New Horizons
A letter from the editor of 5280 Home‘s June/July 2021 issue.
3 Things for Design Lovers to Look Forward to This Summer
A tiny-home convention, an Aspen architecture firm book release, and a women-led mural festival.
What You Need To Know About Populus, an Eye-Catching Hotel Coming to Civic Center Park
The new development is unlike any other hospitality complex in Denver.
Would You Ever Own a Home With Friends (or Strangers)?
The Co-Own Company introduces a new model of homeownership aimed at helping first-time buyers in Denver get into the real estate game (yes, even in this market).
Instant Curb Appeal: 5 Steps to Refresh Your Home’s Exterior
How designer Kelly Christensen of KC Studio revamped the flat façade of her midcentury Golden home.
How to Add Colorful Hues to Your Home the Right Way
Color queen Katie Schroder shares five secrets to making even the boldest hues feel right in any room.
Easy, Breezy Living in an Art Collector’s Country Club Castle
How do you make an art enthusiast’s design dreams come true? With classic, comfortable interiors and plenty of well-lit wall space.
Julie Maren’s Wall Sculptures Think Outside the Canvas
Using a combination of natural and synthetic materials, the Boulder artist creates whimsical works meant to make you do a double take.
9 Stylish Accessories for the Ultimate Backyard Movie Night
Add cozy comfort to your next backyard movie night with these accessories inspired by Southwestern style.
Room We Love: A Zen “Treehouse” in Aspen
An Aspen home’s muted palette and easy-wearing furniture give way to killer views.
9 Pretty Powder Rooms That Pack a Style Punch
The smallest room in your house is also one of the easiest places to play with bold design. Here, local pros break down the best way to bring life to any bathroom.
Meet Colorado’s Top 15 Home Industry Influencers of 2021
The movers, shakers, and bright minds who are shaping the way we live within our changing city.
Inside a Gallerist’s Art-Filled LoDo Loft
Doug Kacena of K Contemporary shows us his favorite spot to kick back.
In Defense of Bats: Why Colorado’s Unsung Animal Heroes Deserve Our Respect—and Our Help
One of Boulder’s nocturnal flyers pleads her species’ case.
Denver Pride and Juneteenth Music Festival Join Forces
Both celebrations occur during June each year—and they’re making the most of it.
How One Colorado Startup Is Changing Transgender Health Care
Plume, a Denver telehealth company, proves that gender-affirming care is a smart investment.
Suzi Q. Smith Ponders the End Times in Her New Poetry Collection
The Denver poet breaks down a piece in her new book, Poems for the End of the World.
What 5280′s Food Critic Gained From Creating a Restaurant for Birds
The local birds Scott Mowbray observed over the past 15 months caused him to ruminate on the nature of animal consciousness.
Find Love in Denver After the Pandemic
We reveal the new rules for dating in Denver.
A Q&A With The Podcaster Behind Nature Untold
The podcast, which investigates the link between addiction, recovery, and the outdoors, starts its second season this month.
7 New Pieces of Entertainment From Colorado Creatives
We’ve got recommendations for what you should read, watch, and listen to this summer.
How South American Fusion Fare Endures at Los Cabos in LoDo
Chef-owner Francesca Ruiz’s 33-year-old Peruvian restaurant survived the pandemic’s darkest days by serving cuisine from her homeland for takeout.
The Duo Behind Some of the World’s Best Adventure Filmmaking Just Moved to Colorado
Taylor Rees and Renan Ozturk founded Expedition Studios in Ridgway in early 2020. Here’s why that’s good for the Centennial State.
The Best Day Trips to Take From Denver This Summer
There are 27 weekend days this summer. Here’s what to do during each one of them.
4 Colorado Lake Vacations to Schedule Right Now
We visited Cottonwood Lake, Blue Mesa Reservoir, Grand Lake, and Nebraska’s Lake McConaughy to help you plan the perfect lake trip.
Your Last-Minute Guide to Memorial Day Weekend in Colorado
The holiday provides an opportunity for remembrance and awareness, as well as fun and light. Here, seven ways to make it special this year.
The Front Range Has Had Wet Weather. But Colorado’s Western Slope Continues to Dry Out
Denver has had more rain to start the year than at any point since 1983. The western part of the state, however, is still facing challenging drought conditions.
Review: The Holly and Black Life as Drama
Like The Wire, Julian Rubinstein’s new book The Holly mines Black violence for the sake of drama—rendering the larger Park Hill community largely invisible.
Jade Mountain Brewery and Teahouse Infuses Beers with Asian Flavors
Sip refreshing lychee fruit sours, spicy Sichuan pepper stouts, and dragonfruit-oolong hard teas at the Aurora brewery, which opened May 1.
What You Need to Know About Kids and the COVID-19 Vaccines
We spoke with a pediatric infectious disease expert about where we’re at with distributing shots to kids, reasons for them to get inoculated, and the best resources for understanding vaccine efficacy.
8 of the Worst Parking Lots in Denver
An unofficial list of the city’s most hellish lots and garages. Plus, tips on how to save yourself (at least some of) the headache at each one.
What to Expect From the New Designated Campsites Near Crested Butte
In response to increased visitation, large portions of the Gunnison National Forest will switch from dispersed to designated camping.
5 New Restaurants Bringing Fresh Flavors to Boulder
Satisfy your appetite for everything from East Coast–style bagels to contemporary Israeli fare.
Become Your Own Best Designer With Help From the Havenly Founders’ New Decorating Book
A just-published design guide by Lee Mayer and Emily Motayed—the sisters behind Denver-based online design service Havenly—demystifies the process of finding your décor style and bringing it to life in your home.
Cherry Creek Hotel Debuts with Public—and Members-Only—Restaurants
The culinary program at the new Clayton Members Club & Hotel offers a taste of the exclusive private restaurants popping up in Denver.
The Denver Art Museum’s Latest Features a Collaboration From Contemporary Indigenous Artists
Cannupa Hanska Luger and Marie Watt work together—and with you—to create a profound exhibition on community and contemporary art.
Black Hawk Announces Hard Money, the Front Range’s Newest Mountain Bike Trail
The Hard Money trail is only the second purpose-built, downhill mountain bike trail in the entire region. And it rips.
Do I Still Need to Wear a Mask at Restaurants?
It depends where you’re eating. But the only way to know the restaurant’s policy on facial coverings is to ask about—and then to follow—their protocol.
How to Deal with Your Anxiety About Colorado Reopening
Masks are coming off, capacity limits are increasing, and we’re all excited about getting out more. But that doesn’t mean it won’t feel weird. Here, a mental health expert’s tips on how to deal.
The Gaslamp Tavern Lights Up South Fork’s Sipping Scene
Kick back with mountain locals over Colorado-sourced brews, wine, and snacks.
The Meaningful Mission Behind Denver’s First Ghost Kitchen Taqueria
Alejandro Flores-Muñoz serves tasty street tacos—and uses his experience as a DACA recipient to advocate for undocumented entrepreneurs.
Why Ski Patrollers at Keystone and Breckenridge Considered Unionizing
This past spring, patrollers at each ski resort voted on whether to negotiate for better conditions via collective bargaining. Despite reaching different outcomes, both groups remain concerned about compensation and retention.
The 9 Best Barbecue Joints in Colorado, According to Denver’s Soul Food Scholar
In honor of National Barbecue Month, Adrian Miller, author of Black Smoke: African Americans and the United States of Barbecue, dishes on his favorite spots to get fire-kissed fare.
How and Where You’ll Be Able to Drink in Public in Denver Soon
After more than a year of pandemic-related delays, the city is finally on track to create common consumption areas, which will allow you to bring your drink outside certain businesses with liquor licenses.
A Denver Designer’s Chair Had a Starring Role at the 93rd Oscars
At this year’s intimate ceremony, the best seats in the house were designed by Denver’s own Jerri Hobdy.
Yes, You Can Scuba Dive in Colorado—And It’s Actually Pretty Great
Colorado may lack warm waters, tropical fish, and, you know, an ocean, but its alpine lakes and reservoirs still deliver thrilling underwater scuba escapades.
Colorado Pharmacists Face the Threat of Burnout
The COVID-19 vaccination rollout has rendered Colorado pharmacists overworked and understaffed. But both national and state legislation could provide a pathway to reinforcements.
Governor Polis Announces End to Most Mask Mandates in Colorado
The new rules follow guidelines released Thursday by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention that say it is safe for fully vaccinated people to no longer wear masks in almost all indoor and outdoor settings.
