2024 Year in Review

2024 Year in Review: A Year of Growth and Gratitude

As we close the chapter on 2024, we’re taking a moment to reflect on the incredible experiences, projects, and partnerships that have shaped our year. At Collective Design, each project is more than just a home—it’s an opportunity to create something meaningful for our clients. This year, we’ve expanded our ability to provide that meaning more broadly, bringing our expertise and creativity to clients far beyond the corner of Colorado we call home. We are continually inspired by the trust our clients place in us and we are so grateful to be a part of their journeys.

This year, we’ve had the privilege of expanding our work into some of the most iconic mountain communities, including Steamboat, Vail, Big Sky, and Park City. Each of these markets, with its own character and challenges, have pushed us to approach design with fresh eyes and deeper creativity. From steep slopes to sweeping valleys, each project has been an opportunity to craft spaces that feel timeless, functional, and connected to the natural beauty around them.

As we look back, several standout projects embody what this year has been all about—collaboration, innovation, and a deep appreciation for the people and places that make mountain living so special.

Innovative Mountain Living in Eagle

This one-story home in Eagle, Colorado, exemplifies the beauty of thoughtful design in both indoor and outdoor spaces. The clients envisioned a home that felt warm, welcoming, and deeply connected to its surroundings—a haven for gathering with family and friends. We brought this vision to life through carefully curated interiors and furnishings that blend mountain-modern sophistication with everyday functionality.

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The heart of the home is the spacious kitchen, thoughtfully designed to encourage connection and conversation during both casual meals and larger gatherings. The furnishings feature a palette of warm tones and natural textures, creating an inviting atmosphere that balances luxury with comfort. Custom pieces, such as a striking dining table and layered textiles, add personality and charm. The open layout enhances the flow between living spaces, while full-width glass doors can be stowed away to seamlessly blur the line between indoor and outdoor living, allowing the home to fully embrace its stunning surroundings.

The outdoor areas were equally important to the clients’ vision, with spaces tailored for relaxing and entertaining amidst the natural landscape. Thoughtful touches, like cozy seating arrangements and durable finishes extend the home’s aesthetic into the outdoors, creating a cohesive design that reflects the clients’ desire for connection and comfort in every corner.

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Life at 11,000 Feet

Located near one of Colorado’s most iconic peaks, this home was designed to embrace its breathtaking alpine surroundings. The architecture takes full advantage of the site’s natural beauty, with floor-to-ceiling windows that frame expansive mountain views and flood the interiors with natural light. Thoughtfully designed outdoor spaces, including a private pond where the homeowners enjoy fly fishing, seamlessly connect the home to its environment.

Inside, the architecture emphasizes flow and functionality, with gathering spaces that foster connection and rooms positioned to maximize views at every turn. A striking staircase with custom metalwork acts as both a structural and visual centerpiece, drawing the eye upward to the home’s spacious second floor. The bathrooms feature playful tilework that adds personality without sacrificing the clean, modern lines of the overall design.

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This home beautifully balances bold architectural elements with the warmth of the homeowners’ curated art collection, resulting in a space that feels both inviting and unique. It stands as a testament to the collaborative process, where architecture and design come together to bring a shared vision to life.

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A Gathering Place for Family and Friends

Nestled against the Gore Range, this home was designed to bring people together in every season. Expansive glass panes invite the outdoors in, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks and flooding the interiors with natural light.

Inside, the home balances comfort and play. A spacious great room provides the perfect setting for family gatherings and lively celebrations, while a custom game room adds another layer of fun. The dining area, featuring a custom-made table positioned to frame the mountain views, makes every meal an occasion. Outside, beautifully designed patios offer spaces to relax, entertain, and take in the stunning surroundings.

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Looking Back, Moving Forward

Reflecting on 2024, we’re humbled by the relationships we’ve built and the milestones we’ve reached. Expanding into communities like Steamboat, Vail, Big Sky, and Park City has been both exciting and rewarding. Each new market brings its own unique opportunities to learn and grow, from understanding the character of each community to designing for unfamiliar landscapes. It’s in these experiences that we’ve discovered some of our best work, pushing ourselves creatively and growing as a team.

To our clients, thank you for allowing us to be a part of your stories. Your collaboration and ideas inspire us daily, and it’s a privilege to help bring your visions to life.

As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited to continue designing spaces that honor the beauty of mountain living and the unique lifestyles of our clients. Here’s to another year of creativity, collaboration, and community.


Collective Design – Luxe’s One to Watch

Collective Design Named in Luxe Magazine’s Ones To Watch

Featured in Luxe Magazine Nov/Dec 2024

With true team synergy, strong businesses find success. Since its founding in 2015, Collective Design has quickly become a notable force in the luxury interior design world. Known for their collaborative approach, this Colorado-based firm is comprised of a dynamic team of designers, each offering a unique perspective. What distinguishes the team is their ability to tailor each project to reflect each client’s personal style, resulting in highly personalized spaces. With a foundation rooted in transparency, craftsmanship and bespoke service, Collective Design delivers seamless project management and client satisfaction. As they expand their national presence, their commitment to pushing the boundaries of design while staying true to their core values—trust, excellence and integrity—remains steadfast. Collective Design is poised to continue crafting exceptional, one-of-a-kind homes that perfectly embody their clients’ vision.

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Adrienne Rynes, President of Interior Design

EXPANDING REACH

With roots in Colorado’s mountain home tradition, Collective Design has grown its impact nationwide. As their portfolio grows, the group is establishing itself as a key player in the design industry, creating spaces that reflect both innovation and individuality.

LEADING BY EXAMPLE

Collective Design has established itself as a trailblazer in luxury interior design, consistently setting new benchmarks. Their commitment to high-quality craftsmanship and collaborative ethos have earned them wide recognition. As leaders, they continue to deliver spaces that are functional and visually striking, ensuring a lasting influence in the design world.


Behind the Scenes with an Architect

Behind the Scenes with an Architect: Crafting Your Ideal Mountain Home

As seen in Mountain Living Jan/Feb 2025 where Collective Architecture was named a Top Mountain Architect for 2025

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Creating a mountain home is an immersive process—one that goes far beyond blueprints and floor plans. For many, however, working with an architect is uncharted territory. What does the process look like? How are decisions made? How does your vision evolve into a finished space?

At Collective Design, designing a home is a partnership. It’s about understanding each client’s unique vision and bringing it to life in a way that feels both personal and naturally part of its surroundings. Join us behind the scenes to see how we bring ideas to reality—from initial sketches to the final touches—ensuring a design experience as fulfilling as the home itself.

The Foundation: Shaping the Client’s Vision

Every project starts with a deep dive into the client’s vision and lifestyle. Before any design workbegins, we sit down to capture the essence of what they envision for their mountain home. This process goes beyond aesthetics—it’s about understanding the atmosphere they imagine. We encourage clients to share inspiration photos from sources like Pinterest to Houzz to visually convey their style and aspirations. It’s a powerful way to start piecing together each client’s unique preferences and lifestyle.

We dig deeper by asking thoughtful questions: How will they use the space? Do they imagine cozy, intimate spaces or open rooms for hosting friends and family? Are they drawn to expansive sunset views, or does a custom mudroom tailored for mountain living better suit their style? Perhaps a luxurious indoor hot tub tops their list. These insights, paired with a detailed program questionnaire, help us establish a meaningful rapport and guide our design choices.

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Merging Inspiration with Site-Specific Design

One of the most exciting aspects of our process is aligning each client’s vision with the natural features of the site. Expanding into different mountain markets has given us a deep understanding of how to capture stunning views and connect the home with its environment. The rugged landscapes, varying slopes, and natural elements present both challenges and opportunities. We thoughtfully integrate expansive windows and outdoor spaces to make each home feel seamlessly connected to its surroundings.

Our designs emphasize materials that harmonize with the environment—natural stone, warm wood finishes, and expansive glass openings to draw in light and frame views. This approach creates an immersive experience that allows the home to evolve beautifully with each season.

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Balancing Beauty with Practicality in Mountain Environments

Designing for mountain environments requires a focus on durability, comfort, and efficiency. Steep slopes, snow loads, and fluctuating temperatures all present unique challenges. With every project, we consider these elements alongside the client’s preferred style, ensuring the home performs well while maintaining its aesthetic. Whether it’s positioning a deck for optimalv iews while shielding it from harsh winds or selecting materials that withstand seasonal extremes, we focus on creating solutions that balance form and function.

Bringing the Design to Life with Visuals

The shift from 2D floor plans to a 3D reality can be challenging to envision. That’s where our visuals come in. As we finalize initial layouts, our team builds 3D models in Revit, giving clients a tangible sense of their future home. We introduce the 3D model once floor plans are refined—when the design truly begins to feel real. Weekly meetings allow clients to review sketches, renderings, and models with us, ensuring that every detail aligns with their vision.

The collaboraTIVE EVOLUTION OF DESIGN

As the design progresses, it becomes a collaborative dance of ideas. We refine concepts based on client feedback, building on their input while strengthening our relationship through open dialogue and shared decisions. Regular site visits and ongoing communication keep clients actively involved, allowing them to shape the space in ways that reflect their personality and lifestyle. This hands-on approach fosters alignment with the client’s vision, ensuring a smooth process and a beautifully realized home.

The Collective Difference: A fully Integrated Approach

At Collective Design, our approach is built on seamless collaboration across disciplines. By combining our architecture and interior design services with the construction expertise of Pinnacle Mountain Homes, we create a streamlined, integrated process from concept to completion. Our in-house experts work closely together, allowing us to coordinate effortlessly across disciplines. Rather than relying on emails or scheduling delays, we simply walk down the hall to consult with each other, keeping the client’s vision front and center.

Our collaboration with clients goes beyond simply executing a project; it’s about fostering relationships built on clear communication and shared ideas. With regular updates and consistent touchpoints, the entire experience becomes straightforward and enjoyable,making the experience feel as personal as the home itself.

Creating a Mountain Home That’s Truly Yours

Designing a mountain home is about more than just the views; it’s about crafting a space that reflects both the landscape and the lifestyle you envision. With our focus on the unique aspects of mountain environments, we understand the nuances and opportunities these settings offer. Working with an architect who appreciates these details can make all the difference. At Collective Design, we’re here to help you bring your mountain home to life in a way that feels effortless, grounded, and uniquely yours.


Partnering with Teton Heritage Builders

Dear Friends and Partners,

I’m excited to share that Collective Design has been announced as Teton Heritage Builders preferred design partner! This partnership marks a new chapter for us, and we’re excited to announce that Collective Design has officially been named the preferred design partner for Teton Heritage Builders! This partnership marks an exciting new chapter for us, and we couldn’t be more aligned in our shared vision of crafting exceptional spaces that elevate mountain living.

Together, we aim to set a new standard for luxury homes in Montana and Wyoming, blending our expertise in innovative design with Teton Heritage Builders’ legacy of superior craftsmanship. With their dedication to quality and our focus on creating refined yet livable environments, we’re confident this collaboration will offer our clients a seamless experience from concept to completion.

Our mountain modern design approach perfectly complements Teton Heritage Builders’ ethos. Whether it’s a serene retreat in Montana or a contemporary mountain home in Jackson, our team is committed to designing spaces that reflect each client’s vision and lifestyle. With our experience working both remotely and on-site, we’ll continue delivering exceptional results—wherever the project takes us. To support this, we’re enhancing our presence in Montana to ensure we’re always available to meet our clients’ needs with a personalized, hands-on approach.

As we join forces with Teton Heritage Builders, we’re excited to explore new opportunities and push the boundaries of mountain living. We look forward to continuing to create homes that resonate deeply with those who live in them, combining sophisticated design with the natural beauty of these extraordinary landscapes.

Thank you for your continued support, and we look forward to this next phase of growth and creativity.

Best,

Adrienne Rynes 

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Latest Trends in Mountain Architecture

ELEVATED LIVING:
EXPLORING THE LATEST TRENDS IN MOUNTAIN HOME ARCHITECTURE

The team at COLLECTIVE ARCHITECTURE is dedicated to creating design solutions that enhance the lives of their clients in order to help them make lasting memories in their mountain homes. Working in Summit County and across the American West, they have developed a unique perspective on what truly defines a modern mountain home. For the latest trends, read on.

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Mixed Materials

The use of wood, stone, and exposed steel in mountain homes ensures durability against harsh climates and adds aesthetic charm. This blend of materials results in a rustic yet modern look that is rich in texture and visually captivating, creating a cozy, welcoming environment that feels both timeless and innovative.

Varying Roof Styles

Mountain homeowners are choosing diverse roof styles which are both aesthetically pleasing and functionally adept. From Scandinavian-inspired gables and flat roofs suitable for rooftop decks, to low-slope shed roofs that blend with the landscape, these designs reflect a thoughtful balance of form and function, enhancing both the look and livability of mountain residences.

Open Floor Plans

The open floor plan, a defining feature of contemporary mountain homes, enhances the flow between living areas, making spaces feel larger and more connected. This openness creates a warm, inviting atmosphere ideal for both family intimacy and social gatherings.

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Large Windows and Operable Walls

Expansive windows and operable walls designed to blur boundaries between indoorand outdoor spaces create a harmonious living environment. They provide abundant natural light and fresh air, making the home feel open and connected to its surroundings, perfect for enjoying the natural beauty year-round.

Versatile Spaces

Also high on clients’ wish lists: versatile spaces that can be adapted for a variety of activities. Whether for sleeping, working, exercising, or storing recreational equipment like skis and bikes, these multi-functional areas are designed to accommodate the dynamic lifestyles of the modern mountain homeowner.

Luxurious Living

Last but not least, modern mountain homes redefine luxury by integrating amenities that elevate both comfort and lifestyle. Spa-like bathrooms, gourmet kitchens, and smart home technologies enhance everyday living, while outdoor spaces like heated decks, outdoor kitchens, and fire pits create perfect settings for relaxation
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Trends From High Point Market 2024

2024 High Point Market Design Trends – Your Window into the Future of Interior Design

Welcome to the heart of interior design inspiration—High Point Market. It’s like the Olympics of our industry, where the best and brightest gather to unveil the latest in design innovation. As a hub of creativity and a melting pot of trends, High Point Market sets the stage for the evolution of beautiful spaces.

Our recent visit to this esteemed event was nothing short of a treasure hunt, where we immersed ourselves in the latest design concepts and emerging trends.

Discovering Warm, Earthy Tones

Move over, cool grays! The warmth of chocolate hues is making a comeback, and we’re loving it! Our time at High Point Market confirmed what we’ve been feeling—a return to rich, earthy tones that bring a sense of grounded serenity to any space.

Reviving Elegance with a Modern Twist

While avant-garde designs still turn heads, there’s a delightful revival of classical elegance with a contemporary twist. Think timeless aesthetics seamlessly integrated into modern settings, evoking a sense of enduring sophistication that feels fresh and exciting.

Exploring the Story of Textures

Textures stole the show at High Point Market—from the luxurious softness of bouclé to the bold allure of leather. These tactile elements add depth and character to spaces, inviting you to touch, feel, and immerse yourself in the sensory experience of your surroundings.

Basking in the Luminous Glow of Alabaster

Alabaster lighting fixtures are having a moment, and we’re here for it! Their soft, natural radiance creates a serene ambiance that highlights the beauty of any space. Picture warm tones and intricate textures bathed in a gentle glow—it’s pure magic.

Embracing Nature’s Bounty

Our love affair with natural materials—like stone, wood, and metal—continues to deepen, reflecting our commitment to authenticity and sustainability. The rising popularity of greige—a harmonious blend of gray and beige—is a celebration of nature’s organic beauty.

Blurring Boundaries Between Inside and Out

Outdoor furniture that’s just as stylish and comfortable as indoor pieces? Yes, please! High Point Market showcased a trend towards versatile living spaces that seamlessly blend with nature, blurring the lines between inside and out in the most delightful way.

Modern Mirrors with Timeless Appeal

The latest mirror designs strike the perfect balance between simplicity and elegance, infusing spaces with a touch of modern sophistication. Whether it’s pill-shaped or arched, these mirrors add a timeless charm that elevates any décor.

In Summary

The insights from High Point Market not only forecast the future of design but also reflect our evolving relationship with our spaces. We’re excited to embrace these trends and incorporate them into our upcoming projects. Join us on a journey to create extraordinary living environments that blend luxury with functionality, and beauty with practicality.

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