Design & Build Awards 2024 BUILD Q2 2024 Rentfrow Design is a boutique architecture firm based out of Fort Collins, Colorado, defined by its unique design philosophy of “Creating homes for the way your family lives”. It is committed to the creation of cuttingedge, meticulously thought-out floor plans, material choices, and interiors that seamlessly blend beauty and functionality. Inspired by the magnificent landscapes of Colorado, Rentfrow Design utilises rustic farmhouse architecture styles to bring clients’ dream homes to life. Now recognised as Most Innovative Architectural Design Studio 2024 – Colorado, we take a closer look at what makes Rentfrow Design so extraordinary within the architecture sphere. Rustic Charm Meets Modern Luxury Contact Details: Company: Rentfrow Design, LLC Contact: Jon Rentfrow Website: www.rentfrowdesign.com Email: [email protected] The fourth most populous city in Colorado, Fort Collins sits on the Cache la Poudre River along the Colorado Front Range. Home to the awardwinning Rentfrow Design, it also boasts a thriving craft beer industry, as well as incredible opportunities for outdoor adventure along the river, Spring Creek, National Forests, or Horsetooth Reservoir, whether cycling, fishing, hiking, golfing, horse riding, canoeing, camping, and much more. In its architecture, Rentfrow Design works to complement these picturesque Fort Collins surroundings. One such example is its Jannie Barn two-storey farmhouse-style property, with a backdrop of rolling hills, and clad in timeless lap siding, with two inviting porches. This is a house tailored to the horse lover, with the first level being a haven for the equine members of the family. Consisting of four stalls with private exterior access, the barn enables both ease of access and freedom for its equine inhabitants. Adjacent is a tack room designed to accommodate a horse and its owner’s every need. A solid wooden staircase then leads to the second floor, where, bathed in natural light, there is a cosy, open living space which flows through to the farmhouse kitchen featuring a peninsula and eating bar. Either side of this section are two bedrooms with a private bathroom for each, providing the ultimate relaxation area to top off the property’s rural simplicity and innovative elegance. Also notable within Rentfrow Design’s project portfolio is its Trappers Point four-bedroom farmhouse, the epitome of country-style living, with its charm, comfort, and panoramic views. At the front are two car garages, accompanied by a wraparound porch, to the right of which is a fireplace making for the perfect spot to take in the breath-taking outdoors while staying cosy. Upon entry of the property, the warm ambience sets the tone for the entire home. From the spacious office, to the bright, open living area, family room, and dining area, to the beautifully designed kitchen, each room is thoughtfully designed and ensures convenience and functionality for every aspect of daily life. Then, at the top of the stairwell is a loft area, a bathroom, and two bedrooms, each of which have their own walk-in closet. This second level serves as the ultimate luxury space to escape and unwind. Meanwhile, beneath the property is a 1,189sqft basement with a guest suite and pocket bathroom, as well as a recreation room featuring a wet bar to create a brilliant setting for entertaining friends and family. “We live in a home designed by Jon Rentfrow that was built in 2001. The longer we live here, the more we appreciate the attention that went into the design and construction – truly a pleasure!” -Steve A. From exploring these two properties, it becomes quickly clear just how Rentfrow Design has become such a highly esteemed architecture firm. And although it is only a small firm, this only holds positives, with it meaning that clients get to enjoy a close working relationship with their designated designer for the duration of their project. This combined with next-level talent and a glowing reputation for delivering only the very best in architecture. The focus remains on how its clients really live and how they want to live in their new home, as Jon says, “It’s not just [a matter of] asking questions about how big and how many, but, rather, ‘why?’” Within its research into its clients’ lifestyles, Rentfrow Design is seeing the increase in people working from home. The pandemic was certainly a catalyst of this spurt in remote working, but coming out of that, Jon acknowledges that many individuals are still wrestling with their employers’ expectations and the working situation that they have now become accustomed to. The digital evolution continues to have an impact in other ways, too, with the constant use of technology and mobile devices – as such, the home needs to fit in with this modern-day lifestyle. Jon adds, “Multi-generational families living together is becoming the new normal [too] – that, we as designers are responding to, even though municipalities and their building codes are not changing fast enough.” Alongside meeting the needs of its clients, sustainability is an important focus for Rentfrow Design. Jon acknowledges how sustainable materials are a “big deal” to clients – although budget is also a variable, as not everyone can afford to be as sustainable as they want to be. Jon states, “Clients recognise the need for their home to allow them to live there a long time, so I equate sustainability to ‘age-in-place’.” Ultimately, Rentfrow Design has an inevitably bright future ahead of it as it continues on its path of making dreams a reality. For each project, it embarks on a unique journey alongside its clients, combining their vision and its expertise in order to create a home design that is entirely exclusive and as functional as it is aesthetically-pleasing. Rentfrow Design is ready to make your dream home a reality. Photography by: Nic Rentfrow - https://www.nicrentfrow.com/
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