ShowHouse Santa Fe 2016

THEME: “OLD MEX NEW MEX, A BLEND OF REGIONAL AND OLD MEXICO DESIGNs”

The 2016 Showhouse Santa Fe theme, "Old Mex New Mex," was a vibrant celebration of the cultural fusion between traditional New Mexican and Old Mexican designs. This theme encapsulated the region's rich, colorful, and diverse artistic heritage, blending it with contemporary sensibilities.

Designers were encouraged to merge classic elements from both cultures, creating nostalgic and forward-looking spaces. The theme allowed for a playful yet respectful interpretation of cultural symbols, patterns, and art forms. Traditional Mexican colors, textures, and craftsmanship were juxtaposed with the earthy, subdued tones and textures of New Mexico.

The fusion theme promoted a dialogue between the old and the new, the regional and the international. It showcased how traditional motifs and techniques could be reimagined in modern contexts, bringing a fresh perspective to heritage designs. This theme was especially poignant in Santa Fe, a city known for its artistic soul and cultural crossroads.

The 2016 Showhouse Santa Fe was more than just a showcase of design; it was a celebration of the rich historical and cultural tapestry of Santa Fe, reflected in the unique character and history of 820 Camino Atalaya. The event's success, indicated by the attendance of over 3,200 people, underscored the community's deep connection to and appreciation for the region's artistic heritage.

INTERIOR DESIGNERS: 30

ATTENDANCE: 4,500

HISTORY OF THE PROPERTY: 820 CAMINO ATALAYA

This historic Eastside home served as the estate of the famous White sisters (Martha Root White and Amelia Elizabeth White) in the 1920’s and 30’s, daughters of a wealthy New York newspaperman. This estate was located in the heart of the Santa Fe artists’ and writers’ colonies during the first half of the last century. The sisters worked as army nurses during World War 1 in Europe, then came to Santa Fe. Here at Camino Atalaya. they built the sprawling estate known as “El Delirio” (The Madness) where they entertained an immense circle of distinguished friends and gained renown among dog fanciers for having raised generation of wolfhounds and afghan hounds.

Later on, it served as the home and studio of renowned artist Raymond Jonson, a trailblazing member of the transcendental painting group, which he cofounded along with Taos painter emil bistro. Other noteworthy residents included German woodcut artist Gustave Baumann and poet witter Bynner. The are includes the Amelia E. White Park, which has a romantic arbor and many rose bushes, deed by Amelia White to the city in 1966.

Its most recent owners, Barbara and John Club, purchased the house in 2976. At the time, it was a three-bedroom residence with a small guest house. Over the years. the Clums remodeled and enlarged the dwelling three time to accommodate their large family and many activities, using local rock and flagstone for various projects as well as downed local aspen trees for latillas. One large central room, called the atrium, hand a pond, two waterfalls and scores of plants filling its floor.

The most recent remodel included the construction of a new bedroom as well as adding a space that would function as a discrete three-bedroom guest house. Full of creative and unusual rooms and nooks as well as the usual living spaces, the house now covers over 8,000 square feet.

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