Historic Charpiot Building in Denver Now Showcases Modern Loft Residence
Denver’s historic Charpiot Building at Larimer and 31st Street was downtown’s first apartment building circa 1884. Today, the building has been professionally restored to include two very modern lofts to one side of the historic structure. One of these modern dwelling is located at 1240 31st Street and is available today for $569,000. Beautifully open and light, the fortunate buyers will enjoy dramatic architecture, a three-level design with dramatic 20-foot entry, and two luxurious master suites.
“The Charpiot family originated from Paris, France and found their way to Colorado, soon engaging in business in downtown Denver,” said Leilani Renteria, a broker associate with Kentwood City Properties and exclusive listing agent for the loft. “The family owned the Charpiot Hotel and Restaurant at 1540 Larimer where Writer’s Square is now located, the Charpiot Safe Company at 1550 Blake Street, and Charpiot Jewelry at 1222 31st Street.
“Earlier this year, this handsome Italianate-style building was beautifully restored and now houses creative and innovative businesses such as an architecture and design firms, hip body ornament fabricators, and the soon-to-open Hutch and Spoon, a small bistro,” Renteria continued. “The new loft addition to the building shares a common brick wall with the original structure. The building and the new lofts harmoniously blend classic and modern architecture that compliments the vitality of the River North Art District, one of downtown’s premier areas.”
The exclusive loft is highlighted by polished umber concrete floors, steel support beams, a vast wall space for artwork, a custom suspended staircase, and access to an attached two-car garage. This remarkable loft offers abundant natural light, two elegant master suites on separate levels, and two large outdoor decks for urban gardens and entertaining. The owners will enjoy modern finishes and architectural elements throughout, a private entry, designer light fixtures, dual-pane windows, and a security system.
