-the-linerefrigerator, double ovens, stainless steel appliances and granite countertops.

This home is Built Green® for eco-friendly living and environmental preservation.

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For a limited time, Lennar is celebrating the retirement of its HeritageSeries at Heritage Todd Creek, a community designed exclusively for

Active Adults with a resort lifestyle. Lennar’s Model Home Close-OutEvent is an incredible opportunity for Active Adults looking to buy now.Lennar is offering unbeatable savings on the limited number of modelhomes that remain in this spectacularly designed series. Additionally,just for visiting Heritage Todd Creek during this special Model HomeClose-Out Event, new customers will receive a two-for-one golfcertificate just for registering, while supplies last.

For Active Adults, it is the final opportunity to own a Heritage Serieshome. These ranch-plan homes feature the most desired features andupgrades simply included such as cherry cabinets, central vacuum systems,wrought-iron handrails, front and rear yard landscaping and so muchmore, priced from the mid $300s. The floor plans offer two bedrooms andbetween two and two-and-a-half baths at up to 2,488 square feet of space.Additionally, special financing is available during this event.

Lennar’s new and exciting Champions andLegends Collection are now available, featuringranch-style homes from the low $300s. Be sure toask about the new plans when you visit!

Heritage Todd Creek is a luxurious 700-acregolf course community built around an ArthurHills-designed 18-hole championship golf

course. Providing something to appeal to everyone was of the utmostimportance in the community’s timeless design. Heritage Todd Creekoffers an exciting active resort lifestyle with a full calendar of socialactivities and clubs, indoor and outdoor swimming pools, and lightedtennis courts. Inside the newly built clubhouse, residents can enjoy thelibrary, card, billiards and computer rooms.

Residents don’t need to travel far to enjoy a delectable meal on thetown. Within the clubhouse, they will delight in the CreeksideRestaurant, perfect for dining with friends or enjoying an intimatedinner alone. Situated in a prime North Metro Denver location,Heritage Todd Creek provides easy citywide access and commuting toDIA, downtown Denver, Boulder and northern Colorado so thatActive Adults are always in the heart of everything.

For more information on Lennar’s Model Home Close-Out Eventat Heritage Todd Creek, visit Lennar’s Welcome Home Center, openMonday, noon to 6 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.,

and Sunday, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., or call866.483.1565. The Welcome Home Center atHeritage Todd Creek is located at 15343 HeritageCircle in Thornton. Take I-25 to Hwy 7 exit eastto Yosemite take a right, then make another righton Heritage Parkway. Visit LENNAR.COM formore details.

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The RighT FinancingLock in a low interest rate while you still can!PLUS, through UAMC, Lennar’s preferredlender, choose from a variety of programssuited to your specific needs and budget.

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These days, many people appreciate and look for environmentallyfriendly furnishings and services when buying, remodeling or

updating their home or place of business. Whether it’s energy-efficient lightbulbs, appliances or heating and cooling units, “go green” is the mantra.

But did you know you can go green when it comes to your flooring,too? Go Green Flooring by The Carpet Line has been ahead of thetrend, offering eco-friendly flooring products for a decade. In fact, theBoulder company has specialized in 100-percent natural wool carpetsince the family owned and operated store opened its doors in 1982.

“Flooring is something some people really don’t think about interms of being eco-friendly,” says Go Green Flooring owner BrendaSteele. “But they have that option.”

At Go Green Flooring, that option includes an array of choices foreco-friendly carpets, rugs and hardwoods. Go Green works withdesigners, builders and individuals in providing residential andcommercial flooring products. The store carries all major brands – GoGreen is the only full-product Karastan dealer in Boulder – andis fully stocked with earth-friendly flooring choices.

In addition to natural wool carpeting, Go Greenoffers recycled synthetic carpets and PET carpet,commonly known as “pop-bottle carpet” because it’smade from recycled, non-toxic plastic in soda-pop,water and juice containers. They also carry Smartstrand,a carpet made from a corn polymer fiber that takes30-percent less energy to producethan its nylon counterparts.

“It’s virtually impossible to stain and it feels like it’s been soaked infabric softener, it’s so soft,” Steele says.

For people sensitive to toxic gasses that carpet can emit, Go Greencarries a variety of low- and no-VOC (volatile organic compounds) pads.

Cork is a popular hard surface flooring material these days because it’sextremely durable, anti-microbial and anti-bacterial. Go Green Flooring,a member of the Boulder Green Building Guild, also offers a selection of“reclaimed hardwoods,” wood that is harvested from old, torn-downbuildings or leftover from early logging days and reclaimed from riversonce used to transport the lumber to it’s destination. They also carryForest Stewardship Council (FSC) certified wood flooring products.

“FSC sets high standards that ensure forestry is practiced in anenvironmentally responsible, socially beneficial and economicallyviable way,” Steele says. “Consumers wishing to support healthy forestsand communities should look and ask for the FSC label whenpurchasing hardwood.”

If you’re in the market for stone or tile flooring, Go Green has youcovered, as well. In addition, the company carries Marmoleum,

virtually indestructible, all-natural linoleum.Go Green is a full-service flooring company: They will

install, repair or restore flooring, and they’ll even treat pet odor.Designers, builders or homeowners in need of

eco-friendly flooring can call Go Green Flooring at303.440.4442, visit www.GoGreenFlooring.com or stop by the

store showroom at 5485 Western Ave.,Boulder, Mondays through Fridays 9 a.m. to5 p.m., Saturdays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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North EndSanitas2369 Hecla Drive, Louisville

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Sales Rep: Michele Steward, Markel Homes Construction Company, 303-604-9196

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North End offers energy-efficient, low maintenance livingin a neighborhood withspectacular views, windingfootpaths and beautiful HeclaLake at its center.

The fluid design movespeople easily from kitchen todining areas to patio or greatroom accommodating family andguests alike.

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Built Green® Colorado has been behind the growth of green andenergy efficient home building in Colorado since 1995. Over that

period of time, green building has become part of the culture of theHome Builders Association of Metro Denver and much of itsmembership, and increasingly woven into the fabric of the homebuilding industry. ENERGY STAR®, a recognized label for many of theappliances and electronic devices in our homes and offices, hasexpanded its influence to buildings, including new homes. So how arethey different? Built Green® Colorado is a comprehensive ratingprogram that looks at the value of “greener,” more environmentallyappropriate options to standard building products and techniques, aswell as energy efficiency, tuned to the climate and building practices ofColorado. ENERGY STAR is a national brand that evaluates thequalities of various building components so that consumers can choosemore efficient products without being experts in the technology; it alsohas a new home program that sets minimum performance criteria fornew homes. Built Green® and ENERGY STAR have been informallylinked for quite some time. The Built Green® Checklist has referencedENERGY STAR throughout its development, recommendingENERGY STAR appliances early in the program and, more recently,introducing the ENERGY STAR Advanced Lighting Package asENERGY STAR becomes more entrenched in the residentialbuilding industry. Both Built Green® and ENERGY STAR aredynamic programs, constantly evolving as new technologiesand research reveal better ways of building.

In its evolution, Built Green® has brought in otherprograms where there were opportunities to “plug in” anappropriate component. For example, the AmericanLung Association Health House standards areincluded in the Built Green® Checklist as a single itemthat gains 13 points. In the 2007-2008 Checklist,ENERGY STAR New Home criteria aresimilarly packaged as one of fouroptions for the minimum energyrequirement to qualify a home as BuiltGreen®. Packaging these externalprograms has a couple of benefits. Itrecognizes the credible work andexpertise put into other programs andminimizes confusion by consumers by demonstrating that theseprograms share the same goal of quality, high performance homes. Italso reduces the time required to develop and maintain some of thetechnical aspects of Built Green®, time that can be focused more onbuilder training and consumer education.

This year Built Green® and ENERGY STAR have formalized theirrelationship by setting the ENERGY STAR New Home criteria as theminimum energy standard for all Built Green® homes. This change willofficially take place in October 2008, but builders are alreadypreparing, and in many cases have already reached this new standard.Through Built Green®, builders have taken advantage of theopportunity to continuously improve their homes’ performance to thepoint where, even if they aren’t currently meeting the specific criteriafor ENERGY STAR, the difference is less onerous than it may havebeen a couple of years ago. It should also be noted that the minimumenergy requirement for Built Green® exceeds the 2006 InternationalEnergy Conservation Code.

So as a new home buyer, what does Built Green® with ENERGYSTAR mean to you? Take a look at this list of features that are likely tobe in your new home:

• Optimum insulation properly installed with no voids (bare spots)

• High-performance windows for energy savings and comfort• Penetrations in the home’s shell properly sealed to prevent

uncontrolled air infiltration• Ducts sealed with mastic (not duct tape)• Gas appliances are “sealed combustion” (air for combustion is

ducted from the outside and doesn’t mix with indoor air)• Low/no VOC (volatile organic compounds) paints and finishes

are used; carpet is minimized and tacked, not glued• Proper moisture control to avoid condensation and leaks (mold

and structural damage)• Energy efficient lighting package• Independent testing of the home’s energy system

The partnership of Built Green® and ENERGY STAR is a naturalmatch. Energy efficiency has always been fundamental to green building,since the environmental impact of the operation of buildings over theirlifetime is significant. According to the U.S. Environmental ProtectionAgency, a typical home can cause as much as twice the greenhouseemissions of an average automobile, and most of this is in the energyconsumed to keep the home comfortable. But there is more to thepartnership than just joining two recognized programs together. Built

Green® with ENERGY STAR further validates the importance oflooking at the entire home as an interactive system. This “system” is

much more complicated than it used to be, and both programshave continued to bring the latest building science to

homebuilders to not only prevent problems in the future,but to get the best performance possible.

Built Green® Colorado has been helping buildersfind energy solutions to new homes since 1995. Visitors

to homes in the Flatirons Tour of Homes should makea point to visit those homes that are labeled Built

Green®. There they will see many of the featuresrecommended on the Built Green®

Checklist, which lists nearly 200different green building options. As faras the cost of higher performancehomes is concerned, builders recognizethat “affordability” is a long-term issuethat doesn’t end at the closing table.

With the added benefits of ENERGY STAR, these builders are givingtheir customers an even better chance to maintain a comfortable andhealthy home environment without taking a huge bite out of theirmonthly budget.

Green building is smart building. It makes economic andecological sense. The urgency of reducing our dependence on foreignoil has become painfully evident over the last few years, but it wasalways a good idea. And the potential is huge for drastic reductions inour consumption of oil and other resources without sacrificing ourquality of life. As a matter of fact, our quality of life should improve inthe process. So when you leave the Tour of Homes this year and golooking for a new home, start with the list of builders that build to thestandards of Built Green® with ENERGY STAR (www.builtgreen.org).Why would you go any further?

Built Green® Colorado is a voluntary, industry-led programadministered by the Home Builders Association of Metro Denver.ENERGY STAR is a joint program of the U.S. Department of Energy(www.eere.doe.gov) and Environmental Protection Agency (www.epa.gov).

Doug Seiter contributes on energy and environmental buildingissues, and is the former State Coordinator of Built Green® Colorado.He can be reached at [email protected].

Built Green® with ENERGY STAR: A Natural

Diagonal Highway to Airport Road. North 1 mile to Clover Basin. West 1 mile to Portico Lane. South to the home.

PorticoCrestone8676 Portico Lane, Longmont

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Sales Rep: Stan Meade, Summit Real Estate & Marketing, 720-652-9191

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Portico offers 1-acre lots backing up to private open space... only 10 left.

The Crestone has a wonderful open plan with main levelguest suite, home tech center and incredible loft area.

Double island kitchen with granite countertops.

Hardwood throughout the main floor, and upstairs laundry.Sopris Homes has been a leader in Energy Star home

building. All Sopris Homes carry a 5 star energy rating andthe Energy Star label.

I-25 to Highway 7, west on Highway 7, left on Lowell Boulevard, left on Indian Peaks, right on Parkside Center Drive, lefton Wolverine Loop, left on Plateau Lane to models.

AnthemHighlandsTelluride16651 Plateau Lane, Broomfield

$479,990

Marketing Company: Pulte Homes, www.pulte.com

Sales Rep: Amanda Denison, Pulte Homes – Anthem Colorado, 303-604-1857

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Anthem Colorado offers 806 acres of open space, 48miles of walking trails, 15 parks, and a private recreationcenter featuring an outdoor swimming pool and water park.

From the large kitchen with a center island and an eatingnook, to a spacious family room that opens onto a large deck,to a formal dining room and a cozy study, this house has

plenty of formal and informal space. An open balconyoverlooks the family room and there is an elegant master suitewith a private bath and a walk-in closet.

With an optional game room and fifth bedroom the3,009-square-foot Telluride offers plenty of room for yourgrowing family.

I-25 to Highway 7, west on Highway 7, left on Lowell Boulevard, right on Anthem Ranch Road, left on Las Brisas.Drive to models.

Anthem RanchVail16487 Las Brisas Drive, Broomfield

$507,990

Marketing Company: Pulte Homes/Del Webb, www.pulte.com

Sales Rep: Melanie Dube, Del Webb, 303-604-5440

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Anthem Ranch by Del Webb offers world-class amenities, resort-style activities, and theunparalleled living experience you’ve come toexpect from Del Webb, the leader in activeadult communities.

With its grand foyer, the Vail makes astatement the moment you set foot in thedoor. The open living room and kitchen aregreat for entertaining.

The Vail model also features a large deckand covered patio, great for relaxing in yourbeautiful new community.

Safe SystemsBy Thom Collins

Intruders are three times as likely to break into a home without asecurity system than one with a security system. Safe Systems, the

Louisville-based residential and commercial security company, hasbeen keeping families and businesses safe in Boulder County andbeyond for more than 25 years.

The team at Safe Systems is expert at customizing security systemsto meet individual needs. No job is exactly the same except when itcomes to Safe Systems’ goal: Secure the client.

“Every system we do is designed for that homeowner,” says SafeSystems President Larry Halpern. “We’regoing to learn what your lifestyle is, and fityour system to your needs.”

Oftentimes, people aren’t simply lookingfor protection from intruders. Safe Systemscan help in other emergency situations, too.

“We can install systems that detectsmoke that will call for the fire departmentto respond,” Halpern says. “Carbonmonoxide sensors will detect if the CO2levels in your home get too high. We’re going to get asignal and get help to you whether you are in a position where you cancall for help or not.”

Safe Systems has always been a market leader in alarmcommunications. The company boasts a state-of-the-art, 24-hourcentral monitoring station, a key component for a security company.

It’s one of the reasons SDM magazine, a leading publication in thehome-security industry, ranks Safe Systems among the top 100 securitycompanies in the nation.

Technology is changing at a rapid pace. As new technologiesbecome available within your home or place of business, it’s importantto ensure your security system is compatible. Safe Systems offers safe-link radio products, which allow their security systems to function nomatter the type of technology you have elsewhere in your home orbusiness. It’s compatible with either a digital or analog phone system,and it stays on even if your phone system fails.

“Our safe-link technologies allow ourcustomers to monitor their alarm systemswithout phone lines,” Halpern says. “Or if youwant to arm or disarm your alarm systemremotely, you can do that from your cell phone.If you have a child coming home from schooland you’re not going to be home, but you want toknow when they get there, these systems can sendyou a message right to your cell phone or e-mail.“And what’s amazing about the technology is that

it’s really very affordable.”

For more information, call the expert staff at Safe Systems toll freeat 1.800.446.7519 or visit www.safe-systems.com.

One size does not fit all when it comes to home securitysystems. Standardized systems can have gaps leaving vul-nerable the people and things you love most. That’s whywe’ll come to your home to make a security assessment.Then we’ll design a system that’s right for you. Some might

call that quirky. But we’ve been doing itthat way for years. Call today for anappointment or to learn more.

Every family has itsquirks.

That’s why our securitysystems are custom-fit.

303-444-1191www.safe-systems.com

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