Preparing for Home Addition Remodel in Littleton

Preparing for Home Addition Remodel in Littleton

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.

Home Addition Ideas for the Perfect Home Office

Home Addition Ideas for the Perfect Home Office

As remote and hybrid work continue to redefine how professionals live and connect, the need for a dedicated home office has never been greater. Many Denver homeowners are now turning to home additions as a way to create productive, comfortable spaces that fit seamlessly into their existing homes. A thoughtfully designed addition offers more than square footage—it enhances daily function, privacy, and long-term property value.

How to Set a Realistic Interior Design Budget in Denver

How to Set a Realistic Interior Design Budget in Denver

Setting an interior design budget is one of the most important early steps in creating a cohesive and comfortable home environment. In the Denver metro area, homeowners continue to balance design goals with the realities of construction costs, material pricing, and lifestyle priorities. Understanding what defines a reasonable design budget can make the process smoother and more rewarding from start to finish.

How Much Does an Interior Designer Cost in Denver

How Much Does an Interior Designer Cost in Denver

How much does an interior designer cost in Denver?
In 2025, most interior designers in the Denver area charge between $100 and $300 per hour, or offer flat-rate packages ranging from $2,000 to $5,000 per room. For larger home renovations or full design-build projects, fees typically represent 10 to 25 percent of the total construction cost. Actual pricing depends on project size, designer experience, and material selections, but local homeowners can expect costs that reflect Denver’s active remodeling market and growing demand for personalized spaces. Firms such as Sustainable Design Build often integrate design coordination directly into construction planning, helping homeowners align budgets, timelines, and aesthetic goals more efficiently.

How to Prepare for Your ADU Project in Wheat Ridge

How to Prepare for Your ADU Project in Wheat Ridge

Building an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) is one of the most rewarding ways to expand your property’s potential. Whether you are creating a private guest suite, a home office, or a rental unit for additional income, an ADU allows you to enhance your home’s livability and long-term value. Once your design is finalized, the next phase—construction—is where your vision starts to take shape.

Why Custom Cabinetry & Expert Interiors Elevate Every Kitchen Remodel

Why Custom Cabinetry & Expert Interiors Elevate Every Kitchen Remodel

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are gaining attention nationwide as homeowners look for creative ways to expand housing options, increase property value, and create intergenerational living opportunities. A recent feature from Business Insider illustrates how one California couple built a $500,000 ADU in their parents’ backyard to offset housing costs while gaining flexibility for their family (Lloyd, 2025). Although Denver’s housing market has its own dynamics, the insights from this case highlight the potential benefits and considerations for local homeowners.

Build an ADU in Denver: Lessons from a California Case Study

Build an ADU in Denver: Lessons from a California Case Study

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are gaining attention nationwide as homeowners look for creative ways to expand housing options, increase property value, and create intergenerational living opportunities. A recent feature from Business Insider illustrates how one California couple built a $500,000 ADU in their parents’ backyard to offset housing costs while gaining flexibility for their family (Lloyd, 2025). Although Denver’s housing market has its own dynamics, the insights from this case highlight the potential benefits and considerations for local homeowners.

Do I Need a General Contractor for My Home Addition? The Design-Build Advantage

Do I Need a General Contractor for My Home Addition? The Design-Build Advantage

If you’re planning a home addition, you may be asking: do I need a general contractor? For large or complex projects involving multiple trades, structural changes, or luxury finishes, a GC is often the right choice. However, homeowners in Denver are increasingly turning to design-build firms like Sustainable Design Build for an even more streamlined solution.

The Rising Cost of Building a New Home in Denver

The Rising Cost of Building a New Home in Denver

When considering building a new home in Denver, most people expect the largest expenses to come from land, labor, and materials. Yet, a fourth factor — development fees charged by local governments — has become a significant cost driver, pushing prices higher for new home construction. A recent study by the Home Builders Association of Metro Denver found that these fees account for more than 10% of the total cost of a single-family home (Svaldi, 2025).

Denver’s Rock Drill Redevelopment: A Vision for Preservation and Progress

Denver’s Rock Drill Redevelopment: A Vision for Preservation and Progress

Redevelopment in Denver continues to reshape neighborhoods while balancing preservation with innovation. A recent decision by the Denver City Council highlights this balance as the former Denver Rock Drill Manufacturing Co. site prepares for a $585 million transformation into a vibrant mixed-use development (Wenzler, 2025). For residents and design enthusiasts, projects like these illustrate how thoughtful planning, historic preservation, and modern design can coexist to strengthen community identity.

Rumors: Fall 2026 Paint Color Trend for Interior Design and Home Remodels

Rumors: Fall 2026 Paint Color Trend for Interior Design and Home Remodels

Color is more than a surface choice. It is one of the most impactful design elements in a home, capable of setting a mood, shaping a style, and reflecting the personality of those who live within. As trends evolve, homeowners often look to design professionals to interpret what is current and timeless. For those considering a remodel, addition, or custom home project, Sustainable Design Build (SDB) integrates these shifts in interior design to craft spaces that feel both elevated and deeply personal.

Bow Mar: Denver’s Exclusive Lakeside Suburb

Bow Mar: Denver’s Exclusive Lakeside Suburb

Just twelve miles southwest of downtown Denver lies Bow Mar, a one-square-mile statutory town nestled between Denver and Littleton. Recently profiled by The Wall Street Journal and highlighted by Westword, the community has been described as a “well-kept secret” and a “mythical land” where children fish in the neighborhood lake and residents live with such a sense of security that curtains and blinds often seem unnecessary (Metzger, 2025).

Denver’s Housing Shortfall and the Role of ADU Construction

Denver’s Housing Shortfall and the Role of ADU Construction

Denver is facing a significant housing challenge over the next decade. According to the city’s Department of Housing Stability, the city will be short approximately 44,000 affordable housing units (Denver7, 2025). While no single solution can address such a gap on its own, one strategy gaining momentum is the construction of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs).

Preparing for Home Addition Remodel in Littleton

Rising Demand for ADUs in Denver: What the Trends Reveal

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have become a growing fixture in Denver’s housing strategy. Recent policy changes, zoning reforms, and rising permit numbers indicate increasing support for ADUs as a tool to address affordability and housing diversity. This article examines how Denver’s regulatory environment is evolving, what the numbers say, and what builders and homeowners should know.

Wynkoop Crossing: Building on Denver’s Bold Vision at Ball Arena

Wynkoop Crossing: Building on Denver’s Bold Vision at Ball Arena

Sustainable Design Build has been closely following the Ball Arena redevelopment since City Council’s approval in late 2024. In its article Ball Arena Redevelopment Approved By City of Denver, the firm detailed how Kroenke Sports & Entertainment (KSE) secured rezoning for approximately 70 acres surrounding the arena. The approval opened the door for mixed-use development that could bring up to 6,000 residential units — 18 percent of which are planned as affordable housing — along with taller buildings beyond the city’s traditional view plane restrictions and a strong emphasis on sustainable, people-centric urban design. Sustainable Design Build Denver continues to highlight how these changes are shaping the future of the city’s urban landscape. Sustainable Design Build Denver

Colorado 2026 Building Code for Denver Custom Homes and ADUs

Colorado 2026 Building Code for Denver Custom Homes and ADUs

The new building code will raise energy efficiency standards for all new homes, additions, and ADUs in Denver. Projects must include tighter insulation, stronger air sealing, and modern electrical systems for heating and cooling. While this can increase upfront costs, the goal is to lower utility bills over time and create healthier, more resilient homes.

Custom Cabinets Go Beyond Kitchens

Custom Cabinets Go Beyond Kitchens

Custom cabinets can be designed to fit and enhance nearly any room in a home, not just the kitchen. With the right interior design, homeowners can tailor storage and style for bathrooms, laundry rooms, garages, home offices, and living areas. These cabinets are built to match specific needs and spaces, optimizing the functionality and aesthetics in areas beyond the kitchen. Hints why custom is truly the core benefit of custom cabinetry.

Should You Stay or Move Out During Your Denver Home Renovation

Should You Stay or Move Out During Your Denver Home Renovation

So, you’ve decided to renovate—congratulations! Whether you’re planning a Denver home addition, building an ADU, or doing a whole home remodel, you’re about to create a space that better fits your life. At Sustainable Design Build, we know this is an exciting time, but we also know you probably have questions. One of the most common? Should I live in my home during construction, or should I move out?

The Value in an All-In-One Design Build Team For Your Custom Home Project

The Value in an All-In-One Design Build Team For Your Custom Home Project

At Sustainable Design Build, we have built our reputation on providing that complete, streamlined experience. Our team brings together every essential part of the process under one roof: a talented in-house interior design team, our lead architect, and a highly skilled construction management crew. This integration means fewer moving parts for you to manage, a smoother workflow, and a final product that is as beautiful as it is functional.

What is Programming in Interior Design?

What is Programming in Interior Design?

At Sustainable Design Build, we know that life doesn’t slow down just because the school year starts. In fact, the fall often brings a bit of clarity: you need more space, better organization, and a home layout that truly works for your lifestyle. That’s where a thoughtfully designed home addition can come in.

How a Home Addition Can Grow With Your Family

How a Home Addition Can Grow With Your Family

At Sustainable Design Build, we know that life doesn’t slow down just because the school year starts. In fact, the fall often brings a bit of clarity: you need more space, better organization, and a home layout that truly works for your lifestyle. That’s where a thoughtfully designed home addition can come in.

Preparing for Home Addition Remodel in Littleton

How to Build an ADU with a Denver ADU Builder

As a Denver ADU builder, Sustainable Design Build (SDB) is here to help you navigate the process of building an ADU,from zoning to finishes, and show you how your project can be both functional and luxurious.

Sustainable Design Build Celebrates Nine Years Building in Denver

Sustainable Design Build Celebrates Nine Years Building in Denver

At Sustainable Design Build, we’re proud to celebrate nine years of serving the Denver community with high-quality home building and remodeling services. Over nearly a decade, we’ve grown from a small, passionate team into a trusted name in the Denver metro area—known for our expertise, transparency, and commitment to turning dream homes into reality.