Envision a sleek modern home in Wheat Ridge that turns an old site into a family dream. Modern Contemporary blends open living with smart features, using quality materials to create a space that's both stylish and practical in Denver's heart. Our clients wanted a home for modern family life, near shops, Sloan’s Lake, and easy drives. Key wishes: solar for green energy, a rooftop deck with mountain sights, and big doors that open rooms to the outdoors. A worn-out old house blocked the vision, so we removed it to build fresh. This opened up the lot for a design that's efficient and fits today's needs, turning challenges into a better way to live. The concept focuses on clean, flowing lines – stone bases with sloped roofs, steel railings, and a kitchen that's simple yet elegant. Glass walls slide away to connect inside with a shaded deck, making everything feel expansive. We applied modern builds for strength and style, with solar panels cutting energy use and costs. It's made to last, blending beauty with real-world toughness. Spacious and open, with four bedrooms and baths for comfort. The main floor links living, kitchen, and deck seamlessly, while upstairs adds more outdoor space for views and relaxation. Since 2015, this home has been a family favorite, mixing sustainability, convenience, and charm. It's a place that enhances daily joy, with thoughtful design that feels right at home in Colorado.

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Rear Facade with Additions Photo By: Erik Kvalsvik
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This 5,523-square-foot French Country residence offers a modern twist on classic European elegance. Located on a prominent corner lot near downtown Naperville, this home blends timeless style with contemporary living. The open-concept main floor flows seamlessly, highlighted by a stunning glass stair tower showcasing the custom curved staircase. A spacious, wrap-around patio provides ample seating to enjoy the vibrant pedestrian traffic of the nearby downtown area. Interior details include groin vaulted hallways on both levels, creating a sense of character and warmth throughout the home. The south-facing Orangerie, bathed in natural light from floor-to-ceiling windows, evokes the charm of a Parisian salon with its classic checkerboard floor and comfortable lounge furniture. The great room, anchored by a transitional fireplace with a black onyx full-height mantel, connects effortlessly to the kitchen and its expansive window-lined back counter and island, creating a generous and inviting living space. The property also includes an attached two-car garage and a detached one-car garage.

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Architecture by Emeritus | Interiors by Elizabeth Walker Raith | Build by Jonathan Raith & Co. | Photos by Tom G. Olcott
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This luxury custom home blends modern farmhouse and transitional design with a refined white-painted brick exterior, bold black window frames, and a contrasting dark roofline. Steep gabled peaks and clean architectural lines create a timeless yet elevated curb appeal, while the arched covered entry introduces warmth and dimension. A natural wood front door anchors the facade, adding an organic contrast to the crisp exterior palette. The three-car garage integrates seamlessly into the design, and subtle exterior lighting enhances both function and ambiance. Thoughtfully designed for both presence and practicality, this home reflects high-end craftsmanship and classic suburban luxury in a clean, modern form.

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This new house was built on a narrow lot, which required the garage to face the street. The architect encouraged the homeowners' to design the house around the garage door since it would be the prominent focal point. They selected a Clopay Canyon Ridge Collection Ultra-Grain Series faux wood carriage house garage door to add to establish a Craftsman theme seen elsewhere in windows and doors.

Photographer:Rob Karosis
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Our clients' home is a stately Tudor with four ensuite bedrooms. A warm, welcoming space meant to host family and friends.
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This memorial garden is a tribute to a beloved son, friend, and brother who tragically passed away from a fatal overdose. The garden is intended to be a serene and uplifting space where friends and family can come to reflect and remember him. This garden’s purpose is to celebrate Beau’s life and personality, offering comfort and peace without focusing heavily on the aspect of loss.

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