Hayes House

Mountain Modern with Historic Victorian Form | Duplex

Aspen, Colorado | West End

A Historic Aspen Landmark Reimagined

Located on Bleeker Street in Aspen’s prestigious West End, the Hayes House is a stunning restoration and addition project that preserves its storied past while embracing modern mountain living. Originally a historic miner’s cabin, this home has undergone multiple transformations—many led by the Hayes family, longtime Aspen residents and Hall of Fame inductees. Today, Z Group Architecture & Interior Design embarks on a thoughtful revival, honoring the home’s Victorian heritage while introducing a sophisticated, contemporary addition.

Preserving History with Precision

The renovation process is deeply rooted in authenticity, guided by historic photographs and insights from longtime Aspen locals. Every detail is designed to reflect the home’s original character, with careful adherence to Historic Preservation Commission approvals.

In a remarkable feat of engineering, the historic cabin was raised and moved on rails to allow for full basement excavation—ensuring that every possible square foot is optimized while preserving the integrity of the original structure. Once completed, the cabin will be repositioned over the new basement, maintaining its standalone presence, a rare achievement in Aspen’s historic restoration landscape.

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An Architectural Rarity: A Home in Two Acts

From the street, the Hayes House appears as two separate residences, despite sharing the same small lot.

Unit A: The Historic Cabin Restoration preserves the cabin’s freestanding charm. Inside, the formerly segmented layout has been transformed into an open, flowing space, where a once-hidden kitchen now serves as the heart of the home—a space designed for modern living and entertaining.
Unit B: The Modern Addition follows an “upside-down” design concept, with private bedrooms on the main level and living, dining, and kitchen areas soaring above, framed by vaulted ceilings and expansive windows that capture Aspen’s breathtaking scenery.

A Thoughtful Balance of Past and Present

The Hayes House is more than a renovation—it is a deliberate and delicate fusion of Aspen’s architectural past with the sophistication of modern mountain design. By restoring a beloved historic landmark while seamlessly integrating a refined, contemporary addition, Z Group Architecture & Interior Design has created a home that respects its history, enhances functionality, and elevates the way its residents experience Aspen’s unparalleled beauty.

SPECS

2 Unit Duplex on 0.138 acres

Unit A (historic cabin renovation)

1 story with full basement

open floor plan2,147 square feet

2 bedrooms and bunk room

2 bathrooms / 2 powder rooms

entertainment room

2 car tandem garage

on-grade outdoor space / deck / patio

traditional pitched roof

Unit B (addition)