Mid-Century Western in Wheat Ridge, Colorado

Over the course of two years, the renovation became an exercise in balance. The clients were drawn to the structure and simplicity of mid-century design, but they also wanted the home to reflect their own point of view — one shaped by western influences, meaningful objects, and a life full of experiences together. The result is what Katie describes as a “mid-century meets cowboy” sensibility: layered, grounded, and full of character without ever feeling heavy-handed.

Rather than pushing the interiors in one strict direction, Atelier Interior Design leaned into contrast and nuance. Bespoke cabinetry, vintage furnishings, and personal collections all play a role, but the original architecture still leads. It’s a home that feels designed with intention, then lived in with ease.

Design: Atelier Interior Design | Photography: Kylie Fitts

The Kitchen

The kitchen is one of the clearest examples of the project’s approach. It feels tailored and functional, but never overly polished. Honed Vitoria Regia quartzite was used for both the backsplash and countertops, bringing in movement and texture while still sitting comfortably within the home’s clean architectural lines. Custom cabinetry by Space Theory anchors the room and speaks to just how important craftsmanship was to the clients throughout the process.

There’s a confidence to the material choices here, but the room still feels approachable. Nothing reads too precious. Instead, it sets the tone for the rest of the house: thoughtful, practical, and quietly distinctive.

The Breakfast Nook

If the kitchen is about structure, the breakfast nook brings in some of the personality that makes the house memorable. This is where the layered styling starts to tell more of the homeowners’ story. The space feels intimate and relaxed, with a mix of forms and finishes that add warmth without losing the mid-century thread running through the home.

It’s easy to imagine this corner being used every day, which is part of what makes it work so well. Like the rest of the project, it doesn’t feel staged around an idea of how the homeowners should live. It feels shaped by how they actually do.

The Living Room

The living room continues that same balance between restraint and expression. Vintage pieces and collected objects give the space depth, but they’re edited in a way that keeps the room feeling calm. There’s a lived-in quality here that feels genuine, not overly designed, and that’s likely why the home has such a strong point of view without tipping into theme.

This is also where the clients’ influences come through most clearly. Their shared love of western references, travel, and storytelling through objects is present, but subtly so. Nothing feels costume-y. Instead, the room feels layered over time — exactly the kind of atmosphere that makes a house feel personal.

The Primary Bedroom and Bath

The primary suite shifts into a moodier palette, offering a slightly more intimate side of the home. Benjamin Moore’s Land of Liberty was used in the bedroom, creating a grounded backdrop that feels rich without overwhelming the space. Elsewhere, Mistletoe was used throughout the house, helping create continuity from room to room.

In the green bathroom, mid-century influences come through in a more direct way, with furnishings and storage pieces that nod to the era while still feeling fresh in context. Like the rest of the home, the room walks that line between old and new, character and clarity.

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