On the Market: Colorado’s Best Contemporary Homes

Contemporary homes often evoke clean lines, modern finishes, a neutral color pallet and minimalistic furnishings. And what better place for large floor-to-ceiling glass windows than Colorado, allowing the outdoors inside. While a commitment to natural light and open floorplans is adhered to throughout these modern masterpieces, comfort and luxury are never sacrificed. Each of these properties comes with its own set of breathtaking views, making these homes oases you’ll never want to leave. 720 Willoughby Way | Aspen, Colorado | 7 Bedrooms, 7 Bathrooms | $30,950,000 Located on Aspen’s prestigious Willoughby Way, this David Johnston masterpiece is the quintessential modern estate. Boasting soaring ceilings, vast walls, and windows that capture views from Independence Pass to Pyramid Peak, this home is perfect for the art lover. This is modern architecture at its finest with no detail overlooked. The home has seven en suite bedrooms and nine bathrooms, all with contemporary finishes. Walls of telescoping glass doors create a seamless transition between indoors and outdoors, opening up onto generous outdoor patios, a pool and yard. 718 S Galena Street, 201 & 203 | Aspen, Colorado | 2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths | $3,300,000 These contemporary, turnkey residence at the Durant Condominiums offer simple, clean lines with modern finishes, and direct ski-inout access. Abundant views and natural light combined with an open, flowing floor plan remind you of the local majestic nature outside your door. Each room centers on the windows to highlight the outdoors like a piece of art. Recently renovated down to the studs by Charles Cunniffe Architects and interiors. The floor plan includes two bedrooms, two bathrooms, including a steam shower in the master. And for quiet and cool nights, two sleek fireplaces complete this luxe residence. 630 E Hyman Avenue, 301 | Aspen, Colorado | 3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom | $15,990,000 This sophisticated and modern downtown core penthouse is the epitome of comfort and convenience. Many light-filled spaces and floor-to-ceiling glass corner windows allow for constant views of the surrounding mountains. A spacious deck with a hot tub is the perfect outdoor entertaining space, while a rooftop sun deck provides another space to take in the views. With top of the line appliances, central air, a two-car garage and a private building entrance, this well-rounded downtown residence becomes your own luxurious oasis, yet only minutes from downtown Aspen. 699 Eppley Drive | Aspen, Colorado | 5 Bedrooms | 3 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom | $4,600,000 Own your own original, modern home in Aspen with some of the best views of the upper Roaring Fork Valley, from Independence Pass to Mt. Sopris. This midcentury modern house was first designed in 1973 by Robin Molny, a Frank Lloyd Wright apprentice who settled in Aspen and became one of its early urban planners. Later additions have added a spacious master suite and a short stair tower filled with extra rooms for guests, office, studio, fitness and entertaining. Besides its unique modern adobe styling, the most distinctive feature is a 38-foot glass wall that completely opens up the living room to a long pool-deck and a stunning panoramic view across the entire valley. This home sits on 2.3 acres with the ability to build up to 15,000 sq ft. 136 Northway Drive | Aspen, Colorado | 6 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom | $8,995,000 This home in East Aspen is sophisticated in style with a beautiful interior design concept, and an open floorplan with the master suite on the living level. Premier cul-de-sac location offering amazing views of Aspen Mountain and Independence Pass. Built in 2014, this home was designed with the option to entertain in mind, complete with large snowmelt decks, a professional barbeque area, hot tub and extensive landscaping for privacy. A gorgeous kitchen that opens into the dining area and living room, a master suite with breathtaking views and a spacious, private guest master complete this gem. From here, it is easy to walk to town or use Dial-a-ride service. Find your next home in Colorado today.