This Denver House Will Transport You to the English Countryside

William Morris wallpaper and earthy tones make for an utterly charming space.

Living Room in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
Kylie Fitts
Written by Sarah Yang April 2, 2025

Why travel all the way to the English countryside when you can bring the English countryside to you? That was the idea behind this remodel for a family of four (a couple and their two daughters).

“From the start, they were drawn to an English country-inspired aesthetic, which became the foundation of the design,” Katie says.

Kylie Fitts

“The wife had always dreamed of a home reminiscent of the English countryside—cozy, inviting, and rich with history,” explains Katie Schroder, owner and lead designer of Atelier Design. “While the house was old, it lacked the antique charm they envisioned. Their goal was to create a space that felt authentic to its century-old roots while still being functional for modern family life.”

Kitchen in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
“The home’s layout felt too cramped for the way the family lived, with every room—especially the kitchen and bathrooms—in need of significant updates,” says Katie.

Kylie Fitts

The four-bedroom, four bathroom house was a 100-year-old Tudor located in Denver’s Park Hill neighborhood, so it already had some English flair. But the layout felt cramped, and practically every room (especially the kitchen and bathrooms) needed significant updates. There also wasn’t a dedicated home office for the clients, who wanted a space to retreat.

Dining Room in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
Katie and team introduced elegant archways between the living and dining rooms to enhance the home’s existing architectural character.

Kylie Fitts

“They wanted to restore the home’s charm while improving its functionality,” Katie says. “Their vision was to enhance the existing architectural details, modernize the kitchen and bathrooms, and infuse the space with the warmth and character of a classic country house.”

Bookshelves in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
“Another standout feature is the built-in bookshelves and window seat in the living room,” Katie says. “Designed to look as though they had always been part of the home, they now serve as a natural focal point upon entering the space, adding both function and charm.”

Kylie Fitts

The English countryside-inspired aesthetic became the foundation of the design. To enhance the home’s architectural character and add function, Katie and team added elegant archways between the living and dining areas, added a built-in window seat with bookshelves in the living room, and expanded the kitchen.

Primary Bedroom in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
“The client was particularly passionate about William Morris patterns and was eager to incorporate them throughout the home,” explains Katie. “While we settled on using them in the dining room and primary bedroom, she would have happily wallpapered every room if given the chance!”

Kylie Fitts

“To capture the essence of the English countryside, we incorporated an earthy, muted color palette, William Morris wallpaper in the dining room and primary bedroom, intricate wainscoting details in the main-level bathrooms, and a striking copper range hood in the kitchen,” says Katie.

Reading Nook in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
The attic space is now a cozy spot for reading and lounging.

Kylie Fitts

The most dramatic transformation was the attic space. Originally dark and cramped, Katie and team transformed it into a cozy reading retreat with built-in bookshelves and a soft blue color-wash that gives the space an airy and intimate vibe.

Shower Curtain in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
Each bathroom has beautiful design details.

Kylie Fitts

Pink Bathroom in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
A shower is bathed in a subtle pink hue.

Kylie Fitts

The Tudor is now as charming on the inside as it is on the outside. It’s an ode to English design with modern amenities and features—the best of both worlds for the homeowners. And they couldn’t be happier, Katie says.

Exterior in Denver English Tudor by Atelier Design
The home’s charming exterior.

Kylie Fitts

“The finished home reflects everything they envisioned—a perfect blend of timeless character, modern comfort, and thoughtful design,” she adds.

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