uch a simple sounding question would take a lifetime to answer. The search for the perfect home is always on peoples minds. From people who want a large scale mansion to people who want a platinum level green home, the luxury home could be defined in multiple ways. So what is it that no matter who you are and what your tastes are, would define a tasteful and luxurious home?

So for starters, can a luxury mansion and a small footprint "green home" have anything in common? In my opinion, I often feel happier in rooms with tall ceilings. This is something that I have noticed in every style home. From starter homes, green homes and large mansions, everyone feels more at home in rooms that feel open. What else could make a room feel open? How about windows? I have noted that even in many of these green homes and modern homes have large windows. Windows always make the room bright and open. There is also a great feeling of openness and balance from choosing the right colors in the rooms. The wrong colors can make even a large room feel cramped or un-inviting. Many of the ideas involving a proper balance of lighting, scale and colors can show where both styles have a common interest.

hile driving the curvy, pine tree-lined roads of Sundance you will come upon beautiful cabins of all types. When we arrived at this peaceful spot we thought wouldn't it be great to live here year 'round? Then we walked inside and, wow! This is exactly what you would expect a luxurious mountain home to look like. From the rock arch over the guest tub to the craftsman style front door, an artist was definitely hard at work here.

n Alpine, there is a quiet cul-de-sac with two bridges built for two beautiful homes. The bridge to the right takes you to a home built by a custom steel fabricator. Every chandelier and door handle was made by the original owners hands. The home was carefully designed, built and landscaped to perfection.

t the top of Sundance Ski Resort, a home hidden by trees and shadowed by the mountain is found. The architect designed this home to take in all of the breathtaking views. Every where you turn there are windows to the outside world. Every sight is of trees and mountains. The active skier is but steps to the main run on the Sundance resort.