A cozy bedroom with a beige upholstered bed, patterned bedding, and multiple pillows. Two pendant lights hang on either side of the bed, with a nightstand and plants next to one. Large bay windows with blinds are in the background, allowing natural light into the room.
Modern bathroom vanity with black cabinets, marble countertop, two wall-mounted mirrors, and two wall-mounted lights.
Open-concept living area with a kitchen island, dining area, and living room. The kitchen features a large white marble island with a built-in microwave and beige chairs. The living room has a fireplace, TV, and cozy seating. Natural light fills the space through large windows.

A Fresh Take on a Steamboat Victorian

A dining room with a round wooden table surrounded by six beige upholstered chairs, large windows with wooden blinds, a chandelier, and artwork on the walls. There are two paintings: one of a horse and another of a colorful autumn landscape. A sideboard with two lamps and a vase with flowers are also visible.

Historic charm reimagined for modern living in Steamboat Springs’ Downtown Historic District.

This Victorian-style home underwent a dramatic transformation. While its exterior still nods to the past, every interior space has been thoughtfully redesigned to reflect how the homeowners live today with light, comfort, and cohesion throughout.

Meg Jonsen worked closely with the homeowner and contractor to modernize the layout, clarify the palette, and bring balance between old and new. The result is a home that feels grounded in its heritage, yet fully ready for the next chapter.

Project Highlights

Modern kitchen with navy blue cabinets, white countertops, a central island with four cream-colored chairs, a stainless steel stove, a window with white blinds, and wooden flooring.
Spacious living room with brown velvet sofa, beige armchair, coffee table, and decorative pillows. Open dining area with chandelier and artwork on the wall. Modern kitchen visible in the background with dark cabinetry and pendant lighting.

Kitchen Classic Meets Contemporary

A deep navy perimeter, walnut island base, and sleek nickel fixtures ground this updated kitchen. The materials feel luxurious but livable, and the layout supports both everyday cooking and entertaining. Clean lines and smart lighting bring clarity and calm.

Connected Living Spaces

The living and dining rooms flow together through soft transitions and curated textures. Neutral upholstery, modern lighting, and collected art create a space that feels elevated, but never over-designed.

A bright bathroom with a large windowsill, a built-in marble bathtub, a glass-enclosed shower area to the left, and a black shelving unit with towels and decorative items on the right.

Bedroom and Bath Retreat

The primary suite leans into comfort and natural light. A layered bed, sculptural pendants, and built-in storage create a restful, intentional bedroom. The bathroom features marble tile, warm wood accents, and black cabinetry, a balance of tradition and edge.

Close-up of a bathroom sink faucet and handles with a mirror reflecting a ceiling light and part of a marble wall

Meg’s Role in the Project

  • Space planning refinements during early renovation phases

  • Cabinetry design and material selections

  • Lighting, hardware, and furnishing guidance

  • Integration of modern details within a historic structure

  • Color palette development and project continuity consulting

Where Past and Present Feel at Home

This home doesn’t erase its history it builds on it with clarity, warmth, and purpose. Meg’s work helped preserve the story while rewriting the experience, creating a home that honors the neighborhood’s roots while serving the lifestyle of today.

Living room with a dark brown sofa, beige armchair, and a black coffee table. There are pillows on the sofa, a table lamp, and framed pictures on the wall. The room has a staircase and a door in the background, with blinds on the window.
Living room with beige walls, a fireplace with a painting of horses above it, multiple windows with white blinds, and various chairs and a coffee table.
Modern living room with a dark brown sofa, beige armchair, patterned pillows, a black coffee table with a decorative tray, and a textured area rug.
A small bar cabinet with a mirrored back and glass shelf, holding various bottles of liquor, glasses, and a decorative vase, set against a patterned wall.
A round wooden dining table with five upholstered beige chairs, a centerpiece of purple and white flowers in a white vase, and a chandelier hanging above. The room has white walls, hardwood floors, and artwork including a large portrait of a woman on
A dining room with a round wooden table, six beige upholstered chairs, two large windows with wooden blinds, a chandelier, a potted plant with flowers, two framed art pieces on the wall, a gray sideboard with two table lamps, and hardwood floor.
Modern kitchen with dark blue cabinets, a white marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a central island with a white countertop, a window with sheer curtains, and a hanging pendant light.
Modern kitchen with navy blue cabinets, a white island with a marble top, four white bar stools, a window with white curtains, pendant lighting, and hardwood floors.
Modern kitchen with blue cabinets, white countertop island, and hardwood floors. There's a window with blinds, pendant lighting, a metal bowl on the island, and a stainless steel stove. Two white chairs are at the island, and there's a potted plant n
Open-plan kitchen and living room with a wooden kitchen island, white chairs, a blue wall cabinet, and a fireplace.
Kitchen counter with two white coffee mugs and a toaster oven, blue cabinets, wooden open shelves, and colorful mosaic tile backsplash.
Kitchen with blue cabinets, white marble countertop, colorful mosaic tile backsplash, open wooden shelves with cups and bottles, coffee machine, and toaster oven.
A neatly made bed with a light-colored tufted headboard, decorated with multiple pillows in neutral tones with patterns, flanked by matching bedside tables with hanging pendant lamps, a small plant, and a window with blinds on the right side of the r
Modern bathroom with a marble shower area featuring three showerheads, a built-in shelf, and a glass door; a large bathtub next to windows with closed blinds; a black storage unit with orange handles on the right.
Bright bathroom with a marble bathtub by large windows, a glass-enclosed shower, and a black shelving unit with towel and toiletries.
Bathroom vanity with black cabinets, two mirrors, and three drawers, with a central black cabinet and marble countertop.
Close-up of a marble bathroom countertop with a wall-mounted gold faucet and a gold handle, a mirror above, and part of a sink visible.
Modern bathroom with double sink vanity, large mirror, glass shower enclosure, and white subway tiles.
Bathroom vanity with black cabinets, a white countertop, a round mirror, a potted plant, wall-mounted lights, and open shelves with towels.
Bathroom with a marble vanity, dark blue cabinet, rectangular mirror, subway tile and decorative patterned tile walk-in shower, wall-mounted lights, framed winter sports poster, and a modern toilet.
Double vanity bathroom with dark cabinetry, marble countertop, two rectangular mirrors, wall-mounted lights, and a black cabinet in the center.
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