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Design Destination: Palm Springs
While away a weekend at the epicenter of modernism, where you can see—and stay in—some of the West’s most iconic midcentury designs
Originally published: January/February 2012
The New West
A Sun Valley Home reinterprets Western style for a modern-minded family
Originally published: January/February 2012
High Style
In a penthouse high above Vail Village, crisp lines, warm textiles and a refined rusticity add up to elegant mountain-modern style
Originally published: January/February 2012
Rustic Redux
Sleek midcentury furnishings and weathered timber and stone redefine Western style in a Montana home
Originally published: January/February 2012
Design is in the Details
A European-inspired home in Lahontan, Calif., benefits from Old-World materials, thoughtful planning and the perfect finishing touches
Originally published: September/October 2011
East Meets West
Adirondack and modern, Asian and Western styles blend effortlessly in a free-flowing home on the slopes of Aspen Highlands
Originally published: November/December 2011
2011 Home of the Year
A Montana home delivers just what its owners wanted: a design that mixes up rustic and modern elements in a space that’s as welcoming as it is beautiful
Originally published: November/December 2011
High Park Residence, Silverthorne, CO
Mountain House: A Mountain Living Special Section
Originally published: September/October 2011
Timbrook Residence, Park City, Utah
Mountain House: A Mountain Living Special Section  
Originally published: September/October 2011
House of the Moment
Pairing a cool, modern vibe with family-friendly amenities, this contemporary mountain home delivers serious style—with a spirit of playfulness
Originally published: September/October 2011
A New Take on Tahoe
A modern shoreline residence captures the spirit of a classic Lake Tahoe lodge
Originally published: September/October 2011
Western Elegance
An East Coast couple builds a mountain home that celebrates summer sunshine and Colorado's blue skies
Originally published: September/October 2011
Bridge House
Dramatic suspension bridges inspire architect Tommy Hein’s design for a contemporary mountain retreat in Telluride, Colorado
Originally published: September/October 2011
House of the Moment
Where the mountains meet the ocean in West Vancouver, British Columbia, a lakefront residence in a private upscale community features sleek contemporary style
Originally published: August 2011
Up on the Roofscape
Jackson architects Tom Ward and Mitch Blake link understated, modern homes to their surroundings through an updated take on a Western tradition: sod roofs
Originally published: August 2011
Light Bright
On a spectacular site, a Wyoming home nods to tradition, embraces modernity and basks in the sun
Originally published: August 2011
Montana Mix
Landscape designer Linda Iverson combines native plantings and colorful flowers to create an elegant cottage garden in Bozeman, Montana
Originally published: August 2011
Open House
Where the plains meet the foothills of Boulder, Colorado, architect E.J. Meade designs a modern dwelling in concert with its surroundings
Originally published: August 2011
Outside Influences
Contemporary forms and walls of glass embrace the high-country landscape surrounding a young family’s Steamboat Springs home
Originally published: August 2011
Cohesive Connection
Two Telluride architects blend life and work in an eco-friendly home
Originally published: July 2011
Cabin Reincarnate
Designer Linda Perlman’s historic cabin preserves the past while making a bold statement about the future of Western design
Originally published: July 2011
Taking Liberties
Montana architect Larry Pearson departs from his signature rustic style to craft a personal home with Midcentury Modern roots
Originally published: July 2011
Loft Revival
In a former flour mill in Bozeman, Montana, interior designer Susie Hoffmann turns 1,000 square feet into a streamlined and stylish live/work space
Originally published: July 2011
A Fresh Perspective
Interior designer Madeline Stuart transforms a dated house in Jackson Hole—and abandons preconceived notions about mountain home design
Originally published: May/June 2011
Ranch House Riff
A Southern designer, a Montana architect and two Texas couples transform a worn-out ranch into a low-key home with high style
Originally published: May/June 2011
Lovely Bones
Designer Joyce Wirth infuses a dark, dated—but essentially functional—Victorian kitchen with light, warmth and fresh detailing
Originally published: May/June 2011
American Pastoral
The site of a former asphalt plant is reclaimed with native plantings, flowing water and restored buildings
Originally published: May/June 2011
A Modern Makeover
Head to the heart of Boise’s Linen District and you’ll find a dated Travelodge motel turned cool urban oasis
Originally published: May/June 2011
House of the Moment
This regal mountain estate marries easy access to Montana’s Swan Mountains with the luxury of waterfront living
Originally published: May/June 2011
Hidden Potential
Interior designer Jennifer Hoey Smith turns a dilapidated outbuilding in Ketchum, Idaho, into a family home with a fresh, modern-barn aesthetic
Originally published: March/April 2011
House of the Moment
Residential community Shooting Star in Jackson Hole proves that good development is sustainable development
Originally published: March/April 2011
Rancho Viejo
Responsible Development Award Winner, Community: Design Workshop gets creative with a 20,000-acre parcel of desert land
Originally published: March/April 2011
Old Faithful Visitor Education Center
Responsible Development Award Winner, Tourism: CTA Architects Engineers designs a structure that’s as inspiring as its namesake
Originally published: March/April 2011
The Edge House
Responsible Development Award Winner, Residential: Rodwin Architecture imagines a contemporary residence on the cutting edge of sustainable design
Originally published: March/April 2011
Between a River and a Road
Architect Tom Lenchek creates an energy-smart contemporary home fit for its spectacular Montana setting
Originally published: March/April 2011
Dexter Meadows Residence, C Lazy U Ranch
Mountain House: A Mountain Living Special Section
Originally published: January/February 2011
Santa Fe Sophistication
An artist turned residential designer creates a contemporary take on traditional pueblo style
Originally published: January/February 2011
Steeling Beauty
In creating a contemporary family retreat, architect Greg Faulkner uses a dynamic mix of weathering steel and glass to frame the forested High Sierra landscape
Originally published: January/February 2011
The Minds Behind the Designs
These inspired spaces, full of balance and warmth, get mountain modern just right. The masterminds behind the designs share their secrets here
Originally published: January/February 2011
The Mountain Modern Mix
Love this room’s blend of rugged and refined? Take an up-close look at these elements of mountain-modern design—from fixed finishes to furnishings—so you can get the look at...
Originally published: January/February 2011
House of the Moment
Rooted along a ridgeline above Colorado's Roaring Fork Valley, Stratus House is all sleek lines and modern cool
Originally published: January/February 2011
A Modernist Treehouse
Resolutely minimalist in style, a home in Winter Park, Colorado, turns its back on tradition to focus on its Rocky Mountain setting
Originally published: January/February 2011
Dream Catcher Trail Residence, Steamboat Springs
Mountain House: A Mountain Living Special Section
Originally published: November/December 2010
A Lofty Vision
Subtle architectural updates and a harmonious palette of finishes and furnishings make a small Aspen condo feel as expansive as its surroundings
Originally published: November/December 2010
Slopeside Sleek
Architects Bill Pollock and Dylan Johns use Douglas fir veneer, wenge wood, Brazilian slate tile—and not an inch of drywall—to give a dated Aspen home a sophisticated new...
Originally published: November/December 2010
Home of the Year 2010: Get the Look
If you love the effortless mix of natural beauty and glam touches in our 2010 Home of the Year, then turn to these smart furnishings for a similar effect
Originally published: November/December 2010
Home of the Year 2010
Kyle Webb and Cindy Rinfret team up to create a fresh take on high-country design in the mountains of Vail, Colorado
Originally published: November/December 2010
Top Mountain Architects & Designers
Your exclusive guide to the most talented design professionals working in the West today
Originally published: September/October 2010
Pieces of History
A collection of family dwellings in California's wine country gives timeworn materials new life and creates an oasis for modern-day living
Originally published: September/October 2010
The X Factor
In a Wyoming town where tradition reigns, a modern dwelling draws attention
Originally published: September/October 2010
In Perfect Harmony
Opposites attract—rustic and refined, masculine and feminine—in a larger-than-life home on the shores of Montana’s Whitefish Lake
Originally published: September/October 2010
Best Kitchens
Our favorite kitchens—from mountain-modern to rustic-chic—pair good looks with smart functionality. Need some inspiration? You'll find it here.
Originally published: August 2010/Best of Mountain Living
Best Private Spaces
There's no need to check into a hotel to stay in the perfect bedroom suite. Take a cue from the stylish retreats pictured here and all you'll need to do is go home 
Originally published: August 2010/Best of Mountain Living
Best Living Spaces
Who says high-country living has to look a certain way? These spaces prove there's more than one way to make your mountain home beautiful and livable
Originally published: August 2010/Best of Mountain Living
Wild Goose Ranch, Steamboat
Mountain House: A Mountain Living Special Section
Originally published: January-February 2010
Behind the Price Tag
Custom features, from innovative architecture to artful interiors, add exceptional value to a luxurious Aspen, Colorado, home for sale
Originally published: July/August 2010
Fairway Lodge, Telluride
Mountain House: A Mountain Living Special Section
Originally published: May/June 2010
Homes, Sweet Homes
Multi-million-dollar high-country homes can be yours for a stay, thanks to a smart new way to own
Originally published: July/August 2010
At Home at Amangiri
Ultra-luxe villas are now for sale at Utah's newest destination resort                 ...
Originally published: July/August 2010
Spa Living
Imagine taking a relaxing spa vacation and never having to leave. It’s entirely possible, thanks to a hot new trend in real estate: the Spa Residential Community. Much more...
Originally published: September 2008
Reimagining a Rustic Retreat
A Texas couple spruces up a dated vacation home in Telluride to create a luxe mountain getaway
Originally published: May/June 2010
The Beauty of Imperfection
The newly handcrafted Tipple House, filled with century-old character, pays homage to Crested Butte, Colorado's mining heritage
Originally published: May/June 2010
Ranch House Reinvigorated
A dramatic makeover transforms a dreary mid-20th-century Aspen home into a bright and open setting for relaxed, sustainable living
Originally published: May/June 2010
Stylish and Sustainable
When renovating a century-old building, a Montana couple mixed historic charm with modern, eco-friendly functionality
Originally published: March-April 2010
Perfecting the Past
A traditionally styled cabin in Montana's prestigious Yellowstone Club excels at environmental responsibility
Originally published: March-April 2010
2009|10 AIA Denver Architects' Choice Awards Winners Revealed
Originally published: January-February 2010
Colorado Context
Rustic materials meet soft contemporary elements for a refined mountain residence with a true sense of place.
Originally published: January-February 2010
Modern by Design
A classic creation provides the perfect frame for an Aspen couple's contemporary art collection
Originally published: January-February 2010
Luxury Is... A Grand Gathering Place
The Snow Ghost Chalet elegantly combines touches of Montana’s mountain tradition with contemporary comfort and style
Originally published: November-December 2009
Harmonious Haven
A sunny Breckenridge retreat where family and friends are always welcome was designed from the ground up for easy entertaining and gracious hospitality
Originally published: November-December 2009
Top Mountain Architects & Interior Designers
This year’s lists of Top Mountain Architects and Top Mountain Interior Designers celebrates those gifted professionals who possess the skills and the vision to transform our...
Originally published: September-October 2009
Home of the Year 2009: A Sense of Rediscovery
Our 2009 Home of the Year takes a fresh approach to traditional expectations for a Rocky Mountain lodge in Big Sky country
Originally published: September-October 2009
Blurred Boundaries
A Colorado ranch house celebrates its mountain views with living spaces that extend to the great outdoors
Originally published: September-October 2009
Serene and Green
A home-builder and architect team up to create a ranch-inspired contemporary house with a twist
Originally published: September-October 2009
What Sells Now
What makes a home attractive to buyers? Telluride residence "Pa Gomo" has it all. Architect Jack Snow and realtor Steve Catsman lead the room-by-room tour.
Originally published: August 2009
Real Estate Do's and Don'ts
Originally published: August 2009
Staging Secrets
Looking for that perfect piece to finish off a room? Interior designers Robyn Shaw and Victoria Crawford of the Telluride-based firm Tweed Interiors share a few of their...
Originally published: August 2009
Tranquil Retreat
A Texas couple’s second-home sanctuary in the heart of Jackson Hole is imbued with a sense of calm and relaxed sophistication.
Originally published: July 2009
Aged to Perfection
Reclaimed materials bring authentic character to a new guesthouse set among the cedar trees in Big Fork, Montana.
Originally published: May-June 2009
An Artful Arrangement
A remote getaway filled with travel mementos, artwork and heirlooms inspires family adventures in the woods near Aspen
Originally published: March-April 2009
2009 Responsible Development Awards
We are pleased to present the winners of the 2009 Responsible Development Awards, each defined by a commitment to smart, sustainable and beautiful high-country design.
Originally published: February 2009
Montana Modern
A Montana family puts the fun in functional design with their modern twist on mountain tradition
Originally published: January 2009
Perfect Harmony
A Montana home resonates with the surrounding land as much as it does with the owner’s heart
Originally published: November-December 2008
At Home on the Water
Despite considerable challenges, a couple realizes their dream for a fishing retreat on the river in Livingston, Montana
Originally published: October 2008
SNEAK PEEK: 10 Up & Coming Developments
Looking for a new family home, a vacation getaway or the perfect place to retire? These high-country developments offer unique options to fit a variety of lifestyles
Originally published: September 2008
Western Tradition
A hands-on homeowner blends classic styling with functional design in her family’s Montana estate
Originally published: July-August 2008
Home of the Year 2008
This year’s award-winning home combines an intimacy of scale, creative reuse of old materials and mountain views from every window
Originally published: July-August 2008
Log Style
A Denver-based couple turn a rustic cabin in southeastern Wyoming into a spacious and stylish second home.
Originally published: July-August 2008
Window to the West
Architects Jeff and Rhonda Harrell create a modern marvel that captures the beauty of Montana—with a hint of the past.
Originally published: May-June 2008
At Home on the Lake
Inspired by memories of summers past, artist George Carlson and his wife, Pam, created a lakeside idyll that celebrates the natural beauty of Idaho’s high country.
Originally published: May-June 2008
The Connoisseur
Interior designer Christopher K. Coffin reimagines his Scottsdale home with a style informed by years of world travel.
Originally published: March-April 2008
High Desert Style
In Santa Fe, a modernist-inspired design transforms a nondescript split-level home into a 21st-century take on Southwestern style.
Originally published: March-April 2008
Tasteful Trimmings
Combining meaningful mementos with antique treasures, architect Paul Davies celebrates the season with yuletide elegance.
Originally published: November-December 2007
Slopeside Sweden
With a mix of European antiques and reproductions, vibrant colors and classic patterns, interior designer Jan Chenault infuses a Vail townhouse with enchanting Swedish style.
Originally published: November-December 2007
Trade Secrets
This tidy kitchen has less counter space than most kitchens, but that was part of the plan
Originally published: November-December 2005
5 Ingredients for a Cook-friendly Kitchen
This kitchen shows that, with proper planning, a kitchen doesn't have to be big to produce large family meals
Originally published: November-December 2005
Smart Kitchens
Real-life solutions for problem kitchens
Originally published: November-December 2005
English Accents
Centuries-old European detailing meets modern comfort and western warmth in a spacious new home.
Originally published: March-April 2006
Kitchen Sink
Clean lines and cool colors mix with natural materials to create a contemporary interpretation of mountain style
Originally published: September-October 2006
Secret Garden
This quiet space will certainly inspire you to create your own cozy corner
Originally published: November-December 2005
Rooftop Retreat
An architect's mountainside refuge has an unexpected urban aesthetic
Originally published: May-June 2007
Mastering the Mix
Find out how designers tackle the challenge of mixing multiple patterns to create that cozy, put-together look
Originally published: March-April 2006
Slopeside Living
From hotspots to hidden gems, mountain ski-in/ski-out property can be a smart investment for your family and your wallet
Originally published: November-December 2006
A New Way to Own
Fractional Ownership is taking the high country by storm and changing the way people invest in second homes
Originally published: July-August 2007
Living Large in Small Spaces
Even if a house is basically small, it never has to feel that way.
Originally published: January-February 2007
Home of the Year 2007
An architect's fusion of sophisticated shelter and hot technology take dwelling well to new heights.
Originally published: September 2007

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