J Designs Created this turnkey ski chalet located in Vail Colorado is a house full of primary colors and unique custom pieces. The house is laid out over five stories with a vertical feel and a central staircase connecting everything. To break up the thoroughfare we added a funky striped runner that leads you through the spaces and adds a unique pop of texture and color. Throughout the house each space is full of custom designed furniture pieces by J Designs, mixed with an extensive art collection and a stunning view. + The original architecture and finishes of the chalet were by Interior Design Hall of Fame member Orlando Diaz-Azcuy. J Designs worked to create spaces that were full of color but also played nicely with the white oak paneled walls and the slate floors. + The great room was transformed into the heart of the house, with lounging, dining and a nice area for playing games and relaxing on a custom curving bench, the perfect place for watching skiers come down the mountain through the full height windows overlooking Vail Mountain. + I was inspired by the colors of the bathrooms which helped to create cohesiveness in the bedrooms and to determine the color palette for each room. + In the lower level we transformed an unused workout room into a movie room that has a big enough sofa for the whole family with extra floor cushions for any guests.

J Designs Created this turnkey ski chalet located in Vail Colorado is a house full of primary colors and unique custom pieces. The house is laid out over five stories with a vertical feel and a central staircase connecting everything. To break up the thoroughfare we added a funky striped runner that leads you through the spaces and adds a unique pop of texture and color. Throughout the house each space is full of custom designed furniture pieces by J Designs, mixed with an extensive art collection and a stunning view. + The original architecture and finishes of the chalet were by Interior Design Hall of Fame member Orlando Diaz-Azcuy. J Designs worked to create spaces that were full of color but also played nicely with the white oak paneled walls and the slate floors. + The great room was transformed into the heart of the house, with lounging, dining and a nice area for playing games and relaxing on a custom curving bench, the perfect place for watching skiers come down the mountain through the full height windows overlooking Vail Mountain. + I was inspired by the colors of the bathrooms which helped to create cohesiveness in the bedrooms and to determine the color palette for each room. + In the lower level we transformed an unused workout room into a movie room that has a big enough sofa for the whole family with extra floor cushions for any guests.

When full-time Massachusetts residents contemplate building a second home in Telluride, Colorado the question immediately arises; does it make most sense to hire a regionally based Rocky Mountain architect or a sea level architect conveniently located for all of the rigorous collaboration required for successful bespoke home design. Determined to prove the latter true, Siemasko + Verbridge accompanied the potential client as they scoured the undulating Telluride landscape in search of the perfect house site. The selected site’s harmonious balance of untouched meadow rising up to meet the edge of an aspen grove and the opposing 180 degree view of Wilson’s Range spoke to everyone. A plateau just beyond a fork in the meadow provided a natural flatland, requiring little excavation and yet the right amount of upland slope to capture the views. The intrinsic character of the site was only enriched by an elk trail and snake-rail fence. Establishing the expanse of Wilson’s range would be best served by rejecting the notion of selected views, the central sweeping curve of the roof inverts a small saddle in the range with which it is perfectly aligned. The soaring wave of custom windows and the open floor plan make the relatively modest house feel sizable despite its footprint of just under 2,000 square feet. Officially a two bedroom home, the bunk room and loft allow the home to comfortably sleep ten, encouraging large gatherings of family and friends. The home is completely off the grid in response to the unique and fragile qualities of the landscape. Great care was taken to respect the regions vernacular through the use of mostly native materials and a palette derived from the terrain found at 9,820 feet above sea level. Photographer: Gibeon Photography

J Designs Created this turnkey ski chalet located in Vail Colorado is a house full of primary colors and unique custom pieces. The house is laid out over five stories with a vertical feel and a central staircase connecting everything. To break up the thoroughfare we added a funky striped runner that leads you through the spaces and adds a unique pop of texture and color. Throughout the house each space is full of custom designed furniture pieces by J Designs, mixed with an extensive art collection and a stunning view. + The original architecture and finishes of the chalet were by Interior Design Hall of Fame member Orlando Diaz-Azcuy. J Designs worked to create spaces that were full of color but also played nicely with the white oak paneled walls and the slate floors. + The great room was transformed into the heart of the house, with lounging, dining and a nice area for playing games and relaxing on a custom curving bench, the perfect place for watching skiers come down the mountain through the full height windows overlooking Vail Mountain. + I was inspired by the colors of the bathrooms which helped to create cohesiveness in the bedrooms and to determine the color palette for each room. + In the lower level we transformed an unused workout room into a movie room that has a big enough sofa for the whole family with extra floor cushions for any guests.

Perched upon a small plateau in a rugged terrain, the house is surrounded by a powerful landscape. The building’s linear organization and expanse of glass has a dynamic relationship with its surroundings. Its siting, layout and structure combine to achieve a flexible, open living environment with generous access to the light, spectacular views and the outdoors. The house is modularly planned, with a corridor to the east linking a series of semi-enclosed spaces facing the west. Broad sliding glass panels open to blur indoor/outdoor spatial boundaries and multiple bands of clerestory glass wash the interior with light and provide for natural ventilation. A perimeter structural frame paired with internal shear walls support the building. The steel and wood trusses provide a rhythm to the interior open spaces while connecting interior and exterior structural systems. The robust exterior column structure allows a structure-free glass envelope. A.I.A. Western Mountain Region Design Award of Merit 2003 A.I.A. Wyoming Chapter Design Award of Honor 2004 A.I.A. Wyoming Chapter Design Award of Merit 2001 Project Year: Pre-2005

Ann Lowengart Interiors took a dated Lafayette Tuscan-inspired villa and transformed it into a timeless Californian ranch. The 5,045 Sq. Ft gated estate sited on 2.8-acres boasts panoramic views of Mt. Diablo, Briones Regional Park, and surrounding hills. Ann Lowengart dressed the modern interiors in a cool color palette punctuated by moody blues and Hermès orange that are casually elegant for a family with tween children and several animals. Unique to the residence is an indigo-walled library complete with a hidden bar for the adults to imbibe in.

When full-time Massachusetts residents contemplate building a second home in Telluride, Colorado the question immediately arises; does it make most sense to hire a regionally based Rocky Mountain architect or a sea level architect conveniently located for all of the rigorous collaboration required for successful bespoke home design. Determined to prove the latter true, Siemasko + Verbridge accompanied the potential client as they scoured the undulating Telluride landscape in search of the perfect house site. The selected site’s harmonious balance of untouched meadow rising up to meet the edge of an aspen grove and the opposing 180 degree view of Wilson’s Range spoke to everyone. A plateau just beyond a fork in the meadow provided a natural flatland, requiring little excavation and yet the right amount of upland slope to capture the views. The intrinsic character of the site was only enriched by an elk trail and snake-rail fence. Establishing the expanse of Wilson’s range would be best served by rejecting the notion of selected views, the central sweeping curve of the roof inverts a small saddle in the range with which it is perfectly aligned. The soaring wave of custom windows and the open floor plan make the relatively modest house feel sizable despite its footprint of just under 2,000 square feet. Officially a two bedroom home, the bunk room and loft allow the home to comfortably sleep ten, encouraging large gatherings of family and friends. The home is completely off the grid in response to the unique and fragile qualities of the landscape. Great care was taken to respect the regions vernacular through the use of mostly native materials and a palette derived from the terrain found at 9,820 feet above sea level. Photographer: Gibeon Photography

"About This Project: Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of nature, feeling like you've escaped to a remote mountain getaway every day. This is the feeling you get when you step into the master suite of this perfect mountain modern home, complete with 2,850 square feet of living space. The great room is designed for entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece, and the kitchen is ideal for gathering with loved ones or hosting special occasions. Extend your gatherings to the spacious outdoor dining area and take in the fresh mountain air. The lower level living space is just as impressive, with striking steel and wood open tread stairs leading to an inviting recreation room that boasts a wine cellar transformed into a piece of art with a glass wall. The multimedia space, complete with billiards table and movie-watching areas, is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with loved ones. This mountain modern home truly has it all. 41 West is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, 41 West is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

This 2,500 square foot “studio” is located in a neighborhood bisected by alleys and containing charming remnants of indigenous outbuildings common to the region. The desire was to create a clean, open, contemporary interior in a building that outwardly referenced its context. The primary form of the house took shape from the long, narrow lot. On the north end, which faces an alley, a patinated clad steel structure forms a canopy for the entry. This carefully scaled “cabin”, raised above the upper level to access a glimpse of the mountains, pays homage to the many sheds lining the alley. The south end features a terrace above the garage that is an extension of the primary interior space. The masonry west wall of the building provides privacy from the adjacent lot. This functional “spine” contains program elements on both levels and is visible internally and externally. A gently curved wall provides continuity between the floors and shields a bathroom and dressing area. This wall stops short of the ceiling, allowing the uninterrupted plane of maple veneer plywood to form a canopy unifying the spaces. A.I.A. Wyoming Chapter Design Award of Honor 2004

This custom residence blends vernacular mountain architecture with refined contemporary detailing, creating a timeless retreat that feels deeply rooted in its natural setting. Composed of simple gabled forms, the home is clad in locally inspired stone masonry paired with dark standing-seam metal accents and roofing, establishing a strong yet understated material palette. The architecture emphasizes durability, authenticity, and a connection to the landscape. Thick stone walls provide a sense of permanence while contrasting with the clean lines of the metal-clad entry volume. Carefully proportioned windows frame views of the surrounding forest and allow warm interior light to animate the façade. A central stone chimney serves as both a visual anchor and a traditional hearth element, reinforcing the home's lodge-inspired character. Set among native grasses, boulders, and mature pines, the residence appears seamlessly integrated into the terrain. The restrained massing, natural materials, and muted color palette create a quiet architectural presence that complements rather than competes with the surrounding environment. The result is a contemporary mountain home that balances rustic warmth with modern simplicity, offering a sophisticated interpretation of regional residential design.

"About This Project: Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of nature, feeling like you've escaped to a remote mountain getaway every day. This is the feeling you get when you step into the master suite of this perfect mountain modern home, complete with 2,850 square feet of living space. The great room is designed for entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece, and the kitchen is ideal for gathering with loved ones or hosting special occasions. Extend your gatherings to the spacious outdoor dining area and take in the fresh mountain air. The lower level living space is just as impressive, with striking steel and wood open tread stairs leading to an inviting recreation room that boasts a wine cellar transformed into a piece of art with a glass wall. The multimedia space, complete with billiards table and movie-watching areas, is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with loved ones. This mountain modern home truly has it all. Campagna Homes is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Campagna Homes is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

WINNER: Silver Award – One-of-a-Kind Custom or Spec 4,001 – 5,000 sq ft, Best in American Living Awards, 2019 Affectionately called The Magnolia, a reference to the architect's Southern upbringing, this project was a grass roots exploration of farmhouse architecture. Located in Phoenix, Arizona’s idyllic Arcadia neighborhood, the home gives a nod to the area’s citrus orchard history. Echoing the past while embracing current millennial design expectations, this just-complete speculative family home hosts four bedrooms, an office, open living with a separate “dirty kitchen”, and the Stone Bar. Positioned in the Northwestern portion of the site, the Stone Bar provides entertainment for the interior and exterior spaces. With retracting sliding glass doors and windows above the bar, the space opens up to provide a multipurpose playspace for kids and adults alike. Nearly as eyecatching as the Camelback Mountain view is the stunning use of exposed beams, stone, and mill scale steel in this grass roots exploration of farmhouse architecture. White painted siding, white interior walls, and warm wood floors communicate a harmonious embrace in this soothing, family-friendly abode. Project Details // The Magnolia House Architecture: Drewett Works Developer: Marc Development Builder: Rafterhouse Interior Design: Rafterhouse Landscape Design: Refined Gardens Photographer: ProVisuals Media Awards Silver Award – One-of-a-Kind Custom or Spec 4,001 – 5,000 sq ft, Best in American Living Awards, 2019 Featured In “The Genteel Charm of Modern Farmhouse Architecture Inspired by Architect C.P. Drewett,” by Elise Glickman for Iconic Life, Nov 13, 2019

"About This Project: Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of nature, feeling like you've escaped to a remote mountain getaway every day. This is the feeling you get when you step into the master suite of this perfect mountain modern home, complete with 2,850 square feet of living space. The great room is designed for entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece, and the kitchen is ideal for gathering with loved ones or hosting special occasions. Extend your gatherings to the spacious outdoor dining area and take in the fresh mountain air. The lower level living space is just as impressive, with striking steel and wood open tread stairs leading to an inviting recreation room that boasts a wine cellar transformed into a piece of art with a glass wall. The multimedia space, complete with billiards table and movie-watching areas, is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with loved ones. This mountain modern home truly has it all. CRx Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, CRx Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

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"About This Project: Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of nature, feeling like you've escaped to a remote mountain getaway every day. This is the feeling you get when you step into the master suite of this perfect mountain modern home, complete with 2,850 square feet of living space. The great room is designed for entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece, and the kitchen is ideal for gathering with loved ones or hosting special occasions. Extend your gatherings to the spacious outdoor dining area and take in the fresh mountain air. The lower level living space is just as impressive, with striking steel and wood open tread stairs leading to an inviting recreation room that boasts a wine cellar transformed into a piece of art with a glass wall. The multimedia space, complete with billiards table and movie-watching areas, is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with loved ones. This mountain modern home truly has it all. CRx Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, CRx Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

"About This Project: Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of nature, feeling like you've escaped to a remote mountain getaway every day. This is the feeling you get when you step into the master suite of this perfect mountain modern home, complete with 2,850 square feet of living space. The great room is designed for entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece, and the kitchen is ideal for gathering with loved ones or hosting special occasions. Extend your gatherings to the spacious outdoor dining area and take in the fresh mountain air. The lower level living space is just as impressive, with striking steel and wood open tread stairs leading to an inviting recreation room that boasts a wine cellar transformed into a piece of art with a glass wall. The multimedia space, complete with billiards table and movie-watching areas, is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with loved ones. This mountain modern home truly has it all. CRx Construction is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, CRx Construction is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

"About This Project: Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of nature, feeling like you've escaped to a remote mountain getaway every day. This is the feeling you get when you step into the master suite of this perfect mountain modern home, complete with 2,850 square feet of living space. The great room is designed for entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece, and the kitchen is ideal for gathering with loved ones or hosting special occasions. Extend your gatherings to the spacious outdoor dining area and take in the fresh mountain air. The lower level living space is just as impressive, with striking steel and wood open tread stairs leading to an inviting recreation room that boasts a wine cellar transformed into a piece of art with a glass wall. The multimedia space, complete with billiards table and movie-watching areas, is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with loved ones. This mountain modern home truly has it all. Campagna Homes is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Campagna Homes is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."

When full-time Massachusetts residents contemplate building a second home in Telluride, Colorado the question immediately arises; does it make most sense to hire a regionally based Rocky Mountain architect or a sea level architect conveniently located for all of the rigorous collaboration required for successful bespoke home design. Determined to prove the latter true, Siemasko + Verbridge accompanied the potential client as they scoured the undulating Telluride landscape in search of the perfect house site. The selected site’s harmonious balance of untouched meadow rising up to meet the edge of an aspen grove and the opposing 180 degree view of Wilson’s Range spoke to everyone. A plateau just beyond a fork in the meadow provided a natural flatland, requiring little excavation and yet the right amount of upland slope to capture the views. The intrinsic character of the site was only enriched by an elk trail and snake-rail fence. Establishing the expanse of Wilson’s range would be best served by rejecting the notion of selected views, the central sweeping curve of the roof inverts a small saddle in the range with which it is perfectly aligned. The soaring wave of custom windows and the open floor plan make the relatively modest house feel sizable despite its footprint of just under 2,000 square feet. Officially a two bedroom home, the bunk room and loft allow the home to comfortably sleep ten, encouraging large gatherings of family and friends. The home is completely off the grid in response to the unique and fragile qualities of the landscape. Great care was taken to respect the regions vernacular through the use of mostly native materials and a palette derived from the terrain found at 9,820 feet above sea level. Photographer: Gibeon Photography

"About This Project: Imagine waking up to breathtaking views of nature, feeling like you've escaped to a remote mountain getaway every day. This is the feeling you get when you step into the master suite of this perfect mountain modern home, complete with 2,850 square feet of living space. The great room is designed for entertaining, with a large wood-burning fireplace as its centerpiece, and the kitchen is ideal for gathering with loved ones or hosting special occasions. Extend your gatherings to the spacious outdoor dining area and take in the fresh mountain air. The lower level living space is just as impressive, with striking steel and wood open tread stairs leading to an inviting recreation room that boasts a wine cellar transformed into a piece of art with a glass wall. The multimedia space, complete with billiards table and movie-watching areas, is perfect for entertaining guests or relaxing with loved ones. This mountain modern home truly has it all. Showcase Builders is a member of the Certified Luxury Builders Network. Certified Luxury Builders is a network of leading custom home builders and luxury home and condo remodelers who create 5-Star experiences for luxury home and condo owners from New York to Los Angeles and Boston to Naples. As a Certified Luxury Builder, Showcase Builders is proud to feature photos of select projects from our members around the country to inspire you with design ideas. Please feel free to contact the specific Certified Luxury Builder with any questions or inquiries you may have about their projects. Please visit www.CLBNetwork.com for a directory of CLB members featured on Houzz and their contact information."