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Maximum Exposure
Studio Gild brings lofty ambition to an
interior transformation of a modern space
in a historic structure.
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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."