Colorado Old Towns for the Whole Family
How about some old-fashioned holiday charm, cheer and fun for the whole family? With something for every age and interest, the metro area’s many quaint old-town downtowns make ideal whole or half-day holiday-season destinations, especially for visiting out-of-town family and friends. No matter where you where you live, there’s a walkable “Main Street” near you. From Golden to Longmont, Morrison to Fort Collins, and Parker to Boulder, you’ll find a warm welcome and amazing small town charm. Check out the free community events, locally owned coffee roasters and restaurants, walking tours, art galleries, vintage and antique stores, and quirky, one-of-a-kind[...]
Coffee on Deck: I Take Mine with Honey
One of the nice little perks of my work is good, and frequent, coffee. Whatever time it is when I go to a perspective client’s home to consult with them about our custom decks and outdoor additions, whether it’s morning, afternoon, or evening, I’m often welcomed with an offer of coffee. This is never a problem, as I really enjoy the brew. I have memories going all the way back to early childhood of going to my grandparents’ home for a weekend breakfast or brunch, and bring served “coffee milk” made with coffee, sugar, and milk, while the adults drank[...]
Picture This! Contest Winners
We would like to thank everyone who submitted pictures for the Picture This! contest. This year we saw increased participation, and love seeing you love your deck. This year we helped nearly a hundred people design and build their dream outdoor living space. It is with humble thanks that we thank you all for choosing DeckTec and allowing us to work on your beautiful homes. We hope we’ve enhanced your outdoor living, and that your outdoor room will create lasting memories with friends and family for years to come. The DeckTec Team First Place Winner: Jackie Friesth [...]
Dave Hall: All in the Family
If he were alive today, Rod Hall might hardly recognize the small, one-man wholesale barbecue distribution company he started in Denver in 1968 under his own name. Now called Colorado Comfort Products, and under the leadership his son Dave since 1978, the family business has expanded into the high-end retail market with barbecues as well as fire pits and tables, outdoor heating systems, ornamental fire features and more. The entire product line, Dave said, is manufactured in the United States and Canada, with nothing from overseas. “We’re a three-generation business,” Dave said proudly. “I enjoy working with my family, number[...]
Colorado: Lucky Us
You may have noticed that the secret’s out – Colorado’s an amazing place to visit, and for an increasing number of people from all over the country, an ideal place to live. Who can blame these folks for appreciating what we Coloradans have been enjoying all these years? There’s the breathtaking scenery, a growing professional arts and music scene, and world-class culinary delights. Our state, and the metro area in particular, are on the short list of top destinations, and with this comes gains as well as some inevitable growing pains. Denver commerce is moving full steam ahead and shows[...]
