Equestrian Steel Buildings in Larkspur, Colorado

Part of Tazi Ranch, a 135-acre parcel that secured Colorado Homes & Lifestyles Magazine’s 2017 “Home of the Year” nod and a feature in its pages, the part-riding arena, the part-equestrian facility is comprised of (3) steel buildings varying in size and purpose. The first stands 94.42’x170.67’x20 while its standing-seam roof has a 5:12 pitch, while the second building stands 15.75’x170.67’x7.36’, and its standing-seam roof boasts a 3:12 pitch. The third and final equestrian building stands 26.5’x39’x16, once fully erect, and its metal, standing-seam roof offers a 0:12 pitch.

Distributed throughout the (3) buildings are (7) overhead door openings ranging in size from 12’x14’ to 19’x14’, and (22) windows ranging in size from 2’x4’ to 15’x5’ that allow for ample natural sunlight inside. Designed with the varying temperatures and unpredictable climate of the Larkspur area in mind, the equestrian complex features insulation within its roof and walls, which enhances comfort for horses and riders while lowering energy bills associated with the property considerably. Steps were also taken during the construction process to accommodate snow drifts onto smaller structures.

Additional accommodations include glass bifold hangar doors, Corten wall panels, valley gutters, and custom Douglas fir kickboards circling the perimeter of the riding arena. The main building also boasts a purlin-supported monitor without sheeting, and the interior of the complex has minimized flanges to achieve the interior aesthetic desired by the client. The roofs of the complex feature 3.5’ eave and gable extensions, and all framing members were delivered unprimed and then clear-coated onsite to create the rustic black finish the client desired.