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LIFESTYLE LETTER

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Are You Ready Yet? IT IS WITH GREAT PLEASURE THAT I WRITE AND STAND WITH THE BOULDER COMMUNITY IN SOLIDARITY THAT THE TIME HAS COME TO HAVE A REAL CONVERSATION ABOUT RACISM IN AMERICA AND IN OUR COMMUNITY. We’ve all seen the images and heard the voices of the protesters' outrage against the ongoing systemic racism and police brutality in the Black community. Let’s meet this moment as a community and rise up united in this fight to help transform culturally on what has been a huge failure for decades. How do we do that as a community? We face the ugly truth that racism exists! When we own that truth we then start to listen to one another. When having a conversation about racial injustice many people listen only to formulate a reply, rather than listen to understand, which I think is one of the many obstacles people of color face in this country. When speaking truth about this phenomenon the message has either been misinterpreted or not heard until now. If we understand this method of listening then we start to educate ourselves on living better lives towards equality for all. From my own personal experience, I have tried to lead the conversation on race with under-

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standing in hopes of educating those who are unable to fully understand the magnitude of the racial struggle, which turns into awareness. My hope is that awareness turns into action. Often when I am discussing racial issues, even with very well meaning white people,

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they tend to change the narrative to fit their lives because they are either uncomfortable or

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because it doesn't directly affect them. For example, it is unlikely that many parents of white

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kids feel compelled to prepare their children for a routine police stop...to put both hands on

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the dashboard, to not resist or talk back because it could easily escalate to a tragic life and

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outcome of death. That’s a hard truth to fathom for families who don’t have to face that weight

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of fear as their daily reality. Police brutality inflicted on people of color is a serious issue but certainly not the sole issue in discussing racial inequality. And of course this is not a sweeping indictment against all law enforcement, but it is still a disproportionately grim reality for many

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people in this country who happen to be black or brown. We need the community to first share in feeling our daily discomfort and fear and only then can we collectively progress. I am proud to be in a community that is willing and ready to tackle these issues. Black people are no different than white people — we only want equality and the same fair treatment as whites. I want my kids to be able to reach the same endless possibilities as your kids. Yes, they have lived a privileged life so far, but once they leave the nest the world is a very different place to brown and black folks. So let's meet this moment with having the conversations, educating ourselves, and listening because Black Lives Matter!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE AUGUST 2020

FEATURES 20 Bret Alexandra Home has a new meaning now that itâ€™s all we have

27 A Heritage Brand In-The-Making Pedro and Tailor is the modern, multi-cultural apparel company you have been waiting for

32 Denver Street Eats

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38 Modern Mountain Mansion Luxury Front Range Living Realized in One Castle Pines Property

DEPARTMENTS 10

Lifestyle Letter

Good Times

Around Town

20 Renovate & Refine 27 Locally Owned 32 City Scene 38 Open House 42 DIY 46 Lifestyle Calendar 48 Parting Thoughts

GOOD TIMES

The Push for Progress Rally On June 21, Go Skateboarding Day, hundreds of skaters came together protesting at The Push for Progress Rally. Locals rode from the Colorado State Capital through Downtown Denver and ended at the Denver Skatepark. PHOTOGRAPHY ALEXANDRÉ HOOSON

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AROUND TOWN

SWEETGREEN EXPANDS INTO ROCKY MOUNTAIN REGION WITH OPENING OF FIRST STORES IN COLORADO Sweetgreen, the seasonal restaurant with

Who: Zeppelin Station

the mission to build healthier communities by

What: Lost Summer at Zeppelin Station

connecting people to real food and investing in

Where: 3501 Wazee Street, Set 100, Denver, 80216

local communities, made its debut in the Rocky

When: Sunday-Thursday 11 am to 6 pm; Friday and

Mountain region this summer with the opening

Saturday 11 am to 10 pm* (*Food available until 9 p.m.

of its Denver Cherry Creek and LoDo stores.

on Fridays and Saturdays. Bar open until 10 pm)

Sweetgreen makes their food from scratch, using

Details: Make up for time lost this summer

fresh ingredients and produce delivered that

on our new, extended patio at Zeppelin Station.

morning – often from local farm partners.

Beat the heat by relaxing under one of our 80

To celebrate the opening of both stores,

person, socially-distanced, covered picnic tables,

Sweetgreen donated 1401 meals, one for every

or lounge out in one of our 6-8 person private

meal sold on the respective opening days, to

geometric domes. Nosh on one of our globally

local medical frontline heroes.

inspired food concepts including fresh, daily

Photography: sweetgreen

delivered salmon bowls from Ok Poke, fan favor-

SweetGreen.com

ite Banh Mi sandwiches and sweets from Vinh

EIGHTH & FORK CELEBRATES ONE-YEAR ANNIVERSARY

Xuong Bakery and summer specials like chicken and plantain skewers and grilled corn from La Rola Urban Colombian. Cool down with a Cold

Denver’s premier dining club Eighth & Fork

Brew Spritz from Dandy Lion Coffee, and in the

celebrated its first year in business this past July.

good words of Rupert Holmes, “if you like pina

Since its hard launch in July 2019, Eighth & Fork

coladas,” be sure to try one of our rotating, adult

has partnered with more than 60 local establish-

tiki-esque slushies at Kiss + Ride.

ments (including events, establishments, food

We’ll be celebrating in our seats with live DJ’s

trucks, and restaurants) and donated 520 meals

(lineup TBA), outdoor cooking, and dining options

to Denver Rescue Mission.

as long as summer lasts. Stay tuned to our social

For its one-year anniversary, Eighth & Fork is

media (#zslostsummer) and website for events,

running a half-price special on its annual member-

programming and updates. Garage parking avail-

ship. For $50 (regularly $100) people can sign-up

able with the first hour free.

for an annual membership. The monthly mem-

Photography: Zeppelin Station

bership is $10/month, which can be paused and

ZeppelinStation.com

turned back on as the member chooses. To learn more, visit EighthAndFork.com.

ZEPPELIN STATION HELPS DENVERITES MAKE UP FOR 'LOST SUMMER'

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Support Local. DELROY GILL RECEIVES RISMEDIA’S 2020 REAL ESTATE NEWSMAKERS TRENDSETTER AWARD They fight for causes in their communities and around the globe. They dedicate their careers to

Let’s Take Care of Each Other. Our small businesses need us more than ever.

creating a better real estate process. They work tirelessly for consumers and the greater good of homeownership. They achieve great honors, raising the standards of industry professionalism and thereby elevating us all. They innovate, inspire and lead us into the future. They are RISMedia’s 2020 Real Estate Newsmakers. Delroy Gill, a REALTOR® with LIV Sotheby's International Realty, helps clients in the Denver area buy and sell homes in top neighborhoods. Born and raised in London, England, Gill excels at handling complex transactions and international relocations. His goal is to help clients achieve wealth through real estate. I don't proactively think about being a "trendsetter," I just naturally have a high level of excellence that I want to offer every client, no matter the price point of the home. Real estate can be just a transaction but we choose to go far beyond that. My clients represent culture, community, and change! The real estate market is evolving so should everyone's representation. - Delroy Gill RisMedia.com

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BRET ALE XANDRA IS REVOLUTIONIZING HOME DECOR T H R O U G H M E N TA L H E A LT H, P O S I T I V I T Y & I N C LU S I V I T Y HOME HAS A NEW MEANING NOW THAT IT’S ALL WE HAVE.

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BRET ALEXANDRA KNOWS THE POWER OF ‘HOME’ AS A SPACE BEAUTIFIER AND HOME STAGER. The Colorado native, born right outside Denver, has watched the city grow in more ways than one. Being a part of the creative and artistic community has inspired Alexandra to grow with the city and put Denver on the map for fashion and design.

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As a Design Manager for Guest House, she’s been able to lean into her desire to aid positivity and mental health through design. “It took me a long time to find 'my place' in the world and contribute in a way that felt authentic for me. I've always been an incredibly positive person who also struggles with mental health daily,” she says. “I've been able to create a space that is a safe haven that allows me to be myself, learn myself, and understand myself. I think everyone needs to have a place like this, a place that is home to them no matter what.” The Denver design industry is charged by women and to be a Black woman in this realm is a revolutionary act. She says, “The Black presence in design is slim. I have made it a point to make a name for myself and Black women. Being a Black woman in the design space means making sure you aren't the only one there and not letting the 'status quo' determine my style.” Because Alexandra stands for inclusivity, intentional design and the belief that the world needs every single one of us, her view of the world has shaped her design choices lately. First, with COVID and then with George Floyd lighting up the world, she affirms that nothing else matters to her right now until justice is served for George Floyd and for all Black people who have been discriminated against all over the world. She wants people to never forget the energy that is being created around the world right now in the name of justice. “Never forget that all Black lives matter all the time—not just while it's a news headline,” she says. The state of the world has inspired the space beautifier to push the envelope and bring more diverse voices and artists to the table to contribute to her design work across the board. Recently, she took on styling The Mother House in Denver—a home in a category of its own.

H O M E If Bret Alexandra were a home, it would be the home she staged on Maxwell Avenue in Boulder. She filled the small boho bungalow with soft tones, a myriad of textures, and cozy layers. See Bret’s work here: @thefourthhouse @guesthouseshop

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“ W E WA N T T O H E L P P E O P L E C R E A T E A L I F E O F WO N D E R , H E AV I LY I N S P I R E D B Y T H E P L A C E S W E CO M E F RO M . . . L AT I N A M E R I C A , T H E C A R I B B E A N , A N D C U LT U R E S A R O U N D T H E G L O B E . ” -J O S H P E R E Z

MEET JOSH PEREZ AND LEVI TIJERINA, THE CREATIVE BRIL-

overtones of inclusivity celebrate the global citizen; individuals who

LIANCE BEHIND THE LIFESTYLE AND APPAREL BRAND PEDRO

resemble the colors and cultures of the world. They are currently

AND TAILOR. These Denver-based best friends launched the com-

producing contemporary items like corduroy headwear, cotton tees,

pany this past April by hosting a photography grant to give away

and their iconic Chore Coat. The Guatemalan-made working coat

$2,000 in prizes, an effort inspired by the COVID-19 crisis that left

($225), is crafted from lightweight linen and takes inspiration from

many creatives around the United States out of work. With nearly 700

each of their grandfathers whose history as a migrant worker and

applicants and a donor to match the prize money, the buzz around

the other a hardware store owner has lent them a hand to weave a

their newly debuted brand was getting louder—and for good reason.

new tale. Taking a twist on the traditional, their coat is fitted, features

Pedro and Tailor (PedroAndTailor.com), a moniker distilled from

three convenient pockets, and can be worn with practically anything.

their last names, is informed by the founders’ own heritage, from

“We wanted it to be light enough to wear during Caribbean nights

Mexico to Puerto Rico to Miami, and their international travels that have taken them across continents, from Africa to Nepal.

but be something you can layer up here in Colorado,” Perez says. The brand draws from a range of styles and flavors, but they also

“We want to help people create a life of wonder, heavily inspired

pride themselves on working directly with their community in Denver.

by the places we come from...Latin America, the Caribbean, and

They employ friends as freelance designers, like Rosie Crain who

cultures around the globe,” Perez says.

styles the brand’s photoshoots and finalizes technical designs as

The brand is an extension of Perez and Tijerina's shared busi-

well as hires models often in their social circles who happen to come

ness. A creative agency named Sett (Sett.studio), where their

from minority groups. To show their support of local businesses,

photography abilities thrive under one roof, offers visually driven

photo ops have taken place at local destinations, such as Denver’s

services to clients like Toyota and Disney.

trendy LoHi and a recent shoot at the iconic Cherry Creek Marina.

“Pedro & Tailor came out of an expression, in many ways, of Sett,”

This year, they plan to launch a line of home goods, including

Perez says. “Last year we did so much creative work in the apparel

copitas, traditional Mexican clay cups for drinking Mezcal, leather

space, and we realized there was a lack of representation and diver-

coasters, candles, and future collaborations to craft their own dom-

sity. We wanted to create a brand where diversity was truly baked

ino sets and even cigars. For Pedro and Tailor, the creative grind

into the DNA of the brand.”

is non-stop as they stitch together a legacy rooted in diversity—a

Their editorial campaigns evoke both an NYC street-style sophis-

place where wonderment and equality blend beautifully.

tication with pops of Caribbean colorways all set in the vintage ambiance reminiscent of Miami in the 1960s. In this curated space,

Find them on Instagram: @PedroAndTailor_

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Model: Philip Henry @philuphenry

THREAD UP Pedro & Tailor’s Chore Coat is made from 100 percent upcycled cotton comprised of cotton shreds from excess preconsumer industrial waste. The versatile and ultra-comfy sweatshirts are made from 100 percent organic cotton body and recycled poly ribbing and are available in colors olive and heather gray. Crewneck logo tees are fabricated using a super-soft 100 percent American-grown Supima cotton.

THE GIVE BACK When the epidemic first hit Denver, Pedro & Tailor were donating 20 percent of profits to Children’s Hospital of Colorado, where the wives of both Perez and Tijerina work as nurses. Perez says, “Both of us, as Latin Americans, have experienced pieces of the broken system. We continue to commit to activist movements, like the Bail Project, NAACP, and Black Lives Matter, starting with financial contributions and participating in peaceful protests with our families, voting, and showcasing real stories within our brand.”

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ARTICLE ALLYSON REEDY | PHOTOGRAPHY DANIELLE WEBSTER

S T A TE IF YOU’RE READY TO EAT OUT (LITERALLY),

just 50 percent of capacity, the restaurant industry

RESTAURANTS HAVE NEW OPTIONS

has been struggling. Allowing more tables outside

By now you’ve probably noticed the tables and chairs popping up in odd places—sidewalks,

means more revenue, and more of a chance that they’ll be around post-COVID.

parking lots, lawns, even in the middle of streets.

Eating outdoors is also a safer way to visit our

Summer of 2020 will be known for many things, but

favorite restaurants. Tables are spaced at least

one of the more positive things will be the summer

six feet apart to promote social distancing; sani-

of dining al fresco. Thanks to an initiative by the

tizing and cleaning are in overdrive; and restau-

City and County of Denver, restaurants have been

rant employees, as well as patrons when they’re

allowed to spread out into public spaces, making

not eating or drinking, wear masks to keep things

it possible for more people to dine safely—socially

as safe as possible.

distanced and masked, of course.

And while it may sound a little rustic, even fine

Multiple areas, including Larimer Square,

dining restaurants are getting in on the outdoor

Union Station, and Denver Pavilions, were given

action, and they’re creating an ambiance to match

the go-ahead to close streets to cars, essentially

the food. At Highland restaurant Spuntino, owners

turning the avenues into giant, open-air dining

Elliot Strathmann and Cindhura Reddy erected

rooms. “We are so excited about the possibilities

three tents and outfitted them with spaced-out

this opens up for our tenants and visitors to the

tables, romantic lights, and greenery.

Square,” says Jon Buerge, chief development offi-

“If people are going to have their two-and-a-half

cer at Larimer Square developer Urban Villages.

hour meals with us again, they need to be com-

“About a dozen of the current restaurants will be

fortable,” says Strathmann. “We made it as safe as

expanding their patios.”

possible but also nice enough to sit down and relax.”

The newly expanded outdoor dining isn’t just

Spuntino and most other restaurants are still

a much-needed boon for diners- it’s also going

doing take-out, but if you’re ready to venture out to

to help restaurants survive. After being closed for

eat, you might as well venture, well, out. It’s safer,

more than two months and then re-opening at

and it’s also a lot more fun.

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EATING AL FRESCO

Check out these spots for the best of Denver’s outdoor eating:

SPUNTINO Elegant tents with even more elegant food; 2639 W. 32nd Ave. ACOVA The foliage-rich patio comes equipped with misters; 3651 Navajo St. DIMESTORE DELIBAR Eat out front or on the rooftop patio; 1575 Boulder St. LARIMER SQUARE Larimer Street closed between 14th and 15th Streets UNION STATION Restaurants like Ultreia, Mercantile Dining & Provision, and Stoic & Genuine are serving out front DENVER PAVILIONS Glenarm Place closed between 15th and 16th Streets

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EVERYONE HAS THEIR OWN IMAGE THAT

Flow and connectivity are central to the main

COMES TO MIND WHEN THEY THINK ABOUT

floor—a design ideal for both everyday family living as

THE HOUSE OF THEIR DREAMS. Even so, it’s

well as entertaining for any occasion and on any scale.

not hard to see that one property in particular in

Whether you’re hosting an informal get-together and

The Village at Castle Pines—one of Colorado’s

serving buffet-style on the giant kitchen island or

most prestigious neighborhoods—is truly a dream

hosting a formal holiday dinner in the adjacent dining

home personified.

room, the space perfectly adapts for both revelry and

This 9,973 finished square foot home, located on

intimacy. Through it all spills in ample natural light

over an acre of land in Castle Pines, is a sterling exam-

from the expansive windows, which invite the resplen-

ple of luxurious upscale living that blends seamlessly

dent mountain landscape to join in the fun.

with and fully embraces its natural surroundings.

for play. The master suite is an oasis with its sprawl-

says Josh O’Connell, associate broker with LIV

ing walk-in closet, luxurious bathroom and built-in

Sotheby’s International Realty. “You could conceivably

fireplace. At the same time, numerous exciting ame-

have the whole block over and everyone could have

nities throughout the home provide countless ways

something to do and would fit comfortably. It’s the

to be entertained, including a game room, fitness

perfect set-up for entertaining on a beautiful Colorado

area, theater room and much more.

day, and it’s my favorite aspect of the property.”

The home includes areas ideal both for rest and

“The true story of this home is its outdoor spaces,”

While the home is a dream in and of itself, the

Blending luxurious functionality with impeccable

community in which it is located adds to its desir-

design is the hallmark of the home’s interior. The

ability. Offering five tennis courts, three pools, a

enormous two-story chandelier in the entrance

fitness center facility, multiple parks, two private

and the three-story winding staircase with custom

Jack Nicklaus golf courses and easy access to the

wrought iron give the home grandeur, while its art-

nearby Outlets at Castle Rock and restaurants,

ful details emphasize its design prowess. From the

The Village at Castle Pines contributes to the

overarching spaciousness of the open concept main

next-level luxury of the home.

living area to the fine details of the custom millwork

“The next owners of this home aren’t just pur-

and double thick, leathered granite used throughout

chasing a great property,” says Josh. “They’re truly

the home, no element is left underserved.

buying a lifestyle.”

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DIRECTIONS 1. Take your cardboard and cut two pieces into the shape of a llama (we found a stencil online). Then, cut strips of cardboard the depth you want your llama to be. You’ll connect these to either side of the llama cutouts to enclose your piñata. 2. Glue your strip of cardboard all along the edge of one side of your llama, then glue to the other side. (Be sure to leave a hole you can close up later so you can fill it with your favorite candy!) 3. Starting at the neck, cover the front, back and sides of your llama with white crepe paper, cutting a slit every half inch or so to create the traditional piñata look. 4. Cover all remaining sides of the neck and head with white construction paper, cut to fit your design. 5. Using construction paper, beads, pom poms, tassels, buttons, etc., add some flair to the rest of your llama! Bonus points for incorporating different shapes and textures into your final product.

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Good news for fans of street art and larger- than-life murals: Unlike just about every thing else this summer, CRUSH Walls isn't canceled. The vibrant street art festival that paints RiNo red (and blue, and lavender, and, well, every other color) each year, will still be spraying September1 4-20, albeit a little differently.

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What We’re CRUSHING On ARTICLE ALLYSON REEDY PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY CRUSH WALLS

“Instead of doing events where we have big groups of people coming together, we’re having to refocus and make sure the artists feel safe and that anyone who’s coming out and walking the streets is also safe,” says Festival Founder Robin Munro (aka Dread). That means more of an online experience, with livestreams of the 80-plus artists working their magic on RiNo walls. Here are two teams of artists you won’t want to miss.

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Alexandrea Pangburn and Romelle. These two local females will be part of CRUSH 2020

Crush Walls Denver Thomas “Detour” Evans & Max Sansing

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2020, Detour and Sansing will lead a team of all Black art-

heron they created for CRUSH 2019.

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