Denver Startup Week is back September 12-16, celebrating the very best in tech and entrepreneurship—and with a heavy dose of design. Explore the Designer and Maker Tracks for sessions ranging from architecture to virtual reality. (And the best part: It’s all free!) Read on for the top 10 Modern In Denver design picks during Denver Startup Week.   Too Big To Share Why...Read More

Join co-founders Mitchell Gold and Bob Williams for the grand opening of their new and expanded signature store in Denver. The event takes place Thursday, September 8 from 6-9 p.m. and will benefit the Design Council of the Denver Art Museum. Enjoy cocktails and hors d’oeuvres along with tunes from DJ Lady Bunny. Valet parking...Read More

For a company named MINI, big things have always come in small packages. It’s part of their eclectic DNA. So when Schomp MINI recently opened up a new Highlands Ranch showroom—and more than quadrupled in size—it was an opportunity for the iconic vehicle to fill the space with their signature culture. “It’s kind of an...Read More

Big changes are coming to the most important room of the house. And it’s not all about technology. There’s a shift taking place in how people spend their money, with a growing number of experience-driven buyers looking to invest in good design. This is especially true in the kitchen, where preparing food is only part...Read More

An all-star lineup of architects, developers, and government officials discuss the practical realities of Denver’s construction boom—and what it means for our city. Denver’s built environment is growing, shifting, and evolving right before our eyes. But what does that mean for the city’s future? How will today’s new buildings impact our lives tomorrow … and...Read More

SUMMER IS IN THE AIR! The summer issue of Modern In Denver is here! Featuring not one, but two covers, the summer 2016 issue is our biggest one yet. Inside, you’ll find stories on modern architecture from residential to commercial, featuring Charles Deaton’s Key Savings and Loan Association building, a look at the interior design of OtterBox, a...Read More

An expert in disruptive technology tells you what to expect, when to expect it, and how to prepare for the driverless car revolution. The term “disruptive technology” generally calls to mind the tiny or unseen—phones and other devices, or the hidden back channels of the internet. But when it comes to sheer scale of impact,...Read More

Our Modern In Denver spring Design Conversations event took took place May 5 at CU Denver College of Architecture and Planning. Rick Sommerfeld opened the topic “Bridging Architectural Theory and Practice” based on his op-ed published in Modern In Denver. Attendees participated in a group conversation to explore his position further and to discuss design-build education. We’ve compiled a variety of resources for you to dive...Read More

PHOTOS BY ADAM RIPPLINGER AND ROMAN TAFOYA Our signature spring event, Design In Bloom, once again drew 500+ creatives for a night of networking, giveaways, food, and flowers on April 28, 2016! Held at Space Gallery in the heart of Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe, the event offered architects and designers the opportunity to...Read More

The annual Doors Open Denver event, presented by Denver Architectural Foundation, returns to Denver this weekend, April 23-24. DOD provides opportunities for residents and visitors to explore our city, creating meaningful connections to the built environment and promoting quality design through self-guided (free) or expert-guided (fee-based) tours. See Modern In Denver’s list of must-see places during DOD below!...Read More

Design In Bloom is next week—our annual event where architects trade in blueprints for blooms and create innovative floral arrangements for our readers to see among a night of networking. Competition will be high among the 20 talented firms participating this year. All attendees will get to vote for the best display, taking into consideration materials, innovation,...Read More

Last week, Modern In Denver took a trip to Milan, Italy to explore the world’s largest furniture fair, Salone del Mobile and EuroCucina, all part of Milan Design Week 2016. The trip, sponsored by Veselbrand Contemporary Kitchens, provided an incredible first look at the newest, most innovative furniture, kitchen, storage, and bathroom design. With more than...Read More

The Salone del Mobile show in Milan—now in its 55th year—is THE annual event for the design world, featuring everything from kitchen technology to accessories and at the heart of it all—furniture. More than 1,300 exhibitors and 300,000 attendees worldwide are in attendance at this week-long conference packed with events, exhibitions, and presentations, where everyone...Read More

Get ready for eight days of education, home and studio tours, demonstrations, presentations, conversations, inspiration, and collaboration.  Something is happening here. Denver, long considered a well-kept secret among the vast acreage of flyover towns between major metropolitan behemoths like New York and San Francisco, has emerged as a city of consequence on the national radar....Read More

Through the Lens—hosted by the IIDARocky Mountain Chapter—is a black-tie, silent auction and photography competition event to raise money for the IIDA Foundation, the IIDA RMC Education Fund, and the Colorado Interior Design Coalition. For the contest, designers have been paired with manufacturers to photograph a running line product. Have a peek below at what some...Read More

Design In Bloom is back! Modern In Denver magazine’s annual signature spring event returns on April 28—a night when  architects and designers reveal innovative, architecturally inspired floral displays created by their teams. From 3D-printed vessels to displays with sound, our creative community continues to raise the bar on this annual event, and this year, we have 20 participants...Read More

  Month of Printmaking Denver (Mo’Print) is a celebration of the art of making original prints to inspire, educate, and promote awareness through a variety of public events and exhibitions in Denver and the metropolitan region. The Month of Printmaking, presented by The Invisible Museum.org, will be held in venues around Denver and the Front Range...Read More

Celebrate the opening of Goldyn’s “Spring Art Project” collaboration with Denver-based artist Mario Zoots on Thursday, March 10 from 6-8 p.m. at Goldyn, a women’s boutique in LoHi. Drawing inspiration from Goldyn’s designers’ Spring 2016 collections, Zoots created a limited edition series of collages and objets d’art that employ vintage photographs and old Hollywood film stills...Read More

Denver’s Art District on Santa Fe is a nationally known art and cultural district with more than 60 galleries, restaurants, and shops located a few short blocks from downtown Denver. The Art District opens its doors freely to crowds for popular events such as the First Friday Art Walk, held every first Friday of the...Read More

Our Modern In Denver winter Design Conversations event took place February 18 at Elsy Studios and Watson Furniture. Brad Tomecek of Tomecek Studio Architecture opened the topic “Regionalism” based on his op-ed from the winter issue of MID. Attendees participated in a group conversation to explore his position further and to discuss how Denver’s history, culture, and landscape affects our built environment. We’ve compiled a variety...Read More