A Tale of Two Guesthouses – Two couples build two very different guest retreats: one rustic in Bozeman, Montana; and the other modern in Aspen, Colorado. Paradise Found – A creative couple carves out a series of lush garden rooms in the backyard of their Salt Lake City Craftsman bungalow. Renovating with a Light Touch – An architect breathes new life into an aging Denver Tudor with a family room addition and a kitchen remodel that are barely perceptible as new. Haute Design – A talented team of design professionals transforms a Boulder, Colorado, house into a welcoming contemporary home with custom features. A House Kissed by the Sun – One retired couple’s dream house near Jackson, Wyoming, includes thorough plans for energy efficiency realized through passive solar design.

Departments

Neighborhoods - A Denver company turns underutilized apartment properties into boutique-style living spaces.

Books - A reading list of current releases on residential design.

Solutions - A Wyoming architect designs a unique silo for storing the treasured grape.

Here&Now - Today’s outdoor living spaces offer more than fresh air; they are fully appointed open rooms that are extensions of the home’s interiors.

Ways of Living - When friends and relatives arrive, a well-designed guesthouse, often a mini-version of the main house, says welcome in a big way.

Negotiations - Subcontractors are often a key ingredient to building your dream home.

Profile - Want to improve your home’s curb appeal? Color consultant James Martin makes his mark on exteriors of every shape and size.

Out the Door - Rebecca DiDomenico’s artistic talents are reflected in the garden she designed for her family—still a work in progress.

Sources - A guide to finding the professionals, products, and materials featured in this issue.

Building Blocks - Fences come in an array of shapes, sizes, and materials, making good neighbors.

Products - The latest offerings in "outer wares"—everything from furnishings, to TVs, to appliances.

My Word - The definitive statement on capital.