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June 20, 2012
Zuckerman Residence DRB120205– Previous comments:
GRFA connection between homes a concern/need a stronger connection
Reduce the appearance
of a mirror image structure
Bridge Street Lodge DRB120224
Transparency
Pedestrian scale is created in many ways, but a major factor is the openness, attractiveness, and generally public
character of the ground floor facade of adjacent buildings. Transparent store fronts are "people attractors", opaque or solid walls are more private, imply "do not approach".
On pedestrian-oriented
streets such as in the Village, ground floor commercial facades are proportionately more transparent than upper floors. Upper floors are typically more residential, private and thus
less open.
As a measure of transparency, the most characteristic and successful ground floor facades range from 55% to 70% of the total length of the commercial facade. Upper floors
are often the converse 30%-45% transparent.
Examples of transparency
(lineal feet of glass to lineal feet of facade) on ground level:
- Covered Bridge Bldg.
58%
- Pepi's Sports
71%
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Gasthof Gramshammer
48%
- The Lodge
66%
- Golden Peak House
62%
- Casino Building
30%
- Gorsuch Building
51%
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WINDOWS
In addition to the general degree
of transparency, window details are an important source of pedestrian scale-giving elements.
The size and shape of windows are often a response to the function of the street adjacent.
For close-up, casual pedestrian viewing windows are typically sized to human-sized dimensions and characteristics of human vision. (Large glass-wall storefronts suggest uninterrupted
viewing, as from a moving car. The sense of intimate pedestrian scale is diminished.) Ground floor display windows are typically raised slightly 18 inches and do not extend much over
8 feet above the walk way level. Ground floors which are noticeably above or below grade are exceptions.
The articulation of the window itself is still another element in giving pedestrian
scale (human-related dimensions). Glass areas are usually subdivided to express individual window elements - and are further subdivided by mullions into small panes - which is responsible
for much of the old-world charm of the Village.
Similarly, windows are most often clustered in banks, juxtaposed with plain wall surfaces to give a pleasing rhythm. Horizontal repetition
of single window elements, especially over long distances, should be avoided.
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Large single pane windows occur in the Village, and provide some contrast, as long as they are generally consistent in form with other windows. Long continuous glass is out of character.
Bay,
bow and box windows are common window details, which further variety and massing to facades - and are encouraged.
Reflective glass, plastic panes, and aluminum or other metal frames
are not consistent in the Village and should be avoided. Metal-clad or plastic clad wood frames, having the appearance of painted wood have been used successfully and are acceptable.
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DOORS
Like windows, doors are important to character and scale-giving architectural elements. They should also be somewhat transparent (on retail commercial facades) and consistent in detailing
with windows and other facade elements.
Doors with glass contribute to overall facade transparency. Due to the visibility of people and merchandise inside, windowed doors are somewhat
more effective in drawing people inside to retail commercial facades. Although great variations exist, 25-30% transparency is felt to be a minimum transparency objective. Private residences,
lodges, restaurants, and other non-retail establishments have different visibility and character needs, and doors should be designed accordingly. Sidelight windows are also a means
of introducing door transparency as a complement or substitute for door' windows.
Articulated doors have the decorative quality desired for Vail. Flush doors, light aluminum frames,
plastic appliqué elements all are considered inappropriate.
NOTE: Security is an important design consideration in Vail. Deadbolt locks are encouraged. Locks, door handles and glass
should all be designed to discourage break-ins.
Security-design discussions with the Town police staff are encouraged.
As an expression of entry, and sheltered welcome, protected entryways
are encouraged. Doorways may be recessed, extended, or covered.
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ACCENT ELEMENTS
The life and festive quality of the Village is given by judicious use of accent elements which
give color, movement and contrast to the Village.
Colorful accent elements consistent with existing character are encouraged, such as:
Awnings and canopies - canvas, bright color or
stripes of two colors.
Flags, banners - hanging from buildings, poles, and even across streets for special occasions.
Umbrellas - over tables on outdoor patios.
Annual color flowers
- in beds or in planters.
Accent lighting - buildings, plazas, windows, trees (even Christmas lights all winter).
Painted wall graphics - coats of arms, symbols, accent compositions,
etc.
Fountains - sculptural, with both winter and summer character.
Scott Residence DRB120109 – Previous Comments
Concern over lack of stone on the rear of the structure.
Concern over
the need to ground the chimneys
Concern over the proportion of stone on the deck support columns
Changes:
Added a third car garage bay on primary unit
Potato Patch Club DRB120213 –
Conceptual Exterior and Site Remodel
Exterior railing and color changes
Vail Fire Station No. 2 DRB120121 – Previous Comments
Comment on the windows in the tower element
Simba Run
DRB120227 – Conceptual Review
Exterior renovation – windows, materials, and colors
Using Hardi planks and panels