Peak Resorts Inc. operator of Mad River Mountain, has finalized the design plans with Thomas & Marker Construction Co. Inc. on a new $6.5 million base lodge for the ski resort.
These artist renderings show the front entrance of the new lodge for Mad River Mountain Ski Resort, top, and the view patrons will be treated to this view as they ski and snowboard next season, bottom. (ARTIST RENDERINGS | THOMAS & MARKER) |
The new facility will be an immense two-level, 46,000-square-foot structure, nearly double the size of the old lodge destroyed by fire in September.
Two other base area buildings housing administrative offices, ski school programs and a locker room will be removed to accommodate for the new lodge.
The new facility will include fireplaces on both levels; a dining area with seating for more than 800 guests; a second floor bar with seating for more than 300; and a completely redesigned food and beverage operation focused on increased offerings.
Administrative offices, ski school and ski patrol operations now will be housed in the lodge. Only the ski and snowboard rental facility will remain untouched at the base of the ski resort.
“Our recent experiences at other properties with modernizing and redeveloping our base area facilities has been very positive,” stated Jason Boyd of Peak Resorts. “Through consolidating most skier services into a single large structure focused on efficiencies, the guest experience is greatly enhanced.
“This new base lodge will be an exciting addition at Mad River Mountain allowing for better views of the ski slopes, increased seating throughout, elevator access to the second level and spacious outdoor seating opportunities.”
The new lodge will feature some familiar characteristics of the old facility, which had unique charm widely popular among guests and locals, officials said.
It will feature a large cathedral-style ceiling with open beams on the second floor, along with signature stained glass windows paying homage to the iconic design of the former Loft Bar.
“It was important to rebuild and improve upon the lodge while also maintaining some of the characteristics that made the Loft special,” added Mr. Boyd.
Randy Marker of T&M said, “We have built a strong relationship with Peak Resorts through the process of designing and constructing the temporary lodge, and we are honored to be their partners on the design and construction of the new, permanent lodge.
“Although the cause of the need for a new building was a tragic fire, as with all change, comes opportunity to make something even greater and revitalize this iconic Logan County attraction.”
Work is under way to remove temporary structures used for the past season. Construction of the new lodge is slated to begin in May with a goal of completion by Nov. 1.
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