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Steamboat Springs, CO Mountain Retreat Transformation

From: Rumor Designs

The Rumor Design team brought a fresh perspective to this mountain home that was full of potential but stuck in the past. This home was transformed from a 1990s-era property into a vibrant, design-forward retreat that blends rustic character with bold, modern style.

Photo: David Patterson Photography, Builder: Fair & Square Construction. From: Rumor Designs

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Multicolored Contemporary Living Room With Purple Paneling

Rumor Designs reimagined the rustic stairs, introducing new metal stair railings for a clean, industrial contrast. The home's original aged wood elements were preserved as an anchoring feature throughout the house.

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Before: Rustic Living Room With Buffalo

Homeowners wanted a fresh perspective on a space that was full of potential but stuck in the past.

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Rustic Contemporary Living Room With Buffalo

Rather than stripping the home of its original personality, the design team embraced its architectural roots. Original beams, wooden ceilings, and rustic touches, like the buffalo over the fireplace, were incorporated into the newer contemporary look.

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Before: Rustic Kitchen With Beams

The kitchen was dated and closed off. Dark wood beams and cabinets added to the heavy mood.

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Neutral Modern Kitchen With Plaid Barstools

The kitchen now features a more open layout with stone countertops and sleek dark gray cabinetry. The barstools' red plaid seats are a friendly wink to the home's rustic roots.

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Purple Bar and Black Fireplace

Adjacent to the wine room, Rumor Designs added a sleek bar. Cabinets are finished in rich plum paint (Sherwin Williams Blackberry), setting the tone for the home’s eclectic palette.

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Contemporary Rustic Open Plan Dining Area

The remodel began by rethinking the home's layout to enhance flow and functionality. A cramped crawlspace was converted into a sophisticated wine room. The kitchen and dining areas were opened up and connected for friendlier, easy flow.

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Contemporary Wine Room and Leather Chairs

What was once a small crawlspace is now a glorious wine room, inspired by the homeowners’ passion for wine and entertaining. The intimate space features stone walls and a standing tasting ledge.

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Before: Primary Bathroom With Corner Tub

The primary bathroom's look was outdated, though it had luxe details like big windows and a large soaking tub.

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Before: Southwestern Bedroom With Red Carpet

Although this bedroom had the benefit of high ceilings, beautiful windows and incredible views, its dated Southwestern details made it feel stodgy.

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Contemporary Bedroom With Green Pillows

Slim wood slats are a dynamic, textured backdrop for the bed in this bedroom. On the bed, lime greens and pale grays pull in color that's serene and inviting.

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Before: Southwest Bedroom With Mountain View

The views from this bedroom are epic and the fireplace cozy. Designers needed to freshen up the style, though, so it wouldn't feel stuck in one very specific look.

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Green Wood Stove and Tile

A teal, retro-inspired wood stove in the bedroom is surrounded by green tile to reflect heat, layer in pattern, and provide safety. The rich dose of color goes beautifully with the room's warm browns.

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Brown Contemporary Spa Bathroom With Marble Sink

This bathroom now feels ever so luxurious with its thick slab marble countertop, walk in shower and beautiful wood finishes.

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Contemporary Mudroom With Dog Wash

Given the home's location in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, a highly functional mudroom was a must. Now, there's plenty of space to stash sports and other gear. There's even a dedicated dog wash.

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Steamboat Springs, CO Mountain Retreat Transformation

Multicolored Contemporary Living Room With Purple Paneling

Before: Rustic Living Room With Buffalo

Rustic Contemporary Living Room With Buffalo

Before: Rustic Kitchen With Beams

Neutral Modern Kitchen With Plaid Barstools

Purple Bar and Black Fireplace

Contemporary Rustic Open Plan Dining Area

Contemporary Wine Room and Leather Chairs

Before: Primary Bathroom With Corner Tub

Before: Southwestern Bedroom With Red Carpet

Contemporary Bedroom With Green Pillows

Before: Southwest Bedroom With Mountain View

Green Wood Stove and Tile

Brown Contemporary Spa Bathroom With Marble Sink

Contemporary Mudroom With Dog Wash

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