04/08/2026
Love the life breathed into this 1898 Denver Square. 🤍
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There’s a particular kind of magic that lives in old homes, not just in their architectural details, but in the way they hold memory, habit, and future possibility all at once. Built in 1898, this classic Denver square arrived with strong bones and warm wood already telling part of the story. The opportunity for Atelier Interior Design wasn’t to reinvent it, but to listen carefully: to the house, to the homeowners, and to the rhythms of a growing family finding their footing.
From the outset, preservation mattered. Original windows, doors, and millwork weren’t obstacles to work around, they were assets to be protected. But reverence alone doesn’t make a home livable. With one young child and another on the way, this project demanded rigor behind the scenes: spaces that flex, storage that disappears into the architecture, and rooms that earn their keep every day.
Color enters not as decoration, but as conversation. Anchored by a beloved piece of art and the natural warmth of the home’s original materials, the palette feels confident yet grounded, expressive without being overwhelming. It’s a reflection of the homeowners themselves: one bold, one measured, both deeply invested in creating a space that feels like home rather than a statement.
We sat down with Atelier Design’s Owner, Katie Schroder to discover their study in balance, between past and present, intuition and intention, beauty and use. This is design that doesn’t shout, but knows exactly who it is. Full feature linked in bio.
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