Effortless Mountain Home Refreshes.
Maximize IMPACT, Minimize Hassle.
Your mountain home should feel like a retreat, not a project. We provide thoughtful design updates, curated furnishings, and high-impact improvements to help buyers, sellers, and realtors transform outdated mountain homes into modern, cozy retreats — without the cost or long timelines of a full remodel or traditional interior design service.
Blue Canoe helps busy homeowners, sellers, and realtors refresh mountain homes with strategic, high-impact updates. We live and invest in the mountains, so we get it—your home should be both a wise investment and a place that feeds your soul.
Who We Work With
Buyers: Live-in ready, no DIY stress
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Sellers: Sell faster, for a higher price
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Realtors: Close more deals, quicker
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Our Services
We’re mountain home experts who blend smart design with hands-on experience.
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✔ Refresh Consultation: Onsite (or virtual if needed) assessment
✔ Market research packet - property-specific insights including target customer profile, and before and after refresh rate projections, backed by 5+ years in the CO vacation rental industry
✔ Research-backed recommendations to optimize your space
✔ If the space is fully furnished, we assess what to keep and what to replace to enhance value while keeping costs low
✔ Proposal of expected costs for recommendations
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Perfect for those who want a curated, cohesive look without the stress of design decisions. We provide a clear, easy-to-follow plan with everything you need to order and install furnishings yourself—delivering a high-impact refresh with confidence.
Everything in Refresh Consultation, PLUS:
✔ Property walk-through with gathering of dimensions
✔ Multi-page customized design concept—including floor plan, mood board, color palette, and room by room furnishings
✔ Installation guide & refresh recommendations✔ Comprehensive purchase list with links, purchase details, and total estimated furnishing costs
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Perfect for those who want a seamless, hands-off transformation. We handle everything—from design to installation—so your space is refreshed and ready without you having to lift a finger.
Everything in Refresh Design, PLUS:
✔ Place all orders and coordinate deliveries
✔ Decorate and stage the property
✔ Cosmetic upgrades: backsplash updates, install new fixtures, paint, tile work, as needed
✔ Coordination & oversight of full refresh so you don’t have to be in person to manage it
✔ Coordinate and manage photoshoot, as needed
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Perfect for those who want a home filled with meaning, craftsmanship, and a deep sense of place. This slow, intentional design process prioritizes artistry, history, and human connection.
*If you're looking for a quick turnaround, this isn't for you. But if you want a space rich with storytelling, handcrafted details, and a soul that reflects its surroundings, this is it.
Everything in Refresh Full Service, PLUS:
✔ Hand-selected artisan pieces – bespoke, handmade furnishings & decor sourced from local and global makers
✔ Custom-designed elements – tailored to your home, including stained glass, tile work, and built-ins
✔ Locally inspired design – honoring mountain cultures, regional craftsmanship, and the history of place
✔ Science-backed design principles – to enhance mood, comfort, and connection in every space
✔ Sustainable, natural materials – wood, stone, textiles, and finishes that bring the outdoors in
✔ Thoughtfully designed hosting spaces – so your home is as inviting as it is beautiful
This is more than just a refresh—it’s a legacy-driven transformation, rooted in craftsmanship, cultural appreciation, and a deep understanding of how design shapes the way we live and connect.
Do Any of these sound like you?
✗ Live far away? Managing renovations and furnishing from a distance is overwhelming.
✗ Don’t want a full interior designer—but you also don’t want to DIY? You need a simple, expert-led approach to create a stylish, cohesive home.
✗ Just bought a home? After closing costs, a full remodel isn’t in the budget—but you still want it to feel finished.
✗ Home feels outdated? Many mountain homes have dark, dated interiors. You want light, airy, and modern—without losing the cozy mountain vibe.
✗ Want a home with personality, not a big-box catalog look? Big-box furniture won’t cut it. You want quality, sustainable pieces that feel intentional.
At Blue Canoe, we take homes from empty or outdated to stylish and livable. Whether you need a quick refresh or a fully curated, one-of-a-kind home, we handle design, furnishings, and light remodels—so you don’t have to.
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Homeowner
"Alejandro led the process from mood board all the way to finished product. He worked quickly to update my unit with modern amenities while sourcing one-of-a-kind pieces that work so well together. I now have a timeless space that is fully me.”
Craig F. | Homeowner
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Seller
"Ale's attention to detail and understanding of what small changes make an impact helped to refresh my space. I wasn't interested in doing a big overhaul, just wanted to make small updates that made people look at my home and go "wow". He helped me achieve this without worrying about going over budget."
Sarah B. | Homeowner
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Realtor
“Ale is INCREDIBLE! I was blown away at his communication, work ethic, design eye, and integrity. I work as a realtor and am often referring contacts to clients for projects. I have found it to be extremely rare to meet a contractor who has both skill and character. It's even more rare to find one who has an eye for design. Ale has all of these qualities!! He is a hidden gem and I am so grateful to know him."
Elle D. | Homeowner & Realtor
The man with the PADDLE
Hey, I’m ale.
At Blue Canoe, we blend nature and nostalgia—where the raw beauty of the mountains meets intentional, soulful design. Think warm textures, natural materials, and handcrafted details that feel timeless, not trendy.
With years of hands-on experience remodeling my own homes and countless client spaces, I know how to maximize impact without overspending—all while trying to leave a small footprint for good ol’ Mother Earth.
Now based in Fairplay with my wife Annie and our pup, we bring that passion to every project, helping others create beautiful, functional, and meaningful mountain homes—spaces that aren’t just live-in ready, but ready to be truly lived in.
(pronounced ahh-lay)
Why Blue Canoe Design?
Blue Canoe was born from a feeling—the calm, effortless connection of floating on the water, surrounded by nature. As a kid, Ale found beauty in the ripples against his canoe, a daily reminder to slow down and appreciate his surroundings.
That same feeling guides Blue Canoe Design today—where craftsmanship meets connection. We create spaces that feel intentional, grounded, and deeply tied to both people and place.
