Extra large wood burning fireplace with stone surfaced chimney compliments the dramatic living space emphasized by heavy use of timber frame and over 20ft of high ceiling. *illustrated images are from participated project while working with: Openspace Architecture Inc.

Alice Cottrell Interior Design | Rick Rozas Design Photo Credit: Stephen Karlisch

Ed Butera

Designed by Eric Rawlings, AIA, LEED AP and construction/ interior design coordinated by owner, Elinore Tate. A lap pool flanks the side of the house like a canal in Venice, Italy. The end of the pool opens up into a larger bathing area.

With enormous rectangular beams and round log posts, the Spanish Peaks House is a spectacular study in contrasts. Even the exterior—with horizontal log slab siding and vertical wood paneling—mixes textures and styles beautifully. An outdoor rock fireplace, built-in stone grill and ample seating enable the owners to make the most of the mountain-top setting. Inside, the owners relied on Blue Ribbon Builders to capture the natural feel of the home’s surroundings. A massive boulder makes up the hearth in the great room, and provides ideal fireside seating. A custom-made stone replica of Lone Peak is the backsplash in a distinctive powder room; and a giant slab of granite adds the finishing touch to the home’s enviable wood, tile and granite kitchen. In the daylight basement, brushed concrete flooring adds both texture and durability. Roger Wade

Floor to ceiling window in this traditional family room.

Bar and Poker Table

Vance Fox

Vance Fox

Architect: Mosaic Architects, Boulder Colorado Photographer: Jim Bartsch Photography

Garett & Carrie Buell of Studiobuell / studiobuell.com

Ceiling fan in master bedroom provides lighting in addition to wall sconces above night stands. A sliding glass door with a transom window leads to the backyard. The vaulted ceiling is painted wood with beams.