The Architecture of Aspen – An Admirer’s Guide

The architecture and design of The Little Nell hotel aim to welcome guests as if you’re stepping into the comfort of a luxurious private home. As featured in Architectural Digest online, our interiors were recently renovated in “Aspen Modern” style, which is cosmopolitan yet cozy. Modern, but timeless. This aesthetic helps reflect the city of Aspen… Read more

Artist’s Tour of Aspen – Q&A with a Curator

During his life, Walter Paepcke, founder of the Aspen Institute and Aspen Skiing Company, dreamed of this town becoming a Rocky Mountain hub of arts and culture known throughout the United States. He’d be thrilled to see his vision fully realized today, as Aspen has become synonymous with arts, entertainment and expression not commonly seen… Read more

10 Things to Do in Aspen Besides Ski

Trips to Aspen are a vital time for refilling the well. The Valley’s four unique mountains, gorgeous network of in-bound ski runs, and hum of the ski lifts always calls our name. However, it’s most important to meet our bodies where they stand, each day. Perhaps you’ve had a stressful month, are recovering from an… Read more

Artists That Call Aspen Home (+Must-See Galleries)

Aspen may be recognized internationally first and foremost as a ski town, but it’s quickly earning a reputation as an arts town, too. That’s fitting, given the percentage of people employed in the arts in Aspen makes it No. 2 in the country per capita, according to data compiled by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s… Read more

Frieze London

The Little Nell, Aspen Skiing Company and the Aspen Chamber Resort Association were in London last week for Frieze London, one of the world’s leading contemporary art fairs, held in Regent’s Park from October 14 to 17. The 13th edition of the fair featured works from 164 galleries from 27 countries, primarily post year 2000,… Read more

ART on THE MENU at ELEMENT 47

The Little Nell recently opened the doors to its new restaurant, Element 47, where diners feast on more than beautiful dishes featuring Colorado cuisine. They are greeted by original artwork carefully selected by Paula Crown, who owns The Little Nell with her family and is a major contributor to the art world. An artist herself,… Read more