Innholdsfortegnelse for August/September 2019 i 5280 Home

WHEN I FIRST READ ABOUT THE 1970s fixer-upper remodeled by Paralympic silver medalist Amy Purdy and her husband, Daniel Gale, I thought about something I believe is true: A home is a three-dimensional reflection of its owners’ personalities and passions. Purdy—whose legs were amputated below the knees after her near-fatal fight with meningococcal meningitis at age 19—is a top-ranked adaptive snowboarder, and an author, inspirational speaker, model, and Dancing with the Stars runner-up. So it’s no surprise that the story of her Silverthorne home (page 74) illustrates her ability to see the potential in a project that, for others, would have posed too many challenges. With ingenuity, elbow grease, help from professionals, and determination, Prudy and Gale created a sanctuary among the aspens. This issue is full of interiors that…

Interior designer Nadia Watts followed one familiar but tricky rule when putting together her deliciously bold dining room: Surround yourself with things you love. Driven by a self-described eclectic style, Watts started with dark walls (Hale Navy by Benjamin Moore)—a practical and versatile base for brighter, more energetic tones and patterns, like the pink and purple hues of the rug and chair upholstery. “Navy makes the room a lot more intimate,” she says. “It’s such a good classic.” ¶ Watts layered in a thoughtful combination of accents she found at local antiques shops and galleries: an ornate gilded mirror, terra-cotta horse figurines, and glazed ginger jars. Whimsical contemporary artwork pops behind the rustic antique chandelier, giving the room a nuanced character. “Adding different textures and materials brings warmth and interest…

1. Tuckerman in Ocean “While ethereal in color, the pattern reads a bit masculine, in a good way,” says Caulkins, who recommends this fabric for dining room seats. The subtle motif “will hide any mishaps quite well!” 2. Ogden in Espresso “To me, Ogden is a timeless animal print that could be used for upholstery, curtains, and pillows all at the same time,” Caulkins says. Bonus: It’s ideal in both modern and traditional spaces. 3. Sunswick in Blue With Dots “If you’re on the hunt for a fabric that will play well outdoors, look no further than this classic English print,” Caulkins says. It’s “lovely in scale,” and “the dots read as a neutral ground that is far from boring.”…

Ask an interior designer for her best advice on how to elevate your home’s decor, and she’ll probably tell you to invest in high-quality lighting. That directive is a whole lot easier to follow now, thanks to the newly opened Circa Lighting showroom in the Denver Design District (DDD). The Savannah, Georgia-based boutique company known for handsome fixtures—from glittering, statement-making chandeliers to sculptural floor lamps and tailored sconces—chose Denver because of the city’s “high demand for beautiful design and quality craftsmanship,” says founder and president Gale Singer. Unlike some of its neighbors at the DDD, the showroom sells direct to consumers—so you can get what you need to bask in the glow of a perfectly chosen fixture. circalighting.com…

For four years, I’ve had the great joy of creating this magazine with a team of whip-smart, creative people. This is my last issue at the helm; I’ll be taking a role as a contributing editor so I can work on additional projects, both journalistic and personal. I’m grateful for every designer, architect, builder, landscape designer, artist, maker, and homeowner who has shared his or her story with us. You’ve inspired me—and reminded us all that great design makes our lives richer.…

What do black-and-white, Greek-key-patterned carpeting; high-gloss green doors; and scalloped, custom-milled ceiling trim have in common? They’re all focal points in some of C&A Interiors’ most memorable rooms. Soon after launching in 2011, the Denver-based firm gained a reputation for turning out deeply personal spaces that incorporate unexpected design elements—in a way that feels fresh and classic. Here, principal Ashley Larson Eitemiller gives us a glimpse into the mind behind the designs. 5280 Home: Clearly, you aren’t afraid of daring design moves. What’s a risk you wish your clients were more willing to take? Ashley Larson Eitemiller: Art is such a great expression of personal style; I would love to see people taking bigger risks with art by choosing bigger and bolder pieces. Is there a particular artist on your…

YOU’RE A LOCAVORE, sourcing your peaches from Palisade, your elk from Antonito, and your Bibb lettuce from the GrowHaus in the Elyria-Swansea neighborhood. So why are you still buying generic furniture from China? It’s easy to outfit your home with beautiful pieces designed right here in the Mile High City—and we have just the list to get you started. These six Colorado companies dream up everything from cabinetry emblazoned with mountain peaks to powder-coated rocking chairs made from recycled steel. Meet them here—and welcome their work into your home. It’s a feel-good, look-good double win. 1 THE FEARLESS FOUNDER Angela Harris If you’ve ever heard Apple’s born-in-a-garage origin story, you know that inspiration often strikes in unlikely places. Angela Harris, principal and CEO of locally owned interior design and…

Turns out, being unceremoniously fired can be a ticket to glory. So it was for Buffalo, New York–born and –bred Ramey Caulkins, who got the axe at an internship in public relations—her first gig after college. “I was fired from a job I wasn’t even getting paid for!” she laughs. Caulkins quickly rerouted after finding her passion for interior design and rose to the top brass at Ann Sacks in Chicago and Kohler in Denver before opening her own firm, Griffin Design Source, in 2004. Now, Caulkins boomerangs between projects in glitterati meccas (Nantucket! Aspen! Palm Springs!) and her style-forward HQ, which is housed in an 1890s cottage next to her own home in North Washington Park. Caulkins cozied up the 1,350-square-foot “home office” in maximalist style. There is a…

The newly built breakfast nook serves as an informal eating and gathering spot, and as a clever space-saver: The bench seat rests atop storage drawers flanked by additional storage units. The modernist Panton chairs are from Design Within Reach. Ignore The Rules For a tall gallery wall, don’t hang your art at eye level. Start close to the top of the furniture and take the art up as high as you want. Note: A combination of narrow frames and large white mats creates a modern look. When In Doubt, Go Neutral! If the idea of devising a tasteful, vibrant color palette makes you nervous, opt instead for timeless, warm white walls, slightly brighter trim, and layers of whites, grays, and beiges in a range of textures.…

Natalie Warady STYLIST A seasoned photo stylist, Natalie Warady knows a house is more than just a building; it’s the backdrop to people’s lives. “My aim when styling [a home] is to embrace the family’s history,” she says. So she was delighted to discover photos and memorabilia from the homeowners’ family integrated into the rooms featured in “Home Made” (page 60). That love of detail also informs her current go-to source of inspiration: Animal Handmade, “whose [locally made] handbag designs remind me of modern [riffs on] Egyptian hieroglyphics,” Warady says. Julie Dugdale WRITER “I’m always a sucker for risky design choices that become brilliant focal points in a room,” says writer Julie Dugdale, who points to the unfinished-plywood headboard in “Home Made” (page 60) and the bold combination of navy…

Most admirers of Tician Papachristou’s Boulder residences have only seen them from afar, but on September 21, everyone can get a closer look at seven of them—inside and out. The self-guided tour is part of Month of Modern, the annual celebration of Boulder design orchestrated by modernist firm HMH Architecture & Interiors. To protect owners’ privacy, visitors won’t receive the addresses until the day of the tour (pick up a map at HMH headquarters), but once guests enter the homes, they’ll see many of Papachristou’s signature design elements, including exposed beams and pillars, and the illusion of the landscape flowing into the built environment. Tickets from $50; September 21, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., monthofmodern.com…

ABEND GALLERY You’ll find a broad spectrum of mediums—think oil paintings, encaustics, 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 noon–6 p.m.; 1412 Wazee St., 303-355-0950, abendgallery.com ARTWORK NETWORK GALLERY & EVENT CENTER This airy two-level gallery is all about connecting artists and collectors. Plus, businesses can get fresh art every 90 days as part of Artwork Network’s Art Rotation program (the gallery even installs the pieces). Monday–Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. and Saturday noon–4 p.m.; special hours First and Third Fridays; 878 Santa Fe Drive, 303-388-7420, artworknetwork.com BALEFIRE GOODS This well-curated Arvada shop offers rotating shows of 2-D art and beautifully crafted jewelry. Owned by a metalsmith, Balefire is an excellent spot to find…

Who (or what) is Sister Parish? She was a socialite and decorator for dignitaries and is perhaps best known for revamping the interior design of the Kennedy White House. Parish died in 1994, but the patterns she designed for her clients live on in a namesake fabric and wallpaper company, Sister Parish Design (sisterparishdesign.com). What’s the Denver connection? Designer Ramey Caulkins—who vacations with her husband, Max, and their family on the same Maine island where Sister Parish’s clan has summered for generations—is now Sister Parish Design’s regional rep and brand ambassador.“I love the brand and the history,” she says. “They were such pioneers!”…

Elizabeth Bear has an intuitive vision for the way spaces come together—as evidenced by her Instagram following of nearly 24,000 devotees, who are hooked on the fresh, modern decor she dreams up for her suburban Denver home and shares on her Instagram feed, @elizabethbeardesigns. Bear’s design cred grew organically from modest retail beginnings: After leaving a corporate gig, she sold her own handcrafted home accessories online and at pop-up markets. When she and her husband purchased their home in Centennial nearly 10 years ago and began fixing it up, friends noticed her skill in creating gorgeous interiors. They began asking her for design advice, and a business was born. The Instagram feed—on which Bear showcases her home-turned-design-lab—and all those followers are just happy byproducts. When Bear first set eyes on…

5280 Home: Your house is beautiful. What’s the backstory? Amy Purdy: We moved to Colorado [after living in Tahoe and Idaho], so I could prepare for the 2014 Paralympic games. After I did Dancing with the Stars, we really wanted to have roots somewhere. We were so tired of renting places and moving a bunch. We kept our eyes open, thinking, “OK, maybe we’ll buy a condo.” But then this house popped up, and I ended up buying it before I even came to check it out, just based on looking at it online. That’s a bold move. I know. [The house] spoke to us because it’s in the mountains. It’s in Silverthorne, and what’s so beautiful about this area is that we’re close to everything. We are a mile…

COVER From “Design Workshop” Pages 68–73 HOME MADE Pages 60–67 Interior design: Kimberly and Marke Johnson, the Made Shop, 4040 W. 32nd Ave., themadeshop.com. Construction: Brad Weiman and Seth Johnson, Work Shop Denver, 4373 Jason St., 720-746-9240, workshopdenver.com. Exterior: windows, Milgard, milgard.com; front door, Iron Door Works, irondoorworks.com. Kitchen: New West Pattern Ten tile in black (on island), Clé Tile, cletile.com; Isaac sconce, Schoolhouse, school house.com; pendants (over island), Rejuvenation, rejuvenation.com; Rustico Tile hexagonal floor tiles in Traditional Saltillo and Manganese Saltillo, rusticotile.com; rustic walnut butcher block countertop (on island), Armani Fine Woodworking, 2680 S. Tejon St., Englewood, 855-720-2455, armanifinewoodworking.com. Dining room: custom table, New Collar Goods, newcollargoods. com; lights, Anthropologie, Cherry Creek Shopping Center, 3000 E. First Ave., 303-394-1443, anthropologie.com. Bar: Lightbearer sconce, Anthropologie; pot filler, Watermark, watermark-designs.com ;…