THERE IS MORE THAN ONE WAY TO SLEEP UNDER THE STARS.
Beneath Colorado’s vast sky, there are endless ways to live—and dream—under the stars. From those first nights spent falling in love camping in the Rockies to the moment you plant roots to craft a home, we seek the shelter that meets our needs, both in form and in feeling.
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Whether wrapped in the glow of a lantern-lit tent or framed by floor-to-ceiling glass, the magic remains the same: a connection to the wild, warmth within, and a view that humbles and inspires.
Because here, luxury isn’t defined by walls or boundaries. It’s found in presence, perspective, and the quiet reminder that the most extraordinary spaces still leave room for wonder.
Shannel Ryan President, Colorado Nolan Carleton Editor in Chief
Dave Strellner Executive Producer Morgan Goodroad
Creative Sarah Innerarity Editorial Nicole Glenewinkel
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Winter's Clarity
Letter from the President
Real estate has its own seasons, some predictable, some surprising. This year, summer arrived with an unhurried pace. The market was slow to warm, patient in its cadence. But when momentum began in September, it was with drive. Activity surged later than usual, carrying strength and confidence well into fall and extending what is traditionally a shorter selling season.
In our resort communities, that shift wasn’t accidental. It was the product of strategy.
Homes that commanded attention were the ones positioned with intention from day one: priced with precision, presented with sophistication, and supported by unique, eye-catching marketing that rose above the noise. In a landscape where buyers have infinite options but limited time, the properties that sold were the ones impossible to overlook.
Visibility mattered. And our reach into key markets— from Texas and Florida to Chicago, Mexico City, and beyond—played a defining role. Unparalleled exposure across these audiences ensured that the right buyers discovered the right homes at exactly the right moment. Even as the season stretched later than expected, demand met opportunity with notable alignment.
As winter arrives, the market feels focused: steady, smart, and selective. The best results continue to come from sharp strategy, compelling storytelling, and the kind of global network that transforms a listing into a destination. Winter has a way of revealing what’s essential. In real estate, that clarity is our advantage.
There’s more than one way to sleep under the stars, and more than one Colorado resort to build #thelifeyoulove. We can show you how.
Your partner in the market,
President, Colorado LIV Sotheby’s International Realty
From the moment you enter a home, three silent forces begin to shape your experience: color, light, and location. Morning sun spills across mountain peaks, casting a golden glow through floor-toceiling windows, glinting off the texture of handhewn timbers. Outside, the quiet rhythm of a river or refrain of snowfall completes the symphony of setting and sensation.
Design in Colorado’s resorts is a dialogue between environment and emotion. Here, interiors are not just seen, they are felt. The palette of a home mirrors the alpine landscape, the light defines its mood, and the geography informs its soul. At this intersection of art and atmosphere, the state’s luxury market finds its most distinct expression.
“COLOR IS THE SINGLE MOST IMPORTANT CONTRIBUTION TO ESTABLISHING A MOOD.”
Leatrice Eiseman Executive Director of
the Pantone®
Color
Institute and the Eiseman Center for Color Information & Training.
Color is far more than an aesthetic choice. It’s a psychological instrument. From art to architecture, the influence of color is rooted in how humans instinctively perceive and respond to their surroundings.
Colorado-based designer Twyla Gurlea, founder of ColorView Design, brings academic precision to this emotional science. Trained under color psychology pioneer Frank Mahnke, Gurlea explains that “Our most immediate reactions to color may stem from biology, but the way we experience and interpret color is shaped by layers of cultural, social, and personal meaning. For example, seeing fresh green leaves in spring can feel uplifting not only because of our biological response to vibrant greens, but also because we associate them with renewal and the return of life.”
THE LANGUAGE OF EMOTION
4380 June Point, Avon, CO
$5,650,000 | Under Contract | Details on p. 35
Mahnke’s Color Experience Pyramid outlines how humans experience color on multiple levels from biological response to personal memory, see below.
Personal Relationship
Individual memories, like childhood wall color, shape how we feel about hue.
Influence of Trends, Fashions, Styles
Pantone’s annual Color of the Year reflects collective mood.
Cultural Influence & Mannerisms
In China, yellow once symbolized royalty; in Latin America, marigolds evoke renewal and remembrance.
Conscious Symbolism & Association
Learned meanings, like associating blue with sky and sea.
Collective Unconscious
Universal associations such as blue with tranquility or red with vitality.
Biological Reactions to Color Stimulus
Instinctive, unlearned reactions tied to survival and comfort.
COLOR
This layered understanding is reflected in design choices across the mountains. Jewel tones and earth palettes—moss greens, canyon browns, and alpine blues—have surged in popularity, not as fleeting trends but as emotional echoes of the land itself.
At the same time, the luxury real estate market prizes universality. Gurlea notes, “Because color is such a powerful communicator, I avoid sending messages that might feel too specific or personal. Instead, I focus on neutral, grounded palettes that create a sense of warmth and balance, often using earth tones that feel natural, inviting, and timeless.”
This balance between emotional depth and broad appeal is essential in real estate. A neutral foundation allows buyers to project their own lives into a space, making it easier for them to see themselves there. Subtle color decisions, like a living room bathed in golden-hour light or a kitchen with warm wood and stone can evoke emotion more powerfully than bold design statements.
According to Suzanne Griffin, Principal of Winslow House design firm, “In staging, I’ve noticed that using color strategically—maybe in a single accent wall, a piece of furniture, or a rug— helps potential buyers emotionally connect to the home. It makes the space memorable.”
Pantone’s Color of the Year 2025, 171230 Mocha Mousse, nurtures us with its suggestion of chocolate and coffee, answering our desire for comfort. It’s a hue that echoes Colorado’s mountain sensibility: rich, tactile, and reassuring.
“We’re seeing a lot of clients becoming braver with color, but still in a very refined, layered way. Instead of the stark neutrals that were popular for so long, we’re using warmer, earthbased neutrals and introducing rich colors through cabinetry, fabrics, and art. There’s a shift toward spaces that feel soulful and grounded, not sterile,” Griffin observes.
Color drenching, where designers envelop walls, furnishings, and ceilings in one continuous tone, represents the next evolution of immersive design. Gurlea views it as a way to create intimacy, especially in smaller spaces, while cautioning that texture must balance saturation. “Without texture,” she says, “the effect can become overstimulating. With it, it becomes grounding, almost cocoon-like.”
Similarly, wood drenching, using consistent finishes across beams, walls, and furniture, brings the tactile warmth of alpine craftsmanship to life. These techniques express the same truth: that color and material can speak to emotion as deeply as music or scent.
THE LANGUAGE OF EMOTION
IF COLOR SETS THE TONE, LIGHT DIRECTS THE PERFORMANCE.
At altitude, light behaves differently. It’s sharper, more deliberate, carving long shadows that stretch across snowfields and timber. Builders and designers study its movement through the day, orienting windows to capture morning radiance and the golden hue of late-afternoon sun.
With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, Colorado’s natural illumination is abundant. Yet in winter, shorter days make quality of light essential. Full-spectrum lighting, which mimics sunlight across the full wavelength range, supports circadian rhythm and balances mood—critical during darker months.
THE ARCHITECTURE OF ILLUMINATION LIGHT
Lighting design uses layered color temperature to achieve mood and purpose:
Comfort & Relaxation
Warm White (under 3000K) Bedrooms and living areas.
Balanced Clarity
Neutral White (3500-4000K) Kitchens and gathering spaces.
Focus + Energy
Cool White (4000-5000K) Offices or studios.
This interplay creates rhythm and well-being, mirroring nature’s own spectrum.
“We use layers of light—architectural, ambient, and decorative—so the home feels equally inviting yearround. In summer, we rely on natural light and softer tones that don’t compete with the brightness outside. In winter, we lean on warmer bulbs and layered lighting to create that cozy glow people crave when the sun sets early. It’s about giving the home a rhythm that adjusts with the seasons,” Griffin explains.
Photography and staging follow the same principle. Golden-hour imagery captures not just architecture but emotion, the amber glow spilling through windows, a fireplace flickering against snow, or a home lit from within like a lantern in the dusk.
Floor-to-ceiling windows, now a hallmark of mountain modern design, blur the boundary between indoors and out. They frame the shifting light as it paints the landscape, from shimmering rivers at midday to the rose glow of alpenglow at dusk. In these homes, light is not a decoration; it is architecture itself.
EVERY HOME TELLS THE STORY OF ITS PLACE, AND EVERY BUYER BRINGS THE STORY OF ANOTHER.
“Clients from California tend to gravitate toward light, modern interiors with organic materials, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow. Clients from Texas or the East Coast often love warmth, coziness, and a sense of craftsmanship. But almost everyone who builds in the mountains wants something that feels different from their primary home, a space that lets them slow down and connect with nature. Our job is to interpret that in a way that feels elevated, timeless, and uniquely theirs,” Griffin shares.
Colorado’s resort markets attract homeowners from across the country and abroad, each bringing distinct aesthetic expectations. Some crave modern minimalism; others seek rustic grandeur. These sensibilities converge in the Rockies, forming a design language that feels both sophisticated and deeply local.
The philosophy of biophilia, the innate human desire to connect with nature, runs through it all. River rock fireplaces recall afternoons on the water. Oversized beams echo the trees from which they were hewn. Textures, tones, and materials blur the line between outdoors and in, creating harmony between the built and natural world.
“People who come to Colorado are drawn to the landscape, the light, and the rustic beauty of the
mountains. So rather than recreating their homes from other markets, we design to reflect Colorado’s natural environment,” explains Gurlea.
This dialogue between global influence and regional authenticity is where LIV Sotheby’s International Realty (LIV SIR) thrives. Belonging to a brand with roots in the Sotheby’s auction house—a name synonymous with art, craftsmanship, and heritage since 1744—LIV SIR connects Colorado’s distinct luxury lifestyle to an international audience that values design, legacy, and authenticity.
For global buyers, Colorado offers rootedness, a tangible connection to landscape and lifestyle. For sellers, LIV SIR’s global network extends that story worldwide, presenting mountain luxury as both local art and global aspiration.
Ultimately, great design in Colorado is not simply focused on grandeur; it’s resonance. A well-designed home mirrors the world beyond its windows. Its colors recall earth and sky, its light moves like the day, and its materials speak of permanence. When these dimensions align, a home transcends shelter and becomes sanctuary.
This is the essence of luxury in the high country. A sense of belonging that reflects the landscape itself: grounded, radiant, and enduring.
“AND INTO THE FOREST I GO, TO LOSE MY MIND AND FIND MY SOUL.”
-JOHN MUIR
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Owner/Architect, Krueger Architecture
PAVAN KRUEGER
How did your passion for architecture begin? Was there a particular moment or place that first inspired you?
It started when I was a child, growing up in a small midcentury modern house in Southern California. It burned down when I was eleven years old, and my dad took a year off to rebuild it. Watching that process really sparked my initial interest in architecture.
Is there a project that stands out to you, one that you’re especially proud of?
One of my first projects after launching my own practice in 2008 was a collaboration with Amanda Precourt on her home in Lake Creek. My previous boss, Jim Morter, and I co-designed the project, and I served as the local architect on the ground. Amanda is an inspired interior designer, so it was great working with her, and it really jump-started my solo career. Amanda and I have since done five projects together, and she continues to be an inspiration.
How have your experiences growing up in Los Angeles and living in Japan influenced the way you approach design and architecture?
I’m still really drawn to mid-century modern design, Japanese influences, and modest spaces. I also love flexible, multi-use spaces. When I lived in Japan with my host family, I slept in a tatami mat room that became the family office during the day. In both California and Japan, there’s a strong focus on bringing together indoor and outdoor living, because the climate is ideal for it. I love to bring nature inside and allow indoor spaces to spill out, especially in this mountain climate.
What inspired you to co-found Project Funway?
It started with a couple girlfriends wanting to host a little gathering to showcase dresses we had made. That first year, we had about 200 people. As it grew, we decided to raise money for the Education Foundation of Eagle County (EFEC)
after some local school funding initiatives didn't pass—I'm a big advocate for public education. Last year, we had 1,500 people at Dobson Arena and raised half a million dollars.
We offer affordable seats so it remains an inclusive community event with all the schools and families represented, while also serving as a successful fundraiser. EFEC now runs the event, with Wendy Rimel and Tessa Kirchner at the helm, and this year will be our 16th!
In your work with EFEC, what changes or challenges have stood out to you in local schools?
My kids went through local schools, and I’ve always admired how much the schools do with so little funding. They offer great programs with wonderful teachers who serve a very diverse population. When some families move here, the kids might not speak the language, but after they graduate, they’re attaining high levels of education and finding success.
There's a great ethos of teachers feeling supported as EFEC supports them in many ways, such as providing staff so teachers can take breaks and plan lessons, and offering teacher scholarships so they can further their education.
Learn more about Krueger Architecture at kruegerarchitecture.com
When you think about EFEC’s mission, what does success look like to you?
One of the things EFEC does so well is advocate for education funding through both local and statewide ballot initiatives. To me, success would mean reaching a point where state funding is sufficient, where EFEC can focus more on supporting teachers and students directly. One of EFEC's greatest strengths is how it brings together volunteers and staff from various cultures, which benefits the entire school community.
What current or upcoming project has you most excited right now?
I particularly enjoy designing homes for my contemporaries, trying to make good design affordable. I look forward to more of that. I am also honored to be helping Vail Mountain School (VMS) with a backcountry hut in Emily Franciose’s memory. It will include an educational classroom and serve the broader community in addition to VMS.
1150 Ptarmigan Road / $25,000,000
5 Bedrooms, 7 Bathrooms
6,050 Square Feet
Cox Nobrega 970.977.1041
VAIL
Malia
1785 Sunburst Drive / $19,500,000
5 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, 5,297 Square Feet
VAIL
Malia Cox Nobrega 970.977.1041
59 Borders Road / $15,884,000
7 Bedrooms, 9 Bathrooms
10,706 Square Feet
McHugh 970.376.7171
Heather Losa 970.376.5295
BEAVER CREEK
David
76 Elkhorn / $14,500,000
6 Bedrooms, 8 Bathrooms
8,088 Square Feet
AVON
Malia Cox Nobrega 970.977.1041
BACHELOR GULCH
3698 Daybreak Ridge Road / $12,000,000
6 Bedrooms, 5.5 Bathrooms, 6,808 Square Feet
Barbara Gardner 970.471.1223
Alex Griffin 970.376.6120
BEAVER CREEK
334 Borders Road / $8,600,000
5 Bedrooms, 5.5 Bathrooms, 6,795 Square Feet
Scott Bandoni 970.390.9400
5
BEAVER CREEK
EDWARDS
37 Aspen Meadows Road / $6,000,000
6 Bedrooms, 8 Bathrooms, 8,346 Square Feet
Malia Cox Nobrega 970.977.1041
BELDEN PLACE MINTURN
1251 Main Street / $965,000 - $2,985,000 2-6 Bedrooms, 1,088 - 2,981 Square Feet
Mick Kelly 970.376.5617
Exciting new construction between Vail and Beaver Creek ski resorts. Belden Place offers single-family, duplex, and condo options. With beautiful finishes and direct access to nature out your door via Forest Service trails, it’s perfect for mountain living. Delivery starting in Spring of 2026.
Edwards Riverfront Estates B
$5,500,000
6 Bedrooms, 6.5 Bathrooms, 5,181 Square Feet
Barbara Gardner 970.471.1223
Alex Griffin
970.376.6120
$4,620,000
3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms, 2,657 Square Feet
Corey Lamothe
303.918.1644
Chris Irving
970.376.3487
1223
5
4
960 June Creek Road
$2,695,000
4 Bedrooms, 4.5 Bathrooms, 3,247 Square Feet Matthew Blake 970.390.2692
As one of the Vail Valley’s leading real estate advisors, Malia Cox Nobrega is entrusted with an exceptional portfolio of new construction residences defining the next chapter of mountain living. Nestled along prized slopes and fairways and framed by White River National Forest, these homes align architecture, access, and adventure in perfect harmony.
Two Vail Village Rockledge Road residences provide ski-in/ski-out access via the Born Free catwalk, while four Lionshead homes are either ski-in/ski-out or a short walk to the lift adjacent to West Lionshead, a planned base village with lodging, restaurants, and shops. The remaining homes are located within the Vail Golf Course community, the closest neighborhood to Vail Village, with a shuttle to Golden Peak in just minutes.
“Each home is architecturally crafted by KH Webb Architects, with the exception of 1785 Sunburst Drive, envisioned by 159 Designs. Both firms share a refined mountain contemporary aesthetic that
prioritizes privacy, maximizes views, and settles effortlessly into the surrounding landscape,” says Nobrega. “Interior finishes curated by Studio James and Katy Allen Interior Design add distinct personality to every residence.”
Years of planning, visionary land swaps, and careful approvals have made these homes possible. The Town of Vail, Vail Resorts, and East West Partners recently announced a transformative collaboration to create a new base village expanding the Vail Core of Vail Village and Lionshead, on the site formerly designated for the Ever Vail project. The new village will offer direct access to Vail Mountain via a gondola and will sit just steps from four of Nobrega’s new luxury residences.
Premier spec builders Mexamer Construction Group and Paragon Homes represent the pinnacle of design, ensuring the highest standard of craftsmanship and finish. Expect seamless indoor-outdoor living with panoramic Gore Range
1489 Vail Valley Drive
Vail Golf Course | $13,500,000
views, gourmet kitchens, spa-inspired baths, in-floor heating, and integrated smart home systems.
For those seeking a harmonious blend of natural beauty, refined design, and an active lifestyle, these new construction homes represent an unparalleled opportunity in the Vail Valley.
816, 818, 824 & 826 Forest Road
Vail Lionshead Village | $25M to $37.5M
1150 Ptarmigan Road
Vail Golf Course | $25M
296 & 298 Rockledge Road
Vail Village | $22M to $29M
988 & 990 Fairway Court
Vail Golf Course | $17.5M to $19.5M
1785 Sunburst Drive
Vail Golf Course | $19.5M
1487 & 1489 Vail Valley Drive
Vail Golf Course | $13.5M to $18.5M
1747 LEONARD STREET #2601
Dallas, Texas | $17,500,000
Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty
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Marbella, Málaga, Spain | $6,907,478 Spain Sotheby’s International Realty
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Petit Cul de Sac, Saint Barthelemy | $19,587,510 St. Barth Sotheby’s International Realty
Highland Park, Illinois | $5,999,000
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Pine, CO | $1,050,000
Lea VanSchaack | 303.803.2026
2539 E 5TH AVENUE
Denver, CO | $4,495,000
Trish Bragg | 303.638.6355
Maggie Armstrong | 303.241.9244
32329 INVERNESS DRIVE
Evergreen, CO | $1,425,000
Heather Graham | 720.201.4187
Sean Endsley | 303.895.4663
2656 4TH STREET
Boulder, CO | $6,390,000
Jeff Erickson | 303.589.2741
Ryan McIntosh | 720.495.4563
Cherry Hills Village, CO | $9,250,000
Kate Perry | 303.810.0474
Castle Rock, CO | $3,300,000
Casey Miller | 720.201.2755
Denver, CO | $4,400,000
Josh Behr | 303.903.9535
Fort Collins, CO | $2,495,000
Jason Filler | 970.222.7031
Koa Schumann | 970.310.9045
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7 ELK POINTE LANE
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