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Designing Aspen: The Houses of Rowland+Broughton

“Modern interpretations of Rocky Mountain architecture that delicately balance built form and nature.” — Tom Kundig, Foreword

 

240 pages, Princeton Architectural Press $60 USD | ISBN: 978-1-7972-2872-3

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A Love Letter to Aspen, Told Through Architecture and Interior Design

“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, NCIDQ 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.

 

What’s Inside

Ten of Rowland+Broughton’s most significant Rocky Mountain residential projects — photographed exclusively for this edition by Lisa Romerein.

 

256 pages of architectural photography and storytelling

185 color photographs, shot exclusively for this volume

Ten homes in and around Aspen and the Rocky Mountains

 

Designed from the heart

 

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.

“When you look at R+B projects, you see rigorous design, creative applications sourced globally and highly functional spaces. What you won’t see is repetition or formula. You won’t recognize an R+B project by its look, because every location, every situation is unique.”

— Blaine Wesner, Client

Critical Acclaim and 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.”

 

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