Overlooking Ellipse Park on a commanding corner lot in Bonnie Brae, 801 South Ellipse Way is a rare architectural offering: an International Style residence rooted in its 1939 Post–Art Deco origins and re-envisioned in 2018 by its designer owner in collaboration with Boss Architecture. The result is a disciplined yet deeply livable home defined by restraint, proportion, and material clarity, listed by Kim O’Connor of milehimodern. 

Architecture and engineering move in quiet dialogue throughout the residence. Poured terrazzo floors ground the main level with a sense of permanence, while quarter-sawn walnut introduces warmth and depth. Gently rounded edges soften transitions and guide movement, balancing organic rhythm with planned geometry. Interior volumes are intentionally oriented for natural light and framed by Modernist windows, custom built-ins, and polished concrete, creating a cohesive and timeless interior landscape. 

The Bulthaup kitchen anchors the home with sculptural precision and technical excellence. Stainless steel countertops, dual cooktops, and an integrated suite of Gaggenau, Miele, and Sub-Zero appliances are paired with discreet innovations such as a toe-kick central vacuum dust catch, espresso machine, and hidden storage. Savant smart systems, Lutron lighting, and hard-wired blinds are seamlessly integrated, allowing technology to remain present but never dominant. 

“This home is an extraordinary study in intention,” notes Kim O’Connor, listing broker for the property. “Every material, curve, and system was selected to serve both the architecture and the experience of living within it. It’s quietly confident design at its highest level.” 

Indoor and outdoor living are conceived as a single architectural experience. A heated, covered patio with built-in Lynx grill and integrated sound extends into a private, elevated backyard designed for year-round enjoyment. The primary suite offers an elevated retreat of its own, featuring a secluded rooftop garden balcony with park views, fireplace, walk-in wardrobe with skylight and island, and a dedicated laundry suite. 

Bathrooms throughout the home reflect a spa-level execution, with Vitraform glass countertops and sinks, floor-to-ceiling quartzite, linear drains, heated floors, a steam shower, and a jetted soaking tub. Wellness-forward systems are comprehensively integrated, including HEPA air filtration, whole-house humidification, advanced water filtration with re-mineralization, hot water recirculation, and water softening. 

“The sophistication here is in what you don’t see,” Kim adds. “Mechanical systems, wellness features, and smart technology are fully integrated yet completely discreet, allowing the architecture and materiality to remain the focal point.” 

The lower level continues the home’s architectural continuity with polished workshop space, abundant custom storage, cedar closets, and built-in seating. Two separate attached garages for three vehicles, along with an additional parking pad and driveway, offer a rare motor court for the neighborhood. 

Set within the established fabric of Bonnie Brae, the residence is surrounded by tree-lined streets and architecturally rich homes, while remaining moments from Cherry Creek shopping and dining and Washington Park’s open spaces. Listed at $6,000,000, 801 South Ellipse Way stands as a contemporary reinterpretation of Bauhaus ideals — executed with scholarly precision and designed for enduring modern living. For a private tour or more information, reach out to Kim O’Connor at [email protected] // 303.885.0502.