Embracing a Season of Comfort & Joy
As we move into the holiday season, we are delighted to have one of our recent interior design projects featured in the latest issue of Luxe Magazine.
In collaboration with warm-hearted and inspiring clients who embody the Aspen ideals of nature, family and community, we created a uniquely inviting home. The article's title, "Warm Embrace," says it all.
Scroll below for photos from this project, or click here to read the full article.
Wishing you much comfort and joy this holiday season!
Joe & Matthew
"People are drawn to us to create cozy interiors in these modern spaces. We balance the architecture and complement it, so it doesn’t feel cold and stark."
– Joe McGuire
Balancing crisp lines with soft textures is essential for creating a warm, modern vibe. In this foyer, the large glass door pivots and, as light pours in, it mellows the hemlock-paneled wall and white oak floors. The glow of the Noguchi lantern above, the soft Moroccan runner under foot, and the woven cognac leather bench all create a welcoming entry to this mountain modern home.
"The rich color and contrast of the ebonized wood gives structure and energy to the space."
– Matthew Tenzin
A curved bar was a must-have for the owners of this home - and we were happy to oblige. White quartz countertops contrast with black-stained fluted paneling. Oak flooring, brass accents and Italian bar stools by Amura create a warm and inviting corner to settle in for a drink.
“The abode featured black metal-framed windows and ceiling box beams that cut through the light and airy spaces, and the designers emphasized this juxtaposition by adding a few bolder finishes, such as staining the kitchen cabinetry in a deep ebony hue.”
– Luxe Interiors + Design
A custom steel framed glass cabinet, with rift oak interior paneling adds lightness and warmth to the wall of cabinetry, and ties together the light oak millwork in the butlers pantry behind. A subtle leaf design in the hand made ceramic backsplash adds a whimsical nod to nature.
“The designers kept everything within an organized palette borrowed from the surrounding mountain woodland to create cohesion.”
– Luxe Interiors + Design
It was like Mother Nature spoke to us as we designed this serene, airy dining room. The golden hillside grasses inspired the warm tones we chose for furnishings, including the custom white oak dining table with steel wishbone legs and the handmade Croft House console cabinet.
“Golden tones from the aspens, amber tones from the scrub oaks and greens from the evergreens all filter in through the house.”
– Matthew Tenzin
Facing the fire is a custom Italian sofa by Poltrona Frau, with leather and bronze detailing. The vintage Danish sofa is from 1stDibs. Upholstered in soft white shearling, it provides a cozy perch for guests and pups alike.
“The couple’s bedroom is a study in tactile layering, with an upholstered bed frame, a fabric-paneled wall and artful Apparatus sconces featuring wefts of horsehair.”
– Luxe Interiors + Design
A little bit of a lavender hue relates to the lavender and sage that grows so beautifully here in Colorado. The custom ebonized oak and marble bedside tables are by L.A. maker, Faithful Roots. The lounge chair is by B&B Italia.