Denver's Lower Highland neighborhood — LoHi — has become one of the most compelling pockets of contemporary architecture in Colorado. It's a place where historic bungalows share blocks with bold, modern builds, and where design-forward clients demand materials that can hold up to that vision. The LoHi Studio Loft, designed by Tomecek Studio Architecture, is exactly that kind of project — and it recently earned a spot on America By Design, the national television program that celebrates outstanding architecture, design, and the craftspeople behind it.
Mountain View Window & Door is proud to have played a role in bringing this project to life.
Hear It From the Architect
Brad Tomecek, principal at Tomecek Studio Architecture, shot a client showcase video on-site at the LoHi Studio Loft. In his own words:
— Brad Tomecek, Tomecek Studio Architecture
Brad Tomecek of Tomecek Studio Architecture on-site at the LoHi Studio Loft, discussing the Weather Shield VUE Series windows and doors supplied by Mountain View Window & Door.
The Right Products for an Urban Statement
The LoHi Studio Loft presented a specific set of design challenges. The building sits directly on an urban street front, requiring a front entry that could make a bold architectural statement while also delivering serious security. At the same time, the tight urban context demanded maximum light and openness — without sacrificing thermal performance in Colorado's unpredictable climate.
The solution: Weather Shield VUE Series windows and doors. Brad describes the product choice clearly:
— Brad Tomecek, Tomecek Studio Architecture
The thin-profile framing of the VUE Series keeps sight lines clean and glass expansive — exactly what a modern urban build like this demands. Above the main entry, a slot window carries that same minimal aesthetic while flooding the interior with natural light.
A Door Built for Urban Living
One of the standout features of the project is the front door itself. The tall lower level of the loft required a door with significant height — a specification that most standard door products can't accommodate cleanly. The Weather Shield VUE Series handled it with ease, and the five-point locking system added a level of security that's essential for a street-front entry in a dense urban neighborhood.
Brad explains the five-point system: "When you close it, you actually pull it up and it pins in and locks." That tactile, intentional quality is the difference between a door that feels like a product and one that feels like a piece of architecture.
What It Means to Work with a Trusted Advisor
The architect-to-supplier relationship is often transactional. Brad's experience with Mountain View was different:
— Brad Tomecek, Tomecek Studio Architecture
That's the standard we hold ourselves to on every project — from concept through installation. Architects bring the vision. We bring the products, the expertise, and the coordination to make sure the window and door package never becomes the bottleneck.
Whether you're working on a high-design urban loft, a luxury residential remodel, or a commercial build, our team is ready to be the partner your project deserves. Reach out to start the conversation.