NEWLANDS RESIDENCE

Addition & Full Interior Remodel

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This beautiful mid-century modern residence in the Newlands neighborhood of Boulder lended an existing architectural rulebook for us to follow. The addition in front (characterized by the butterfly roof) helped create a landscaped entry court into the new home-- a threshold that was lacking originally. The scale of the cul-de-sac the house sits on begged for us to provide a few layers of design and threshold to lead to the modern interior. The landscape (designed by RDesign in Denver) was the first important step in setting the experience with a few subtle modern details. This project is proof that collaboration between landscape, architecture and interior design can often result in the strongest experiences.

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The interior was completely gutted and remodeled to reveal this open, well-lit floor plan. The original house had a large fireplace in the center of the house, requiring us to rethink the structural concept of the house. The entryway features a partition with modern apertures (though hidden within is a lateral-force resisting steel frame). This wall provides a key moment when entering the house so guests know they've landed somewhere. Beyond that the living room was opened to the outdoors and the kitchen went through a complete modern remodel. One secret feature of the kitchen is the kid-proof durability of the laminate cabinets. They can take as much abuse as possible and still look tirelessly fresh and modern!

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The general contractor on this project was Ron Patryaes, Interior design by Kimball Modern, landscape architecture by R Design. Note that the project was under the direction of HMH Architecture + Interiors.