2021 KICK-OFF/donor appreciation party

November 18, 2021 | 5:30-8:00 pm

“‘twas the night before” presented by:

This year’s ‘Twas the Night Before annual kick-off/donor appreciation party was held in-person at Shaver-Ramsey Fine & Custom Rugs.

Those who donated $600 or more received a Donor Appreciation Bag (while supplies lasted) and invite to this exclusive event, featuring a panel of professional home designers as they discussed design trends and ideas.

Following the design panel, attendees were the first to view the World Premiere of 2021’s L’Esprit de Noël Virtual Home Tour of Denver’s McCourt Mansion, complete with performances by Central City Opera Touring Artists.

Food, beverage, and valet service were provided. Scroll down to see photos from this exciting night and what was in the Donor Appreciation Bags!

Our designer panel

Christie Del Ciotto - Moderator Christie Lyn Del Ciotto, ASID is an Interior Designer and graduate of Penn State University’s Architecture program. Ms. Del Ciotto worked in the field for six years prior to joining The Sherwin-Williams Company in 2003 to oversee the design and development of a “first” for the paint industry- The Color Studio. In her current role as a Designer Account Executive, Ms. Del Ciotto is responsible for building brand awareness and increasing market share.

Nancy Boland - Designer & co-Founder, Boland Lord Design Nancy found her passion for interior design over 10 years ago in a boutique interiors firm on Long Island, NY. In 2007, Nancy designed her own Long Island home from the ground up, turning her own hands-on project into a professional calling card. A collaboration with a fellow designer on a traditional farmhouse in New York, as well as on her own home in Colorado, and almost three years working for a design firm in Denver gave her the confidence needed to embark on her own adventure with partner Martha Lord. Drawing from her east coast roots and love for antiques and classical architecture, her design aesthetic reflects her affinity for an eclectic mix of old and new. She loves the art of the “hunt,” and scours the interiors marketplace for unique, artisan fabrics, furnishings, and objects that lend a collected and carefully curated look to her spaces.

Doug Walter - Architect & Founder, Doug Walter Architects Doug is an award-winning, practicing residential remodeling architect with over 30 years experience. Since 1979, Doug Walter Architects has been locally and nationally recognized with over 140 awards for their work on older homes, for designing additions that “fit” a home’s unique style, for singular custom homes, for enthusiastic participation in trade and professional organizations, and a large body of pro bono work for charitable organizations. In 2016, the firm was awarded “Project of the Year” by the HomeBuilders Association of Metro Denver CARE (Colorado Awards for Remodeling Excellence.

Angela Otten - Designer & co-Founder, Inspire Kitchen Design Studio Inspire Kitchen Design Studio (Inspire KDS) was founded by Steve and Angela Otten; coming together with over 55 years of combined design and construction experience. Angela heads up the design team and showroom while Steve is in charge of the installation crew. Together their work encompasses all phases of the project planning and execution, ensuring a flawless kitchen.

what’s in the bag?

We’d like to thank the following donors for their generous contributions to this year’s Donor Appreciation Bag. (click here to see the benefits of becoming a bag sponsor!)

Birdsall & Co., The Garden Boutique - 10% off Coupon

BLOCKI Perfumer (Tyler and Tammy Kraemer) - 15% off Coupon

ENSTROM TOFFEE & CONFECTIONARY - Toffee Candy

Mint & Serif Coffee | Beer | Wine | Events - Bourbon Infused Coffee (for L’Esprit Signature Cocktail)

Taylor & Katie Grassby - Kavanagh Irish Cream & Chocolate Candy Spoons (for Signature Cocktail)

The Broadmoor - Holiday Ornament

GATEAUX BAKERY - Signature Cookie with Recipe

Colorado Expression Magazine - November/December 2021 Issue

Mary Kay (Debbie Hall, Advanced Prodcut Consultant) - Microdermabrasion Set

Sharon & Lanny Martin & The Denver Art Museum - DAM Ticket

Sally Scott & Kevin Kearney & The Family Jones Spirit House - Coupon for One Free Drink

Denise Sanderson - Holiday Plaid Face Masks