700 PEARL STREET 1 & 2
BOULDER | COLORADO
Built in 1901 Seven Hundred Pearl has been through a few reincarnations. Originally the Racket Grocery store which served the Boulder mining community for 30 years, the industrial style building was designed with high ceilings and store front windows facing on to Pearl street.
INTERIOR DESIGN BY KARI WHITMAN
No expense was spared in this home with one of a kind interior design installations including:
• 9 ft glass panels from an old New York City pre-war high rise about to be demolish repurposed as shower walls, and sliding doors.
• Living walls, a hanging bed, two hanging love seats, recycled French street lamps, sliding steel doors, steel floors, recycled teak floor by Indoteak Design and Kitchen appliances and cabinetry from Gaggeenau.
• A headboard and some walls made from over 300 recycled Ralph Lauren and Ecodomo leather belts.
• Turkish travertine and Italian stone slab are some of the materials and components used in the upscale and sophisticated space.
• A living wall of moss and sage grows in the bathroom and hallway, bringing balance and life to the industrial space.
In 2017 Celebrity Designer Kari Whitman of Kari Whitman Interiors and the current owners reimagined the space. The interior design was captured on the cover of several national and local publications, including Colorado Homes and Gardens and Modern in Denver. The design of the residence, pays homage to the history of the building, where no drywall was used in the home, showcasing the original brick structure. The interior was completely stripped down to the studs and recreated using 80% repurposed or recycled materials.
Embrace the enchantment of timeless western history with this impeccably designed residence, where every detail pays homage to the storied past of the building and Boulder. Recycled belt walls, artfully adorned with bullet and shotgun shell accents, buffalo nickels, and Edison bulb light fixtures converge to form an aweinspiring masterpiece.
As the evening sun sets, bask in the warm fireplace glow. The built-in sound system sets the mood with a melodic album, transporting you to an era where legends like Mick and Keith would have reveled in this extraordinary rock and roll abode.
Beyond its rockstar ambiance, this sanctuary offers unmatched convenience. A mere five-minute stroll westward will lead you to the Trailhead, inviting you to immerse yourself in nature’s embrace. Conversely, venture five minutes eastward to find yourself amidst the vibrant heartbeat of Pearl Street Mall, a hub of cultural experiences and boutique delights. Adjacent to the residence lies the cherished Spruce Confection, a beloved local coffee house, ensuring that all your daily necessities are met right at your doorstep.
Practicality meets luxury as the dwelling boasts two convenient garage parking spaces, and its prime location on West Pearl makes it a dream haven for those who relish the downtown Boulder lifestyle.
808.388.9318
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