Innehållsförteckning för April/May 2019 från 5280 Home

WE’VE ALL HAD THE EXPERIENCE of walking into a room—or wandering through a garden—and feeling really good. It’s intoxicating, inspiring—yet try as we might to dissect that space’s design, we find there’s no one secret ingredient; the magic is in the alchemy of balance and scale, light and color, texture and pattern. When I spin through my memories, I can recall many such places: beach houses that smell of damp wood and salty air, their doormats sprinkled with shells and sand; an irresistible corner of my cousin’s mountain home, where a pair of club chairs sits just so beside the fireplace; the charming, intimate dining room of a manor house in France’s Loire Valley, where I lived as an exchange student; the front porch of my childhood home in Florida,…

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Every design-obsessed homeowner knows that the reward for the hours and dollars spent creating a beautiful room is the satisfaction we feel each time we step inside it. But let’s be honest: A moment in the spotlight and some extra cash would be nice too. That’s just what Denver native Hannah Pobar was thinking when she launched Home Studio—a collection of styled homes that are available to rent for photo shoots—back in 2016. The former professional photographer had been opening her tiny San Francisco apartment to brands like HGTV and Anthropologie, which were looking for lived-in, light-filled spaces for their shoots, and as demand for her home grew, Pobar recognized a business opportunity. “I wanted to let other people work with brands the way I had been able to,” she…

ALRIGHT, ALRIGHT. You asked (and nudged and begged), so we’ve done it: Here, our totally subjective and (almost, but not quite) comprehensive list of the shops 5280 Home editors recommend for home-renovation projects. No furniture or fabric stores here. Instead, these are the places to buy all those fixed-in-place finishes: cabinets, tile, lighting, appliances, and kitchen and bath fixtures. Most of the stores are locally owned, but a few chains made the list (there are no big-box stores, though). And all our choices were derived independently—not based on advertising. So, whether you’ve got a renovation on the horizon or you’re just starting to dabble with the idea, save this list and let it be your starting point.…

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 noon–6 p.m.; 1412 Wazee St., 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 a.m.– 2…

THE SNOWBALL EFFECT Pages 62–69 Architecture and interior finish selections: Toby Branch, architect, and Danielle McMahon, interior designer, Branch Architecture Studio, 2324 Bellaire St., 303-621-5952, branch architecturestudio.com. Interior design: Homeowners Brandi and Scott Fuller. Kitchen design: Mikal Otten, Exquisite Kitchen Design, 601 S. Broadway, Suite F, 303-282-0382, myekdesign.com. General contractor: Colorado Urban Builders, 144 W. Bayaud Ave., 303-229-8296, coloradourbanbuildersllc.com. Landscape design: Lifescape Colorado, 455 S. Platte River Drive, 303-831-8310, lifescapecolorado.com. Wood flooring: The Wooden Wish, 9476 Piney Creek Road, Parker, 720-413-1648, thewooden wish.com. HVAC: Rogers & Sons, 6202 Beach Street, 303-296-2999, rogershvac.com. Plumbing: DC Plumbing Company, 2112 S. Washington St., 303-778-0536. Electrical: Burgess Electric, 9940 E. Costilla Avenue, Suite V, Centennial, 303-369-0336, burgess-electric.com. Dining room: rug, Floor Coverings by CPA, Denver Design District, 595 S. Broadway, Suite 116E, 303-722-4700, cpacarpets.com;…

Q WHAT’S YOUR BEST DESIGN TIP FOR OUTDOOR LIVING? David Lauer PHOTOGRAPHER “Connection to the landscape” is a common design goal, but it’s not always so fully achieved as it is in the home photographer David Lauer shot for this issue (“Open Space,” page 70). Lauer captured the myriad ways the architecture makes the most of a palette of natural materials and its gorgeous site in Cherry Hills. In his own home, the lensman embraces the outdoors with a simple addition: “Water features!” he says. “I love the sound of water—whether it’s from the ocean or a babbling brook—or the two modern fountains in my backyard.” Christine DeOrio WRITER Writing about a 1914 Georgian home (“The Snowball Effect,” page 62) reminded 5280 Home associate editor Christine DeOrio of her own…

ASPEN LEAF KITCHENS Here you'll find high-end, Colorado-made cabinets sold out of a charming showroom (in a flawlessly renovated bungalow) on Tennyson Street. “Typically, people view cabinetry as serving a functional purpose, but now we’re seeing it become a design focal point,” says Aspen Leaf business developer Chad Nichols. 4338 Tennyson St., 303-433-6110, alkl.com BULTHAUP Housed in an ultra-sleek storefront in Golden Triangle, this offshoot of Littleton’s Kitchen Distributors is the only Colorado retailer for its namesake German cabinet manufacturer. (Trending now: anodized-aluminum finishes.) We love: B3 drawer systems for minimalist utensil organization. 1038 Bannock St., 303-777-5409, bulthaup.com/en EXQUISITE KITCHEN DESIGN See timeless, elegant kitchen concepts by founder Mikal Otten and his team of designers in their beautifully appointed showroom at the Denver Design District’s Collection. 601 S. Broadway, 303-282-0382,…

Where: Pirate Contemporary Art When: May 24–June 9 What: This group exhibition offers an opportunity to explore very different mediums and aesthetic sensibilities at once. For viewers interested in pondering the beauty found in the natural world, painter Lisa M. Kerns will share a new series of abstract pieces inspired by the night sky. Collaborative duo Megan Bray and Eden Hall draw their inspiration from a more personal sphere: Their mixed-media art considers the ways in which sexuality and our relationships with others impact our identities.…

WHEN BRANDI AND SCOTT FULLER PURCHASED THEIR 1914 GEORGIAN home on one of Denver’s most beautiful boulevards, they knew what they were getting into—sort of. “The very first time we walked through it, Scott said, ‘This house is a money pit,’ ” Brandi says. “But when we bought it anyway, we told ourselves, We’re just going to do these few things.” Those things included expanding and remodeling the kitchen—which felt far too small for the 8,000-square-foot house and their newly combined family of seven—and also adding an ensuite bathroom to two upstairs bedrooms, a walk-in master bedroom closet, and a basement home gym. The couple knew from experience—she was the director of business development for Denver-based Oz Architecture; he secures financing for commercial real estate projects all over the country—that…

Interior designers Mary Knape and Kelly Zibell of Denver firm Knape & Zibell had a head start when they began dreaming up this al fresco living area. The Belcaro garden had been manicured to a tee by the property’s original owners, who, after building their home in 1947, planted saplings and seeds acquired from the Denver Botanic Gardens. Over the years, the foliage flourished, creating such layered lushness—think: thriving geraniums, bougainvillea, mint, and potato vines—the garden could be mistaken for a quiet corner of Giverny. The designers kept the charming vibe alive when creating the outdoor dining room, pairing the homeowner’s Restoration Hardware dining table and chairs with Cynthia Rowley Home tableware and hard-wearing lanterns from Home Goods. “The most comfortable and gracious outdoor spaces typically have soft components mixed…

What makes Green Lady Gardens different from your average garden shop? Walls in brilliant hues; Saltillo-tile floors; a salsa-music soundtrack; and stacks of pots and home textiles—inspired by owner Jessica Schutz’s love of Latin American cultures—make it feel like a tropical garden party for some 400 happy houseplants. Then there’s Schutz herself, who, since opening her doors in the Art District on Santa Fe in fall of 2018, has become known around town for her serious plant-whispering skills: She carefully matches customers with plants they’ll be able to keep alive. “I want houseplants to be a lifestyle, not just a fad,” she says. “It’s important that customers get the right plant and learn how to care for it long-term. Nobody leaves feeling less than confident.” greenladygardens.com CHECK IT OUT This…

Annabode, @annabode // Nearly 47,000 followers agree: Anna Smith’s minimalist-meets-warm interiors are tailor-made for Instagram. Dadō, @dado.design // A cerebral, moody, and gorgeous feed with layered textures and high style from designer Megan Moore. Jordan Design Studio, @jordan_design_studio // Designer Scott Jordan scours Colorado for classic decor with a masculine, Western bent. CKY Design, @ckydesign // Designer Megan Hudacky’s contemporary designs (and, by extension, Insta feed) are a study in zen restraint. Cook Design House, @cookdesignhouse // Bright and fresh interiors by designer Jodi Cook—with lots of neutral palettes and pops of vibrant color. Duet Design Group, @duetdesigngroup // Miranda Cullen and Devon Tobin’s firm posts pics that show off their talent for unexpected design. Studio Thomas, @studiothomas // An expertly curated feed with elegant room vignettes, plus inspiration from…

Lawn-maintenance companies: “These are the people who cut your lawn and blow the leaves,” Shanley says. “That’s all you want them to do.” Arborist: “An arborist takes care of your trees. I think of an arborist as a dentist—you really need to have one come out at least once a year,” Shanley says. “Or, if you’ve got a spot where you want to put a few birch or aspen trees, you’d ask an arborist.” Landscape designer: A designer will help you hone a rough vision—or even put a plan together if you’re wondering how to improve your yard. “If you want some trees, but you’re not sure where or what kind, ask a designer,” Shanley says. “And if plants are important to you, make sure the company has a horticulturist…

Where: Robischon Gallery When: through May 4 What: In his aerial photography and video projects, California-based artist David Maisel gives viewers a glimpse of landscapes that would otherwise be off limits or hidden from view. At this exhibition, the Guggenheim Fellow displays pieces from several series, each of which illustrates how humans have altered a different U.S. topography.…