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A FEW YEARS AGO, as I was chatting with Denver-based interior designer Nadia Watts, I floated an idea to her on a whim: “I’m thinking of painting my dining room navy blue.” Nadia (whose knack for style is on display in “Simply Charming,” page 86) tilted her head, smiled, and said, “No, I think you should use grasscloth.” She was right. The handsome textural wallpaper was exactly what the room needed: prettier (and fancier) than mere paint for the room where we celebrate holidays and birthdays and—more often—tackle jigsaw puzzles or homework projects with our kids. It elevates the room without upstaging or distracting from the real life that happens in it. If you wish you could have your own serendipitous chat with a local pro before you hang curtains…

CACTUS PRINT > $100, 16 inches by 20 inches, WilderCalifornia, etsy.com/shop/wildercalifornia SKYLINE RUG > $299 for 2.5 feet by 9 feet, Rejuvenation, rejuvenation.com AMANI BASKETS > $195 for set of two, Citizenry, the-citizenry.com the-citizenry.com ZUNI STORAGE JAR (CIRCA 1950) > $2,500, David Cook Galleries, 1637 Wazee St., 303-623-8181, davidcookgalleries.com KAVYA BENCH > $499, Room & Board, 222 Detroit St., 303-322-6462, roomandboard.com RODAN PENDANT LIGHT > $349, Crate & Barrel, 101 Clayton Lane, 303-331-9300, crateandbarrel.com FARRAH PILLOW IN WHEAT > starting at $200, Bloom by Anuschka, 2353 E. Third Ave., 720-941-2862, bloomdenver.com ALDAMA CHAIR IN BLACK AND NATURAL > $825, Citizenry, the-citizenry.com…

GLOBAL STYLE Boulder’s Jamie Lauren Designs delivers fresh, colorful decor made from textiles sourced from afar. When corporate media and advertising veteran Jamie Solveson signed up for a Thursday-night upholstery class, she wasn’t looking for a new profession. “I was approaching 40 and my kids were really young,” says the Boulder-based designer, “and I just wanted to do something for myself at night.” But working with her hands—“taking things apart and rebuilding something new and modern”—inspired her to ditch the nine-to-five. So began Jamie Lauren Designs, Solveson’s eponymous line of pillows, handbags, and upholstered ottomans handcrafted from the bright, boldly patterned textiles she sources from tiny villages across the globe—mainly in Peru, Africa, and Thailand. Handwoven Peruvian frazadas (blankets), one-of-a-kind African indigo and mudcloth, and delicately embroidered Thai hmong (“flower…

ABECEDARIAN GALLERY This small, meticulously curated gallery has a unique niche: book-art exhibitions. It’s open by appointment only, so grab some fellow bookworms and make it a group visit. By appointment; 910 Santa Fe Drive, Unit 15, 720-230-4566, abecedariangallery.com ABEND GALLERY You’ll find a broad spectrum of mediums—think oil paintings, encaustic, and mixed media—from local, national, and international artists at this large, well-lit gallery. (A robust inventory practically guarantees you’ll find something you love.) Tuesday–Saturday 10 a.m.–6 p.m.; 2260 E. Colfax Ave., 303-355-0950, abendgallery.com ACCESS GALLERY Nearly 20 percent of Americans have disabilities, yet rarely do we see art and images that reflect this number. Showcasing work by both emerging and renowned artists with disabilities, this Art District on Santa Fe gallery explores societal views and disability culture. Tuesday 10…

COVER › From “Picture Perfect,” Pages 80-85 Interior Design: Shea McGee, Studio McGee, studiomcgee.com. Dining room: Cairo rug in blue, La Pergola extension dining table in reclaimed pine, Ruthie dining chair in black oak, Morris lantern in gilded iron, Black Stripe baskets in corn husk over iron, all McGee & Co, mcgee andco.com; large electric clock by Newgate Clocks, Amara, us.amara.com; Loops art print in natural raw-wood frame, Minted, minted.com; drapes by Susan Connor New York, susanconnorny.com. DESIGN SECRETS FROM THE PROS Pages 37-46 Master bathroom, interior design: Anna Smith, Annabode & Co., 12769 W. Montana Drive, 720-432-5598, annabode.com. Finishes: Isle rod pendant in Modern Black, Cedar & Moss, cedarandmoss.com; midcentury credenza, Stanley (vintage), chairish.com; Turkish Peshtemal towel, Dokuma Atelier, Etsy, etsy.com/shop/ DokumaAtelier; Trinsic bathroom shower faucet in Champagne Bronze,…

Q WHAT’S YOUR FAVORITE DESIGN TRICK? Susie Brenner PHOTOGRAPHER For her 1906 Denver Square, photographer Susie Brenner came up with a color scheme that honors the home’s history and gives it an infusion of fun: neutrals in large, open rooms and hits of brighter or bolder color in smaller spaces. Her go-to accent hues? Hot Apple Spice in the powder room and Chopped Dill in the stairway, both from Benjamin Moore. Brenner was the perfect person to shoot two of the gorgeous (and colorful) home offices in “Work It” (page 58). “I loved [design firm] Layers & Lines’ approach, with the gold desk and that purple velvet chair,” she says.“Perfection!” Julie Dugdale WRITER Freelance writer Julie Dugdale learned the hard way that having an in-house workspace is key to creative…

Design is kind of like craft beer or first dates or ski conditions: When it’s good, you just know. But these instincts don’t always guide us to the right paint color or tell us how high to hang the chandelier. In other words: It’s best to consult the pros. So, to get to the bottom of what makes these four irresistible spaces tick, we asked the designers behind them to share their winning ideas. (You’ll be surprised by how quickly the gallery wall came together and what makes the kitchen feel oh-so Colorado.) [1] master Bathroom Design Secret: Celebrate your home’s history (with a nod to the present, of course!). Designer Anna Smith of Annabode & Co. is part design historian. “Whatever your home’s original time period,” she says, “you…

Telecommuting. Working remotely. Call it what you want, but working from home is the new normal. Problem is, being productive at home is kind of impossible if you don’t have a dedicated space where you can mentally get in the zone. Lounging on the sofa (ahem, in front of the TV) or spreading out at the kitchen table (don’t mind the kids’ craft projects and those shopping bags you dropped there yesterday) isn’t exactly conducive to getting the job done—or even started. Better idea: Turn that awkward spare room or empty corner into a home office. Here, three design pros explain how to create a workspace that reflects your style and inspires you to get down to business. 1. ROOM TO ROAM Ashley Campbell Interior Design When a young professional…

❈ IT WASN’T THE BIGGEST HOME ON THE leafy street in Hilltop, nor the flashiest. But as soon as Ashley Swapp and her husband, Tom, saw this 1932 Tudor, they were smitten. The 2,400-square-foot house oozed enough historic character to overshadow its age-related shortcomings (dark interior and awkward, misused space), and they knew it was just a matter of finding the right designer to help make it their own. “We always wanted to live in an older neighborhood in an older home with charm,” Swapp says. A floral designer with a trained eye and the owner of Denver’s Park Floral Design, Swapp is no stranger to style—something she has in common with her college friend, Shea McGee, co-owner of Insta-darling design firm Studio McGee, which is based in Salt Lake…

When Jennifer Calcao and her husband, Tony, envisioned their dream kitchen, they just couldn’t get excited about the ubiquitous all-white options. “I’m from the Caribbean and we love color,” Jennifer says. “Going full-on white was too much of a departure for us.” With help from architect and designer Brad Burch of Index AD and builder Dan Drury of Field West Construction , the couple devised this color-drenched kitchen for their new Boulder digs. “It’s the anchor of the home,” Burch says. The space suits the buzz of everyday life, with a galley-style island (by Norcraft Cabinetry) that doubles as a buffet and homework station, and an in-island sink that allows the cook to socialize with family and guests while prepping food or cleaning up. The blue-gray island and Ann Sacks’…

BOWLED OVER Simple fact: You’ll never fully conquer all the flotsam and jetsam of life—those loose paper clips, extra keys, and spare change. But finding pretty containers to wrangle it all, like these gorgeous handmade leather bowls by Boulder artist and designer Alexa Allen, is one way to embrace life’s chaos in style. The leather-crafter for local jewelry guru Todd Reed’s line of men’s belts and bracelets, Allen appreciates the imperfect beauty of her medium. “Forming the bowls is quite basic,” she says. “You get the leather wet, then form it over a mold, but it’s a very physical process: a lot of pushing, stretching, and making sure [the leather] gets into the right shape.” She adds artistic flair with varying patterns of ink, thread, and gold leaf after the…

 4 cups chicken stock or water “This is a well-known street food in Italy and—warning!—can be quite addictive.” 1 tablespoon kosher salt 1 cup medium-grind polenta ½ gallon canola oil 1 cup Gorgonzola cheese In a 4-quart pot, heat chicken stock or water. Once water boils, add salt. Stir until dissolved. Whisk in polenta and stir continuously for about 15 minutes to prevent clumps. Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, whisking several times. Taste to ensure that the polenta is completely cooked. Pour into a jellyroll pan and smooth with a spatula. Refrigerate, uncovered, for 2 hours or until cool. Remove polenta and cut into 3- to 4-inch strips. Dry with paper towels. Let sit on counter for an hour. Meanwhile, heat oil in a 1 ½-gallon pot to…

> Go Green. “Plants instantly add life and character to a space, and a hanging planter in front of a window is a great way to keep fresh herbs close at hand.” —Lee Mayer, CEO and co-founder of Havenly.com > Splurge On Hardware. “Updating your hardware from a knob to a pull, or a fun metal like a satin gold, will make your kitchen feel fresh and current.” —Katie Schroder, owner/ designer, Atelier Interior Design > Light It Up. “Installing under-cabinet lighting can quickly add interest. Bring in an electrician or even buy from a hardware store and install yourself.” —Schroder > Be Bold. “Make the greatest impact without a huge expense with paint! Painting your cabinets nontraditional kitchen colors, like deep grays or blues, is interesting and fun.” —Jennifer…

> “Choose a bold wallpaper or playful pattern with paint for bathrooms.” Regan Mattingly, Chalet > “Don’t forget the ceiling. So many times the ceiling is left white. I say, ‘Seize the ceiling.’ Paint it the same color as your walls, but in a flat finish. Better yet, wallpaper your ceiling and paint the trim a bold or complementary color to the paper. Leave walls neutral or use a plain grasscloth for texture.” Ramey Caulkins, Griffin Design Source > “Start with the color palette. I pick a few colors that my clients really like and that make sense together and repeat them throughout the house, in different applications. For example, navy blue: Paint the front door navy, then repeat the color in another room on the sofa, and lacquer the…