Where Old West Meets New
Many of us dream of slipping on a pair of well-worn boots and ambling through the tall grass, of relaxing with good friends and neighbors in a close-knit community, or of finding a modern retreat in the heart of a…
Stylemakers
Behind the Scenes at the 2009 Home of the Year Gala
CH&L’s Home of the Year Gala on Thursday, July 23, 2009 was a spectacular evening of good friends, fine food and a great cause. David Hintgen and John Moinzad, owners of AERA Studios in Denver, hosted the party at their…
To Life & Art
The bar area gets a splash of color in vivid lime green. On top, Boprae's hand-painted wood and cement squares are incorporated into the balcony railings. By opening the flowing curtains, the homeowners make the balcony a lounge; closing them…
The Cause Behind the Party
The Derby Party, held at Denver Botanic Gardens, is up in attendance from 130 to 2500 since it began eight years ago. All of the event proceeds go to the Sean “Ranch” Lough Memorial Scholarship Fund. The Derby Party, held…
Urban Nest
“I love the Studio Sofa and surrounding bookcases by Thomas O'Brien for Hickory Chair,” designer Jim Hering says. “They are the perfect scale for the room and provide a library-like feel, which makes everything more comfortable. The flat-wood surfaces of…
At Home With...
“These pots aren’t very big, only about three or four inches, but they used to belong to the Queen of England. I just happened to be in England once, and for charity, they were selling off pots because they were switching…
Ask the Expert: Golden Opportunities
Amy Dorsey, president of the Colorado Association of Realtors, offers advice on how to navigate today’s listings.Amy Dorsey, president of the Colorado Association of Realtors, offers advice on how to navigate today's listings. Q: What should homebuyers keep in mind…
Living the Good Life—in Retirement
Notice the luxurious “throne” for hydro-therapy that sits above the indoor pool to the left. Notice the luxurious “throne” for hydro-therapy that sits above the indoor pool to the left. At The Academy in Boulder, residents can choose to rent…
Beyond the Beaten Path
We’ve all seen the log castles, sprawling ski chalets and soaring modern structures that dot the landscape of Colorado’s resort towns. Here’s a different take on what defines luxury in Colorado. Look to these four gems for smart design, a…
Closer to Home
“ wanted the kitchen to have the feel of an old English farmhouse,” says Beth Joseph of Studio3, the designer who handled the kitchen remodel. “And sometimes it's fun to add a few modern touches.” Stainless steel appliances blend beautifully…
A Vision in White
The garden was structured around existing trees and a brick path, which is lined with Winter Gem boxwood. The garden was structured around existing trees and a brick path, which is lined with Winter Gem boxwood. A multitude of textures…
At Home With…
“I saw work when I went to an art festival in Laguna Beach when we lived in Orange County, and I commissioned him to do a piece for over the fireplace. He went behind my house to see which vistas…
Eco-Friendly Communities
Any developer can throw a couple of solar panels on the roof and call a house “green.” But as the next generation of Colorado green developers knows, it takes a little more effort to attract today's savvy eco-conscious buyers. “As…
Our Favorite Room
WHERE IT BEGAN: When designer Jodi Feinhor-Dennis, owner of Invironments in Boulder, walked into this home, it was merely “a shell,” she says. “We needed something to anchor this room, and I envisioned the bookshelves on the back wall.” Feinhor-Dennis…
At Home With…
“This six-inch architectural scale has been my utility companion for my creative years. It’s almost become a security blanket—even though now, with experience, I can eyeball things. I still carry it with me; it’s been with me all over the…
Small But Mighty
The sleek, stainless-steel kitchen runs along one wall. Extra-deep countertops and translucent cabinets from Ikea are a smart use of space. Notice the counter-height refrigerator that was custom-made and the narrow Viking stove, both snug fits for the tidy design.…
A Home of Our Own
The master bedroom features siding-clad walls and walnut floors from Arrigoni Woods. The light above the lounger is “Cloud” by Frank Gehry—an artistic touch among the room’s linear elements. The master bedroom features siding-clad walls and walnut floors from Arrigoni…
10 Things…
1. The 1940s and '50s were exceptional years for furniture, marked by brazen originality, technical innovation and a design sensibility that was purely American—inspired by U.S. confidence in its presence on the world stage. 2. In large part, World War…
CH&L January/February 2009 Resources
A Happy ConvergenceInterior Design: Heather Mourer, One Home, Denver, (720) 946-1505, onehomedesign.comFamily Room: Sofa: “Tufty Time” sectional sofa by B&B Italia, One Home, Denver, (720) 946-1505, onehomedesign.comRug: Lime and grey wool area rug by Merida Meridian, One Home, onehomedesign.comThrow, floor…
Home Again
In the dining room, Davidson used a mix of heirlooms and retail-store furniture. The dining room table is by Crate & Barrel, while the buffet and rug are family antiques. The chandelier was found at Trog de Lights in Denver.…
A Happy Convergence
Blue Herman Miller Eiffel chairs flank a new “Gus” walnut table (from One Home). The teak sideboard is vintage Danish modern and sits below two pieces of modern art purchased at a gallery in Canada. Maharam fabric in brown and…
Relaxed, Refined, Refreshing
The light-filled library glows with golden tones on the walls and the faux bois bookcases and window frames painted by artist David Schultz. “Accessories play a large role here and in every room,” says designer Melinda Douglas. “They are the…
At Home With…
Early in Sara Zook’s career, a client asked her to design a few pieces of custom furniture. The designer discovered a new passion—and a great business. “Because I love the classicism of antiques, I wanted to create a product that…
Our Favorite Room
Where it Began: When homeowners Karen Frame and Sam Simakis bought this Boulder home about three years ago, they had just left a house with—gasp!—white walls. “My mom is an artist, so I’ve been an art collector for a long…
