By Alyson Daughtery and Heather Shoning

Interior Designer at Robyn Scott Interiors, Ltd., Robyn Scott, crafted a fresh take on a traditional, country style house for her personal residence. Reclaimed wood, corrugated metal and rustic red lend to the agrarian feel, while sleek lines and modern materials give this home an updated look. Situated among picturesque peaks surrounding Basalt, the wraparound porch contributes to the small-town atmosphere and uncomplicated mountain lifestyle. Yet, inside, the home has a stylish, loft-like vibe. While the home’s exterior is country inspired, the interior is all about sleek lines and pops of red. An open floor plan allows you to peek into the stainless steel kitchen.

Above: The Colorado mountain lifestyle calls for outdoor living spaces. A patio outfitted with red flagstone and comfortable lawn chairs gives Scott and her family the perfect outdoor dining area for warm summer evenings.

Right: With the warm, natural texture of the stone fireplace demanding attention, the bright red dining chairs are the perfect pieces to balance out this large, open space. The neutral tones and clean-lined furnishings allow these two elements to make a strong impression. High ceilings and the loft create a city-living feel.

Below: Cool concrete floors and crisp, modern furnishings contrast with the richly textured stone fireplace. Plenty of large windows invite striking mountain views inside.

Upstairs the color palette changes just slightly from grays and blacks to warm browns and tans. There are no reds or rough textures competing for your attention; Rather it is filled with soft blankets and woven shades. “I believe that the bedroom should be warm and inviting,” says Scott.

Below: The powder room has a different design than the two guest bathrooms. However, they share one design feature: a floating vanity. A floor-length mirror with embedded lights and sleek fixtures sits in contrast with floor-to-ceiling stonework.

Resource
Interior Design: Robyn Scott Interiors, LTD., Basalt
970.927.5354 | rsidesign.com

For a young family in Boulder, creating a place for entertaining and outdoor living was critical in the remodel of their home. While the original layout allowed access to the ample backyard, the kitchen and dining spaces were dark and closed off.

“The new owners of this canyon residence sought to transform the main living area of the dated home into a contemporary, light-filled dream home with an open floor plan,” says Architect Tom Cattany of Melton Design Build.

Above: The home’s boundary between the indoors and outdoors is nearly invisible. The open floor plan flows one room into the next, and the folding wall systems allow the indoors and outdoors to become one. Upper cabinets with clear glass doors allow light to infuse the space. The transparency lets the eye to travel through, supporting the open feel.

To accomplish this goal, Cattany teamed up with Architect Tim Stone of Kelly & Stone Architects in Steamboat Springs, and created a plan for removing walls and opening the entire back of the home to the outdoors. Several techniques were used; Wall openings between spaces were widened and some walls removed. Low-hanging steel beams were raised flush with the ceiling to create an uninterrupted ceiling throughout the dining, kitchen and living spaces.

Left: Although this space originally accessed the yard, there was no deck to accommodate outdoor dining. The dining room was only open to the rest of the house with two small doors. Now the dining area is a part of the first floor’s open layout, with easy access to additional outdoor seating.

To accentuate the indoor/outdoor connection, a raised Ipe wood deck was built with a concrete fire pit and built-in grill. Aligning the top of the deck with the interior hardwood floor creates a seamless indoor/ outdoor connection.

“A series of NanaWall door and window systems opens the house to the outdoors, further dissolving the boundaries between interior and exterior space,” says Cattany. “The pass-through exterior bar at the kitchen highlights the indoor/outdoor connection.”

Above: The adjoining great room becomes twice as large when the folding doors are open. The expanses create an open-air feel on the entire main floor of the home.

Right : For the ultimate outdoor entertaining, the kitchen opens to an outdoor bar so guests can relax with a drink and chat with others in the kitchen. It makes passing drinks and hors d’oeuvres a breeze.

Below: For the chef in the family, cooking and entertaining don’t have to take place separately. With the kitchen wide-open to the great room, dining room and outdoor living space, it’s easy to entertain and keep cups and plates full.

Resources
Design-Build Firm, Architect:
Melton Design Build, Boulder
303.473.9542 | meltondesignbuild.com

Architect:
Kelly & Stone Architects, Steamboat Springs
970.875.0590 |ksaarch.com

By Anna Rosenberg
Photos by Mountain Home Photos

There was one objective for this home; The homeowners wanted to capture every imaginable view of Aspen Highlands, downtown Aspen and the Valley. They and their guests were to relish in the incredible outdoor light and scenery throughout every room of the nearly 12,000-squrefoot residence. This desire framed the design of the home.

“You are constantly being invited outdoors. We wanted the landscape to continually beckon the homeowners and guests to enjoy the exterior spaces simultaneously with the interior,” says the home’s architect, Jamie L. Brewster McLeod, president of Brewster McLeod Architects, Inc. With decks and patios located directly off each of the six bedrooms, this further enhanced the natural ambiance of this four-acre mountain abode.

By optimizing views, the homeowners were also able to create an extremely efficient energy plan for the house with the use of daylighting. “Daylighting” is an ancient technique of designing a structure to allow the maximum amount of natural light into a space. Home designers accomplish this through the use of mirrors, windows and skylights.

“The 50 windows and nine exterior doors in this home speak directly to their appreciation of the landscape and energy efficient mechanisms,” says Jeff Davis, president of Richard A. Wax & Associates, the builder.

Left: A lawn in Aspen; a rarity and luxury! The heavily landscaped exterior, including a private water feature, simply adds to the ambiance of the sensational grounds of the home.

Above: The limestone surrounding the indoor pool is durable, and the water drains are literally drilled into the limestone to create the look of a seamless deck; It appears as a monolithic slab. The automatic pool cover ensures safety. The incredible light well next to the pool reiterates the daylighting technique used throughout the home.

Glass divides the exercise and recreation room allowing for maximum natural ambiance in the spa. Highlights of this indoor pool and spa include an exercise room, multiple showers, a steam shower and sauna.

Left: The kitchen layout reflects the heart of the space and an eternal communal point. “We made sure to allow for extra living space in association with the kitchen design,” says Brewster McLeod. “This is where families tend to gather the majority of the time. It had to be functional and comfortable with a certain level of sophistication.”

Incorporation of a small work area—a mini-office—addresses the thoughtful use of the shared area. A butler’s pantry, for additional storage behind the bank of built-in refrigerators and freezers, highlights traditional conveniences for a multigenerational retreat. Local carpenter, Eurostyle Woodworking provided the custom cabinets for every storage need throughout the kitchen.

“This is the first home I have designed with an entire floor dedicated to a master suite,” says Brewster McLeod. Her intent was to make the 2,000-square-foot master suite a retreat. No matter how many guests were occupying the home, it was designed to be a haven for the couple; a true escape. The five-room master suite includes the bedroom, his and her private dressing areas, closets and bathrooms with a lounging area to reconnect the couple. Expansive views and a private deck complete the signature indoor/ outdoor connections throughout the suite.

Resources

Architect: Jamie L. Brewster McLeod, AIA
Brewster McLeod Architects, Inc., Aspen
970.544.0130 | brewstermcleod.com

Builder/Developer: Richard A. Wax & Associates, LLC, Aspen
970.920.0236 | waxassociates.com

]]> http://dlmhomeanddesign.com/2013/01/01/daylighting/feed/ 0 http://dlmhomeanddesign.com/2013/01/01/atypical-amenities/ http://dlmhomeanddesign.com/2013/01/01/atypical-amenities/#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2013 21:15:12 +0000 admin http://dlmhomeanddesign.com/?p=586 By Julie Bielenberg
Photos by Michael Brands and Ross Kribbs

This luxury home, originally designed as a spec house, showcases lavish living in the Roaring Fork Valley. Interior Designer Anne Grice, of Anne Grice Interiors, teamed up with Architect Doug Rager and Builder Doug Throm to create a living space any buyer would feel at home in.

Left: Character walnut floors ground the eating space surrounded by the antiqued paneling. There is a disappearing door to the adjacent study that blends into the wall, enhancing the open layout of the home. The light fixture complements the natural tones of the room, and the dining room table has an exposed edge showing the different grains and colors of the wood.

Right: As the center of the home, the kitchen reflects modern desires, such as an open layout allowing for exposure to the dining room and sitting areas. The cherry wood cabinets are all custom-designed by Grice and built by local Roaring Fork Cabinets. The River Green granite countertop and professional-grade appliances hone in on the luxurious nature of the space. The backsplash is a modern linear mosaic, and the open shelves add to the light and airy nature of the kitchen.

“We envisioned a non-traditional house with all the added bells and whistles, such as built-ins, in-floor radiant heat and intricate details throughout the 5,000-square-foot retreat,” says Grice. “Without knowing the potential buyer, we wanted to provide aesthetics that could not be easily found in typical spec homes.”

The result is an upscale, transitional home melding mountain-style beams and stonework with traditional cabinetry and wall paneling. An open floor plan and large windows create a light, airy feel, while capitalizing on the magnificent mountain views.

Above: The stone fireplace is a grand centerpiece for this room. Alder beams accentuate the opulent space and contrast with the smoked European Beech ceiling; something of a rarity. The windows feature motorized solar shades—the wall was built out just to allow for the pocket that houses the shades. The fireplace bench cushion makes good use of the space and adds a pop of color to this neutral home.

Above: Views of Snowmass Mountain abound from this bathroom. The Calcutta Gold marble tile wall and zebra wood cabinetry set the tone for relaxation and sophistication. The Seagrass limestone countertop contains actual fossils cemented within the stone for a truly unique quality. This bathroom provides the ultimate soaking experience while enjoying the mountain vistas.

Left: Red and orange jewel tones provide the rich accent hues of this master retreat. The fireplace mirrors the same stone, as well as identical wood beams from the great room. With views from every window, tranquility embraces the owners when they enter their private quarters.

Below: Walnut cabinets, a honed limestone floor, Jerusalem gold tiles in the shower and a Snow Gold quartzite backsplash are featured in this junior master bathroom. Details such as the countertop and the vanity wall tile provide a seamless continuity.

Resources
Interior Design: Anne Grice Interiors, Apsen
970.429.4148 | annegrice.com

Architect: Doug Rager, Architect, Snomass
970.927.1780 | dougragerarchitect.com

Builder: Doug Throm Construction, Inc., Apsen
970.920.1719

By Heather Shoning

Compact living is on-trend as more people choose an urban lifestyle and take on a “less is more” mindset. However, small square-footage doesn’t mean a home is small on style. These three small sanctuaries, designed by Rowland+Broughton Architecture and Urban Design, offer sophisticated style, ultimate organization and a forward thinking approach to space management.

“Everything has to be functional,” says Sarah Broughton, principal at Rowland+Broughton. “Nothing is in excess.” In the Durant loft in Aspen, an open-trussed ceiling allowed space for a sleeping loft, and a raised platform bedroom creates the illusion of separate spaces. The home, which tops out at 680-square-feet of living space, even includes a built-in desk with ample workspace and storage.

A second mini-abode–this one only 635-squarefeet–capitalizes on wall space from floor to ceiling. One wall, features built-in shelving for maximum storage. Designers planned a consistent color for the walls, baseboard and door casings. “If you don’t break up a wall with different colors, it goes away,” says Broughton.

Above: Uniform flooring throughout the space creates a unified look, making the space feel larger. Floor-to-ceiling closed cabinetry keeps the look clean and uncluttered.

The largest in this series of compact condos is a mere 900-square-feet. In this unit, Rowland+Broughton incorporated smart seating options and a floating bed to maximize wall space. “The floating bed saves space,” says Broughton. “We were able to use one long wall for closets.” In the main area of the home, one long wall-mounted bench serves as seating for both the dining room and the living room.

One common theme throughout all of these petite places: Everything must have a place. Organization is the key to making a small space function properly. And organizing around a homeowner’s belonging makes each space truly custom and unique.

Right: Bench seating accommodates dining and conversation while offering additional storage.

Left: The soft wood tones keep the space feeling light and airy. A small sleeping quarter for guests hangs above the kitchen in this small condo. The living and dining space opens to a patio for additional living space.

Below: The floor-to-ceiling shelving stays tidy with baskets that keep items out of sight.

Jackie Jordan joined Sherwin-Williams in 1985 as a sales associate. Since then, she’s held several positions within the company and is now the director of color marketing. In this role, Jordan is responsible for developing and presenting the latest color trends and resources for do-it-yourself consumers and trade professionals. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design from Kent State University and presents color and design trends to trade groups including homebuilders, architects and designers.

h+d: What factors contribute to determining the  colors that will be popular for the upcoming season or year?
Jordan: It varies from year to year, but we always look at what is happening in fashion, pop culture, economics, world events, national and international trade shows, theater and cinema, the art world, science and technology–these are driving consumer behaviors, think tanks, social media and more.
h+d: How do the different market segments use color palettes? For example, do you find that interior designers tend to be bold with color?
Jordan: Consumers use color palettes for ideas and inspiration as do designers, but designers will not always take the palettes so literally and will perhaps pull colors from different palettes and use them together, or use an individual color from a palette to make a shift in what they are currently specifying.
h+d: When considering Aloe, The Sherwin-Williams 2013 Color of the Year, how should homeowners and designers use the color?
Jordan: It can certainly be use as an all-over color to create a very relaxing and cool atmosphere. It can be pairedwith black and white for a contemporary or modern vibe; with other pastel shades for a more feminine approach; and is a great color for a gender-neutral nursery. It is a great color to pair with gray, driftwood colors and tarnished metals.

(This room is painted in Aloe, the Sherwin-Williams color of the year.)

h+d: Pertaining to the other 40 colors in four palettes for 2013 (See color palettes below), how should the dark colors be used in design?
Jordan: The dark colors can certainly be used on accent walls, but painting an entire room a dark color creates a very dramatic mood or a romantic atmosphere depending on how you decorate.
h+d: How about the High-Voltage palette? Should those colors be splashed on an entire wall?
Jordan: High-Voltage can and should be used on an entire wall. These are great colors for an open floor plan where you can paint a large wall a bright bold shade. We did include a black, white and gray in  this palette as these colors do need to be  tempered with some neutrals as well.

Sherwin-Williams four color palettes for 2013. Top to bottom: Vintage Moxie, High-Voltage, Honed Vitality and Midnight Mystery

Ab0ve: Colorful pillows in bold, modern prints paired with quatrefoil designs on the rug, mirrors and side tables give this room a lavish mix of materials. The overall aesthetic: a clean, modern take on multiple period styles.

Left: For a subtle hint of nostalgia, this contemporary kitchen is topped with a simple version of a classic crown molding.

Clean, Modern with a Touch of Traditional
Transitional design is the melding point between one style and another. A great way to capture a love of modern and longing for traditional is by mixing the two.

Creative Lighting
Layered lighting is used to create an aura, highlighting particular features and offer proper lighting sources for tasks that take place in the room. Creative overhead lighting is a great way to amp up the ambiance. In this example, hidden up-lighting highlights the beams in the ceiling while adding a soft, ambient light to the entire room.

Unique Finishes
Today’s looks are all about custom, and a great way to achieve a custom look is with unique finishes.

Right: This powder bath packs a lot of punch into a small space. Mother of pearl wallpaper adds glitz and texture, and the custom decorative-finish vanity top is a one-of-a-kind piece.

Clear it Up
Create the illusion of space in a cozy corner by using clear, acrylic furnishings.

Left: This transparent coffee table creates a semblance of more open floor space making this reading nook feel spacious.

Luxury Eat-In
As the downsizing trend continues, formal dining rooms are making their exit. That doesn’t mean sacrificing a beautiful place to eat. Instead it means a new blend of luxury and comfort becoming commonplace in eat-in kitchens.

Right: This eat-in area includes bench seating. The luxurious fabrics and accompanying leather chairs maintain the lavish look and complement the adjoining kitchen.

Bathing Beauty
Posh soaking spaces with luxurious finishes continue to be on-trend. Expect to see clean lines mixed with traditional materials.

Below: This contemporary tub and sleek tub filler look right at home with the classic marble flooring and crystal chandelier.

Emerald, Pantone’s  Color of the Year
Emerald green is popping up across the design spectrum on everything from sofas and accessories to bedding and wallpaper.

Creative Colors
The variety of colors in fashion is breathtaking. Expect to see some color trends continuing from last year while mixing it up with new hues for 2013.

Below: This creative mix of colors produces a lavish, warm look. The grain and vivid color of the wood paneling paired with the soft lighting contrasts the cool grayed jade color of the rug and chairs.

Right: Gray remains a popular neutral for 2013. Here it blends with touches of blue, green and the yellow tones of the flooring and cabinetry. Watch for it to be paired with emerald green, poppy red and various shades of orange.

Below: When Pantone promotes a color, you can expect to see it everywhere from the runway to sofas. Thanks to last year’s tangerine and this year’s nectarine, you’ll see shades of orange growing everywhere.

]]> http://dlmhomeanddesign.com/2013/01/01/trending-in-2013/feed/ 0 http://dlmhomeanddesign.com/2013/01/01/expert-profiles/ http://dlmhomeanddesign.com/2013/01/01/expert-profiles/#comments Tue, 01 Jan 2013 19:07:59 +0000 admin http://dlmhomeanddesign.com/?p=473 By Amy Spagnola

Making a House a Home

Kristen Terjesen started her career in set design for a television network. After a few years in the TV business, she decided to move back to Colorado and try her hand at residential and commercial design. Terjesen has been in the Denver area for the past eight years doing high-end residential custom homes and remodels. For the past four years, she’s owned Studio 10 Interior Design and her company does about 60 percent residential and 40 percent commercial projects.

Studio 10 specializes in listening to client needs and tailoring design goals around them. They execute a wide variety of styles, including contemporary, rustic, mountain,  modern and classic Old World styles.

Terjesen says Studio 10 specializes in client interaction and the ability to make a house a home. She sees the big picture and makes design dreams come to life. Some of the Studio 10 clients have a hard time visualizing the end result. Terjesen shows them their space before it’s completed using architectural drawings and renderings.

Terjesen’s background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from Colorado State University, which is a Council for Interior Design Accreditation (CIDA) certified university. She’s worked in the field for 10 years; received the coveted National Council for Interior Design Qualification (NCIDQ) certification; and regularly takes continuing education classes in design and AutoCAD.

Studio 10 employees are also from CIDA certified schools and regularly take continuing education classes. Terjesen is also the chair for the 2013 ASID Crystal Awards. Studio 10 is currently in the process of opening a new showroom at 250 Broadway in Denver.

Studio 10 Interior Design
303.333.4650 | studio10interiordesign.com

Artful Approach

Karen Forey Design Group (KFDG) has been operating in Denver for 30 years; their design philosophy is to think “out-of-the-box.” KFDG has projects on both local and national levels. As a design firm specializing in luxury residential interior design, they focus on how their clients live and function in their homes. They especially enjoy designing living spaces around art collections.

Many of KFDG’s clients are consummate world travelers and love collecting unique and rare art and souvenirs from their travels. This design group strives to incorporate each homeowner’s art finds into their plans in order to provide them with unique and personalized spaces that reflect their own experiences and personalities.

Karen Forey, president of KFDG, specializes in creating a room around a piece of art. “You start with the basics and layer to build a beautiful work of art by bringing in fabrics, materials and textures.”

This design group’s favorite type of work is home remodeling and renovations; they love to study the “bones” of a home and figure out how to keep the architectural integrity but modernize the existing space.

KFDG loves when their clients have a specific style direction. They enjoy the challenge of creating a space with a precise theme in mind, such as incorporating a collection of blue and white antique china into a color scheme that includes exotic Ikat fabrics and dark brown walls.

Forey studied merchandising and design at Florida State University, where she graduated with a Bachelor of Science degree. After graduating, she and her husband moved to Colorado where Forey established her design studio in 1977.

KFDG’s prior projects include a mountain retreat in Vail; a beach house in Malibu, CA; a movie production studio in Eugene, OR; a gulf coast residence in Sarasota, FL; an apartment in the 16th arrondissement (district) of Paris and a residence in St. Tropez.

Karen Forey Design Group
303.329.8777 | karenforeydesign.com

Healthy Habits

Andrea Monath Schumacher started her business while she was working towards a Master’s Degree in Architecture in 1999. She didn’t set out to open an interior design firm but had an accidental first client while in school. She planned on completing her Master’s Degree after the project was finished, but instead ended up acquiring another client, and another and eventually a full-fledged business.

Schumacher strives to bring fresh and creative ideas to the design table. As a conduit between the homeowner’s vision and well-executed design, she feels it’s important for the homeowner-designer relationship to be a team effort and thus, she often resists the urge to impose her design sensibilities on clients.

Her favorite projects involve residential design, which she feels is more personal. Schumacher savors the effect good design has on people and families and feels it’s her duty not only to make things “pretty,” but also to design a space that affects wellness, stress and inspiration levels.

Schumacher received an associate degree in Los Angeles before working at “Days of Our Lives” and then Columbia Pictures. She later received a Bachelor’s Degree in Interior Design from Colorado State University.

O Interior Design
303.458.6462 | ointeriordesign.com

Perfect Vision

Judy Gubner has been working for almost 21 years in Colorado with her Co-Founder, Colleen Johnson, at In-Site Design Group.

The duo specializes in high-end and luxury level residential interior design in all parts of Colorado and across the United States. Gubner’s favorite type of work to do? Whole-home design. She loves starting with the architectural finish layouts and materials and then moving on to furnishings, art and accessories. Gubner also loves major remodels, wherein the designers completely alter and update an existing structure.

Gubner and Johnson are both interior designers, not decorators, they emphasize. According to them, this means that they’re “educated, experienced and have passed the NCIDQ exam (national qualification exam for interior designers).” They’re both Certified Aging-in-Place Specialists, which allows them to work comfortably and competently with issues of proper accessibility for all people within a home.

In-Site Design Group touts some basic tenets, which guide their design process and how they interact with their clients. These principles include a client-focused strategy, respect for the client’s investment and flawless design execution.

In-Site Design Group
303.691.9000 | insite-design-group.com

All-Inclusive

Robyn Scott could not have asked for a better combination of genes. Scott’s mother was an artist and her father was an entrepreneur. With a knack for business and art in her blood, she went on to open her own interior design firm, Basalt-based Robyn Scott Interiors, in 2001.

“I loved seeing the art my mom collected, and I always wanted to place it into homes,” says Scott. Since her mother collected mostly modern art, Scott grew to love the sleek lines of contemporary design. When she opened her own business she specialized in modern design.

In addition to including modern aspects in her designs, Scott believes “a well-designed interior will enhance her client’s life and lifestyle.” When considering how to enhance her client’s lifestyle, Scott studies the outdoor views, architecture, lighting, furniture and exterior of the home. She wants the interior design of the home to tie all of the elements— exterior and interior—together.

“When everything comes together that is what I call ‘artitexture,’” Scott says. In all of her designs she strives to achieve artitexture and believes that when picking a designer people should consider it too. Also, Scott says to decide what your theme will be and stick with it. Don’t neglect lighting because it dictates the atmosphere in a room. Finally, Scott advises to trust your designer and let the creative process begin.

Robyn Scott Interiors
970.927.5354 | rsldesigns.com

Below Right: Surrounded by aspen and evergreens, this copper spa with bench seating and an interior, descending stairway is a great place to rejuvenate after a day of hiking. This spa accommodates up to seven people. Copper is an excellent choice because of its durability, but the beauty is in the color that complements the surrounding stonework and landscaping.

Below Left: This spa, made of stainless steel, has bench seating and custom front skirting. The juxtaposition of the cool metal with warm flagstone and rich green flora creates an alluring landscape.

Resources

Aquality Construction, Broomfield
303.469.2229 | aqualityconstruction.com

Diamond Spas, Frederick
720.864.9115 | diamondspas.com