A Brief History of Whistler
It was fishing that drew the first tourists to Whistler and it soon became the most popular summer destination west of the Rockies. In 1960 a group of Vancouver businessmen developed an alpine ski area on London Mountain in unfulfilled hopes of hosting the 1968 Olympic Games. London Mountain was renamed Whistler Mountain, in honor of a local alpine marmot who "whistles" when it communicates. It opened to the public in 1966, boasting the biggest vertical drop in North America. Blakcomb Mountain opened in 1980 and Whistler Village sprung up between the two. The Peak 2 Peak Gondola, which spans the distance between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, broke three world records including the longest unsupported span, the highest lift of its kind and the longest continuous lift system on the globe when it was completed in 2008. In 2010 Whistler proudly hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
It was fishing that drew the first tourists to Whistler and it soon became the most popular summer destination west of the Rockies. In 1960 a group of Vancouver businessmen developed an alpine ski area on London Mountain in unfulfilled hopes of hosting the 1968 Olympic Games. London Mountain was renamed Whistler Mountain, in honor of a local alpine marmot who "whistles" when it communicates. It opened to the public in 1966, boasting the biggest vertical drop in North America. Blakcomb Mountain opened in 1980 and Whistler Village sprung up between the two. The Peak 2 Peak Gondola, which spans the distance between Whistler and Blackcomb Mountains, broke three world records including the longest unsupported span, the highest lift of its kind and the longest continuous lift system on the globe when it was completed in 2008. In 2010 Whistler proudly hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
Some of Whistler's most luxurious interiors...
The design aesthetic often found in Whistler is one of rustic sophistication.
Reclaimed hand hewn beams add a unique warmth and sense of history that only old reclaimed wood can bring. I can only dream of hanging out in a kitchen such as this after a long day of skiing.
The wood beams lend a robust, warm and honest feel to this home.
Log homes can be found nestled amongst the evergeens.
There is an abundance of natural materlals such as wood and stone.
Most remain true to the spirit on their natural settings.
This home is proof that rustic and modern design elements can coexist beautifully.
Hand hewn beams and timber are best used in a nonstructural decorative design. The Victorian mirror above the bed adds that element of surprise.
Inside is a visual symphony of stone and wood that carries from the exterior into the warm and inviting interiors. Together with exquisite interior detailing, it gives the homes an air of timelessness and elegance.
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