The Best Lofts in Colorado

Best Part of Living in a Loft

When many people think about urban lofts, they picture a wide-open space that serves many purposes. And while not every loft is constructed in such a fashion, many – probably the majority – are. So for the purposes of this article, that’s what we’re talking about.

An Artistic Blank Campus

Historically, lofts served as home and work for artistic sorts, whether they were musical performers or craftsmen. It made sense since a space with an open floor plan is basically a blank canvas. There are no interior walls that force you live according to someone else’s design. The ceilings are high so you feel open and free. What’s more, in the event that you choose to utilize some sort of dividers to define spaces, the choices are up to you.

Set up Your Space

Most people who live in lofts don’t feel the need to have a walled-in kitchen, living room or dining room. They appreciate the open and breezy feeling. They like being at the stove or sink and being able to see the TV, the front entryway, or out the large windows that are the trademark of numerous urban lofts.

If you need a little separation then visually dividing up space is simple. Put a table and chairs against the wall close to the kitchen and add some flowers. There’s the dining room. Put a sofa, some chairs and a few end tables near the TV. Find a cool rug to fill the gap between the two and ban! There’s the living room. Need much more definition? Purchase a sofa that is shaped like a L.

A Telecommuter’s Dream Home

Lofts are perfect for the telecommuter. The open space lends itself to creativity, openness and movement. As mentioned before, most modern lofts are still inspired by artist lofts where people would work and create in the same space. In today’s technological age it is the perfect blend for those who want to work at home but don’t want to be trapped in room that feels like an office.

If you are concerned that easy access to the TV and chores will be a distraction, then find some creative ways to separate the space. Put your office in the corner near the windows. Get a divider that inhibits you from seeing the entertainment center or piles of laundry. Then sit back and get some work done.

Loft Living Rocks

I feel loft living is one of the greatest achievements of our time and with so many options in Denver you will soon agree. The open spaces and cool layouts make it a dream for anyone. So grab a friend and go visit a few places. You never know, you may end up being my neighbor.

Loft vs. Houses

For some, trying to make the comparison between mile high living in a loft or in a residential single family home is likened to apples and oranges. The locations will be completely different, the architecture, the lifestyle associated with each purchase and most of all in today’s environment, the price. In order to find the best lofts in Colorado so you can make the decision for yourself on the best location type for you, you need to find an experienced agent that knows a lot not only about condo living but about the buildings you are interested in.

What to Consider before Buying a Loft

The first thing to consider is what kind of lifestyle you are living and where you plan on being five years from now. If you are considering adding important family members such as a spouse, children or animals, then a loft may not be the right place. Although, there are family styled lofts available, they do tend to be more expensive. On the other hand if you are used to the city living where stairs, elevators or work require you to be close many public locations then a loft may be just right.

One big consideration for a loft versus a residential home is that you don’t have land when you purchase a lot. In some cases when you purchase a home the price you pay has more to do with the location and the lot size than the actual price value of the home and what it would cost to rebuild it. When you buy a $200,000 property for instance, you wouldn’t necessarily take out a home owner’s policy to insure the full value as a greater percentage of the price is for the land itself.

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Now is the Time to Buy a Loft

Then there comes the question about retaining equity in a loft. It is actually a good time to consider buying a loft because the market prices have hit an all time low, considering the city that is, on what the asking price of condo’s were a few years ago. The real estate bubble burst of 2008 meant that the condo and loft market were affected as well, which means now is a great time to invest before the slow return of the market prices prior to 2008.