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1. Design | Build | Maintain | Nursery & Floral | Property Management

3. “Form follows function - that has been misunderstood. Form
and function should be one, joined in a spiritual union.”
-Frank Lloyd Wright

4. Property Management
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Nursery & Floral
Neils Lunceford, Inc. has been providing high
quality landscape design and construction
services to the Colorado High Country for three
decades. Based on the philosophy that research
and knowledge lead to superior solutions, Neils
Lunceford has been studying the effects of high
altitude conditions on landscape plants and
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materials for over 30 years.
Established in 1980, Neils Lunceford has been
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exceeding client's expectations through
designing, developing and maintaining
landscapes throughout Summit, Eagle, Grand,
Routte, and Garfield Counties. Based in
Silverthorne we have completed work reaching
from Breckenridge to Vail, Aspen, Steamboat,
Granby and Winter Park. We have been able to
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develop the experience and expertise to
successfully complete any residential or
commercial landscape project.
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Neils Lunceford is a full service landscape design,
build and maintenance company including over
8 acres of nursery space in our Silverthorne,
Farmer's Corner and Granby locations. With our
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staff of Landscape Architects, Landscape,
Irrigation and Construction Professionals,
Maintenance Experts and Horticulturists
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specializing in High Altitude plant material, we are
able to bring life to any landscape.

6. The Neils Lunceford Design Team has built it’s
reputation on providing high-quality, creative
design solutions for it’s clients. Landscape design
in Colorado's high country can be challenging,
but it also presents special opportunities. Our
Design Team knows the proper balance between
creativity and site-planning is essential when
designing long-lasting landscapes. Our
Landscape Architects strive to create distinctive
products for each of our clients, while exceeding
their expectations throughout the process. They
work diligently to realize our clients' visions now
and ensure their satisfaction into the future.
Scope of Services
Landscape Design
- Single family
- Commercial
- Municipal
- Planting plans
- Water features
- Spas and hot tubs
- Decks
- Rock features
- Planting walls
Site Planning
- Building orientation
- Vehicular and pedestrian circulation
- Plazas, patios and other outdoor spaces
Presentation Drawings
- Plans, sections and perspectives
Site Consultations
High Altitude Planting Knowledge
LEED Accredited
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Outdoor Rooms
3D Modeling
Design
Fireplaces and Custom Barbeque Grills

9. The Neils Lunceford Implementation Team has
been building landscapes for residential and
commercial clients in the Colorado Rocky
Mountains for over 30 years. We are committed to
creating quality landscapes for our clients and
exceeding their expectations at each step of the
construction process.
It's not easy constructing landscapes in the High
Country, with steep building sites, poor soil quality
and specific snow storage requirements. Our
Implementation Team has the experience and
knowledge to offer our clients creative and
thoughtful solutions for every challenge
presented. We help our clients select plants that
will thrive in their gardens, despite the harsh
climates. Our professional landscape and
irrigation installation teams will help you create
colorful, lush and beautiful gardens.
At Neils Lunceford, we look forward to assisting
you with your project, whether you're creating a
landscape for your newly constructed home or
remodeling an existing one. Our goal is to
enhance your property with a landscape that will
give you long-lasting value and pleasure.
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Scope of Services
Landscape Build
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- Tree, Shrub, and Perennial Planting
- Retaining Walls
- Patios and Walkways
- Water Features
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- Grading and Drainage
- Seeding/ Sodding
- Irrigation Design and Installation
- Garden and Site Features
- Landscape Lighting

10. Once we design and build a landscape, Neils
Lunceford will also care for it. The Neils Lunceford
Maintenance Department is responsible for
preserving and enhancing the beauty of the
residential and commercial landscapes we
construct. Our experienced staff works to protect
and augment landscapes as the plants grow and
mature.
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Each spring, our Maintenance Team prepares
properties to ensure a healthy growing season. In
the autumn, we protect your landscape for the
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long winter ahead. After the time, effort and cost
of planning and building a landscape you love,
you should protect your investment. Our
experienced and reliable maintenance team will
ensure that your landscape and gardens are
always at their best.
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Scope of Services
Landscape Maintenance
- Turf Fertilization
- Tree and Shrub Pruning
- Deep Root Fertilization
- Mowing and Weedeating
- Weed and Pest Control
- Winterization of Evergreens
- Lawn Aeration
- Planting Bed Re-Mulching
- Irrigation Systems Service
- Grass and Wildflower Seeding

13. When it comes to your high-altitude gardening
needs, Neils Lunceford Nursery has it all. We carry
more than 400 plant species, selected to thrive in
Summit County gardens and landscapes. Come
to our nursery center in Silverthorne to browse
through our large selection of annuals, perennials,
shrubs and trees. Whether you're looking to
xeriscape or create a colorful butterfly garden,
our friendly and professional nursery staff can help
you select the right plants for your gardening
needs.
Let Neils Lunceford Floral help you express your
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style with ease and grace. Whether you want
bouquets or topiaries, centerpieces or a stunning
alter arrangement, our expertise will make your
Nursery & Floral
experience both beautiful and enjoyable. Our
exquisite designs vary from traditional to
contemporary. We work with you to find flowers
and plants that fit your personality and event.
From birthdays to banquets, communions to
weddings, memorials to special events, we'll fulfill
your requirements with flair. Delivery is available
throughout the high country.
Our Indoor plant department boasts a large
assortment of tropical and flowering plants. We
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have succulents, tropical plants, and high and low
light plants to suit your lifestyle. In conjunction with
our property management department, we can
decorate your house with plants and then care for
them while you are away. We'll bring fresh cut
flowers to your house before you arrive in town for
your visit. Try our sunshine vase exchange
program. No matter how large or small your need,
we will rise to the occasion.
Scope of Services
Nursery
- Consultation on High Altitude Gardening
- Over 400 Select Plant Species
- Custom Annual Color Bowls
- Bulk and Bagged Planting Mix and Mulch
- Seed Mixes Designed for the High Country
- Display Garden and Sample Plants
- Irrigation Supplies
- Hardgoods
- Free Informational Handouts
- Knowledgeable, Friendly Staff

15. Property Management
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Allow us to take the stress out of your time away
from your mountain retreat by overseeing the
care of your home. Our staff has over 30 years of
experience in the high country. You can be
confident your home is in good hands. Give us a
call today for a free site visit and estimate!
Scope of Services
Property Management
- Security Checks: Weekly home visits to regulate
thermostat settings, alarm systems, locked doors
and windows, utilities, appliances and other
amenities, potential water, plumbing and
freezing issues and overall home security.
- 24hr service for security system emergencies
(burglar alarms, low heat alarms, etc.)
- Domestic Cleaning on schedule or as needed.
- Hot tub chemical regulation and cleaning.
- Stocking your home with whatever you need
for your visit (fire wood, groceries, ski passes, etc.)
- Guest meetings and home walk through with
your family and friends who are not familiar with
your mountain home or Summit County.
- Pre and Post Storm watch service.
- Small home repairs.
- Subcontracting Coordination for Larger Repairs
- Residential Snow Removal
- Seasonal Décor Setup
- Shipping and Delivery Service
- Other services as requested

16. Cascading waterfalls, reflections of the mountain
range, and the serene movement of fish in clear
water are just a few of the amenities of this private
residence’s water features. Building a series of
ponds and waterfalls requires suitable design,
quality components and technique, and a team
committed to precision in installation. Water
features placed purposefully in a landscape
provide a dynamic element to what is usually a
static design. They provide a sense of calm and
tranquility in the landscape. Our team
accomplished this by amplifying nature and using
innovative methods in both design and
construction, while respecting the environment
and its natural contributions to the designed
landscape.
Rushing down the flanks of Ptarmigan Mountain
and through the meadow, two cascading
waterfalls greet the visitor upon arrival to the
Private Residence - Summit County. CO
residence. Lined by aspens, evergreens and
flowering shrubs, the upper streams mimic the wild
and untamed nature of many of the nearby
natural mountain streams. The organic series of
water features were designed to bring native
elements adjacent to outdoor living areas. In
accordance with GreenCO BMPs, a recirculating
system of water was used to prevent stagnant
water and algae build-up. In addition, the
aeration of the system is wind-powered by an
on-site windmill. The implementation team faced
the construction challenge of involving live water
from an adjacent stream to feed the water
features and irrigation system. The team visually
coupled the two sources of water seamlessly into
one, harmonious body of water. The
accomplishment of three ponds, three multi-level
cascading waterfalls and two meandering
moss-rock streams provide an overall sense of
place that reflects the natural landscape of the
Rocky Mountain region.

22. As one approaches the main entrance of this
mountain home, trickling water is heard weeping
from a wall into a small natural pond located in
the front yard. The pond spills into a flowing stream
with boulder drops that meander under the stone
residence hallway, which connects the master
bedroom with the main home. The stream then
flows into a large natural pond overlooking the
Gore Mountain Range. The views from the
backyard are breathtaking. A large gathering
space located on the edge of the pond
incorporates a rustic stone fire pit. From the fire pit
area, you can see the mountain range reflected
in a nearby pond. Water from another mountain
stream rushes around you, flowing into the pond
near the base of the fire pit.
To achieve the natural look of streams and ponds
in this high altitude environment, our team utilized
careful site design, specialized construction
Private Residence - Summit County. CO
techniques, and quality components. By using
the proper GreenCO best management
practices and minimizing damage on the existing
landscape, we were able to meet the design
intent of the client without sacrificing the
surrounding landscape. Special care was given to
preserve native grasses and aspen stands within
the landscape.
By designing a custom re-circulating pump
system, water is deliberately collected and
pumped to the heads of both streams to prevent
algae build-up and create active natural filtration
within the ponds. The traffic noise from State
Highway 9, heard in the distance, is completely
eliminated in the back yard when both streams
are flowing at full capacity. Blending the
aesthetics of two ponds and two multi-level
cascading waterfalls with a waterfall running
underneath the residence further enhanced the
stunning natural beauty of this Rocky Mountain
home.

28. As you wrap around the corner of East Vail Valley
Drive, you are welcomed to Manor Vail Lodge by
a colorful perennial garden surrounding an
engraved stone entrance monument. The lodge is
located at the base of Golden Peak at Vail
Mountain. When you enter through the gates, a
beautiful large park comes into view. The sound of
water flowing within Gore Creek travels
throughout the courtyard landscape and
compliments the peaceful aesthetics of the well
kept grounds. The design objective given by the
owner was to build a usable open space park that
is reminiscent of a garden befitting a stately
Manor House. However, this is not just any park; it
is unique because most of the open space is
actually a large roof garden. It was built on top of
a parking structure located in the center of the
Manor Vail Lodge building complex.
Topsoil depths ranged from 8 inches to 4 feet and
were transported and installed on site to create
the growing media of the park above the
concrete structure. Native ornamental shrubs and
perennial beds enclose and protect the large
open lawn area designed for outdoor events. A
public heated paver pathway runs through the
central park and makes its way under a large
arched breezeway. The pathway then connects
to the regional bike trail along Gore Creek.
Outdoor pools and sport amenities were also
incorporated in the overall design.
GreenCO's Best Management Practices were
implemented with high altitude specific planting
Manor Vail - Vail. CO
design, the use of xeric plants and turf, and the
protection of large native trees on site throughout
the landscape construction process. The existing
irrigation was modified to include drip irrigation to
every planted tree and shrub for proper irrigation
efficiency. A big challenge was balancing plant
needs for water versus the drainage systems
installed by others over the roof portion of the
garden. After design and installation, the final
landscape is an elegant space that is in
harmony with the local Vail Valley climate.

34. As a collaborative endeavor by the local
municipality, several private businesses, and
countless volunteers, Silvana's Community Garden
in Silverthorne, CO is truly the result of a team
effort. The garden is a place where education,
expression, and community are fostered through
the development of this communal amenity.
Strategically located next to the Recreation
Center and Rainbow Park, the community garden
sits on a ¼ acre of town owned land. Our
company was instrumental in the design, layout,
and implementation of this public space.
USDA research shows that the average distance a
vegetable travels from the fields to the dinner
table is 1,500 miles. By letting children assist in the
Silvana's Community Garden - Silverthorne, CO
community garden they gain a sense of the time
and energy required to grow their own food, and
the sense of accomplishment that comes with it.
A children's specific garden was constructed for
this purpose. There were also plots dedicated to
the local 4H club, Girl Scout Troop, and the
Hispanic "La Vida Sana" group of mothers through
the Summit Prevention Alliance.
From concept to reality, our team of designers
and installers were the backbone behind Silvana's
Community Garden. We stressed the importance
of establishing a good base of plant mix and
organics to successfully grow vegetables at 8,700'
elevation. An easily accessible system of both
raised planting beds and in-ground plots was the
end product. While relatively new to the
community, the garden has already provided a
healthy, inexpensive source for food for area
families. In its first year, public interest was so high
that 30 beds were granted, with over 25 people
on the waiting list. The community garden has
allowed people to be closer to nature, and
allowed them to interact with each other in a
socially meaningful and physically productive
way.

40. The use of annuals in wildflowers, planters, and
borders adds a layer of festivity to the majestic
mountain setting of the Running W Ranch. Finding
summer long color in high altitude gardening is a
marvel on its own. The long winters, unpredictable
weather, and the harsh effects of 9,000 plus feet
create a challenge for all flora. Neils Lunceford
has put more than thirty years into developing a
wildflower mix that will flourish at High Altitude in
the rocky native soils. The seed mix used along the
driveway is an exclusive blend called the Summit
County Annual Mix. This mixture of cold hardy
annual seeds has evolved along with the
company season after season as we strive
towards a perfect blend of colors to last the
summer.
One of the owner's main objectives was to have
their guest greeted by an abundance of color.
The main entrance of the residence is punctuated
with various planters overflowing with colorful
annuals such as bidens, Marguerite daisies, wave
petunias, and lobelia. The colors used in the
planters are complimentary to the more loose
display of wildflowers surrounding their feet.
In contrast to the main entrance with broad
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sweeps of color, the patio area utilizes smaller
splashes of color. In order to achieve an air of
relaxation without losing color, we designed and
installed narrow color borders, smaller baskets and
planters, and fewer wildflowers. The border
plantings of yarrow, daisies, California Poppies,
and others soften the transition between the patio
and the building using a mixture of annuals and
perennials for maximum impact. The color palette
for the patio area focuses on different hues of red,
yellow, and blue. Color specialists feel that the
balance of these colors helps to create a
restorative environment.
The design and use of annuals for color has
helped us achieve beautiful and appropriate
settings throughout the grounds of the Running W
Ranch. Through years of experience with High
Altitude Gardens and careful attention to details
Neils Lunceford created a sophisticated color
design reflecting both celebration and relaxation.

47. Traditionally, the favorite hangouts in the home
have been the kitchen and family room. But
today, the backyard is taking over as the favorite
gathering space for cooking, entertaining and
relaxation. More homeowners are bringing all the
comforts of their indoor rooms to the outside by
creating multipurpose outdoor living spaces that
Outdoor Rooms
function as inviting extensions of their home.
A patio is an essential element to any outdoor
living space. Neils Lunceford can design and
install any shape or size patio using natural stone
or pavers. We use only the highest quality
products to construct our patios and we take
pride in our superior craftsmanship.

48. Often, our clients desire something out of the
ordinary. Neils Lunceford has a talented and
driven team available to create a unique product
for every client. Our Innovative design/build
approach is a blend of vision and talent. Our
team looks carefully at the opportunities and
constraints of each site before approaching the
design.
Neils Lunceford has been building and
maintaining water features for over twenty years.
We build crystal-clear, low maintenance water
features using natural filtration methods. Whether
creating small unique spaces that enhance the
built environment or native streams and ponds
that complement the natural landscape, Neils
Water Features
Lunceford has the experience and knowledge to
design and build.
Building functionality into landscapes is a core
value at Neils Lunceford. We address all aspects
of the existing site conditions, and have the
experience and knowledge to work with
drainage, and water flow and control.

51. Outdoor Kitchens and Fireplaces
Outdoor kitchens are quickly becoming the most
popular component of an outdoor living space.
From basic grill islands to elaborate gourmet
kitchens, Neils Lunceford will work closely with you
to design and build the perfect outdoor kitchen
for your entertaining style and needs.
A Neils Lunceford custom designed outdoor
fireplace or fire pit will provide a spectacular focal
point for your outdoor living space. Your family
and friends will enjoy gatherings in this warm and
inviting entertainment area year round. Neils
Lunceford will design unique outdoor fireplaces,
fire pits and seating areas to complete your
backyard retreat.

52. (C) Neils Lunceford 2011
Main Office
P.O. Box 2130
740 Blue River Parkway
Silverthorne, CO 80498
Phone: 970-468-0340
Fax: 970-468-6865
Granby Office
Intersection of Hwy 34 and Hwy 40
Granby CO 80446
Phone: 970-887-3977
Fax: 970-887-8907
Avon and Vail Office
P.O. Box 9206
Avon, CO 81620
www.neilslunceford.com
Text Credits:
Neils Lunceford
Photo Credits:
Dan Skinner
Scott Duffy
Jim Testin
Megan Testin
Kim Kramer
Marie Orlin
Layout:
Dan Skinner
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53. “The mountains are calling and I must go.”
-John Muir

55. Main Office
740 Blue River Parkway
Silverthorne, CO 80498
Phone: 970-468-0340
Fax: 970-468-6865
www.neilslunceford.com