March 2010

Fans of classical architecture, mark your calendars! You’re invited to join the Rocky Mountain Chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Classical America for an evening at the Phipps Mansion in Denver. Cocktails and hors d’oeuvres will be followed by a special lecture, “A Classical House is Still a Great Place to Live,” by Gil Schafer III of G.P. Schafer Architect in New York.

Schafer, a Yale-trained modernist who became a classical residential architect, will speak about his journey to practicing an architecture that resonated more with his appreciation of history and his personal experience.  

Guests will have an opportunity to view Schafer’s firm’s work and learn how the Institute of Classical Architecture & Classical America in New York played a critical role in his transformation. He will also discuss how that organization provides a vital resource to architects like him all across the country, who have been unable to acquire formal training in classical or traditional architecture.

The event, which takes place on Wednesday, May 19, 2010, from 6-8 p.m., will be held at the beautiful Phipps Mansion in Denver. For complete details, read on:

WHEN: Wednesday, May 19, 2010, 6 – 8 p.m.
WHERE: The Phipps Mansion, 3400 Belcaro Drive, Denver, CO  80209
HOW MUCH: Free to ICA&CA members; $15 for non-members (cash or check only, please)
RSVP: Gail Breece, 303-355-2460
TO LEARN MORE: www.classicist.org

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We know, we know, we haven’t been blogging as much as we would have liked over the past few days. But we have a good excuse! We’ve been putting the finishing touches on our May/June 2010 issue, which will hit newsstands on May 4.

For the first time ever, in response to your feedback, we’re devoting an entire issue to the subject of remodeling. In it, you’ll find dramatic makeovers, great ideas and fresh new looks for every room in the house—as well as lots of those horrifying “before” photos that are so fun to look at.

Since you still have to wait a month to see what we’ve been working on, we thought we’d pique your interest with a behind-the-scenes look at one of our recent photo shoots. Here, photographer Martin Crabb gets the perfect shot of some of the gorgeous tile on display at the Decorative Materials showroom in Denver. You’ll find all of Martin’s final shots, plus much more in the May/June issue!

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This year, ML is proud to once again be producing the official guide to the Summit County, Colorado, Parade of Homes. But we need your help finding the perfect cover! The 2010 Summit County Parade of Homes Photo Contest is your opportunity to do just that — and have your photo published and seen by more than 60,000 readers!

Here are the details: We’re looking for a scenic summer shot taken in Summit County, Colorado. It doesn’t matter if you’re an amateur or a pro — we’ll pick the very best photo we receive.

The deadline for entries is March 30, 2010, so don’t delay. For details and entry forms, contact Caroline Graf at cgraf@nci.com or call the Summit County Builders Association at 970-668-6013.

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Whether you’re a homeowner, designer, architect or builder whose style is funky or formal—we welcome you to enter your home in Mountain Living’s 2010 Home of the Year contest. Our winning home will be featured in the November/December 2010 issue of Mountain Living magazine. And who knows, it might just be yours.

For complete contest rules and to learn how to enter, click here. Entries must be sent by July 15, 2010.

To check out the 2009 Home of the Year (pictured above), click here.

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The chairs pictured above have created quite a buzz. Many ML readers have written in, asking where to find them.

The answer is, they’re one of a kind. Interior designer Susie Hoffman found the secondhand chairs at an antique shop called Granny’s Attic, in Billings, MT (406-256-5455), then called on the pros at Harold’s Upholstery (Billings, MT, 406-652-2080) to reupholster them in a subtle neutral and vibrant print.

Hoffmann cozied the revitalized chairs right up to a custom fireplace by local metal artisan Dyllon Robertus (406-671-4506), then added area rugs to warm up the room’s industrial doors and polished concrete floors.

To learn more about this stylish and sustainable Montana loft, and to see many more photos, click here: http://bit.ly/9rtzDD

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“Delicious Designs,” that’s what.

We have the folks at The American Institute of Architects Colorado to thank for dreaming up this winning program that commemorates Colorado architecture through dessert.

Eight Colorado restaurants are teaming up with local architecture firms to design a dessert inspired by one of their favorite Colorado buildings. And, if you visit these restaurants this April (see specific dates below), you’ll have a chance to taste these delicious designs.

1. Studio H:T & dbar http://www.dbardesserts.com, Denver – April 1-30

2. Studio H:T & Happy Cakes http://www.happycakesdenver.com, Denver – April 1-30

3. Rowland + Broughton Architecture and Urban Design & Luca d’Italia http://www.lucadenver.com, Denver – April 1-30

4. Janitell Childs Design Group & Nosh http://www.nosh121.com, Colorado Springs – April 1-10

5. Janittell Childs Design Group & The Blue Star http://www.thebluestar.net, Colorado Springs –  April 11-18

6. Fisher Architecture & The Margarita http://www.coloradoeats.com/margarita/index.html, Colorado Springs – April 1-18

7. Fisher Architecture & Amuze Bistro http://www.amuzebistro.com, Palmer Lake, Colo. – April 1-30 

8. Tehama, LLC & Black Bear Restaurant http://www.blackbearrestaurant.com, Colorado Springs – April 17-24

The Delicious Design pictured here was created by Pastry Chef Alicia Prescott of Nosh and Christy Riggs, AIA, of Janitell Childs Design Group. The dessert is modeled after the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center.

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Today we came across a one-of-a-kind piece of furniture we love — and we think you will too.

Crafted by hand by artist Scott Dworkin, the Big Leaf Maple Burl Coffee Table features a cool juxtaposition of natural live edges and a custom chrome steel base. A “secret” pull-out box is great for hiding special treasures.

30″ wide x 40″ long x 18″ high; $5,200

To learn more, visit www.scottdworkindesigns.com

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Chic style meets sustainability at è bella

In the March/April Green Issue of Mountain Living, we take you behind the scenes of eco-friendly textile company è bella in Boulder, Colorado—a chic and cheery space brimming with pillows and rugs in modern patterns and bold colors. Not only are è bella’s home goods gorgeous, but they’re made of renewable, biodegradable alpaca yarn and can be colored with 100-percent organic dye, all through a low-carbon operation. Founder and visionary Nicole Linton dreams up the designs, then partners with weavers in Peru to manufacture the goods—stimulating their local economy and providing stable work. It’s all good. And green.

Click here to take a look inside the showroom, browse beautiful products and get Nicole Linton’s take on good, green design.

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Take an eco-luxe getaway with one of these green travel hotspots

There’s a new generation of mountain resorts that’s making it easy to stay green—even when you’re away from home. Here’s a taste of some of our favorite green destinations throughout the West:

1. Shop at Corky Woods, interior designer Michelle Pauline’s “green” department store in Basalt, Colorado, for everything from chic apparel and body products to housewares and healthy building materials.

2. On Saturdays, stop by the Santa Fe Farmers Market in the Railyard District. Support the efforts of local farmers and food artisans, and pick up edibles from vendors including Shepherd’s Lamb, South Mountain Dairy, Desert Fungi and Sunstar Herbs.

3. Indulge your senses at Mountain Body Spa & Herbal Cosmetic Deli in Park City. One-hundred-percent botanical products include great-smelling lotions, body oils, foam baths, shampoos and soaps. Book a Green Tea Facial, après ski massage or other treatment, too.

4. Reserve a table at Six89 in Carbondale, Colorado, where owner-chef Mark Fischer looks to local farmers, ranchers and food artisans for ingredients for his nationally respected sustainable cuisine. Try the “random acts” tasting menu.

More in the mood for an enchanting resort weekend in Utah or wildlife viewing in Wyoming? Click here for six more ideas, or pick up the March/April Green Issue of Mountain Living for your complete Insider’s Guide to Eco-Luxe Travel.

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