Ten extraordinary homes. One powerful sense of place.

Designing Aspen The Houses of Rowland+Broughton

The Houses of Rowland+Broughton

A Love Letter to Aspen, Told Through Architecture

“Modern interpretations of Rocky Mountain architecture that delicately balance built form and nature.” From the Foreword by Tom Kundig

Designing Aspen The Houses of Rowland+Broughton” features John Rowland, AIA, and Sarah Broughton, FAIA, presenting ten remarkable residential projects set against the spectacular backdrop of Aspen and the Rocky Mountains. Known for their expertise in urban design and historic preservation, Rowland+Broughton (R+B) unveils a diverse collection of projects, from contemporary private homes to serene harmonious retreats. Illustrated with striking photography, enriched with essays on Aspen’s history and design philosophy, and a foreword from Tom Kundig, FAIA, this book is a must-have for enthusiasts of architecture, interior design and mountain living.

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Bagua

A sanctuary inspired by Zen and balance

Meadow House

A contemporary retreat amid alpine meadows

Ridge House

Preserve the presiding spirit of the past.

Thunderbowl

Aspen Highlands meets modern lodge

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Aspen as Muse, Design as Tribute

Designing Aspen showcases ten of Rowland+Broughton’s most visionary residential projects—from lodge-style hideaways to Zen-inspired sanctuaries. Each home tells the story of its site, client, and design process through breathtaking photography, drawings, and essays. This 240-page monograph features a foreword by Tom Kundig and explores R+B’s 20-year journey shaping Aspen’s architectural landscape. Essays highlight Aspen’s cultural history, preservation values, and the firm’s signature Convergent Method. Perfect for lovers of home design and architecture, anyone who aspires to build or decorate a distinctive residence, and visitors and residents of Aspen enthralled by its charms, this makes a beautiful coffee table book and a captivating volume of residential design expertise and inspiration.

Designed from the heart of aspen

Over two decades ago, John and Sarah moved to Aspen for its blend of culture, wilderness, and spirit. Designing Aspen is a professional retrospective and a personal reflection on the town that shaped their careers, firm, and lives.

“Our agenda is the greatness of Aspen.”

Critical Acclaim & Reader Praise

Interior Design Magazine

“A spectacular book of unique Rocky Mountain homes… R+B’s contextual approach is humble yet bold.”

AIA Colorado

“A celebration of design, process, and place by two of Colorado’s leading voices in architecture.”

Amazon Review

“Stunning photography and thoughtful insights. Our favorite coffee table book.”

Goodreads

“Beautifully curated and inspiring—an architectural gem.”

Book Details:
240 pages, Princeton Architectural Press
$60 USD | ISBN: 978-1-7972-2872-3
Available at Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Bookshop.org, and select independent retailers.

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