Would You Move To Another Country For Your Mid-Century Dream?

How one couple found home in Colorado

When ArcDen Studio took on the renovation of a mid-century home in Littleton, Colorado, the project was more than just a design challenge. It was about transforming an abandoned house into a modern home while honouring the home’s mid-century heritage. The clients, who were transitioning from the East Coast to a quieter life in Colorado, sought a space that could fulfill their needs, including accessibility and accommodating multiple rescue pets.

The studio began by assisting the clients in selecting the right home. Together with the realtor, they toured several properties, looking for one that offered structural flexibility, potential for indoor-outdoor connection, and a floor plan adaptable to both open and private spaces. The chosen home, located in a midcentury enclave in Arapaho Hills, was dark and compartmentalised but full of potential.

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Redesigning for Modern Living

The clients’ needs included accessible features, such as grab bars and zero-transition showers, and finishes that could withstand an active household with pets. Additionally, the home needed space for out-of-town guests with private quarters separate from family living areas. According to the architects, “The clients tasked us with brightening the space and making it feel open and welcoming while preserving the essence of midcentury design.”