Notes from the Box

A Personal Take on What Just Arrived There’s something different about seeing a collection through someone else’s eyes—especially when that someone knows the inventory inside and out. This week, Jody Strauch, co-owner of Out of the Box, is sharing a selection of her favorite new arrivals. And if there’s one thing that stands out...

When an Entire Home Becomes Available Every once in a while, something truly rare happens. Not just a single piece. Not a small collection. An entire home. Recently, Out of the Box acquired the full contents of a stunning six-bedroom contemporary residence in Aspen’s prestigious Red Mountain neighborhood—a home valued at $55 million, complete...

More Than Just a Table Dining spaces have always been about more than meals. They’re where conversations happen. Where games get pulled out after dinner. Where projects spread across the table and somehow take over the entire room. It’s one of the few places in a home where everyone naturally gathers—across generations, across routines,...

You’re Not Looking for Ordinary—and We Know It If you’ve made the trip to Out of the Box, chances are you’re not looking for the same pieces everyone else has. You’re looking for something different. Something with character. Something that feels like it was meant for your space. And yes—we know we’re a bit...

A Different Kind of Value Everyone loves finding a great piece at a great price. But lately, there’s been more to think about when shopping—rising costs, supply chains, and yes… tariffs. Whether you follow it closely or not, those added costs can quietly show up in the price of everyday items. At Out of...

The Power of a Lighter Palette If you’re looking to refresh your home and make it feel more open, airy, and inviting—white is always a smart place to start. But “white” isn’t just one look. It’s a spectrum: Crisp, bright white Soft ivory Warm cream Natural linen Subtle beige Each variation brings light into...

If You Had More Than One Home… Let’s be honest—if we had unlimited space, we’d probably design a dozen different homes. A lake house. A cabin in the woods. A city loft. A guest house. Maybe even a space just for experimenting with design ideas. That’s part of what makes Out of the Box...

What Makes Great Design… Stand Out? Behind every designer piece is intention. Years—sometimes decades—of refining proportions, perfecting materials, and developing a signature look that feels instantly recognizable. It’s not just about aesthetics—it’s about how a piece is built, how it functions, and how it holds up over time. At Out of the Box, we...

What’s Your Style—Really? If someone asked you to define your style, would you know what to say? Most people don’t—and that’s completely normal. Take a look around your home. You might see a mix of pieces collected over time—some inherited, some purchased, some loved, some… just there. And somewhere in that mix is your...