We began the project in 2002 with a simple idea: We wanted to bring the Cooking Light lifestyle to life and pioneer an intellligent way to incorporate healthy living into every aspect of every day. The result is a warm and inviting home that is environmentally friendly in its design, construction, and landscape. From the building materials to the furnishings, every aspect of the Fit House is dedicated to encouraging a healthy lifestyle—this is a home where you can eat smart, be fit, and live well.

What exactly makes a Fit House 'fit?'

The Fit House design creates a kitchen comfortable for cooking and conversation, dedicates an area for regular exercise, and provides for improved air and water quality.

By incorporating organization, simplicity, and light into its design, the Fit House is a comfortable and tranquil retreat for de-stressing, resting, and relaxing.

Environmentally "fit," the Fit House utilizes earth-friendly design, construction, building products, and landscape techniques.

2004 Fit House Details
The third annual Fit House project—and our first west of the Mississippi—is in the Denver suburb of Castle Rock, Colorado. Look for the complete story online and in the magazine in August.

Location: Castle Rock, Colorado
Development: Excavera by Terrabrook
Builder: Caribou Custom Homes
Designer: Ken Pieper and Associates
Fit House Opening: June-September 2004

Directions to Fit House:
The Fit House is located in Castle Rock, Colorado, between Denver and Colorado Springs.

Take I-25 to Founders Parkway (exit 184).
Drive East four miles.
Escavera is located off of Founders Parkway ¼ mile north of Highway 86.
Turn west on Black Pine Drive.
Travel about ½ mile and turn right onto Saddleback Drive.
House is 2848 Saddleback Drive.
Parking is available in the community of Escavera

Special home features: Tranquility water wall, wine celler, media room, outdoor kitchen, exercise room with retractable glass wall to outside, outdoor fire pit near hot tub area, and a pet care station.

Fit House Happenings

July 21: Fit House breaks ground.
August 15: Windows, roofing, and exterior veneer
September 15: HVAC, plumbing, security, Smart House, and insulation
October 15: Paint
December 1: Cabinets, major appliciances, counter tops, light fixtures, and ceiling fans
December 31: Furniture, dinnerware, accessories, window treatments, exercise equipment, and decking
February 10: Cookware, cutlery, clean water system, lawn care, grills, outdoor furniture, flooring, organization systems, portable vacuum cleaners and plants
June: Fit Tour opens
August: Fit House section appear online and in the magazine