Sep 29, 2026 | ADU
Accessory Dwelling Units have become one of the most practical ways Denver homeowners can add functional living space, increase the usefulness of their property, and create flexible housing for family, guests, work, or long-term rental use. But just because these projects are well known and growing in popularity, does not mean that they are easy. Building an ADU is a large home remodeling project and comes with numerous steps all of which need to be considered carefully. Which is why Sustainable Design Build wants to provide an updated and complete guide to building an ADU in Denver.
Sep 28, 2026 | Home Remodeling
What Is the Most Common Delay in Home Remodeling? A General Contractor’s Perspective can let you know what to watch out for.
Sep 25, 2026 | Construction Progress
A Cherry Hills Village estate once purchased by former Colorado Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson has returned to the market following several years of extensive renovation, offering a striking example of how an established luxury property can be transformed through thoughtful residential design and construction.
Sep 24, 2026 | Construction Progress
A Denver ADU can do more than add a bedroom and kitchen. Thoughtful interior design can create a dedicated bathing room, flexible work area, adaptable guest space, or storage that supports everyday living. Sustainable Design Build, an ADU general contractor with in-house design services, coordinates these features with the layout and construction plan from the start.
Sep 23, 2026 | Construction Progress
A Denver ADU can do more than add a bedroom and kitchen. Thoughtful interior design can create a dedicated bathing room, flexible work area, adaptable guest space, or storage that supports everyday living. Sustainable Design Build, an ADU general contractor with in-house design services, coordinates these features with the layout and construction plan from the start.
Sep 17, 2026 | Construction Progress
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are becoming one of the most effective ways Denver homeowners can add flexible living space, rental income, and long-term property value. With updated zoning laws and statewide legislation expanding access, building a custom ADU in the Denver metro area is now more achievable than ever. This guide explains ADU types, costs, regulations, and how Sustainable Design Build helps homeowners plan and construct well-designed ADUs that integrate seamlessly with existing properties.
Sep 16, 2026 | Construction Progress
Expanding your home with a home addition is one of the most effective ways to gain space, comfort, and long-term value without moving. Whether you’re planning a new family room, primary suite, or connected guest quarters, the addition process transforms both your home and how you live in it. Once the design and permitting phases are complete, construction begins—and with it comes the exciting (and busy) phase of activity at your property.
Sep 15, 2026 | Construction Progress
To finish a basement adds valuable living space and boosts property value, but the cost can vary widely on design and materials. According to sources and trends, the average cost to finish a basement ranges between $7 and $23 per square foot. For a 2,500-square-foot basement, homeowners can expect to invest between $17,500 and $57,500 on average
Sep 9, 2026 | Construction Progress
Colorado’s largest lumber mill is shutting down, highlighting another challenge facing the state’s construction industry: access to locally produced building materials. According to the Denver Post, Montrose Forest Products will close after struggling with limited...
Sep 8, 2026 | Home Remodeling
A home remodeler has many different roles and responsibilities, failing at any single one of those and a project can suffer severely. For homeowners, the best home remodelers offer transparent pricing, proven construction experience, good communication, proper licensing, and accountability. Throughout the entire remodeling process, these professionals should be able to provide a streamlined experience that is guided by experience, training, professionalism, and attention to detail. In Denver, homeowners should expect a remodeler to be able to navigate the permitting process, project manage every construction phase of the project, and collaborate with the necessary tradesmen. The very best home remodeler should be at the very least these things.
Sep 2, 2026 | Construction Progress
Sustainable Design Build co-founder and General Contractor Zach McKendry recently discussed that philosophy on the Edge of Success podcast. Drawing from a lifetime around residential construction and years of experience working directly with Denver homeowners, Zach spoke about something that has become fundamental to how we approach projects at SDB.
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