Gold: The Little NellSubmitted by First Finish Inc. The Little Nell, an internationally known Aspen destination, is a high-profile property where 65% of its clientele are repeat customers. In 2009, Aspen’s only five-star/five-diamond ski-in/ski-out resort underwent major renovations, the first since opening in 1989.
The 95,000-sq-ft, $20-million renovation offered the project team a number of challenges, including its remote location, tight site and pre-existing building conditions. Once building materials reached The Little Nell, getting them up to the proper floors was yet another challenge. After the initial site survey of the property, the project team determined that larger items such as door assemblies, millwork components and drywall would not fit into elevators.