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<strong>Multi-Tasking</strong><br>
Get the most from small living spaces by allowing rooms and furniture to serve more than one
function. When the dining room isn’t occupied for entertaining, it takes on the aspects of a comfortable study. Mary and Carl use the room for catching up on correspondence or relaxing with a
good book on the antique daybed that provides additional seating.<br><br>Table and Chairs: Barbara Barry, Baker Knapp & Tubbs, New York, (212) 779-8810.<br><br> Antique Daybed Reupholstery: Daubitz & Sons
Upholstery, Dallas, (214) 748-3551.<br><br> Pendant Light Fixture: Pindler & Pindler, Hoff Miller, Denver
Design District (DDD), (303) 698-0800.<br><br>Floral arrangements throughout: Delilah's Flowers of
Denver, (303) 864-1678.

<strong>Embracing Architecture</strong><br>
The elegant stairwell wall adds grace to the rectilinear architecture of the home.<br><br>"In a smaller home, it is important that each piece of furniture makes a subtle statement," Mary says.<br><br>The Barbara Barry table and chair echo the architecture, while the upholstery fabric introduces a grid pattern that is
repeated throughout.<br><br>"Always follow the architecture," she advises.<br><br>Bronze Buddha Hands: Marc
James, Nielsen-Metiér, DDD, (303) 722-0072.

<strong>Mélange of Materials</strong><br>
Mary showcases her style and the richness of materials available for home design in the family room
with wool upholstery, velvet pillows, a leather ottoman, and a custom entertainment unit/fireplace
fashioned from wenge wood. A variety of woods was selected for the home, including ebonized red oak, walnut, African olive, German cherry and sycamore. Leather adorns everything from furniture
to floors, while glass and steel are softened by linen, silk, wool and cotton.<br><br>Chaise Lounges: Cameron Collection, Town, DDD, (303) 282-8696.<br><br>Chaise Fabric: Sina Pearson, TJ Horan &
Associates, (303) 296-9116, and Rogers & Goffigon, Town.

<strong>Indulge the Senses</strong><br>
Luxury reigns in the master bathroom suite, where an indulgent experience awaits. The zero-edge soak tub spills water gently over the sides so the water never grows cold.<br><br>"The bathtub is wonderfully relaxing," Mary says.<br><br>Every amenity is close at hand: chandelier and recessed lighting, operable skylight, hidden flat screen TV, towel warmer, steam shower and loads of neatly concealed closet space. Luxurious materials such as wenge wood cabinetry and travertine floors add to the spa-like ambience.<br><br>Stool: Haziza, Sun Valley, haziza.com.<br><br>Fabric: Coconut Weave Design, Carter Didlake, DDD, (303) 794-4722.

<strong>Touch-Me Texture</strong><br>
With a natural palette, texture becomes all-important.<br><br>The hand-finished walls are unique to the
townhouse: "The sub-contractor hand-troweled the walls, then we removed most of the lines with sponges, resulting in a plaster-like texture," Mary says.<br><br>She kept pattern to a minimum to let the
textures speak for themselves.<br><br>Upholstered Side Chairs: Saladino Furniture, New York, (212) 684-
3720.<br><br>Coffee Table and Roll-out Benches: Mulholland Furniture, John Brooks Inc., DDD, (303) 698-9977.

<strong>Attention to Detail</strong><br>
Every inch of the home exemplifies Mary's exquisite detailing and custom touches.<br><br> "Architectural
elements such as the recessed metal baseboards and custom-designed air returns are unique to the house," she says.<br><br>Even in this small powder room, nothing is overlooked. Delicate bark cloth covers the walls and ceilings, an antique table is transformed into a vanity, the floors are an intricate
combination of golden onyx and gold-leaf glass tiles, and the vessel sink and faucet take on the
appearance of sculpture.<br><br>Lamp: Donghia, Boyd and Dreith, DDD, (303) 777-4600.<br><br>Mirror: Ruth Livingston Studio, Boyd and Dreith.

<strong>High-Tech, High-Touch</strong><br>
At 6 o'clock each weekday morning, the master bedroom draperies part slightly. Fifteen minutes later, as reliable as a snooze alarm, they open a bit more. By 6:30 a.m., the 22-foot expanse opens
completely and it is time to rise and shine. This is just one of the many ways technology adds
comfort and convenience to everyday living.<br><br>"We're having fun learning more and more about what we can do with technology," Mary says.<br><br>Automation Installation & Programming: Powder
Networks, (303) 698-9900.

<strong>Lighten Up</strong><br>
One of the biggest challenges was to illuminate the interior of the center unit. Mary made the most of natural light by opening up the floor plan. Glass doors invite light to stream in, helping brighten interior rooms such as the kitchen. Low-voltage ceiling fixtures were installed throughout, along
with wall sconces, overhead pendants and swing-arm task lighting.<br><br>"By expanding the natural light
and incorporating good lighting design, the whole place shines," explains Mary.<br><br> Kitchen Design:
bulthaup by Kitchen Distributors, (303) 777-5409.

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Multi-Tasking
Get the most from small living spaces by allowing rooms and furniture to serve more than one function. When the dining room isn’t occupied for entertaining, it takes on the aspects of a comfortable study. Mary and Carl use the room for catching up on correspondence or relaxing with a good book on the antique daybed that provides additional seating.

Table and Chairs: Barbara Barry, Baker Knapp & Tubbs, New York, (212) 779-8810.

Antique Daybed Reupholstery: Daubitz & Sons Upholstery, Dallas, (214) 748-3551.

Pendant Light Fixture: Pindler & Pindler, Hoff Miller, Denver Design District (DDD), (303) 698-0800.

Floral arrangements throughout: Delilah\'s Flowers of Denver, (303) 864-1678.

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