colorado homes & lifestyles august 2010
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48 Site SpecificA husband-and-wife architect team build acontemporary mountain home that fits itsspectacular site and their family of five.
54 Design on the EdgeA contemporary home in Boulder pioneersthe way in environmental design.
62 Risky BusinessA fearless homeowner and her equally intrepid designer envision this Denver remodel, selected as our Home of the Year—a bold, beautiful and unexpected design.
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19 Blast from the PastWe first crowned a Home of the Year winner in 1991. Take a look at our favorite homes from years past—and bereminded of how some classic designs never go out of style.
21 The Goods: Designer Indulgences A dozen of the state’s most inspired designers reveal theproducts they just have to work into their next designs.
27 Bright IdeasToo often, lighting is an afterthought (or no thought at all)in a home’s design. Some of the state’s finest lightingdesigners help you understand how to get light right.
37 At Work With Colorado ArtistsOur great state runneth over with talented sculptors,painters and visionaries working in a multitude of media.Hear from three of Colorado’s most talented artists aboutwhat they do, how they do it—and what inspires them.
43 What the Pros Want You to KnowHow do design pros save you money? How can they helpyou wade through endless options, from fabrics to furnish-ings? And what’s at stake for homeowners who don’t call ina pro? Find out what designers and architects have to say.
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EACH YEAR WE PUBLISH A
Home of the Year in our
“Architecture & Design” issue.
The winner is a beautiful and
thoughtful space, a testament
to the vibrancy, inspiration and
spunk we find in Colorado’s
design community. And every
year, I try to fill my little col-
umn here with words that
explain why beautiful architec-
ture and design matter.
Lucky for me, after a few
minutes of writing and deleting
and writing some more, I got
an email from this year’s
Home of the Year-winning
designer, Andrea Schumacher
of O Interior Design. At the
bottom of the message, I dis-
covered this lovely quote from
Frank Lloyd Wright:
“The longer I live life, the more beautiful life becomes. If you foolishly
ignore beauty, you will soon find yourself without it. Your life will be
impoverished. But if you invest in beauty, it will remain with you all the
days of your life.”
I couldn’t agree more.
Because I never pass up a chance to wax poetic (for better or worse), I’ll
add that investing in beauty doesn’t necessarily mean spending money on
beautiful things. I think it means choosing to relish beauty where and when
you find it—in your neighbor’s newly landscaped yard or the jacket design
of your favorite book.
This issue is a celebration of that pursuit, and I hope these pages remind
you to invest in beauty. It’s a skill we all must practice, but Frank and I think
it’s well worth the effort.
Hilary Masell OswaldEditor in Chief
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B las t f rom the Past
ALL YEAR LONG, we’re
celebrating our 30th
birthday by unearthing
treasures from the CH&L
archives: rooms that
show how far Colorado
design has come, snip-
pets from stories that
we hope will make you
chuckle, and cover im-
ages that will give you
an idea of CH&L style
from the early days.
As we crown our 19th
Home of the Year, take a
peek at a few of the
spaces that inspired us in
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Home-of-the-YearWinning DesignsTHE BEST DESIGNS ARE OF-THE-MOMENTand timeless. They reflect an era, but they also haveclassic staying power.
Take our first winner, for example. Crowned in1991, it was a mountain lodge designed by DonRuggles of D.H. Ruggles & Associates. The ownerswanted a “lived-in look” that would accommodatetheir extended family. Interior designer HelenHempel found a way to blend the family’s antiquesand travel souvenirs with new pieces to give thehome the right laid-back style.
In 1995, designer Sandra Reichborn-Kjennerudtransformed her client’s Cheesman Park condo intothe perfect backdrop for his art collection, whichshowcased regional artists’ work. Fifteen years later,we still love to hear about how art inspires design.And in 2000, designer Jeff Elliott took home theprize with a clean, masculine space he created forthen-Denver Post sportswriter Adam Schefter. Thedesign harks back to an earlier era of great crafts-manship—and that never goes out of style.
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A dozen of thestate’s mostinspired designersreveal whichproducts theyjust have to work into theirnext designs.
Designer Indulgences
DALLAS LYON Lyon Design Group, Edwards, lyondesigngroup.com Original Painting by Steve Kaufman, Masters Gallery at Vail, (970) 477-0600, mastersgalleryvail.com.WHY I LOVE IT: “I was lucky enough to meetthis artist in person a couple of years ago[before he passed away in February of thisyear]. He painted in the style of Warhol andLichtenstein and has incredible paintings stillavailable at the gallery.”
MAGGI WHITMER Caroline-Edwards Interior Design,Aspen, carolineedwards.comThebes Stool by Madeline Stuart,John Brooks, Inc., (303) 698-9977, johnbrooksinc.com. WHY I LOVE IT: “I love this piecebecause it merges a splash of colorwith a unique and corky accent. It’s apiece of furniture that will really addinterest to a space.”
KRISTINA BAKER 3BY Architecture + Interiors, Denver, 3-by.com Fabric by Raoul Textiles, John Brooks, Inc., (303) 698-9977, johnbrooksinc.com.WHY I LOVE IT: “One of my favorite fabric houses is Raoul Textiles, a family-owned businessin Santa Barbara, that hand prints all of its luxu-rious patterns. I’m drawn to the fresh, vibrantcolors and beautiful craftsmanship of this partic-ular print [Pondicherry Lake, #505W80].”
VICTORIA CRAWFORD Tweed Interiors, Telluride, tweedinteriors.comWord Pendant by Alison Berger Glassworks,Kneedler-Fauchère, Denver Design District,(303) 744-7474, alisonbergerglassworks.com.WHY I LOVE IT: “I love this piece for itsuniqueness and the quality of glass—itlooks like a true piece of art.”
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KIMBERLY TIMMONS Kimberly Timmons Interiors, Denver, ktiinteriors.net Landscape Diptych 2 by Chista, John Brooks, Inc., Denver, (303) 698-9977, johnbrooksinc.com.WHY I LOVE IT: “I love the juxtaposition of theruggedness of the wood combined with theslick, clean lines of the metal base—a sculpturalart piece that will capture your attention.”
ROBYN SCOTT Robyn Scott Interiors, Basalt, rsidesigns.com Onda Felt Rug by Paola Lenti, Studio Como, Denver, (303) 296-1495, studiocomo.com. WHY I LOVE IT: “We love the look and simplicity of these felt rugs—they remind us of high-couture tailoring because they’re allhand-assembled and hand-stitched.”
CC ROCQUE Studio Frank, Telluride, studiofrank.com Custom leather applicationsWHY I LOVE IT: “For our clients in Telluride andAspen, we love to evoke the wildness and rawbeauty of those areas by using leather upholsteryon fixed items such as cabinet hardware and stairrailings. The natural material is not only soft to thetouch, but it also develops a unique patina,becoming more rich and distinctive over time.”
ANDREAGEORGOPOLIS Slifer Designs, Edwards,sliferdesigns.com Bronze “Me and Thee”Sculpture by Gail Folwell,Claggett-Rey Gallery, Vail,(970) 476-9350, claggettrey.com.WHY I LOVE IT: “By usinga unique sculpture in aspace, you introduce a spe-cial, timeless piece, whichadds character, texture anddimension to any room.”
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LYNNE BIER Home on the Range, SteamboatSprings, therangesteamboat.com Cabinet from Asia (available through the Home on theRange showroom) WHY I LOVE IT: “I love the cabinet’s‘battered’ look, the beautiful aqua onthe main body paired with the blue-gray of the doors, and the greatround hardware that contrasts withthe lines of the cabinet.”
CALLAN CHILDS Barrett Studio, Boulder,barrettstudio.com Cork Mosaic Floor by JelinekCork Group, Go Green Flooring,Boulder, (303) 440-4442,gogreenflooring.com.WHY I LOVE IT: “This tile combines the natural beauty ofcork with the durability ofgrout for unique flooring that’scompletely waterproof. Themosaic ‘penny’ style is a freshlook for cork, and would be agreat accent in a historic reno-vation, bungalow or new homelooking for a touch of whimsy.”
LIN LEE Lin Lee & Associates, CastleRock, linleeasid.com Bamboo Chair by Ironies,Kneedler-Fauchère, DDD,(303) 744-7474.WHY I LOVE IT:“This great, very comfort-able occasional chair wouldbe an exciting addition to atraditional or transitionalinterior, as well as a morecontemporary interior.”
ROBYN SHAW Tweed Interiors, Telluride, tweedinteriors.com Turquoise Luce Ikat Fabric by Madeline Weinrib, madelineweinrib.comWHY I LOVE IT: “This print makesme smile, comes in all colors(turquoise is my favorite!) and I'mdying to upholster some antiquepiece of furniture with it.”
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A house can have it all—brilliantarchitecture, beautiful interiors,a great site. But add wimpylighting to the equation, and thewhole composition falls flat. Far too often, finding the rightlighting for a home becomes an afterthought (or no thoughtat all). So we tracked down afew of the state’s finest lighting designers to show us how to get light right.
ROBERT SINGER, IALD,IES, president, RobertSinger & Associates, Aspen, (970) 963-5692, robertsingerlighting.com
LIGHTING CHALLENGE:
An effective whole-home lighting plan involves a happymarriage between interior and exterior lighting. Whenit comes to lighting your home’s exterior, it’s importantto create a point of interest outside the home, Singersays, so when you’re indoors looking out at night, youdon’t just see your home’s interior mirrored back at you.Conversely, a full-blown interior lighting plan makesyour home sparkle from the outside looking in.
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Bright IdeasTREE LIGHTING: “The tree light-ing provides sort of a twinkle,”Singer says. It also creates a dec-orative trim around the propertyand adds to the festive feel of thelawn, which sets the stage forparties. (But don’t be fooled:these lights aren’t your averageChristmas-tree variety: “It’s actu-ally a moonlighting effect thatdown-lights the trees,” Singerexplains.)
STAIR LIGHTING: Though the step lightingprevents folks from tripping down the stairs,it also visually connects the home with theoutdoor living spaces, leading guests to thepool and landscaped areas beyond. Plus, ithighlights the texture of the stone hardscape.
INTERIOR LIGHTS SHINING OUTWARD:Good interior lighting helps strike a moodoutdoors. “The incandescent quality ofthe house creates a glow coming fromthe windows,” Singer says.
POOL LIGHTING: Because ofthe dark plaster finish in thepool, Singer chose a light sourcewith a lot of punch to play upthe drama. The fountain goinginto the pool (to the right) features Dichroic-filtered LEDlights, a technology that casts abeautiful glow.
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GREGG MACKELL, IALD, founder and principal, 186 Lighting Design Group, Inc., Golden, (303) 534-5350, 186group.com
LIGHTING CHALLENGE:
When it comes to the kitchen, “task” lighting—for whatever theculinary job—is key. “All of the work surfaces must be illuminated.Once task lighting is covered, it’s time for the sexy lighting,” Mackellsays, who worked closely with interior designer Dallas Lyon of LyonDesign Group, architect Julie Spinnato of Studio Spinnato andbuilder Jeff Cohen of Cohen Construction to overhaul this BeaverCreek home. (The home’s full-blown lighting plan operates by aCrestron home lighting control system, which powers the lightsfrom dim to bright with the help of keypads with customizable set-tings—and eliminates a mess of switches.)
PENDANTS: These hanging accentlights serve the space in more waysthan one: “They’re a warm color, andwhen you have a house in the moun-tains, the more warm colors you canget, the better. They also give a nicesoft glow outward, but they’re openat the bottom, so they provide somefunctional lighting for the bar topbelow,” Mackell says.
COVE LIGHTING:“When you’re sittingin the family room[to the right of thekitchen], you havethis nice, indirectlight source thatapplies another layerof light,” Mackellsays. In short, it addsto the ambiance.
ARCHITECTURAL HIGHLIGHTING: Lighting around thedropped-ceiling element plays up the space’s bones.But it’s not just for show: “We’re making you aware thatthere’s this big floating element in the middle of thekitchen, but at the same time, we’re providing a niceambient light source.” Mackell chose square-framedpinhole lights to match the geometry of the ceiling element. (They’re also faux-painted to match the wood.)
UNDER-THE-BAR LIGHTING:These fixtures play up thedetails by bringing out the color,finish and texture of the wood-work under the bar. They alsoprovide light for the walkway inplace of overhead fixtures.
WORKSPACE LIGHTING:Lights tucked up into therange hood and to eitherside illuminate the stove-top and counter for easyfood prep.
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LIGHTING CHALLENGE:
“Here, we wanted to do somethingunconventional with the lighting tohighlight the interesting texture ofthe stone behind the shelves,”Mackell says. This custom treat-ment is functional, highlighting theshelves’ contents; decorative,adding drama to the textured stonesurface; and clean—you don’t seeany hardware, only light and drama.An approach like this one alsoshows how lighting can turn spaceinto art. Adds Mackell, “Creatingcustom lighting details can add visual interest to any space.”
Mackell used LED lightstrips behind the shelvesto light the stemwareand glasses from behind,making them shine liketiny sculptures. “Fromthat angle, we thoughtwe could use light togive texture and depthto the entire built-in. The light silhouetteswhatever you put on the shelves, and it’s amore interesting effectthan lighting somethingfrom the front.”Recessed lights above(not shown) shed lighton the countertop.
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DANIEL MCCORD, president, Colorado Concept Lighting,Wheat Ridge, (303) 234-0460, coloradoconceptlighting.com
LIGHTING CHALLENGE:
In this traditional space, McCord used lighting to soften the transition fromthe butler’s pantry to the dining room, making a narrow hallway feel moreopen and highlighting the vaulted architecture at the same time. Light alsoshowcases the objects in the cabinet and creates a functional workspace for food prep. In the adjacent dining room, layers of lighting help create a feeling of intimacy around the dining table.
OVER-THE-DINING-TABLE TASK LIGHTING:“If you were to turn ona chandelier brightenough to be able toenjoy a meal, it wouldbe glaring,” McCordsays. So he installedsome low-voltageadjustable lights over-head to do the work oflighting the table. (Thechandelier’s practicallyjust eye candy.)
OVERHEAD COVE LIGHTING: “You don’t want a hallway to feelsmall and intimate; you want it to feellike it’s roomy enough for you to walk through with a tray of food,”McCord says. So instead of usingdown-lighting, which can make aspace feel more compressed, heopted for cove lighting that highlightsthe barrel-ceiling element and castsindirect, ambient light into the area.
CHANDELIER:“I think chandeliers add something to a space by helping tie pieces together,”McCord says, who adds thatthey’re decorative, rather thanfunctional pieces. Here, a chandelier composed of rusticmaterials relates back to thelog architecture of the home.
CABINET LIGHTING:Puck lights at the roof ofthe cabinet accent thefine china and dishes.“They’re strictly a decora-tive element,” McCordsays. Under the uppercabinet, recessed lightsprovide the straightfor-ward task lighting for thecountertop. “Those arethere to provide a suffi-cient level of light to dowhat you need to do inthat area—in this case,food preparation.”
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BY HILARY MASELL OSWALD
PHOTOGRAPHY BY MARTIN CRABB
Colorado might be known for its majestic mountains and brilliant
blue skies, but we have another rich heritage to celebrate: artists.
Our great home state runneth over with talented sculptors,
painters and visionaries working in a multitude of media. I caught
up with three of Colorado’s finest working artists to chat about
what they do, how they do it and what inspires them.
Kim English KIM ENGLISH IS GETTING READY TO LEAVE HIS HOMEin the foothills for France in the morning. He’s not going there to practicehis Français or to eat some pain au chocolat, however. Instead, he’s going to cap-ture the light and life he finds there—and teach 30 art students to do thesame as part of a workshop for aspiring painters.
It’s hard to imagine a better teacher for such a trip. English has developeda body of work that captures moments in time and place. A painting mightcatch two women enjoying coffee at an outdoor café, or three friendsstrolling lazily down the street. But his compositions do more than just cap-ture the scene; they also make viewers wonder what exactly will happen next,leaving room for each of us to imagine the moment that follows and the oneafter that, until we’ve created our own stories for them.
How does he choose which moments to paint, from all of the scenes thatunfold around him every day? “The first thing that grabs me is the light, thequality of it,” he says. While hiking the Appalachian Trail after high school,English first noticed the light and the landscape—”I just kept thinking abouthow I wanted to paint it,” he remembers. He enrolled at the RockyMountain School of Art, and then set out to hone his talent. “The year I fin-ished art school, I went out and painted every day. I hardly had anything toshow for it,” he laughs. “But I learned what light does and how to portraydepth. I learned that you can’t stand [in one spot] a long time painting fromlife. Things change too much; you can’t keep up with Mother Nature. Thatyear convinced me that painting quickly and immediately is essential.”
Thirty years later, English is still painting with that same spirit of spon-taneity. He sees the world in paint, he says—an unexpected occupationalhazard of sorts. And though it seems a magical, enchanted view of the world,English is pragmatic and down-to-earth about his work. “I don’t think ofmyself as an artist,” he says. “I heard a quote once, and it fits me: ‘I am apainter striving to be an artist.’” But for those of us who enjoy his work,English’s paintings feel like art in its finest form.
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JUDY COLLINS’ STORY BEGINS WITH A BEAUTIFUL WINDOW.When she and her husband, Dale, moved into their Lakewood home morethan 30 years ago, Collins was captivated by the light that glimmeredthrough her home’s 1908 stained-glass window. “It changes with the time ofday, the seasons, the weather,” says Collins, a graphic designer by training. “Ijust wanted to work with a material that feels so alive.”
So she did. Collins enrolled in a beginner class on stained glass andlaunched a career in what she calls “architectural glass”—a term that encom-passes a variety of methods she uses to create windows, tiles, small decorativepieces, entire walls and installations that are stories tall. Her work hangs inmajor hospitals, libraries, corporate offices, public venues and private homes.Just recently, the Denver Art Museum began carrying her smaller decorativepieces in its gift shop.
No doubt, her versatility is astounding, driven by what can only beexplained as pure passion for her work.
On a bright morning in early summer, that passion is on full display.Collins zips happily around her studio, where sheets of colored glass arestacked neatly in cubicles along two walls. She describes her techniques anddesigns, points to projects in various stages of completion, and chats abouthow she raised her three children while working in the studio, which she andher husband built atop their garage. It’s no small feat to be a mom and buildthe kind of career Collins enjoys, and she admits that there were plenty ofnights when she worked until 2:00 or 3:00 in the morning while her kidswere growing up, so she could be around when they needed her.
Today, Collins is busier than ever, a testament to her work and her repu-tation. Her designs are created in intimate conversation with the site wherethey are to be placed—”I have ideas almost immediately when I see the site,”she explains—and her favorite projects, she admits, are public spaces.“People who can’t ever own that kind of art can enjoy it,” she says. “It’s freeinspiration, I hope.”
Case in point: Collins recently completed a large-scale installation at apublic library in an area of Boise, Idaho, where the community wants toreconnect with its roots. So she designed huge windows that display designmotifs inspired by the area’s natural and agricultural history: apples, fish,grains and water. She also transferred some of the archival photos stored inthe library onto the glass. The result is an installation that’s both contempo-rary art and historical document.
“I loved the finished product,” she says, smiling. But then she got a rea-son to love it even more: A boy from the community wrote her a letter to saythat he applied for a job at the library because the windows inspired him.“Can you believe it?” Collins asks. Such is the way of her work: The glass thatfeels so alive to her becomes alive for others, too.
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Or you could call an art consultant like Candice Pulliam, owner of theArt Services Company in Denver.
For more than 10 years, Pulliam has helped homeowners and businessexecutives find the art that inspires them—and adds the right finishingtouches to their homes and offices. She’s a full-service shop, offering helpwith framing, lighting, hanging, arranging and preserving art as well.
“Art transforms a place to become an extension of a person or a busi-ness,” Pulliam says. “I think people are often surprised by how much joythey get from adding art to their spaces.”
But first, they have to find the art. Pulliam is a pro at helping clientsdiscover what types of art and artists they love. “Sometimes people don’tknow what they like, or they don’t trust their own instincts,” she explains.She champions regional artists—”Colorado has a ton of talent”—andbelieves the best way to choose a piece of art is to see it in your space. “Ido a lot of schlepping,” she laughs.
Best of all, Pulliam doesn’t charge homeowners or corporate clientswho are looking to buy art; she’s paid by the gallery when her clientmakes a purchase. Clients looking for help with framing, lighting, arrangingand hanging art can expect to pay an hourly rate.
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RON HICKS TRIED TO BE PRACTICAL.For years before his oil paintings finally led him to a full-timecareer as an artist, he painted and drew while holding downother jobs: designing pens and balloons for an agency thatsold novelty items; working as an art director at Oil and GasInvestor magazine; creating designs for parkas. “Not what you’dcall inspiring work,” he laughs. All the while, he drew andpainted, not entirely sure that he’d ever find a way to make aliving as an artist.
Hicks grew up with a proclivity for art—a prolific doodleras a boy, he admits that his desks in school were fully “deco-rated” by the end of each school year. After high school, heenrolled on scholarship at the Columbus College of Art andDesign in Ohio and chose illustration as his major—“my firstattempt at being practical,” he shrugs. His second attemptcame a few years later, when he moved to Denver and gradu-ated from the Colorado Institute of Art with a degree inadvertising. Then came the sequence of jobs that paid thebills but didn’t quite satisfy his creative soul.
Eventually he met renowned Colorado artist Quang Ho,who was teaching painting classes at the Art Students Leagueof Denver. Hicks enrolled. “Quang gave me a new way to think about painting,” Hicks says. “It’s less about transferringinformation and more about how I can interpret that information. What can I say about it? If I try to say every-thing, I say nothing. I have to choose what to communicate through my work.”
Hicks began painting more frequently, sharing studio space with a friend. He took a job in management atPrimeStar, a broadcast satellite company, so he worked during the day and painted at night. “One day, [two friends]and I decided we’d put on a real humdinger of a show,” he laughs. In a space on 12th and Delaware in Denver—nowoccupied by Gallery 1261—the three artists “served up the finest mustard pretzels money can buy” and exhibitedtheir work. Their opening night reception happened to be the same night as Denver’s Parade of Lights, and theparade’s staging area was right in front of the gallery space. “If you wanted to get in, you had to fight through a seaof elves,” Hicks remembers. But he sold all of his work.
What followed were a series of shows, each gallery more renowned than the last, each exhibit more successfulthan the one before it. With every success, friends and gallery owners encouraged Hicks to quit his day job. “But Ireally liked a regular paycheck,” he says. Finally, a local gallery made him an offer: an investor would buy four paint-ings a month, and the gallery would buy another four. “It was enough for me to say, ‘Okay, if I’m ever going to be anartist full-time, this is my chance,’” Hicks says.
Twelve years later, Hicks relishes his work. He now paints in a studio behind his Denver home, where he findsthat his inspiration runs deep: “It’s more than the subject matter for me,” he says. “I’m inspired by people and theirinteractions, but I love to think about the dialogue between shape, value, edges, color and texture. It intrigues me.”
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What's one thing you wish potential
clients knew about what you do?
Jeff Elliott: Whether it’s new construction or a remodel, I wishpotential clients knew that thedesigner should be involved in theproject from the very start. A successful project is one where thearchitect, the designer and the contractor work together to fulfillthe client’s needs. The designerhelps the client achieve his or herpersonalized vision of what the interior space can become.
Scott Lindenau: Most people arenot aware that an architect has toearn a five-year professional degreefollowed by a minimum three-year
internship with a licensed architectprior to being qualified to sit forregistration exams. This rigoroustraining often equates to eight to 10years of effort before an architectcan call himself an architect—that’smore training than lawyers get. Thatdepth of experience will save timeand money for clients who often tryto save by not hiring an architect ordesign professional, or by abbrevi-ating their services.
So how should I go about finding an
architect?
Jack Snow: First, realize that thearchitecture of your house is goingto impact you every day you livethere, so take time to find the
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BY HILARY MASELL OSWALD
Let’s face it: We all like to imagine that we can bedesign pros. Not only is it romantic to envision ourselvescreating a dream home from the ground up, but HGTVhas inspired a whole nation of cable-watching design-lovers to fancy themselves pros—or at least capableenough to transform a basic vision into a beautiful space.After all, it looks so easy on “Design Star.”But when theory meets reality, it’s probably not agreat idea to give up your day job to tackle designing anentire home. Hiring an architect and designer has enormous advantages, and can save you time, money and(perhaps most important) your sanity.To give you an idea of what you can expect—and dispel a few myths—we asked some of Colorado’s toparchitects and designers to tell us what they do, how theydo it and what you can expect when you hire a design pro.
The Pros:Jeff Elliott, ASIDJeffrey P. Elliott Interior DesignDenverjeffreypelliott.com
Jennifer Hartman, AIAGary Hartman, AIASunlit ArchitectureCrested Buttesunlitarchitecture.net
Scott Lindenau, AIAStudio B ArchitectsAspenstudiobarchitects.net
Carol Moore, ASIDCarol Moore Interior DesignEdwardscmid.us
Jack Snow, AIARKD ArchitectsEdwardsrkdarch.com
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right person. Almost anyone candraw your plans, but who will takeyour ideas and add art and soul andspirit?
Look online and in magazines;talk to your friends about theirexperiences. Once you’ve narrowedyour list down to two or three architects—I’d say not more thanthat—talk to them. Ask about theirwork. Understand why their homeslook the way they do. You’re going tohave to collaborate with this personfor six months or a year during thedesign process, and then longer oncethe home is under construction, soavoid anyone who doesn’t listen andwho can’t laugh with you.
What about price? How do I know if
it’s reasonable?
Jack Snow: An architect’s servicescost a percentage of the construc-
tion cost. You're probably talkingabout anything between 8 and 12percent, depending on the firm, thecomplexity of the site, the designand geography. (Aspen tends to bemore expensive than the FrontRange, for example.)
Scott Lindenau: An architect ordesigner can only design as well astheir fee allows. In other words, if aclient wants a great project that iswell conceived, detailed and coordi-nated, it will require exploration,time, research, rigorous documenta-tion and a fee that is proportional tothat time and effort. Like anything,you get what you pay for, so don’tchoose a designer or architect basedon fee alone.
Okay, so design pros say they add
value in the long run. Tell us how.
Jeff Elliott: The devil is in thedetails. A knowledgeable designercan offer creative and affordablesolutions to awkward interiordetailing that would otherwiselower a property’s value. A properselection of well coordinatedfinishes, fixtures and millwork cancreate a space that is much moredesirable to live with and resell. Anexperienced professional can alsosave the client from costly errorsthat may arise from the wrongchoices or poor craftsmanship.
Speaking of value, what's the biggest
save you’ve ever made for a client?
Scott Lindenau: An older couplehired us [to design their home]. Thewife had put an expensive propertyunder contract in the winter, andher husband had not seen it yet.They wanted a very modern housewithout stairs because they wantedto avoid trekking up and down attheir age. After receiving the topo-graphical survey and beginning myconceptual designs, I realized that[because of the site’s contours], thearchitecture would require stairs,and the project would need multiplelevels. Because the site was coveredin deep snows all winter while it wasunder contract, its actual characterwas not visible. My clients wereable to get out of the $5-million-dollar commitment twodays prior to closing.
Carol Moore: A savvy young couple had gone shopping with an inexperienced decorator. Theyselected their furnishings beforethey had a floor plan to work with.
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Concerned about the flow of theplan their decorator put togetherwith the furniture they were aboutto buy, they asked me to review theplan. Their first question was, “Howdo we walk around the room?” Ireplied, “You don’t.” The furniturewas way out of scale with the room,so I provided the couple with a newplan, which we executed together.
What's the biggest misconception
about working with a design pro?
Scott Lindenau: That you haveto be wealthy to hire one.
What if a homeowner realizes, halfway
though a project, that she just really
doesn't like the design pro's ideas?
Jennifer and Gary Hartman:The design process has to be a partnership and collaboration. An
absolute failure for a design professional is for a client to walkthrough her own front door and say,“Oh, this is not what I expected.” Sothe design professional needs to leadthe client through the process at aspeed he or she can respond to [evenif it means saying she doesn’t like the architect’s or designer’s ideas.And the client should speak up ifthere’s anything she doesn’t understand or like]. Clients shouldexpect to be included in every decision, so they understand whatthey’re getting.
Some clients have a hard time visualizing [the finished home]. Ifthe client really doesn’t like whatshe’s seeing, it’s the design profes-sional’s responsibility to make itright no matter how long it takes.Design and architecture are service-
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oriented industries, so the client isalways right.
Give us the final word: What's at stake
for a homeowner who doesn't bring
in a professional?
Jennifer and Gary Hartman:It is simply the difference between ahouse and a home. It’s the differencebetween what you dreamed of andwhat you have to settle for. A houseis a place to lay your head down atnight and keep the rain off. It is asimple utilitarian shelter that
provides for basic needs. A homegoes much further—it evokes emotion, engages the senses,becomes part of the life that liveswithin it, speaks about who you areas a person and allows you to be thatperson. It’s about coordination ofthe big picture—overall form, spaceand volume—down to the tinydetails and connections that a gooddesign pro has the eye for and canimplement with elegance and style.It’s the infusion of soul and spirit.into an otherwise lifeless structure.
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Site SpecificA husband-and-wife architect team build a contemporary mountain
home that fits its spectacular site and their family of five.
BY NANCY RICHMAN MILLIGAN PHOTOGRAPHY BY RON POLLARD
ARCHITECTS SARAH AND RUSTY BROWN OWNERS OF SEMPLE BROWN DESIGN,know how to design a structure to fit its site. They orchestrated the designof the Ellie Caulkins Opera House at the Denver Performing ArtsComplex; collaborated (with Anderson Mason Dale Architects) on a newoffice/retail/restaurant development flanking Denver’s historic UnionStation; and have designed countless residential projects.
And in the case of their own mountain retreat near Silverthorne, what asite that is—35 remote, yet accessible acres of former ranchland with spec-tacular views in every direction. It was the first piece of land the Brownslooked at after deciding to build a mountain home. “We lectured ourselvesall the way down the mountain about not buying the first property we saw,but there was something special about this land, almost spiritual,” RustyBrown says.
(opposite) The house is sited to capture
stunning vistas of the Gore Range, as well as a
more intimate communion with aspen forests
and sagebrush meadows. The forms of the
corrugated metal buildings pay homage to the
land’s history of ranching. (left) Furniture
arrangements ground the center of the great
room, leaving space for easy movement and
long sight lines to the outdoors. Aspen trees
surround the deck off the entry.
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The two architects, along with colleague Chris Davis,designed a house that’s tucked gently into a hillside,resembling a cluster of ranch buildings with distinct, yetconnected forms that relate to the land. “It was impor-tant to us to open it up and make it part of the landscape,to blend [the residence] with the site,” Sarah Brown says.
A pavilion made of glass and steel appears to float ona sea of sage. Connected to the pavilion by a low entry, atowering architectural form was inspired by an aspen-covered hillside to the west. Corrugated metal exteriorsand low-pitched roofs reflect the area’s agricultural history.The weathered gray-green patina of galvanized steel andlead-clad copper blend perfectly with the landscape, pro-viding a sharp contrast with the home’s interiors.
“As you walk into the cozy entry, you feel like you’rebeing enveloped by the warm, friendly space. All thewarmth is focused inside,” Sarah Brown says. The mainpublic space inside the pavilion is lined with windowsthat capture the 360-degree views of mountains, mead-ows and forests. Douglas-fir planks line the walls andhigh ceilings, the wood’s horizontal pattern making asubtle, modern reference to log cabins. A floating ceilingof 2-by-2-foot slats defines the living and dining areasand adds a sense of intimacy to the lofty spaces.
The pavilion is the center of family life, especially thebig kitchen that offers the Browns and their threedaughters plenty of space for cooking and gathering. Acommanding double-sided fireplace visually divides theliving and dining areas and serves as a welcoming focalpoint. “There is room to be together without being ontop of each other,” Sarah Brown says. Clean-lined detailsand furnishings give a modern edge that suits the archi-tecture and the uncluttered, comfortable lifestyle theBrowns wanted for their second home.
(left) The sustainable design of the house
makes use of passive solar energy and a large
central wood-burning fireplace for heat, supple-
mented by propane. The Finnish fireplace with
soapstone surround features a built-in pizza
oven. (right) A custom oak table is surrounded
by casual wicker chairs in the dining room.
Sarah Brown says that when both sets of 4-
foot-wide double doors (on opposite sides of
the room) are thrown open, it feels like dining
outdoors in a tent.
“This house has been an
absolute labor of love, from
conceptualizing, to thought
process, to design,” says
Rusty Brown. “It fits us
like a glove.”
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(above) The big family kitchen at one end of the pavilion is surrounded by glass
and opens to views on three sides. Gleaming stainless steel countertops, dark
maple cabinetry and floors of a mahogany-like hardwood called merbau offer
visual and textural contrast to the Douglas-fir interior. (right) A red-stained barn
door closes off the bathroom. (Each of the six bedrooms has its own private bath.)
To save on space, the bedroom wing is stacked high in athree-story tower. “We didn’t want a big footprint to obscureany of the views. And we had to keep the entire house,including basement, contained to 3,000 square feet for costpurposes, so we needed a very efficient plan. We couldn’thave a lot of halls or circulation space,” Sarah Brown says.The result is a treehouse effect in the six bedrooms, whichlook out into the aspen leaves. While small, the rooms have asimple, sanctuary-like feeling.
Leaving behind their hectic city life, the architects purpose-ly designed their mountain home with low-maintenancematerials—metal exterior siding, composite deck material andall natural landscaping. “Our goal was to make it easy to comeup here and not have a lot of projects,” says Sarah Brown.Away from the distractions of restaurants, TV and computers,the family spends time relaxing, reading, playing games, cook-ing and entertaining. Adds Sarah, “We live differently here.”
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THIS CONTEMPORARY HOME IN BOULDER
PIONEERS THE WAY IN ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN.
BY MISTY MILIOTO REAGIN
PHOTOGRAPHY BY J. CURTIS
THERE ARE BEAUTIFUL HOMES;there are functional homes; thereare sustainably built homes. But itis on the vary rare occasion that allthree of those qualities can befound in one house. This Boulderhome is just such a place. Dubbedthe “Edge House” because of itsbold design aesthetic and perch onthe edge of City of Boulder OpenSpace, this 5,200-square-foot mas-terpiece is LEED Platinum-certi-fied and on the cutting edge of thesustainability movement.
For starters, the Edge House is anear-net-zero home (meaningthat, during the course of a year, ituses about the same amount ofenergy that it produces). To achievethis goal, Boulder-based RodwinArchitects incorporated severalgreen features into the design. The “reading corner,” as the homeowners refer
to this space, is a favorite spot to gather withfriends, family and colleagues. The soft edges andsurprising shapes of the European furniture pro-vide a smart contrast to the home’s architecture—a bit of design fun the homeowners love.
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The home includes a 10-kilowatt photovoltaicsolar panel array, a ground-source heat pump, ultra-high performance fiberglass windows, LED andcompact fluorescent lighting, an energy recoveryventilator, radiant flooring and a super-insulatedthermal envelope. Furthermore, all building materialsare free of formaldehyde, and the design team elim-inated nearly all other volatile organic compounds(VOCs) for exceptional indoor air quality.
The home’s most notable green feature, however,is its grey-water system, the first ever legally permittedin Boulder. During the construction of the project,the homeowner started his own company—whichhe named Water Legacy—to develop and improvethis new technology. The system collects used sinkand bath water, filters and disinfects it, then sends itto all of the toilets, saving about 12,000 gallons ofwater per year.
But sustainability is only the half of it, because theEdge House is also rich with striking architecturaldetails. The exterior is composed of clean lines, visu-ally interesting cantilevers (that also provide passivesolar protection), and a palette of sandstone, wood
The dining room features a 10-foot-long table madefrom exotic reclaimed wood from Indonesia, whilethe retractable glass accordion wall providesspectacular views of the Flatirons. (left) A three-story floating staircase, designed by ConcreteJungle, features a single metal spine and texturedconcrete steps, set against stained concrete floorsand a natural stone wall.
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and stucco. “We knew that the [design] would be unconventional for theneighborhood, but we wanted to contextualize the house in some way,” saysScott Rodwin, principal at Rodwin Architecture. “We thought that usingmaterials that are commonly found in the neighborhood would be a goodway to help integrate the home aesthetically.”
Inside, concrete kitchen countertops provide sculptural interest whileadding to the natural feel of the space. “Concrete plays well with everythingin this house, because it works well with whatever you put next to it,” saysCade McKee of Colorado Springs-based Concrete Jungle. The companyalso created a floating steel-and-concrete staircase that hovers over a three-story atrium. The result is clean, airy and beautiful.
So is the retractable glass accordion wall that opens the back of thehouse to a flagstone and rock patio beyond. This detail offers gorgeousviews of the foothills to the west and brings the outside in.
Such austere materials could make the home feel cold and impersonal,but interior designer and feng shui consultant Eiko Okura of Denver-based Eiko, Inc., created a cohesive design from surprising elements. FineEuropean furniture stands beside modern art; a sparkly light fixture adds atouch of glam to the clean-lined dining table and chairs; the rough textureof natural stone walls is an ideal backdrop for the soft edges of the livingroom’s unique modern furnishings.
Okura also used thoughtful space planning to create a home that’sdynamic and livable. “The traffic flow–and how we move through thespace–is a flow of chi,” she says. “There is a lot of steel and stone, but it isall vibrating with life.”
While Okura did most of the interior design, Margie McCulloch, prin-cipal and owner of Boulder-based American Loft Cabinetry, designed allof the cabinets for the kitchen, baths and laundry room using sustainablematerials. The kitchen cabinets are made from a VOC-free Lyptus veneer(a hybrid of two types of eucalyptus trees).
(left) The contemporary andenvironmentally friendlyhome exhibits a uniquedesign aesthetic for itsBoulder neighborhood, butthe use of local materialshelps connect the residenceto the area. (left, above;right) The kitchen featuresartfully designed counter-tops and bar by ConcreteJungle, accentuated withclean-lined barstools byPhilippe Starck. The 19th-century armoire gives thisotherwise contemporarykitchen an antiqueEuropean flair.
“THIS HOUSE BEHAVES LIKE
AN ORGANISM IN TERMS OF
THE WAY IT BREATHES, THE WAY
IT CAPTURES SUNLIGHT AND
WHAT IT DOES WITH WATER,” ARCHITECT SCOTT RODWIN SAYS.
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Nearly everything about this home supports the health of the environ-ment—and the health of the homeowners. “This house behaves like anorganism in terms of the way it breathes, the way it captures sunlight andwhat it does with water,” Rodwin says. “That organism supports the healthylives of the people who are living in it.” As the epitome of eco-living, theEdge House raises the bar for other green homes to come.
DESIGN DETAILSArchitect
RODWIN ARCHITECTURE
Scott Rodwin, Boulder, (303) 413-8556
BuilderSIGG-STAVER CONSTRUCTION
Jay Staver, (303) 579-3674
Interior Design EIKO, INC.
Eiko Okura, Denver, (303) 777-5135
Concrete Design and InstallationCONCRETE JUNGLE
concretejungledesign.com
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(left) The cherrycabinets in the
master bath,designed by
American LoftCabinetry, are free
of formaldehydeand VOCs.
(clockwise, fromtop left) Each floor
features a Mondriandoor—seen here
beyond the stairs—displaying the floor
plan for that level ofthe home. The ele-vated bathtub, by
WETSTYLE, height-ens the clean and
contemporary lookin the master bath.
Pretty touchesinclude a naturalslate backsplash
and gleamingDornbracht fixtures.
A solar tube provides natural
daylighting in themaster shower,
enhancing the natu-ral stone and slate.
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Daring design demands a confident eye and asteady disposition. ThisDenver home, selected asColorado Homes & Lifestyles’Home of the Year, benefitedfrom both. We talked with the fearless home-owner and her equallyintrepid designer, Andrea Schumacher of O Interior Design, aboutthe pay-off of creating the bold, the beautiful, the unexpected.
BY SALLY STICH
PHOTOGRAPHY BY
EMILY MINTON REDFIELD
CH&L: This remodel is in its third
year. What’s taken so long?
The Homeowner: We bought thehouse in 2001 because of the lot.The interior was dark, so our firstattempt at making it ours was topaint everything cream. It wasdepressing in its blandness. In 2007,we decided to open the house up bypushing out walls and using colorwith abandon. What started as anarthroscopic procedure becamefull-blown, bone-cracking surgery,but we’ve gotten the joy we wanted.
(above) Built in 1983, this brick house isperched in a pastoral setting amidmature trees, horse pastures and acharming pond. Still, it’s only 15 minutes from downtown Denver. (left)The living room drapes (Celerie Kembleby Schumacher) inspired the rest of theroom—a cozy mixture of fabrics, glasschandeliers, wood-trimmed windows,heirloom furniture and collected art.
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A Holly Hunt fixture lights up the wild mix of fabrics and stylesaround the dining room table.“The homeowner isn’t afraid toput seemingly disparate piecestogether,” says designer Andrea Schumacher. “She wantsrooms that look like they evolvedrather than jumped off the pagesof a catalog.”
Schumacher: One of the challenges was incorporating the homeowners’ many beautiful family heirlooms and artfrom their travels. We drew elevations of every room showing where pieces might be used and then revised thembased on feedback. Walls of bookcases, for example, became open doorways, so we had to reconfigure where cer-tain pieces went. Everything had to be well situated to showcase the family’s possessions. As for color, we poredover hundreds of swatches. The homeowner loves a multi-layered look, so we spent countless hours comparingdifferent fabrics against different wall colors.
CH&L: We love the multi-layered look, too. Tell us how you put that fabulous dining room together.
The Homeowner: We rarely entertain formally, so I wanted a dining room that could double as a family room, aplace where the kids could do homework or puzzles while I was in the kitchen. I bought the wood table atSheptons Antiques and put our two deep red tapestry-covered wingback chairs at either end. Because I love
couches, I bought a high-back couch and covered it in a David Hicks contemporary light brown-and-white fabric. Facing that couch, on the other side of the table, are four Chippendale chairs in a traditional black-and-white fabric. Technically, nothing goes with anything else—style-wise or color-wise—but it works for me.
CH&L: Yes, but what if the reality hadn’t matched the vision, and the dining room looked horrid?
Schumacher: That was the great thing about this homeowner. She buys what she loves, not because it’s for a spe-cific area. Had the high-back couch looked less than fabulous at the dining room table, she might’ve moved it toanother room and brought four chairs or a bench from another part of the house. She loves what she buys—whether it’s high-end or from Target—and is confident everything will look great somewhere. There simply areno regrets for her.
CH&L: We hear the kitchen wallpaper has a story. Do tell.
Schumacher: The homeowner fell in love with this Stark hand-painted silk paper from China. But it had pink init—not her favorite color. We asked for a sample to be painted without it. Then we determined how many but-terflies, flowers and birds we wanted in each panel. Back to China it went until we got just what she wanted. Ittook a year from start to finish. Then, of course, we had to make sure it could withstand cooking grease, so it wassealed with Proseal and tested with spaghetti splatter. It passed the test.
CH&L: And the color green on the island?
The Homeowner: That’s Cat’s Eye Green from Benjamin Moore. I didn’t want an all-white kitchen, and the island isa focal point. It’s positively vibrant.
CH&L: The master bath is an oasis of calm—Moroccan-inspired but not a Moroccan fantasy. How did you do it?
Schumacher: The homeowner loves it. We spent more time choosing things for this room than any other. There’san exotic serenity: the freestanding Kohler tub, the full blue-and-white drapes in front of the floor-to-ceilingwindows, the chandelier, the black-lip oyster fireplace surround, the deep walnut floor in a herringbone pattern.The shower has blue, Moroccan-shaped tiles from Waterworks. And the floors are all radiant heated.
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(above center) The family eats inthis cozy nook that overlooks thepond. A custom, curvy couchprovides the kind of comfy seat-ing the homeowner loves—as wellas a long expanse to adorn withcolorful pillows. (above right) Vibrant joyemanates from the unusualkitchen with its custom-paintedsilk wallpaper, Calcutta marblecounters, white cabinets andbright green island. Three Muranochandeliers light the work area.
(top) Dominated by a marble-topped red vanity (from Waterworks) thatthe owner loved for its “almost mid-century look,” the front powder roomis finished in a charcoal-and-white lattice paper. (right) The homeowners’favorite place to hang out, this extra-wide couch is perfect for watchingmovies. Most of the furniture in this room came from the homeowners’last house and looks comfortably “broken in.” (above) The bar room isright next to the entry, welcoming visitors into the house. The customcabinetry houses refrigerator drawers for sodas and beer, an ice makerand glassware. The turquoise pillows on the chairs are from one of thehomeowner’s favorite shopping haunts—Target.
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DESIGN DETAILSArchitects
WILDGRASS ARCHITECTURE
Charlotte Grojean(303) 449-4711
LODESTONE DESIGN GROUP
Jeff Van Sambeek(303) 819-4134
Interior Design O INTERIOR DESIGN
Andrea Monath Schumacher,(303) 458-6462
(left) A clean-lined four-poster bed is framed by Pottery Barn fabric and covered in crisp white linens withsplashes of ocean blue. “I’m on the board of the Ocean Conservancy in Washington, D.C.,” says the homeowner,“and my favorite color is blue, so there are touches of it throughout the house.” (top) A curvy yet clean-linedKohler tub is the focal point in the master bathroom. Once again, the drapery fabric (Carleton V’s Oxus) ruled thedesign—an homage to Morocco, it’s enhanced by the black-lipped oyster fireplace surround and the Oriental rugon the walnut herringbone floor. (above, left) The ultimate in luxury: a double shower that offers aromatherapyamid Moroccan-inspired tiles and a teak bench. (above, right) Masculinity rules in “his” bath—the clean, but over-sized sink, the honey-colored grass cloth wallcovering, the wood-trimmed walls, the dark vanity—and, of course,his wife’s favorite thick white towels.
CH&L: Many people would describe this house
as eclectic; but that would be cliché, we think,
and a disservice to this design, which surely
has its own inimitable style. How would you
describe it?
Schumacher: Not Old World, but worldly. Itreflects the owners’ travels and heritage andthe wife’s appreciation of other cultures. It’sa house of layers, textures, colors and art. It’snot deadly serious, but it’s not silly either. Itmakes a true statement about the wild cre-ative spirit of the people who live here.
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TWO MOUNTAIN RANGES,three counties and 150 miles separateCrested Butte and Telluride. Butthese beloved Colorado mountaintowns share a similar narrative.Both served as summer residence tothe nomadic Ute Indian tribe, whocame for the abundant foodsources. Later, prospectors arrivedin search of gold, silver and coal,building the colorful Victorianhomes for which both towns arenow recognized. In the 1960s and1970s, after a long depressed peri-od, the towns reinvented them-selves as world-class skiing and out-door-recreation destinations.
Today, t he y ’re ce lebratedstatewide for breathtaking views,endless trails and a noteworthy lackof mountain-town sprawl. The lat-ter is thanks, in part, to each town’sstrong conservation spirit—earlierthis year, Crested Butte purchased300 acres in the Slate River Valleyto be preserved as open space;
donors helped Telluride make asimilar purchase in 2009.
So it’s only natural that thesetwo mountain towns also share asimilar trajectory with real estatenumbers: 2009 was dismal, 2010 isup, up, up. In May, the number ofreal estate transactions in SanMiguel County (home to Telluride)was up 45 percent from the previousyear, according to TellurideConsulting, an independent realestate data research firm.Residential sales in Crested Buttedoubled in the same time period,according to Diane Aronovic, bro-ker with Red Lady Realty inCrested Butte.
“With the global recovery, high-end resorts with limited supply arethe first properties to rebound,”says Steve Catsman, director ofTelluride Real Estate Corporation.People will continue to buy for thelifestyle, he explains. Which is why,says Teddy Errico, president of the
Telluride Association of Realtors,the high-end, ski-in/ski-out prop-erties in Telluride’s MountainVillage neighborhood are “on fire.”There is still a lot of cachet in own-ing a Colorado mountain home, heexplains—particularly for out-of-town buyers who can qualify forloans for more than $3 million.Check out the list on the right for aroundup of hot properties for themillion-plus set.
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ELEMENT 52Location: Historic Downtown TellurideCompletion Date: Fall 2010Details: 34 units in seven buildings;studios, condominiums and town-homes, ranging from 600-5,500square feet; “mining contemporary”architecture; on-site spa and fitnesscenter; ski valet and private ski lift withaccess to Telluride Mountain Resort.(Fun fact: named after tellurium, the52nd element of the periodic table andTelluride’s namesake)Price: $780,000-$8,000,000More Info: element52.com
TOWNHOMES ON THE CREEKLocation: Telluride Mountain VillageCompletion Date: Spring 2010Details: 19 units; 2,600-4,300 squarefeet; 4 bedrooms per unit; log-and-stone exterior; walnut floors, customcabinets and Viking appliances; ski-in,ski-out access; walking distance togondola and retail center Price: $1,900,000-$3,600,000More Info: townhomestelluride.com
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MILLION-DOLLAR VIEWSDENVER Offered at $500,000
Experience a luxurious lifestyle in Penn Square #1704. Breathtaking views provide the backdrop to this stunning, approximately 2,305 square foot condo with two bedrooms, three bathrooms and an office. The open floor plan boasts an expansive living area, updated kitchen and bathrooms, spacious master and a rare enclosed lanai. Two deeded parking spaces, amazing amenities and a superb location complete the offering.
NANCY GREAGER 720.938.9001 | [email protected] PennSquare1704.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
HILLTOPDENVER Offered at $999,000
This wonderful home is located in one of Denver’s most desirable areas. It offers a remodeled kitchen with slab granite and a huge island that is perfect for entertaining. Spacious four bedrooms and four bathrooms with more than 4,000 finished square feet. Walk to the tennis club, restaurants and lots of shopping.
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PARK HILLDENVER Price Available Upon Request
This three bedroom, three bathroom home combines French antique architectural features, hardwood floors, a fireplace, updated kitchen and open living and dining room spaces for today’s lifestyles. The lower-level rooms provide flexibility with a guest suite or media room, third bathroom, laundry area and storage areas. Enjoy walking to restaurants, museums, the zoo, playgrounds and many unique shops.
LAURA DIRKS 303.918.2170 | [email protected] ColoradoHomes.com/lauradirksColdwell Banker Devonshire
CASTLE PINES VILLAGECASTLE ROCK Offered at $1,959,000
This gorgeous cliff-top estate, located in a multimillion dollar enclave, sits on approximately 2.1 acres and boasts expansive views. The incredible architecture includes an all natural stone and stucco exterior. The four bedrooms and five bathrooms are all on one level, providing easy main-floor living. Elegant outdoor entertaining is a breeze on the spacious patio, complete with a fire pit and built-in gas grill.
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HISTORIC STRAWBERRY HILLDENVER Offered at $1,375,000
A rare main-floor master in one of Denver’s most serene and secluded cul-de-sacs. Minutes to Cherry Creek and downtown, the home features a large living room, dining room and master, all with French doors that lead to a secluded terrace overlooking a beautiful setting. Additional features include a library with fireplace, main-floor guest room, second-floor guest room with fireplace, and lower level, all ready for your touches.
CHRISTY OWEN 303.906.9574 | [email protected] christyowen.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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CHERRY CREEK CONTEMPORARYDENVER Offered at $2,295,000
This Saiber and Saiber three bedroom, five bathroom custom home, on a prime corner site, enjoys light-filled spaces with a wonderful open floor plan. French limestone and white oak flooring, along with a dramatic steel and oak staircase, are but a few of the sophisticated features that set this home apart. Enjoy top-quality throughout. Just a few steps to popular Cherry Creek amenities. Call for other Cherry Creek options available.
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FULL-SERVICE ONE POLO CREEKDENVER Offered at $1,500,000 & $1,649,000
Two exceptional units allow you to enjoy the ease of lifestyle with the well-trained staff of One Polo Creek. Features include large, open spaces with views, hardwood floors and high ceilings. One residence offers a home theatre, high-end commercial kitchen and incredible master with custom closets. With custom renovation, create your dream in approximately 4,000 square feet with mountain and city views.
CHRISTY OWEN 303.906.9574 | [email protected] christyowen.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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POLO CLUB NORTHDENVER Offered at $789,000
Wonderful three bedroom, three bathroom ranch in a sought-after pond/stream location. Recently renovated, features include 10-foot ceilings, new hardwood floors, crown molding and a newer kitchen. The 24-hour gated community includes a clubhouse, pool and tennis. The home is approximately 2,435 square feet with an approximately 2,435 square foot basement. Two fireplaces and a two-car garage complete the home.
CHRISTY OWEN 303.906.9574 | [email protected] christyowen.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
CHERRY CREEK NORTHDENVER Offered at $1,900,000
This custom home, built by Terry Maze, sits on an approximately 6,250 square foot site. A true hidden jewel in the heart of Cherry Creek. It is secluded behind iron gates and eight-foot walled garden terraces adorned with mature trees and boxwood. Private and peaceful, the light-filled rooms are enhanced by high ceilings, style and delightful surprises. This property will capture your dreams and imagination.
JUDY JOHNSON303.888.4727 | [email protected] judyajohnson.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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PREMIER VILLAGE ROAD LOCATIONCHERRY HILLS VILLAGE Offered at $3,690,000
This sprawling country home sits on almost 2.5 landscaped acres. Meticulously maintained for 25 years by the same family, the six bedroom, eight bathroom home features a gourmet kitchen with informal dining space with fireplace looking out to the saltwater pool, many cozy spaces and separate nanny/guest wing. The second-floor master features spa-like amenities along with two additional suites with back-stair access.
CHRISTY OWEN 303.906.9574 | [email protected] christyowen.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
MOREY HILLDENVER Offered at $3,195,000
Charming “Connecticut country” home is rich with quality detailing. Features include pine and English roof tile floors, fireplaces and French doors. This more than 5,000 square foot home, with four bedrooms and six bathrooms, enjoys front and back staircases, screened porch, sunroom, master with study/sitting room, dual bathrooms and second-floor laundry. Enjoy the oversized wooded site of approximately 31,200 square feet.
CHRISTY OWEN 303.906.9574 | [email protected] christyowen.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
TUSCANY SOUTHAURORA Offered at $699,000
Located on a premium, approximately .70-acre mountain and pastoral view site is this wonderful two-story with walkout. Features include five bedrooms, five bathrooms, granite kitchen, high ceilings, bay windows and plantation shutters. The sprawling lawn has trees, a gazebo, fire pit, two-tiered deck and retractable awnings. The home is located near Cherry Creek schools, parks and community swim and tennis amenities.
JUDY JOHNSON303.888.4727 | [email protected] judyajohnson.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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WASHINGTON PARKDENVER Offered at $675,000
On one of the best blocks and just steps to the park, this home is charming and move-in ready. Features include a formal dining room, eat-in kitchen with granite countertops, and a second-floor master suite with remodeled bathroom, walk-in closet and balcony. The home also includes three additional bedrooms, two bathrooms, a recently-completed lower level, oversized two-car garage and a large landscaped yard with patio.
CHERIE WAHL 303.507.5455 | [email protected] ColoradoHomes.com/cheriewahlColdwell Banker Devonshire
JEWEL OF WASHINGTON PARKDENVER Price Available Upon Request
This sleek and modern renovation is stunning from top to bottom. Features include an open floor plan with a new gourmet kitchen, new luxurious master suite with spa-like bathroom, new auxiliary bathrooms, hand trowled walls and more. It is in a superb location, on a new, professionally landscaped lot. Five bedrooms, a main-floor study, four bathrooms and a three-car garage complete the home.
ANNE MCFARLAND720.244.4748 | [email protected] annemcfarland.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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PRIVATE ESTATECHERRY HILLS VILLAGE Offered at $2,790,000
This beautiful estate with six bedrooms, six bathrooms and more than 5,900 square feet is on a country lane in the heart of Cherry Hills. Situated on nearly two lush acres of mature landscaping, it offers room for a pool, tennis courts and horses. It has been updated and expanded, creating a wonderful floor plan with gorgeous finishes.
MARILYN DANA303.378.1089 | [email protected] marilyndana.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
ONE BLOCK FROM THE PARKWASHINGTON PARK Offered at $600,000
This charming bungalow is just one block from the park. Completely remodeled and updated, it features gorgeous finishes, an excellent floor plan, stainless steel Bosch appliances, a master suite, stamped concrete back patio and a wonderful front porch.
MARILYN DANA303.378.1089 | [email protected] marilyndana.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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VIEWS ABOVE GOLDENGOLDEN Offered at $939,000
Approximately 37 minutes from downtown Denver, this remodeled walkout ranch sits on approximately 10 fenced acres of land. The main house features hickory floors, a large stainless and granite kitchen, open living areas with vaulted ceilings, skylights, unbelievable views and dual, approximately 900 square foot master suites. The property also includes a two bedroom guesthouse, barn and garage space for seven cars. GARTH CRISWELL 303.669.0252 | [email protected] garthcriswell.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
THE POLO RESERVELITTLETON Offered at $1,895,000
This exquisite six bedroom, eight bathroom ranch villa will exceed your every expectation with high-end finishes throughout. Features include a gourmet kitchen with adjoining breakfast room and great room, luxurious main-floor master suite, and a finished walkout basement with theater room, wine room and recreation room. The incredible and secluded approximately .92-acre yard boasts lush landscaping and a swimming pool.
KAREN BRINCKERHOFF303.898.9825 | [email protected] karenbrinckerhoff.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
INSPIRING FOOTHILLS LIVINGMORRISON Offered at $1,000,000
This mountain masterpiece is wonderfully situated on approximately two acres. With five bedrooms, five bathrooms and more than 6,400 square feet, the home was designed with Feng Shui standards. The magnificent, more than 2,300 square foot, professionally landscaped stone courtyard boasts privacy and mountain views. A luxurious main-floor master, gourmet kitchen and an additional kitchen in the full walkout lower level.
ALI VAN WESTENBERG303.601.0260 | [email protected] viewdenverhomesnow.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
THE POLO RESERVELITTLETON Offered at $1,748,000
Stunning two-story home with everlasting style, professional gourmet kitchen with adjoining great room, and gorgeous finishes throughout. Five bedrooms, eight bathrooms and approximately 7,000 square feet. The landscaped, nearly one-acre lot is an entertainer’s dream with a pool, fire pit and numerous patios. A finished lower level with wine room, recreation room, gaming area and guest quarters, completes the offering.
KAREN BRINCKERHOFF303.898.9825 | [email protected] karenbrinckerhoff.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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DRAMATIC VIEWS WITH ACREAGE LITTLETON Offered at $2,495,000
Situated among spectacular red rock formations, this home offers you the best of Colorado: including the tranquil foothills setting, the mountain feel, and the convenience of being only minutes from C-470 and easy access to Denver. Located in the middle of more than 10,000 acres of open space with numerous trails, White Deer Valley is an exclusive community of 58 custom homes.
WALT WHATLEY & STEVE SANDIFER 303.888.2244 | 303.717.6251 | [email protected] walt4homes.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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THIS ELEGANT HOME IS A WOWMORRISON Offered at $998,510
Located in an elegant section of Willow Springs, this home is exquisite in every detail. The dramatic octagonal entryway perfectly sets the stage for the rest of the house, with its luxurious main-floor master suite, wine cave in the walkout, beautiful landscaping and so much more. This home truly wows in every way. Located approximately 28 minutes to downtown.
WALT WHATLEY & STEVE SANDIFER 303.888.2244 | 303.717.6251 | [email protected] walt4homes.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
HILLTOP LOCATION WITH ACREAGEMORRISON Offered at $598,630
Don’t miss this fabulous ranch-style home on more than two acres in the Homestead. Situated on a prime lot, this well-built home has a very open floor plan with windows that frame the spectacular close-in and distant mountain views. Located west of Denver, it is just minutes from Highways 285 and C-470. The neighborhood is characterized by rolling wooded hills and beautiful meadows.
WALT WHATLEY & STEVE SANDIFER 303.888.2244 | 303.717.6251 | [email protected] walt4homes.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
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RED ROCK AND FOOTHILLS VIEWSLITTLETON Offered at $698,760
Backing to open space with spectacular views, and situated on approximately 1.23 acres, this one-owner home sparkles in every way. Meticulous pride of ownership is evident. The expansive decks with gas barbeque are very private, and offer breathtaking views. The finished lower level boasts a cozy pub and theater. Wildlife abounds, yet you are only minutes to C-470 and shopping.
WALT WHATLEY & STEVE SANDIFER 303.888.2244 | 303.717.6251 | [email protected] walt4homes.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
A HOME WHERE DREAMS ARE SPUNDENVER Offered at $1,180,000
This historic home, located in the heart of the Denver Country Club, is reminiscent of days gone by. Complete with a rentable carriage house above the garage, this property has charm galore. From the architectural delights such as original stained glass, hardwood floors and molding, it showcases four bedrooms and four bathrooms in more than 4,000 square feet. It is nestled on an approximately 11,900 square foot site.
PATTI JOHNSON 303.875.3653 | [email protected] ColoradoHomes.com/pattijohnsonColdwell Banker Devonshire
FLOUR MILL LOFTSDENVER Offered at $1,895,000
The largest single unit in the original tower, this residence features two floors plus a loft, five silos, 16-foot ceilings and views. It boasts Swarovski crystal, Murano and Prima lighting, a granite chef’s kitchen with Wolf, Sub-Zero and Asko appliances, and a remodeled master bathroom. There is a private elevator into the unit. This is a perfect work/live environment for those who demand more from their home than the usual.
GAIL P. WALLACE 303.903.5750 | [email protected] DevonshireHomes/gailwallaceColdwell Banker Devonshire
PRESTIGIOUS SIXTH AVENUEDENVER Offered at $1,350,000
This stunning home is wonderfully situated on a large lot in Lowry with mountain views. Incredible details and finishes abound. Features include walnut floors, custom built-ins, an elegant master, second-level bonus room, patio space for entertaining, finished basement with theater room, wet bar and wine cellar, and a massive cook’s kitchen with granite, stainless steel and an ice maker. There are too many features to list.
TODD L. CROSBIE 303.887.9992 | [email protected] toddlcrosbie.comColdwell Banker Devonshire
CUSTOM BELCARO HOMEDENVER Offered at $3,985,000
Magnificent architecture and design only begins to define this new, custom-built Belcaro home. Artisans, using the finest materials, have created a memorable home on an approximately half-acre lot situated on a picturesque lane. With approximately 5,250 square feet plus an approximately 3,900 square foot walkout basement, this home features five bedrooms with adjoining bathrooms, plus three powder rooms.
MARCUS & KIRSTEN HARRIS303.409.6105 | [email protected] harristeamhomes.netColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage
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ON THE 10TH FAIRWAYCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $2,199,000
Contemporary ranch has five bedrooms, seven bathrooms, approximately 8,518 square feet and a walkout. The home is great for entertaining, with decks, patio, built-in barbeque, gazebo and spa. Additional features include a wine room, gourmet kitchen with granite, and a four-car garage.
AUDREY WILL 303.503.0321 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
CAREFREE LIVINGCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $699,000
European charm is found in this four bedroom, four bathroom, approximately 4,248 square foot home with walkout. The gourmet kitchen has a pantry and stainless appliances. The dining room opens onto an inviting courtyard. The expansive deck boasts mountain views. Located on approximately .16 acres.
AUDREY WILL 303.503.0321 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
INCREDIBLE VIEWSCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $1,475,000
Classic ranch home on more than two acres has four bedrooms, six bathrooms, approximately 5,128 square feet and a walkout. Expansive decks are great for entertaining. The gourmet kitchen has a hearth room, maple wood, granite and center island. The loft area can be used as studio or office.
AUDREY WILL 303.503.0321 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
WONDERFUL TRADITIONALCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $729,900
This two-story offers four bedrooms, five bathrooms, approximately 4,931 square feet and a partially-finished lower level. Features include a wet bar, exercise area, fireplaces, three-car garage and game room. Carpet can be chosen for the basement and the hardwood floors will be redone.
STEVE REDMOND 303.359.7559 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
MOUNTAIN VIEWSCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $879,000
Spacious ranch walkout has three bedrooms, four bathrooms and approximately 4,255 square feet. Made of stone and stucco, features include two main-floor bedrooms, wet bar, wine room, theater room, study and a gourmet kitchen with granite and cherrywood. Located on approximately .22 acres.
AUDREY WILL 303.503.0321 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
LUXURY LIFESTYLECASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $545,000
This two-story townhome offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms and approximately 4,300 square feet. Features include a walkout lower level, high-end upgrades throughout, and an expanded deck. Impeccably maintained and beautifully secluded, it backs to open space with trees and wildlife.
STEVE REDMOND 303.359.7559 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
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VIEWS AND PRIVACYCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $925,000
Contemporary ranch home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms, approximately 4,141 square feet and a walkout. Features include a gourmet kitchen with granite, game room with wet bar, and a bonus room which could be a fourth bedroom. Located on an approximately .25-acre, cul-de-sac homesite.
LOUIE LEE 303.549.6925 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
BEAUTIFUL CONTEMPORARYCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $780,000
This ranch home has four bedrooms, four bathrooms, approximately 3,475 square feet, and a walkout lower level. Backing to open space, it offers extraordinary views. Enjoy the low-maintenance living and custom finishes. Two fireplaces and a three-car garage complete the home.
LOUIE LEE 303.549.6925 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
WOODED LOCATIONCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $875,000
This contemporary two-story has four bedrooms, five bathrooms, approximately 5,066 square feet and a walkout. Situated on approximately .36 acres, it features a hearth room with fireplace, gourmet kitchen with granite, deck off the master suite, and a three-car garage. The home backs to open space.
LOUIE LEE 303.549.6925 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
WONDERFUL LOCATIONCASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $649,900
Two-story contemporary home was built in 2002 and features four bedrooms, three bathrooms, approximately 5,197 square feet, and a garden-level basement. It offers a morning room off the kitchen, courtyard and a loft. Backing to open space, it sits on a peaceful cul-de-sac on approximately .14 acres.
LOUIE LEE 303.549.6925 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
GREAT VALUECASTLE PINES VILLAGE Offered at $825,000
This contemporary two-story home has four bedrooms, four bathrooms, approximately 4,006 square feet, and a lower level. Backing to open space, it has a gourmet kitchen with granite, 14-foot ceilings, plantation shutters and a three-car garage. Located on approximately .64 acres.
LOUIE LEE 303.549.6925 | [email protected] castlepines.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
ONE-OF-A-KIND SHOW HOMELARKSPUR Offered at $1,075,000
This award-winning residence has six bedrooms, five bathrooms, approximately 7,432 square feet, and boasts top-quality finishes and spectacular mountain views. It was built upon red rock that extends into the lower level. Situated on a stunning, approximately-one acre lot. Resort lifestyle.
LINDA GRUBER 303.886.3200 | [email protected] 6489wingedfootct.comColdwell Banker Castle Pines
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EXPANSIVE MOUNTAIN VIEWSAURORA Offered at $610,000
This beautiful two-story home with walkout basement is fabulous. It features fi ve bedrooms, fi ve bathrooms and more than 4,900 square feet. The wonderful gourmet kitchen boasts Corian countertops, cherry cabinets and a double oven. The master suite is large and the bedrooms are oversized. The covered deck is great for entertaining or just relaxing and enjoying the beautiful Colorado sunsets.
ANN MEADOWS303.478.1201 | [email protected] annmeadows.comColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage
EXCEPTIONAL SADDLE ROCK HOMEAURORA Offered at $489,500
Built in 2005 and meticulously maintained, this home features a luxurious main-fl oor master with fi replace, three additional bedrooms, loft, welcoming front porch, and a large Trex deck at the rear. The open layout of the home is perfect for entertaining, and the fi nishes are beautiful. Expansive windows in the two-story family room showcase the never ending mountain views. Please visit www.7171STempeCt.com.
KATHLEEN SURGES 303.981.6170 | [email protected] saddlerockforsale.comColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage
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INCREDIBLE LOCATIONFOUNTAIN | COLORADO Offered at $217,000
This beautiful two-story home offers three bedrooms, three bathrooms and a two-car garage. It features a covered front porch, open and bright great room-style living room, hardwood fl oors throughout the main level, charming living room with fi replace, fi ve-piece master bathroom, and a fenced backyard. Extras include central air and ceiling fans. In a great location, just minutes to Fort Carson, shopping and schools.
AARON EARLS 719.314.6213 | [email protected] ColoradoHomes.com/aaronearlsColdwell Banker Residential Brokerage
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in. But the rooms, while elegant in detail, are tiny by today’s standards.
An early-’20s ad for Plan #614 (456 Williams) promises that this six-
room Colonial provides a “fully excavated basement hall,” “a refined and
yet chaste doorway,” “practical yet suitable dormer treatment,” and “a
large chamber” that offers “direct communication with the bathroom.”
(What more could you want?)
Compare the lots on the east side of Williams Street (Dollhouse Row)
to the west side. The east side: 60 feet deep by 30 feet wide. The west
side: 125 feet deep by 60 feet wide. Perish the thought of a back yard.
And a garage? Probably not.
Not surprisingly, these homes sell today for high prices. “Plan to spend
about $350 per square foot,” Leonard says. The good news? “You’ll get
a 20 percent tax credit if you add a new garage or put a new roof on—
all subject to approval by the neighborhood association, of course,”
Leonard says.
Mayor Ben Stapleton lived at 430 Williams, which is currently on the
market—in beautifully restored condition—for one-million-plus dollars.
“Dollhouse Row” refers to the small but architecturally significant
homes on the east side of the 400 block of Williams Street in Denver.
This pocket has the largest concentration of “dollhouses” in the city, but
similar homes can also be found in Park Hill and on Gilpin Street.
From 1922-1934, the American Institute of Architects gave its endorse-
ment to the Architects’ Small House Service Bureau, and chapters of the
ASHSB sprang up all over the country. Its philosophy: Good design
should be available to everyone, not just the wealthy—even though there
was almost no profit margin for architects working on very small homes.
In Denver, the Mountain Division Inc. (the local ASHSB chapter) was
established by such renowned architects as William E. Fisher, Harry W.J.
Edbrooke, T. Robert Wieger and William Norman Bowman.
Architects donated their time to create plans and specify materials, so
costs were low. They also supervised construction for a nominal fee. The
plans for homes were generally square or oblong, both of which are
more economical to build than more complex floor plans.
No cookie-cutter homes here. Styles include Spanish, Mission, Colonial,
English Cottage, French Country and Dutch Colonial. “They were built to
be examples of different architectural designs and to show off local
architects’ talents,” says area resident and realtor Sonja Leonard of
Leonard Leonard & Associates. —Sally Stich
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