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Denver's Esteemed Tattoo +
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Since 1993, Bound By Design has provided the best possible tattoo & piercing services to clients.

We pride ourselves on nothing but the best when it comes to quality and expertise. We are fully health board inspected; all of our tattoo and piercing needles are only single use. Instruments & body jewelry are autoclaved for your protection.

Bound By Design is one of Denver’s most established tattoo and piercing studios. Winner of ‘Best of Westword’ – Best Tattoo and Piercing Studio in Denver.

Our studio is located in the heart of Capitol Hill in Denver. All services require a valid government-issued ID.

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Our Artists


Professional, skilled, and creative, our artists can provide any style of tattoo in a safe and comfortable environment.


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Our Piercers


Bound By Design is proud to offer the services of five full-time piercers. With piercers of both genders available, you can visit the dedicated and discreet piercing room any day of the week.


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Our Denver Locations


With our original location proudly calling Colfax home for over 30 years, we’re excited to announce our expansion! We’re now open in Denver’s Alamo Placita neighborhood, offering piercing-only appointments. Come visit us at both locations!

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Colfax

1332 E Colfax Ave
Denver, CO 80218
Services Offered:
  • Tattoos
  • Piercings
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The Chrysalis

800 E 6th Ave
Denver, CO 80218
Services Offered:
  • Piercings Only
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AFTERCARE & FAQ


Resources on how to get pierced, how to get tattooed and what to do after receiving body modifications.

Tattoo Aftercare

Piercing Aftercare

Best best best customer service & totally the place to go for your first anything as they are accommodating & patient!!
Angelique F. via Yelp
Great shop with friendly people! Josh is awesome and he did an amazing job with my tattoo! They also have tons of jewelry for piercings.
Kiefer via Google
One of the best shops I've been to. Kate is amazing for tattoos and Candace and Patrick are phenomenal piercers. All areas are clean, well lit, and private.
Aly A via Google