Although Aspen-based Barbara Glass adhered to the strict exterior style guidelines of this gated Colorado community—dark logs and intricate crevices were a must—I had a lot of fun with the interiors of this mountain chalet. “The homeowners are originally from Midland, Texas, and they wanted a vacation with a rustic cabin that could easily house their children and grandchildren,” Glass explains. “Focusing on their family was really important because they wanted beautiful spaces that everyone could enjoy.”
The interiors of the five-bedroom home may not meet the same requirements as the exterior architecture, but the glass hasn’t completely abandoned the traditional mountain home look, incorporating plasterboard ceilings, custom iron fixtures throughout, and reclaimed antique wood beams. and matching oak floors. “The reclaimed beams are very interesting,” says Glass. “They can come from many different places and come together subtly in one home. No beam is the same, so it really adds character to a space.”
The rugged natural surroundings are just as inviting as the house’s colorful 4,000-square-foot rooms. “The house takes advantage of the mountain views with a large deck that includes an outdoor fireplace and plenty of space for lounging and dining,” says Glass.
Clients and their extended families benefit just as much from their chalet in the summer as they do when the nearby mountain is covered in snow. Since the months feel so different, Glass has outfitted the spaces to match well with each season’s aesthetic. Patterns, flowers, and stripes on furniture and rugs look just as good against a lush green background as they do against a crisp white blizzard or the changing leaves of autumn. In fact, she was so moved by the mountains that she invited an artist to paint a local mountain scene on her living room sofa.
However, all rooms have been carefully designed and organized with the environment in mind. “Lots of layering textures goes a long way to achieving an inspiring mountain look as you combine colors, textures, and patterns in an organic way,” says Glass.
the outside
Glass worked with Poss Architecture + Planning and Interior Design on the exterior architecture of the new building, which was constructed in 2020. “The Roaring Fork Club has a campus-like feel, which meant the team had to work within the club’s set parameters on the exterior of the house. .”
lobby
Glass chose old wood instead of new wood paneling because she wanted the floors and walls to have extra curb appeal. “The walls are covered in fir wood that has been wire brushed to give it texture. We wanted the wood walls not to look too dark and heavy to have depth. The floors are antique white oak with knots.
Living room
in the photo above.
“This is the main living space,” Glass explains. “The porch runs the entire length of the house and windows open to give the homeowners ample indoor-outdoor space.” She created a warm and welcoming feel to the cabin with a Claire Crowe Collection fireplace screen, Isberian Rug Company floor covering, and a set of Jasper plaid swivel chairs.
The soaring ceiling is grounded in a Paul Ferrante chandelier that gives the entire space a sense of understated luxury. “The room has a lot of great textures and patterns to give the home a feeling of warmth and comfort,” she explains. “Since there’s a lot of wood in the room, it really needed the brighter colors to bring it to life.”
family room
Technically, this is the family room, but Glass wanted to make it more fun, so she incorporated a traditional Mulligan’s game table. “I love this room with its patterned wall coverings and cozy alpaca rug,” she says.
A. Rudin’s L-shaped sectional faces a large TV for family movie nights.
Kitchen and dining
Admittedly, homeowners aren’t great cooks, but that didn’t stop Glass from designing a world-class kitchen. “The kitchen is open plan to the dining and living rooms, so it becomes a comfortable place to gather and hang out,” she says. “I wanted to break up the wood here, so I designed the kitchen island in a rustic finish with an interesting stone slab and integrated sink.” She turned to Paul Ferrante for the benches and red hanging lantern.
Guest bedroom
Although some designers refuse to pick a favorite space, the upstairs guest bedroom is the Glass Room. “I love it because of the patterned upholstery and Rose Tarlow floral curtains; playing with different patterns feels so cozy.
Children’s bedroom
‘We created a bunk room for the grandkids. The beds are designed with curtains and the space has a charming dog theme. All the beds are custom made and finished with curtains from Chelsea Textiles.
Basic bedroom
Although most rooms feature sweeping views of the landscape, the master bedroom has the best of the bunch. ‘This room is on the ground floor, so it opens onto the balcony,’ explains Glass. ‘I wanted to lighten the space, so I chose brightly colored rugs and fabrics. I still like to play with the mix of wool and flax flowers.’
Basic bathroom
“I love this Waterworks tub! I wanted to make the bathroom feel balanced with simple wood walls and antique limestone floors. This beautiful tub is very classic in look and materials, but feels very modern in the space,” says Glass.
Courtyard
Because Glass knows the family will be spending a lot of time outside during the warmer months, she wanted to create an exceptionally comfortable space. She chose a sectional and chairs from Holly Hunt and a Stone Yard Collections table.
Question and Answer
Beautiful house: Did you encounter any memorable obstacles, challenges or surprises during the project? How did you flip?
Barbara Glass: Absolutely! It’s always difficult to bring together a variety of ideas into one cohesive collection of designs. I firmly believe that no matter the project, design is problem-solving. Not only does it inflate pillows, but it also solves complex problems. Bringing together a variety of visions into one beautiful theme is always a challenge, but ultimately very rewarding.
GBWhere did the majority of the budget go?
BG: There was a certain degree of customization in the house, but I think anyone embarking on this type of project needs to have a balanced mix in their budget. You need to have a few really nice pieces, then you can balance the budget by offering less expensive things. No matter the budget, it is always important to mix costs and mix where you spend and where you save.
GBHow did you save money?
BG: We used wallpaper, wall upholstery, plaster, etc. to make each room unique, but it’s all about the mountain feel and the uniqueness of each space. In the mudroom, we used tree grain porcelain tiles. It was very durable and more budget conscious and worked well with the overall palette of the space.
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