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Colorado Homes and Lifestyles, February,
2006
“Room for Improvement” by
Alaina Gonzales
The Challenge: Originally, this Vail property
was composed of two separate and confined units. The small spaces
lacked ample natural light, were outdated and had overpowering
moss-rock fireplaces. There was little continuity between the interior
design of the home and the outdoors.
The Solution: With the help of architect Ned
Gwathmey, Gwathmey Pratt Schultz Architects, designer Marilyn Smith
Heaney, Slifer Designs, (970) 926-8200, situated the living room,
kitchen and dining room at the center of the two units. By removing
walls, they created extra living space with plenty of windows to
let light in. A custom mantle breaks up the massive stone fireplace,
while red accents pop against the greens and beiges that tie the
interior space to its mountain surroundings.
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The soft lines of the wrought
iron chandelier lower the ceiling and add intimacy and coziness. |
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Draperies frame the windows and the
view of the Gore Range, allowing natural light to flood the
space. |
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The thin armoire conceals a flat screen
television and takes up little space. |
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Fabrics in natural colors bring the
outdoors in. Green and beige check fabric, Cowtan & Tour,
Egg & Dart, Denver Design District. |
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