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Dining Room A cozy dining room features Made Goods chairs upholstered in Schumacher fabric which flank a table from Columbine sitting atop a Jaipur rug. The chandelier is by Visual Comfort, while the room in accented with decorative vessels and bowls from various local boutiques. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

When Matt Murphy, a vineyard owner in Santa Barbara County, decided to buy and remodel a second home in Denver, he and his wife, Cat, took the road less traveled: They chose quality over quantity. “They didn’t want to turn this into a project that maxed out their square footage,” explains architect Matt Lawton, of Sexton Lawton Arch­itecture. “They wanted to be sensitive to the neighborhood with an appropriately scaled project.”

In doing so, he and the Murphys worked together to preserve the historical integrity of a 1900s home while infusing it with modern amenities, natural light and a functional floor plan.“We just loved Wash Park—it was our top pick in Denver,” says Cat Murphy. The couple had been renting an apartment in Cherry Creek to be close to Matt’s young daughter for half the year, spending the other half at their California vineyard, Presqu’ile Winery. But after a while, they realized they wanted to buy a home to give them a sense of place, a cozy sanctuary of sorts, so they purchased a Craftsman-style bungalow on a coveted block in the Washington Park neighborhood. “We liked the family-oriented vibe, the established trees, the preserved bungalow houses—it’s old Denver with new life,” she says.

Exterior A trans­formed Washington Park bungalow, now sleek with a bold black exterior and a striking teak slat accent under the truss, blends modern texture with classic charm. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

Fortunately, Lawton and the Murphys shared an aligned vision. “Our goal was not to start over, but to keep the spirit of the house and build upon it with contemporary details and enhanced spatial clarity,” says Lawton. He avoided the predictability of a pop-top remodel by keeping the front portion of the house and entry porch, while rebuilding the entire back of the house, including the kitchen, breakfast nook, family room and guest suite, as well as reconfiguring the main staircase. “We wanted to preserve the integrity of the home while removing the quirk,” says Murphy, explaining that there had been two previous additions that didn’t quite feel cohesive.

Interior designer Andrea Schumacher was brought in to infuse the interior with her signature vibrant colors, textures, bold patterns and timeless layered design. “I wanted to skirt the lines of maximalism and be in the middle of modern and traditional,” she says. “The home is more transitional, with clean-lined upholstered goods mixed with antiques.” Schumacher used traditional rugs with contemporary upholstery and a hint of bohemian, resulting in a balance of old and new.

Kitchen In this custom kitchen, the refrigerator and pantry mimic elegant armoires, with a playful wine-colored BlueStar range as a nod to the owners’ Santa Barbara vineyard.” The hanging pendants over the island are from Visual Comfort. All cabinetry was built by Wood-Mode LLC, with custom hardware. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

The “wow” is about the details and proportions, not square feet, she explains. “I tell my clients to trust me. You just have to take the leap.” And they did. The home has a luxurious modern quality with approachable durability for sleepovers, family dinners and wine industry gatherings. “Our goal was to carve out intimate yet welcoming rooms similar to the bungalow’s original character,” adds Schumacher. She and Lawton achieved their clients’ vision by designing a dramatic entry screen to let natural light shine through, and installing a grass-cloth wallcovering for subtle sophistication—along with a carved marble mantel, white oak cabinetry adorned with brass hardware, and a wine-colored BlueStar stove as a nod to the couple’s vineyard (and Matt Murphy’s passion for cooking).

“It’s funny because the older I get, as an architect, the more respectful I’ve become of historical context,” says Lawton. “That’s not to say, when you’re starting a project you should just replicate all of the historical details. The best is a blend of historical and new, and that’s where the real finesse comes in—putting those two together to make sure they fit into our modern lifestyle.”It’s clear that all parties involved in the renovation agree with Lawton’s assessment. Sums up Schumacher, “In a neighborhood where many historic homes are scraped for newly built residences that stretch to the lot limits, the Murphys wisely opted to invest in the details and preserve the natural charm.” Wise, indeed.

Sitting Room This cozy space includes an elegant Fortuny chandelier and wallcoverings in mauve grass cloth by Phillip Jeffries. The sofa is from Columbine, with fireplace chairs by Vanguard and a coffee table by Villa & House. The area rug is from Kravet, with a side table by Made Goods and a rug stool from Shaver-Ramsey. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

Entryway “We rotated the stairway 90 degrees and created a landing,” says designer Andrea Schumacher. “We didn’t want to have a two-story blank wall, so we created a custom screen to draw the eye visually toward the stairs.” The entry light was sourced from a vintage outlet, and sconces are from Visual Comfort. The area rug is from Shaver-Ramsey. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

Living Room The family room, which was part of the addition of the home, features a sectional sofa from Vanguard Furniture, while an existing ottoman was reupholstered in a textural Kravet fabric. The pillows are by Lee Jofa and Stroheim. The area rug is from Shaver-Ramsey. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

Powder Room “The powder room was a tiny little gem of a space, so we wrapped it in hand-painted wallcovering,” says interior designer Andrea Schumacher. The sconces are from Visual Comfort, and the mirror is by Regina Andrew. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

Bedroom In the primary bedroom, Schumacher used Moroccan mother-of-pearl nightstands to give the home a bit of a traveled look. The bed is by Vanguard Furniture with bedside lights by Visual Comfort. The duvet and shams are from Ivystone. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

Bathroom In the primary bathroom, Schumacher sourced a vintage walnut console that was modified by Dovetail Restorations to be used as a vanity. The sconces are from Visual Comfort. The two rounded-corner mirrors are from Uttermost; the brass parrot is from Garage Vintage. | Photo: Emily Minton Redfield

Architecture: Sexton Lawton Architecture
Interior Design: Andrea Schumacher Interiors
Construction: Larraz Building Excellence

As featured in CH&L’s November/December 2024 Issue

Exterior The multilevel home opens onto a western-facing field of fun, with outdoor furniture including Kannoa Maui leisure chairs and ottomans, Ratana Park Lane adjustable loungers, a custom luxury outdoor Tortola daybed, custom outdoor Medusa swing chair, and Tuuci Ocean Master Classic umbrellas. | Photo: Susie Brenner

First impressions can be misleading. When you first approach this Greeley-area home, it’s low-slung and stony-serious—echoing the horizontal lines of the Western prairie. But step inside and everything changes, because the house expands into a multi-level family residence that cascades down a hillside as the centerpiece of an eight-acre property that includes a saltwater swimming pool, axe-throwing lane, horseshoe pit, archery range, zipline and labyrinth. Oh, and there’s also a climbing wall with an auto-belay system integrated into the stone chimney. “We wanted to create a space where the kids were hanging out at our house all the time instead of hanging out at other places,” the homeowner explains. “We wanted to make it fun.” Mission accomplished.

The home was designed by David Barrett, of Boulder-based Barrett Studio Architects, for a family with a lot of friends and relatives who come over to play. “It’s a two-sided house,” Barrett says. “It looks very much like a small house on one side, and then, on the lower side, it is a much more grand house.” Barrett put a modern Colorado spin on the Prairie style, taking a terraced approach to the home’s design that’s scaled to the site and follows the contours of the land. The exteriors emphasize limestone, glass and steel, with broad overhanging eaves and wood soffits. Barrett defined the interior spaces by varying ceiling heights and exposing wooden structural beams in the open kitchen/dining/living space. Large windows and sliding glass doors showcase panoramic Front Range views, while higher clerestory windows welcome natural light. “To me, that’s part of the magic of Prairie style,” Barrett says.

Entryway A Visual Comfort Interlace Expandable chandelier lights the entry hall, with a hand-knotted wooland- silk rug from Authentic Rugs and a Bellaire Dynamik custom chevron hide rug. | Photo: Susie Brenner

“What we’ve learned from Frank Lloyd Wright over the years is the ways to manipulate space and light.” Interior designer Kim Linin, owner of Denver-based Green Butterfly Design, helped create spaces the family could enjoy—alone or while entertaining guests. The homeowners practice yoga and meditation, and they hoped for a home with a spa-like feel, avoiding features that might be too trendy, jarring or loud. “They wanted their home to be modern but inviting, and they wanted it to be calm, quiet and organic,” Linin says. “Nature was the driving force in selecting the interior materials and all of the textiles.

The color palette is quiet, and it pulls directly from nature seen in the breathtaking views from their home—the blue sky, the mountains, the sandy earth.” Denver’s Exquisite Kitchen Design helped with the layout of the kitchen, where two islands accommodate cooking and socializing in the heart of the home. And the main floor’s seamless indoor-outdoor flow includes a covered deck off the living area that offers additional dining space and a fire pit for sunset gatherings. Cleverly designed to balance contemplative and active living, the home manages to be both peaceful and playful; it’s a bright, welcoming place for celebrating family and friends. “Our home gets a lot of use from a lot of different people,” the homeowner says. “And that’s exactly what we had intended.”

Living Room In the living room’s lounge area, four swiveling American Leather Cloud chairs in dolce cream leather are accompanied by an agate side table, Palecek clover tables, and a Saloom Martin cocktail table, with a Miyan rug from Delos. | Photo: Susie Brenner

Kitchen With walnut cabinets and a curved Grothouse Butcher Block added onto Cristallo quartzite countertops, the kitchen is a warm and welcoming space. A secondary island is matched with H Studio Malibu counter stools, and lighting is provided by Murray Feiss Fiona pendants and Hubbardton Forge Mason outdoor lanterns. | Photo: Susie Brenner

Dining Room A Hammerton Studio Gem Bezel Ring chandelier glimmers above a Planum Furniture Topaze extension dining table and Constantini Pietro Concept chairs, with Porcelanosa Park wall tiles beside a Village + House Elaine mirror. The Calligaris Sottosopra table is paired with Bernhardt Linea round stools. | Photo: Susie Brenner

Stairway A custom Shakuff light fixture by Green Butterfly Design illuminates the stairway to the family room, where the bar features a handy pass-through window and a Brizo Litze pulldown faucet in matte black with textured luxe gold. | Photo: Susie Brenner

Primary Bedroom High windows welcome the daylight above a Nathan Anthony Divano bed, customized Kolkka bedside tables by Green Butterfly Design, and WAC Stretch LED Swing Arm reading lights. Linin added metal bands to adorn the wall surface. | Photo: Susie Brenner

Bedroom Lounge Chair A Lee Industries chaise in angora snow mohair provides sumptuous seating beside the fireplace and windows, with a glass-topped, white quartz-crystal table nearby. | Photo: Susie Brenner

Upper Deck Vondom Ulm lounge chairs from Hoff Miller surround a fire feature for cozy evening seating, with a Ratana Genval table and GAR Dune armchairs for stylish alfresco dining. | Photo: Susie Brenner

Architecture: Barrett Studio Architects
Interior Design: Green Butterfly Design
Construction: Ad-Jac Construction
Landscape Design: Mill Brothers Landscape Group
Kitchen: Exquisite Kitchen Design

As featured in CH&L’s September/October 2024 Issue

Exterior The builders used the terrain to their advantage. “The siting of the home allows for a seamless blending of outdoor spaces and the natural features of the hillside. As the home is recessed into the hill, the exterior never dominates the exterior spaces, but is a complementary scaleto the outdoor areas,” ex­plains architect Chris Gray. | Photo: David Lauer

Watching wildlife roam outside the windows of their home is a delight for the owners of a north-facing retreat in Boulder. “The location, with the natural open space and proximity to the mountains, has created an unexpected connection to a wide range of wildlife,” explains the homeowner. “We have watched deer, rabbits, a skunk, foxes, a bobcat and nesting hawks live their lives outside of our windows over breakfasts and family dinners.”

This connection to wildlife and the surrounding terrain is what drew the homeowners to the original house on the site, but the home’s layout and design were not ideal. “As we spent time in the space, we realized that the orientation of the house was wrong and the construction cut off the expansive views,” says the homeowner. “However, with the discovery that the existing house really didn’t take advantage of the lot’s potential, we shifted, and what started as a major renovation quickly morphed into a scrape.”

Entry The welcoming entryway makes a strong first impression featuring stylish accents and a luxurious rug underfoot. | Photo: David Lauer

The homeowners commissioned Chris Gray of bldg.collective architecture, Ryan Wither and his team at Buildwell builders, and Megan Moore of Dado to create a new dwelling that embraces the spectacular 180-degree views of the city of Boulder, the Flatirons rock formations, and several local lakes and glistening reservoirs. “With unhindered views from the west to the northeast, the goal was to maximize the connection to the longer views while shielding the interior and exterior spaces from the immediate neighborhood,” explains Gray.

Nestled into the hillside, the 4,121-square-foot home was skillfully designed in an “upside down” layout. The entry, garage and bedrooms are located on the ground floor, while the living areas and the guest suite are on the upper floor. “This allows the social spaces including the kitchen and living room to access the elevated roof deck and expansive views of the Flatirons and Boulder,” says Gray.

Living Room Marvin Signature Modern windows and doors create a visual and physical connection to the outdoors throughout the house. Large sliding glass doors allow the main interior living spaces to seamlessly flow to the outdoor areas. | Photo: David Lauer

Large sliding glass doors in the lower-level primary suite seamlessly connect the indoor to outdoor areas. Multiple exterior spaces offer varied views of the landscape while providing options for different types of activities and interactions. “The lower-level primary suite and family room connect to a pool deck and small lawn area,” says Gray. “The upper level has an intimate outdoor dining area for small gatherings, and a large elevated patio for more entertaining.”

The impressive exterior of the home is a quiet presence on the site. An exposed board-formed concrete base anchors the house to the lush hillside and reflects tones and textures found in the environment, while the upper level, wrapped in black vertical siding, cantilevers over the base to create a shielded entry.

Indoor-Outdoor Living A media room opens onto a refined patio space outfitted with comfy lounge furniture. Planters with native grasses add greenery to the space. “With the large sliding wall of windows, the interior spills out into this exterior space, making for one expansive entertainment space,” says Gray. | Photo: David Lauer

“These materials are not only beautiful but fire resistant and low maintenance,” explains Gray. Further blending the home into the surrounding terrain, a well-appointed living green roof provides an eye-catching, colorful covering that insulates the garage below. “The green roof is designed to be a low-maintenance, lightweight system with a thin growing medium,” says Gray.

Living only steps away from wildlife and the natural world is a thrill for the homeowners in their striking reimagined home. “The home has a livable and comfortable scale and wonderful natural light and views,” explains Gray. “And it was great to work with such amazing clients!”

ARCHITECT – bldg.collective
BUILDER – Buildwell
INTERIOR DESIGNER – Dado
LANDSCAPE ARCHITECT – Marpa
GREEN ROOF – Green Roofs of Colorado

We all know making the switch to solar energy is good for the planet, but is it a good financial move? Here are 4 ways to evaluate residential solar as an investment.

Calculating Solar’s Payback Period

One way to look at solar’s return on investment (ROI) is to calculate the payback period. This is simply the cost of the system divided by the amount you save electricity each year. The average in Colorado’s Front Range is 13 years, far less than the lifespan of a solar array. 

Converting to a Simple ROI

Let’s put that payback period into perspective. If your payback period is 13 years, that means you will get 1/13th, or 7.7%, of your investment back annually. Solar is lower risk than the stock market yet offers significantly higher returns than bonds. 

Rising Energy Prices

When energy prices rise more than anticipated, your ROI from solar only increases. Record inflation has us all wishing we could’ve locked in grocery prices from a few years ago. You can still lock in energy prices by going solar. 

A Win-Win

Simply put, solar is a win-win: it’s good for your family’s finances and good for our planet. Altogether it’s easy to see why thousands of Colorado homeowners are going solar every year.

Exterior | All the brickwork, including the herringbone detail in the gable over the entry and the windows that flank the front door, is original. Upper-level gables clad in stucco with wood trim came later. About the renovation, architect Stephen Hunter says, “When people look at this house now it looks like all those elements were always there.” | Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

The notion of tear-downs is nothing new. For decades, existing homes in historic neighborhoods have been falling to the wrecking ball, only to be replaced with new residences out of scale and out of sync with the local vernacular. Denver is no exception. But when the time came for Chris Viney, owner of Britman Construction, and his wife to renovate their 1930s Tudor-style home in the Bonnie Brae neighborhood, they opted to buck the trend: Instead of razing and rebuilding, they decided to enhance and improve. “We loved the Tudor architecture and wanted to do something to pay tribute to the original neighborhood,” Viney says.

The single-story structure, which boasted classic brickwork and a pair of steeply pitched gable roofs, lacked the mixed tones of brick and stucco and half-timber trim long associated with Tudor architecture. “The home had some nice brick and stone detailing at the front entry, but otherwise, it was a clean slate,” says architect Stephen Hunter of Hunter Design, who collaborated with Viney on the project. “A pop-top featuring two new gable forms with Tudor-inspired detailing gave the home more of an identity.” “We needed more space and privacy,” says Viney matter-of-factly about the motivation for totally reshaping the compartmentalized floor plan to better suit the needs of his family of three and two dogs. On the main level, that desire translated into a formal living room—the tile fireplace is original—a designated dining room, and a large family room contiguous to the kitchen on the west side.

Living Room | Honoring the homeowners’ request to keep things traditional, interior designer Jodi Cook introduced a quartet of Highland House chairs with classic forms. The Lee Industries ottoman and Loloi rug further complement existing elements like the fireplace tile. Custom drapes in Pindler & Pindler fabrics tie the space to the adjacent music room. | Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

Kitchen | A new large island topped with Taj Mahal quartzite does double duty for food prep and as a place for friends and family to hang out on RH counter stools. Cabinets by Maks Custom Cabinetry are painted in White Dove by Benjamin Moore, and the backsplash tile is from Decorative Materials. | Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

Powder Room | The PB vanity was selected to fit the room’s tight parameters; and the mosaic floor tiles from Decorative Materials are a nod to the home’s original era. The mirror is from Rejuvenation and lighting is by Visual Comfort. | Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

The primary suite and two bedrooms with a Jack-and-Jill bath upstairs gave the family the private spaces they needed. The extra square footage on the main level provided Chris and his wife with the open-concept kitchen and living areas they wanted for entertaining. “Articulating the rooflines in the ceilings created unique spaces with an Old World feel,” explains Hunter, pointing to the alcove that frames the soaking tub in the primary bath as an example. The space and privacy goals accomplished, next up was vanquishing the dark, moody ambience associated with homes of the period and refreshing the palette and materials to reflect the current times. “Those old bungalows tended to have you turning inward, and the homeowners wanted light and airy with views to the outside,” says interior designer Jodi Cook of Cook Design House, who selected light-toned paint colors, wall textures and finishes as a backdrop for thoughtfully edited furniture selections. In the living room, four rounded swivel chairs gathered around a leather ottoman establish a classic feel. “The soft shape and swivel help with the traffic flow,” says Cook, who upholstered the seating in a creamy pinstripe fabric in keeping with the predominantly neutral palette. The Greek key embroidered pattern on the drapes also skews traditional.

In the more expansive family room, menswear-inspired fabrics—like the herringbone pattern on the English side chair, and the dark blue-and-white pinstripe on the stools—make a tailored statement. “I consider navy a neutral,” says the designer, who continued the theme in the adjacent kitchen with white cabinets. The owners love to cook, so a functional hard-working space was a prerequisite, but Viney’s wife also wanted something both classic and elegant. In response, Cook introduced an off-white, Arabesque-patterned backsplash that “contrasts with the cabinets and is more elegant than a subway tile.” The end result checked all the boxes. As the architect explains, “Through this renovation we created a grand home with seamless transitions between old and new.”

Family Room | In contrast with the more formal living room, this space was designed with family time in mind. Furnishings like this leather chair from Highland House speak to its casual nature. The apothecary lamp is by Visual Comfort, and new built-ins showcase family treasures. | Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

Dining Room | When the homeowners opted to keep their existing dining room table and chairs, the designer recovered the seats in a preppy houndstooth from Kravet. In coordination with the kitchen, the cabinets are by Maks Custom Cabinetry, the rug is Loloi, and the drapes and matching shades are JP&G Baker. | Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

Primary Bedroom | Created as part of the second-story addition, this space is in keeping with the established palette. The window covering fashioned from Schumacher fabric and pillows on the Bernhardt Furniture bed continue the light neutral color scheme with blue accents. A Visual Comfort lamp sits on the Vanguard Furniture nightstand. | Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

Primary Bathroom | A luxurious soaking tub and tub hardware, both by Kohler, are tucked under an eave created as part of the upper-level addition. The flooring is Carrara marble, and the custom window shade is fashioned from Robert Allen fabric. | Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

Architecture: Hunter Design

Interior Design: Cook Design House

Builder: Britman Construction

RESOURCE GUIDE:

Entry

• Lighting – Visual Comfort
• Console table – Hickory Chair
• Wallpaper – Zak & Fox “Saru”

Living Room

• Chairs – Highland House
• Ottoman – Lee Industries
• Rug – Loloi
• Drapes  – Custom drapes in Pindler & Pindler fabric
• Light fixture over the piano – Visual Comfort

Dining Room

• Drapes  – custom drapes/shades in JP&G Baker fabric
• Rug – Loloi
• Fabric on seat cushions – Kravet houndstooth

Family Room

• Sofa – Highland House in Faux Mohair
• Rolled armchair – Highland House in Herringbone Performance fabric
• Coffee table – Highland House
• Cube seating – Lee Industries in performance pinstripe fabric
• Leather chair – Highland House
• Floor lamp next to leather chair – Visual Comfort apothecary lamp

Kitchen

• Cabinets – Maks Custom Cabinetry in Benjamin Moore OC-17 White Dove
• Tile – Decorative Materials
• Counters – Taj Mahal Quartzite
• Counter stools – RH in performance fabric
• Lighting – Visual Comfort “Katie” pendants

Powder room

• Floor tile – Decorative Materials
• Mirror – Rejuvenation
• Wallpaper – Phillip Jeffries
• Lighting – Visual Comfort

Primary bedroom

• Bed – Bernhardt Furniture
• Side table – Vanguard Furniture
• Lamp – Visual Comfort
• Window shade – Custom shade from Schumacher fabric

Primary bathroom

• Mirrors – Rejuvenation
• Lighting – Visual Comfort
• Vanity top – Carrara Marble
• Faucets – Kohler “artifacts”
• Tub – Kohler “stargaze” tub
• Tub hardware – Kohler “artifacts”
• Window treatment – Custom shades from Robert Allen fabric
• Flooring – Carrara Marble 12×24

Guest bedroom

• Bedding – Various vendors (West Elm, Amber Interiors Shoppe)
• Drapes – Kravet
• Pillow on built in seat in alcove – Elaine St Louis

As featured in CHL’s July/August 2023 Issue

Photography by Arris Photography

Colorado Homes & Lifestyles sat down with homeowners and interior designers Annie and Jordan Obermann to learn more about their stunning Fort Collins abode.

How did you come across this home?

AO & JO: We were looking for something specific, and this home had just fallen through with a buyer. At first, Annie hated the house and wouldn’t give it a second look, but she was sold once she saw the interiors. 

What was your schedule like for the redesign?

AO & JO: Our third baby was on the way, so completing this project on time and within budget was of utmost importance. We also needed the home to be durable and functional for our soon-to-be family of five. 

Tell us about the color palette.

AO & JO: The home itself was a hodge-podge design. We really wanted to lean into Mid-century Modern while still showcasing the colonial inspiration. We played into traditional elements, opting for simplistic and muted color tones to do that. 

Where did you source all of the beautiful art?

AO & JO: Most of the pieces came naturally since we’ve collected them over the years. We also love visiting flea markets to shop for art.

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The homes published in Colorado Homes & Lifestyles this year were well-loved by readers. As you reminisce on 2022 and prepare to ring in the New Year, take a look back at the most popular homes, according to our readers.

Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

10. 2022 Home of the Year: Retro Elegance: A Denver fashion maven with an affection for Art Deco builds her dream house.

Photo by James Ray Spahn

9. An Art-Filled Home in Crested Butte: Overlooking a ski run, this modern mountain abode is filled with natural light and stunning art.

Photo by David Patterson

8. The Butterfly Effect: A unique Steamboat Springs property is transformed into a multigenerational sanctuary.

Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

7. Taking Root in Fraser: In a thoughtfully designed home, the architecture grew right from the ground—creating a new home that immediately belongs.

Photo by Lisa Romerein

6. Step Inside a Magical Aspen Estate Designed by Architects Ferguson & Shamamian: An international design firm works with a Texas family to create a multigenerational home on Red Mountain.

Photo by David Patterson

5. A Historic Tudor Farmhouse with Epic Beauty: A Cherry Hills Village home receives a remodel in lieu of a scrape, and the results are awe-inspiring.

Photo by Kimberly Gavin

4. A Contemporary Home in Greenwood Village: Designer Anna Stansbury and architect Kyle Webb join forces to breathe new life into a 1970s contemporary home built by renowned Denver architect Robert Caudle.

Photo by Susie Brenner

3. A Littleton Home With Great Bones: A “dated and dull” Littleton home becomes a light-filled, colorful abode.

Photo by Emily Minton Redfield

2. A Paradise in Wash Park: New to the neighborhood, a fresh white brick residence takes full advantage of its parkside locale.

Photo by Kimberly Gavin

1. Where Country Meets the City in Denver’s Belcaro Park Neighborhood: Larsen Development infuses warmth and natural light into its design for a modern one-story farmhouse.