The People Behind 1700 Ski Time Square
In Steamboat Springs, the most meaningful places are not defined by architecture alone. They are shaped by the people behind them—their experience, their perspectives, and the care they bring to every decision along the way. At 1700 Ski Time Square, this belief is foundational. 1700 is a project shaped by a deliberate gathering of experts, each selected not only for their credentials but for their shared vision to create something deeply considered, highly livable, and true to its place and its people.
At the center is the team behind Storied Places, co-founders David Hill and Kathryn Corro, whose combined experience spans decades of shaping residential and resort communities across the West. Their approach is both strategic and deeply personal: to build not simply for a market, but for a way of living.
The opportunity at 1700 is clear—a rare site at the base of the mountain and, with it, the chance to create something Steamboat has not yet seen: a boutique collection of mountain residences designed to honor the intimacy of the local community, prioritize privacy, and create spaces that focus on the moments that become a family’s most treasured legacy. 1700 is more than a building; it is a vessel for a life well lived.
“From the beginning, the vision has been to create something that truly belongs here—rooted in place, shaped by community, and designed for how people want to live.”
— Kathryn Corro, Storied Places
That vision is paired with a philosophy shaped by years of understanding how people live within the places they return to.
“Our intent is to create a home that feels effortless from the moment you arrive and designed so naturally around your life that you never have to think about it. That is luxury.”
— David Hill, Storied Places
Designing From the Outside In
Where architecture meets landscape, the heart of 1700 takes shape. Norris Design, a nationally renowned planning and landscape architecture firm, has approached the site with a singular mission: to ensure the landscape serves as the connective tissue of the community reaching beyond open space and intentionally designing how residents will move, gather, and experience the mountain environment across the seasons.
This philosophy is expressed through Legends’ Lane and the Central Courtyard. The decision to dedicate nearly half of the site to landscape design represents a rare opportunity in a mountain base setting, and one that will define the experience of living here.
Legends’ Lane will front Ski Time Square Drive, celebrating Steamboat’s heritage of producing more Olympians than any other town in America. It is envisioned as an open invitation to the public to linger by fire pits or relax in ski lift chairs while taking in views of Steamboat Ski Resort.
The Central Courtyard will serve as a private sanctuary at the heart of the community; a place where the stories of the day are retold in the hot tub or around fire pits, and where everyday moments, from a game of catch before dinner to kids playing below, unfold naturally.
“We are designing the landscape as a series of connected experiences, from arrival to courtyard where conversations linger alongside green space to play. Each space is imagined intentionally, inviting people to slow down, connect, and stay.”
— Tori Aidala, Norris Design
Architecture Rooted in Living
This same thoughtful approach extends to the work of OPI Architects, led by Andy Berry. Known for shaping mountain environments with sensitivity to place, scale, and materiality, their work balances refinement with restraint—never over designed, always intentional.
At 1700, the residences are designed to feel expansive yet grounded. The architecture prioritizes the realities of mountain living, with generous windows, thoughtful entry sequences, mudrooms for transition, and ample storage—including features not often found in resort properties, such as walk-in pantries and dedicated dog wash areas.
In addition, a defining feature of these homes is their seamless connection to the outdoors. Great rooms flowing naturally onto expansive decks, outdoor spaces functioning as true extensions of the home.
The intentionality of the project is also evident in its scale. The first phase, the Ski Time Square Building, will include just nine residences, positioned between two significant landscape experiences: the public energy of Legends’ Lane and the private calm of the central courtyard. This limited collection is designed to foster both privacy and a sense of community and the breathtaking mountain views.
“This project has been designed with the goal of creating a home that feels expansive yet grounded, where the views lead, the materials endure, and every detail supports how people actually live.”
— Andy Berry, OPI Architects
Interiors Designed for Living Well
Inside the residences, this thoughtfulness continues. The Ranch House, often featured in Architectural Digest, brings a refined yet relaxed approach rooted in a quiet Western sensibility.
At 1700, interiors are designed to balance beauty and function. Kitchens anchor the home with statement ranges, expansive islands, and walk-in pantries. Great rooms open to terraces, extending living outward. Bedrooms feel like a private retreat, while custom millwork and layered materials create warmth and permanence.
Every decision reflects a belief that true luxury is not about excess but how seamlessly a space supports the way you live.
Built with Intention: A Legacy of Permanence
Bringing this vision to life is Hyder Construction, one of Colorado’s most respected builders of complex mountain projects. With a legacy dating back to 1946, Hyder brings both technical expertise and a culture rooted in collaboration and long-term quality.
“It’s the level of thought—materials, systems, execution that you will feel the moment you walk in.”
— Colin Stone, Hyder Construction
At 1700, Hyder’s role extends beyond construction. They are stewards of the vision, ensuring that every architectural detail is executed with precision and integrity. Equal attention will be given to both visible craftsmanship and unseen systems, ensuring the homes perform as beautifully as they look for decades to come.
A Place Meant to Be Lived In
Across every discipline, what emerges is a shared commitment to intentionality. Every detail has been considered, from how the building meets the ground to how light moves through a space over the course of a day.
It lives in how the community comes together, how neighbors connect, and how life unfolds over time. As Kerry Shea understands through his experience in Steamboat, the success of a place lies not only in its design, but in how it is lived.
“We’re creating a home; a place where family, friends, and guests feel welcomed, comfortable, and embraced by community, inside and out.”
— Kerry Shea, Storied Places
In the end, 1700 Ski Time Square is not defined by any one element, but by the collective expertise behind it—a team of architects, planners, builders, designers, and visionaries, each contributing to a shared outcome.
A place shaped not by excess, but by intention; not by trends, but how people truly live. And ultimately, a place that will feel as though it has always belonged here.
