Life Style Denver by Gretchen Faber

Denver Architecture Columns & Coffee Event

Denver's chapter of the Institute of Classical Architecture & Art offers monthly get-togethers to share information about local architecture and building design. Columns & Coffee provides education about classical influence in local architecture. February’s Columns & Coffee provides another rare opportunity to learn about The Equitable Building, one of Denver’s most beautiful commercial buildings, from the inside out.  This month’s tour will be directed by Tom Noel, whose extensive knowledge of the Equitable Building and humorous insight will combine for a memorable...Continue Reading!

Denver Solidifies Art Culture with Opening of Clyfford Still Museum

Denver's standing among the arts and architecture community has steadily risen in recent years with the addition of the Denver Art Museum's Hamilton Wing, the Museum of Contemporary Art and now the official opening of the new Clyfford Still Museum. The Clyfford Still Museum was built to house Still's collection of nearly every work he produced.  He was a pioneer in the early 20th Century's Abstract Expressionism movement, and held on to most of his works until his death. Still bequeathed the...Continue Reading!

Research the History of Your Denver Home at the Library

Do you like to do research?  The Denver Public Library offers you the ability to learn about the history of your house. If you're interested in your home's past, who lived there, if  any businesses were there, or what it looked like then plan a day at the DPL main branch. The helpful librarians can find copies of original building permits, some blueprints and ownership records.   The library sometimes has early photographs of a building or the neighborhood and...Continue Reading!

1254 Monaco Parkway in Denver’s Historic Montclair

Situated on the lovely and historic Monaco Parkway in Central Denver, the Montclair neighborhood is a classic.  1254 Monaco Parkway is a home you will not want to miss. Step across the threshold and feel right at home.  The modern conveniences combined with historic charm accentuate the architectural integrity and livability. Wood floors, Wolf gas range and Sub-Zero refrigerator in the renovated gourmet kitchen and a formal dining room give the heart of the house warmth. French doors to the patio from the...Continue Reading!

Doors Open Denver 2009 – A City Celebration!

  2009 Designing Denver Saturday & Sunday, April 18 & 19 10am-4pm Denver Real Estate isn't all about buying and selling homes, condos or office buildings. Our fair city has an impressive number of  architectural gems and interesting public spaces. This weekend, celebrate the annual Doors Open Denver and visit the buildings you've always been interested in learning more about. Doors Open Denver celebrates the architects and architecture that have shaped the city of Denver and influenced our growth and development.  The event is free, offering...Continue Reading!

Denver Real Estate | Denver’s Architectural Styles

When you're selling your home in Denver, you may want to have the correct label on the house for it's architectural style.  I've seen homes that were clearly Victorian labeled Tudor, or Mid-Century Modern called International Style.  Denver Real Estate is replete with fabulous architectural styles, and remember, marketing is everything.  Your Bungalow may or may not be Arts and Crafts. My home is a Tudor style, something my husband and I said we didn't want when we were looking for...Continue Reading!