FROM THE EDITOR

PHOTO BY JAMES COWLEY ON LOCATION AT PLATTE FLORAL

Publisher

Sue Hinnen

Blooming Imagination

[editorial]

Editor/Associate Publisher Vicki Dimond

Long awaited, summer has arrived, and with it a wide array of tantalizing options to spark your creative side.

What better time than summer to revamp your home or condominium? In this issue of Colorado Springs Style, experts share their secrets on everything from backyard beauty to up-to-date remodeling trends.

Not up for a total redo? Then take into consideration some of the tips local designers Rich Schell and Milt Sommers propose to give your rooms a fresh new look with minimal effort, and more importantly, minimal expenditure.

Can’t quite decide on a definitive look? Then mark your calendar for the second week in August and let your imagination run wild as you peruse this year’s Parade of Homes, affording guests 23 exciting new custom properties to explore.

Still in a rut? A change of scenery and a little vino are sure to get those creative juices flowing as you tour Colorado Wine Country. At the very least, you’ll enjoy the scenic landscape our state provides this time of year as you stroll among the lush vineyards, of course partaking in a great glass of wine – or two!

Feature Writers

Marty Banks

Toni Knapp

Department Writers

BUSINESS + Elizabeth Horton

CITY STYLE + Vicki Dimond

CUISINE + Linda DuVal

DESIGN + Linda DuVal

ENTERTAINMENT + Kate Jonuska

HEALTH + Susan Rust

LIFESTYLE + Maria Faulconer

REAL ESTATE + Linda DuVal and Kate Jonuska TRAVEL + Linda DuVal

UPCOMING EVENTS + Richard Rivers

[design]

Art Direction/Design

Diana Walters, BV Design Studio Inc.

Contributing Photographers Blue Fox Photography Richard DuVal

[advertising, sales & marketing]

Account Executive

Mary Ellen Currie

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Vicki Dimond, EDITOR

Sue Hinnen, PUBLISHER

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