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This Halloween season, discover how Sustainable Design Build helps Denver homeowners transform their basements and beyond from dark, unused spaces into warm, functional areas perfect for everyday living.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 28, 2025 | Home Remodeling
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 24, 2025 | Home Remodeling
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 21, 2025 | Resources
A recent Denver Post article highlighted a remarkable property in the Washington Park neighborhood: a six-bedroom, six-bathroom estate at 2111 E. Alameda Ave., listed for $4.2 million.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 20, 2025 | Interior Design
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 16, 2025 | Interior Design
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 15, 2025 | The Construction Industry
As the Denver Broncos pursue success on the field this fall, an equally ambitious project is beginning to take shape off it. The team’s ownership, led by CEO Greg Penner, recently confirmed that planning is underway for a state-of-the-art stadium and entertainment district at Burnham Yard, signaling one of the city’s most transformative developments in recent years.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 13, 2025 | The Construction Industry
As the Denver Broncos pursue success on the field this fall, an equally ambitious project is beginning to take shape off it. The team’s ownership, led by CEO Greg Penner, recently confirmed that planning is underway for a state-of-the-art stadium and entertainment district at Burnham Yard, signaling one of the city’s most transformative developments in recent years.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 10, 2025 | Home Remodeling
Discover why fall is the ideal time to start planning your home remodel, addition, or ADU in Denver and Wheat Ridge. With the holidays ahead, October offers the perfect moment to evaluate how your home functions, refine your vision, and prepare for spring construction with Sustainable Design Build.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 9, 2025 | The Construction Industry
In late September 2025, the federal government announced new tariffs on imported lumber and wood products under Section 232 of the Trade Expansion Act. According to Reuters, the new policy includes a 10% tariff on imported lumber and up to a 25% tariff on cabinets, vanities, and wood furniture, taking effect October 14, 2025.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 9, 2025 | ADU
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Oct 3, 2025 | Interior Design
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 30, 2025 | ADU
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 25, 2025 | Home Remodeling
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 23, 2025 | Resources
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).
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 18, 2025 | Resources
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 17, 2025 | Interior Design
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 11, 2025 | Resources
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).
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 9, 2025 | ADU
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).
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 8, 2025 | ADU
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 5, 2025 | Resources
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
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Sep 3, 2025 | The Construction Industry
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Aug 28, 2025 | Interior Design
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. 
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Aug 18, 2025 | Home Remodeling
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?
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Aug 14, 2025 | Architecture, Interior Design
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Aug 13, 2025 | 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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Aug 12, 2025 | Home Remodeling
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Aug 7, 2025 | Home Remodeling
When the Denver back to school season rolls around, mornings can feel like a whirlwind—backpacks on the floor, shoes disappearing, coats piling up near the door. For busy and growing families, even the best routines can unravel fast.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Aug 1, 2025 | ADU
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.
				
					
			
					
											
								 
							
					
															
					
					Jul 30, 2025 | Company News
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.
				
					
						 
				
		
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