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There are a lot of places in the world known for their dynamic nightlife: New York, Amsterdam, Barcelona, Rio. South Africa, on the other hand, has never come to mind. Tusk, a high-end African safari lounge in the Prospect neighborhood,…

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John Putnins: Mechanic, Erie

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A sleek white Mercedes sits in the lot at Gunbarrel Import Motors in Niwot with two dirty leather boots sticking out the side of the driver’s door. Keys click, the ignition turns off and out steps John Putnins. Latex gloves…

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Travis Rummel: Filmmaker, Denver

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To cast a line from his Scott fly rod is to enjoy a perfect moment for Travis Rummel, who loves spending his days fishing for trout on the South Platte River. To see everything from the lakes and rivers of…

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Shari Malloy: Citizen Activist, Longmont

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From the street, Shari Malloy’s Longmont home has the comfortable, colorful look that’s commonplace in today’s suburbia.

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Alexander Degelman: Interior Designer, Henderson

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As the son of a middle-income Baby Boomer born just after the Great Depression, Alexander Degelman learned not to take resources for granted at an early age.

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Sustainable Style, Broomfield

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Feel good knowing your backyard bliss is in sync with Mother Nature. Virtually every feature built into this two-patio setup was made with an eye toward sustainability. That’s pretty cool, but the bottom line is this outdoor space is as…

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Three Room Paradise, Longmont

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Why settle for just one living space outside? Spanning 534 square feet, this deck (originally built in 1996 and updated in 2006 to include a covered kitchen), features three separate living areas. There is an uncovered deck extending from the…

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Infinite Luxury, Boulder

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It is a difficult challenge trying to create a backyard that matches the views of the Flatirons and Baseline Lake it overlooks. How do you accomplish this? Listen to the rocks, of course. Transforming this 30- by 40-foot area on…

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Backyard Golf Club, Niwot

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Any avid golfer will tell you that without constant practice, the short game is the toughest to maintain. Chipping and putting can become your strength when you install this 850-square-foot synthetic green in your backyard. Sand trap and tee boxes…

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Building Blocks, Louisville

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The Calise outdoor kitchen line is new to Colorado, meaning there aren’t finished examples nearby. Still, we were really impressed by the concept. It’s simple: Build your outdoor kitchen block by block. Want an island with a grill and side…