For Hanna Sloan, PE and chief operating officer at Sloan Construction, there is a certain magic that comes with renovating a home to position it for long-term sustainability and success. This is particularly true in a recent remodel—a North Boulder foothills oasis—undertaken by Sloan Construction as part of its Sloan Development division.
“While the majority of our projects are client-based, it’s been our intention to grow the residential development side of our business,” says Hanna. “Taking a home that has been loved for its first 50 years and rebuilding it for the next number of decades is very rewarding. It’s been very exciting seeing our vision for this house come together.”
Hanna and Dave Sloan, the company’s founder and president, first “got the bug” for pursuing their own renovation projects after deconstructing and rebuilding their 1961 Boulder home two years ago and completing another remodel across the street in Pine Brook Hills in spring 2022. The pair purchased the home for this project in November 2022 and dove into the process of bringing out the abode’s full potential.
Dave notes that the project ended up entailing a complete remodel “down to the studs” due to the substantial, sometimes unexpected structural work that was required.
“That’s the challenge and the fun with remodels, you never know what you’re going to get,” Dave says.
“It’s exciting for us to take on a project and peel back the layers so we can get a good look at what’s necessary to make it a great home. You have to be nimble and able to pivot in your approach or building techniques and not be intimidated by the surprises,” says Hanna.
The end result is a home characterized by a clean, open design that honors the surrounding natural beauty and takes advantage of its spectacular perch. Warmth and welcome permeate throughout with both overarching and minute design choices that help the indoors and outdoors harmonize beautifully.
“The trees on this property help create a feeling of privacy while still allowing for amazing natural light,” says Dave.
“From many vantage points, it feels like you are in a treehouse,” Hanna says.
This luminous feel is exemplified in the main level, which has been opened up into a lofty connected space that maximizes the square footage and the phenomenal views. The open living room includes a sliding and pivoting panoramic door leading to a wraparound deck. A Belgian wood-burning stove and breakfast nook exude coziness while the formal dining room features yet another set of panoramic doors with trapezoid windows above. This space is separated from the family room by a set of beautiful built-in cabinets and flanked by the spacious kitchen complete with a 14-foot island and stunning views.
The purposeful additions of larger windows likewise illuminate the primary suite, which now features expansive picture windows that allow for gorgeous sunrise and moonrise views, as well as an expansive walk-in closet. The primary bathroom is elevated by its luxurious layout and details, including in-floor heat, a large shower and a double vanity with custom, locally-made cabinets.
When turning to the home’s lower level, the Sloan team aimed to improve its livability and allow for it to function as a stand-alone space. This meant adding an exterior door to be used as its own entrance, constructing a wet bar adjacent to a flex space, creating a bright office space with views peeking into the valley and a host of additional functional details.
The Sloan team likewise ensured that the home personified its signature standards for thoughtful, energy-efficient design and function. The home includes new insulation throughout as well as new doors and windows, new siding and air barriers, new solar, and new mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems.
“Given the extent of this remodel, this is essentially a new home,” says Hanna, “and one that is set up for success for the next 50-plus years.”
Currently on the market:
2315 Linden Drive | Boulder
4 BD | 3.5 BA | 3,192 SF
$3.5M