THE ECONOMY MIGHT BE REBOUNDING, but it’s still a difficult time to sell a house. By the end of 2009, the number of single-family home sales in Denver had dropped 20 percent from the previous year, according to Denver Land…
Henry drew details for the remodel from the original house: a floating vanity in the master bath echoes a similar feature in the extraordinary glass-walled powder room; the new office addition blends in seamlessly with the help of flagstone flooring…
BEFORE A FEW YEARS AGO, Annie Huston, co-founder of Englewood-based landscape design-and-build company Columbine Design, visited a for-sale property as a homebuyer. When she stepped foot inside the house, she remembers it was absolutely magnificent: clean, tidy, inviting. It even…
THERE'S A REASON THAT SUMMIT COUNTY has been dubbed “Colorado’s Playground.” With its four world-class ski resorts, countless acres of wilderness and super-easy access from the Front Range (and Denver International Airport), it’s where Front Rangers and out-of-state tourists alike…
MARKET PROFILE:In January 2008, the Arrabelle at Vail Square—a luxurious new hotel and condominium development by Rock Resorts—opened to much fanfare at the base of Lionshead in Vail. Its lavish, Old-World décor and high-end sticker price was celebrated at the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Vail Valley is a little quieter than it has been after years of bustling real estate deals. Residential sales dropped 44 percent in 2008, and consumers are no longer building and remodeling in record numbers.Yet this Colorado ski valley is…
Created by master ceramicists Villeroy and Boch in the mid-19th century, this triple vase comprises three vessels attached end to end.Crafted in the 19th century, this Italian ivory-inlaid cabinet, carved of walnut, was directly imported from Rome. The extraordinary detail…
In our September issue, we asked three local designers to cook up their dream kitchen designs and we brought you their visions, expressed in three different styles: Hollywood Glam, Eco-traditional and Chic Minimalist (see "Three Kitchens, Three Flavors"). Here, Joni…
Click on the title links to view the galleries.The Colorado Garden Show's 2008 Grant & Scholarship Awards CeremonyOn Sunday, May 4 at the Butterfly Pavilion in Westminster, the Colorado Garden Show and its board of directors awarded $336, 270 in…
DENVERDon’t believe the gloom and doom you hear about the real estate market. In nearly every metropolitan city, there are still neighborhoods where the markets are healthy, and Denver is no exception. In a January presentation to local realtors, the…
Four Seasons Residence Club, VailThe Club at Solaris, VailFour Seasons Residence Club, VailThe Club at Solaris, VailMaytag Mountain Ranch, Hillside 1. Four Seasons Residence Club, VailLocated at the main entrance to Vail Village and a short walk from the base…
Antique Cast Iron Chair with Roses (price upon request or $549 for the 3-piece patio set) DjUNA, Denver, (303) 355-3500, djuna.com Why we love it: The chair’s feminine curves and flowery motif remind us of warm spring days in a…
No matter if you hit the ball like the pros or can’t tell a pitching wedge from a pie wedge, there are plenty of reasons to consider a home in a golf community: the stunning views, spacious residences or top-notch…
Kari Foster and her colleagues at Associates III wrote the book on eco-friendly interior design. Literally. It’s called Sustainable Residential Interiors, and it gives designers and homeowners the scoop on how to create stylish green rooms. At her own home…
Nearly 20 years ago, this 21,000-acre historic ranch property was annexed to Colorado Springs. It is now being built-out as an all-inclusive community with tree-lined streets, open space, neighborhood schools, town centers with shops, restaurants and cultural centers, open space,…
Dream Dinners’ Potato & Rosemary Crusted Salmon Click here for a printable recipe where to go when you’re on the goDenver Area Dream Dinners’ Potato & Rosemary Crusted Salmon Click here for a printable recipe where to go when you’re…
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As CH&L’s editors travel across the state to cover the people and places that make Colorado distinctive, we often discover what we call our “new favorite things,” everyday indulgences or big-time splurges that we can’t wait to share with each…
