Based in Denver, Colorado, Alex brings over two decades of hands-on expertise in Venetian plaster, transforming interiors into luxurious, timeless spaces. As an artisan in Venetian plaster, he applies his craft to create varied textures and exquisite marble-like finishes. With a broad repertoire of styles, he creates custom commissions that reflect each client’s vision, tailoring every piece to enhance the space. Fully mobile and committed to personalized solutions, he works closely with clients to ensure each project is completed with care and precision. Explore his portfolio to see recent works that showcase the depth, texture, and elegance of his craft.
About the Artist
Rooted in Colorado and refined by over two decades of experience, Alex brings an unparalleled level of craftsmanship into the world of decorative plaster finishes. His work blends traditional European techniques with modern design sensibilities, creating surfaces that are both timeless and unmistakably bespoke.
Specializing in Venetian plaster, Marmorino, Tadelakt, Micro Cement, Roman Clay and Liquid Metal
— premium finishes crafted for refined, high-end interiors.
Each project is approached with meticulous attention to detail, resulting in textures that amplify depth, light, and atmosphere within a space. Fully mobile and committed to a concierge-level experience, Alex collaborates seamlessly with homeowners, designers, architects, and builders, ensuring every finish aligns
beautifully with the project's vision.
Explore his portfolio to discover sophisticated surfaces and handcrafted artistry that define elevated living.
Alexander Baun grew up in Germany, where he was introduced early on to the construction industry through his family’s business. Working alongside skilled craftsmen, he learned the fundamentals of surface preparation, material quality, and the importance of precision in finishing work. During this time, he first encountered Venetian plaster, a technique that immediately stood out to him for its durability, versatility, and clean, refined appearance.
Early Career
In 2004, Alex moved to the United States and established his own company. While he initially worked with many different finishing techniques, he consistently found himself returning to Venetian plaster. Over time, he chose to specialize in this method because it allowed him to combine hands-on craftsmanship with a clear, structured process. The technique’s balance of technical detail and subtle visual impact aligned well with his working style and professional standards.
With over 20 years of hands-on experience, Alex has mastered a wide range of refined finishes including Venetian plaster, Marmorino, Tadelakt, Microcement, Roman Clay, and Liquid Metal. His work ranges from deep matte textures to semi-gloss and polished finishes—each tailored to enhance the atmosphere of a space without overpowering it. Whether modern and smooth or more natural and earthy, every finish is crafted with intention, precision, and a focus on elevating the overall design.
Alex collaborates closely with homeowners, architects, designers, and builders on luxury homes and boutique projects throughout Colorado. His goal is simple: to bring timeless elegance and quiet sophistication to walls—one custom finish at a time.
Alex’s project experience includes:
Interiors of custom contemporary and traditional homes
Interiors of restaurants
Interiors of retail establishments
His work has been featured in Colorado Homes & Lifestyles and Luxe magazine, recognized for its consistency, quality, and attention to detail.
Today, Alex continues to serve clients throughout the region, offering trusted expertise in decorative plaster and advanced finishing techniques.
Experience
The History
of Venetian Plaster
Find out what makes venetian plaster so intriguing
The beginning of the 17th century, a highly polished technique of Venetian plastering found prominence in the palaces of Venice.
It became quite a fashion in Tuscany during the 17th and 18th century and was considered an effective substitute to marble inlays. In the 19th and 20th century Venetian Plaster was found in Traditional to Contemporary Architectures like Chateaus and Villas.
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Clients Reviews
Alex is relentless in his approach. Once he has a plan, he will work at it until exact precision is achieved. Form his blueprints, to the renders and then the actual results – the consistency he is able to achieve is just remarkable.
It has been a delight working with Alex on our latest residential complex build. From start to finish, he was professional and made sure that the final result is of the highest quality. Our unreserved recommendation goes out to Alex.