b'TEXTURESThat escape begins with The Sanctuarys setting amid abundant mature pines, a result of Bluejack Nationals long-standing dedication to protecting its land. As many trees as possible will be spared during grading and construction to retain the feeling of a true sanctuary. In turn, that feeling is enhanced by the spas design, particularly by the way it will open onto the setting and invite in natural daylight.The facilitys architect, Mike Marsh of Marsh & Associates, says, Its such a beautiful setting, so were building in lots of big windows. That, along with light interior colors, will give the spa a contemporary, modern feel that works well with the rustic exterior.Marsh elaborates: Outside, were using a mixture of Telluride stone and recycled barn wood.Architect Mike Marsh is designing the building with big windows and a light interior color palette to provide "a modern This way were getting the building to feel inte- feel that works well with the rustic exterior."grated with the sitenot to dominate it.Kristin also likes to talk about the spas materialsgathering spot thats an adult-oriented alternative in terms of textures Stone, wood, ironto me,to the festive vibe of The Fort.thats classic. A look and feel thats comfortable,Inside, in addition to a quartet of treatment relaxing, yet timeless. rooms, theres a substantial fitness center, mens Another nice materials touch: a copper whirl- and womens lounges each with their own saunas, pool and a copper cold plunge. We like the feela juice bar with a full kitchen, and Mollys Caf, of copper, says Marsh, the way it fits in with thenamed for Andy and Kristin Mitchells 12-year-old rocky exterior and the rustic barn wood. daughter, who has been very much a part of the process, says Kristin. She has an eye for style SPA+ and programming.This being Bluejack, its no surprise that TheThe Sanctuarys salon will offer services to Sanctuary is much more than a spa. Yes, ofwomen and men alikehair, nails, mani-pedicourse it will offer a full slate of soothing beautybut it is flexibly designed so that it can also serve treatments, massage, and bodywork. But Theas a multifunctional event space for weddings and Sanctuary is also a place for community, aother gatherings.bluejacknational.com 31'