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February 7, 2020

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20 DIGS.NET | 2.7.2020 P R O F I L E | B O L D I N T E R I O R S A R C H I T E C T U R E + D E S I G N PHOTOGRAPHS : COURTESY OF DAVID LAUER PHOTOGRAPHY Maximum Exposure Studio Gild brings lofty ambition to an interior transformation of a modern space in a historic structure. I n Denver, Studio Gild—a Chicago- and Los Angeles-based interior design firm co-founded by Melissa Benham, Jennie Bishop and Kristen Ekeland—transformed a space nestled in a 1920s-era flour mill into an elegant loft. Among the original materials and architectural details preserved, the exposed brick on the walls are visible in the kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and living room, which is furnished with a Poliform Shangai sectional, a rug from Oscar Isberian Rugs and vintage and custom pieces from Milo Baughman, Blackman Cruz and Newell Design. This element, which both captures and harkens back to the building's bygone character and beauty, is complemented by oak flooring refinished in a soft gray tone to add warmth, and contemporary artwork were placed throughout to create the perfect balance between industrial and chic touches. "We wanted a masculine overtone with an emphasis on honest, artisanal materials," according to the team at Studio Gild. "Solid bronze takes center stage at the dining table, on custom island barstools and on the entry's La Cage chandelier by Hudson Furniture. Leather, suede, horsehair, burl wood and aged wool dominate the living room. Modern meets ancient with Shou Sugi Ban charred wood techniques in the master bath and dining table." Bathed in natural light, the loft doesn't hide the imperfections of the old structure. On the contrary, it was designed to highlight them through avenues like the exposed brick, which brings texture and color, and makes a unique statement blending rustic and modern aesthetics. studiogild.com "We wanted a masculine overtone with an emphasis on honest, artisanal materials."

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