Sep 10, 2024 | Home Remodeling, Interior Design, The Construction Industry
Introducing the BEHR 2025 Color of the Year: Rumors MQ1-15, a captivating ruby red that exudes drama, elegance, and an undeniable allure. This vibrant hue is designed to make a bold statement, infusing interiors and exteriors alike with a touch of luxury and sophistication. But why stop at just paint? Let this striking shade be the spark that ignites your passion for larger-scale home remodeling, from stunning additions to complete transformations.
Sep 5, 2024 | ADU, The Construction Industry
As the world faces the challenges of rapid urbanization and climate change, the push for greener living has intensified. In fact, 52% of Americans now prioritize environmental protection over economic growth. Denver is a shining example of a city that has embraced this shift, ranking 15th among the most sustainable cities in the U.S. This is due to its high number of green buildings, eco-friendly coworking spaces, and strong recycling programs.
Aug 29, 2024 | ADU, The Construction Industry
A kitchen remodel is one of the most desirable endeavors when it comes to performing a custom home interior design and remodel. But the modern kitchen for Denverites and average homeowner is more than a space for cooking. The best way to start a kitchen remodel is to focus on planning, understanding what you want your kitchen to look like and what purposes it will serve or prioritize. Establishing this plan and also ensuring that your interior designer is on the same page will help make the kitchen remodel aspect of your custom home construction that much more successful. Read on to find out where to start and what questions you should be asking yourself for a custom home interior design kitchen.
Aug 27, 2024 | ADU, The Construction Industry
Denver city officials have been on the road to rezoning all of Denver’s residential neighborhoods to allow ADUs or Accessory Dwelling Units. The move started earlier this year around March and since then has been relatively silent. The Citywide Accessory Dwelling Units Project is an ongoing effort from the City of Denver to expand affordable housing availability and choice. The Project itself follows in the footsteps of Blueprint Denver which is the large-scale plan for Denver’s land use and transportation. A public review draft of the proposed changes and efforts of the Citywide ADU Project was available for the public and comment through up until recently, August 22nd.
Aug 22, 2024 | Home Remodeling, The Construction Industry
Remodeling your home can be a major undertaking, especially when trying to decide whether it’s better to stay put or move to a new place. The decision involves more than just finances; it’s about your long-term happiness, the functionality of your current home, and what you want in your living space. Working with a design-build firm that offers in-house architecture, interior design, and a skilled production crew can make this process smoother and more rewarding. Here’s how to weigh your options.
Aug 15, 2024 | The Construction Industry
Housing sentiment among homeowners is shifting as interest rates begin to lower. Along with broader economic changes that influence the housing market, many are reevaluating their home goals based on their financial situation. A recent survey shows that when given extra funds and the choice between buying a new home or renovating their current one, 76% of Americans prefer to upgrade their existing home. This preference reflects a growing trend towards making the most of what you already have. Let’s explore some of the key factors and decisions homeowners face when deciding whether to renovate or move, with a focus on the benefits of using a design-build firm.
Aug 13, 2024 | The Construction Industry
While the hustle and bustle of preparing the kids for their return to the desks might seem hectic, looking forward, this might be the best time to look into finally doing a home remodel or custom home construction project! The reason being, with the kids out of the house for most of the day, the house will likely be a lot more vacant often. Which reasons these are great operating hours for your general contractor or design-build team to get cracking on home improvements. Maybe over the summer vacation, your family uncovered some discoverable traits about your home that needs to be addressed. Leaking pipes, faulty wiring, or an accidental hole in the wall where a summer sleepover became too fun. Regardless, these are great openings to explore custom home improvement ideas that can really enrich your children’s return from school or build your home closer to your dream respite.
Aug 8, 2024 | The Construction Industry
Denver is a stunning city, blessed with the beauty and vibrancy of Colorado. Living here is a dream for many, and building a custom home in Denver only amplifies that dream. Sustainable Design Build is dedicated to transforming this dream into reality through our comprehensive Full Service Design-Build approach, which includes architect and interior design services. The process of buying a home is familiar to many, but the prospect of building a custom home can seem overwhelming. Fortunately, with the right guidance, anyone can embark on a custom home project. The first question often asked is, “What company is the best for building a custom home?” Here, we offer insights into Sustainable Design Build’s Full Service Design-Build process and the typical steps involved in building a custom home.
Aug 5, 2024 | The Construction Industry
Embarking on a custom home project is an exciting and ambitious endeavor. One of the critical decisions you’ll face early in the process is determining whether to start with an architect or a general contractor. Both professionals play essential roles in the successful completion of a custom home, but the question remains: who should you approach first? This article explores the distinctions of architects and general contractors and provides guidance on making the best choice for your project.
Jul 26, 2024 | The Construction Industry
Denver is a beautiful city, and its residents are arguably the luckiest. With all that Colorado has to offer, Denverites enjoy a multitude of lifestyles, surrounded by nature and beauty that can’t be found anywhere else. Building a custom home in this vibrant city is a dream come true for many. At Sustainable Design Build, we specialize in turning that dream into reality with our comprehensive Full Service Design-Build services, complete with architect and interior design services. For many, buying a home is a process, but building a custom home is one that can be foreign or daunting. However, building a custom home is not reserved to only the construction savvy. With the right help and guidance, any future homeowner can take on a custom home project and build their dream. Usually, the first unknown to this monumental task is, “ build a custom home in Denver?”. Let Sustainable Design Build give some insight to their Full Service Design-Build process into building a custom home and what the overall process would typically look like.
Jul 24, 2024 | The Construction Industry
Last week, on July 15th, Denver City Officials and Mayor Mike Johnston announced that the concerted efforts of cutting down the red tape and roadblocks associated with residential construction permit times has been successful. The department of Community Planning and Development has reported an approximate 33% decrease in overall residential construction permit review times. This success even goes beyond the initial projected goals of 30% but the mayor and Denver officials are realistic and understand there is plenty more room for improvement. With such an impressive decrease in permit review times, should you as a homeowner start your home construction project?
Jul 19, 2024 | The Construction Industry
On July 15, 2024, Denver Mayor Mike Johnston, alongside city agencies, announced a 33% reduction in residential permitting times, surpassing the goal of a 30% reduction. This achievement is part of a broader effort to streamline permitting processes, aiming to cut permitting times for both residential and commercial construction by 30% by the end of the year.
Jul 10, 2024 | The Construction Industry
A stunning Highlands Ranch custom home that overlooks the mountains, complete with a tennis court and a pool in the backyard, recently caught the attention of Michael and Jocelyn Malone. Michael Malone, who became the head coach of the Denver Nuggets in 2015, has led the team to their first franchise championship. Now, he’s investing in more than just basketball.
May 7, 2024 | The Construction Industry
Earlier this year, Mayor Mike Johnston unveiled his ambitious citywide objectives for 2024. In a bid to enhance governmental efficiency, the city aims to streamline the development permitting process, with the goal of slashing permitting time and reducing city review durations by 30%. A collaborative multi-agency task force has been convened, operating with a sense of urgency to innovate processes across the system. This interdisciplinary team comprises representatives from key departments such as the Department of Community Planning and Development (CPD), Denver Fire, the Department of Transportation and Infrastructure (DOTI), Excise and Licensing, Technology Services, and others. All these departments have already made significant progress toward shortening the permit process duration for construction in the City of Denver.
Apr 2, 2024 | The Construction Industry
March must have been a busy month for the City and County of Denver, especially for their Community Planning and Development Services Department. The average plan review time for any Major Residential Project almost reached 400 days, meaning homeowners could expect around 13 months before obtaining building permits for projects like home additions or renovations. While Denver didn’t break its own record, it came close with 391 days noted on March 20th, 2024. As of publishing, Denver seems to have improved, bringing the average down to a stable 354 days. This delay can be attributed to a surge in renovation projects following the 2019 remodeling boom, coupled with a shortage of staff. Despite improvements, the process remains somewhat unpredictable. If you’re planning construction in Denver, consider partnering with Sustainable Design Build, a firm specializing in architecture, engineering, and project management, to streamline the process and ensure a smoother, more eco-friendly construction experience.
Oct 11, 2023 | The Construction Industry
You might be wondering if the professional hockey players of the Colorado Avalanche live nearby. In the famous neighborhood of Cherry Hills Village, it’s no surprise to find an Avalanche player. However, we were surprised to discover that the only recent news about this area revolves around former Avalanche defenseman Erik Johnson. Johnson, who joined the Avalanche in 2011, entered the free agency market and signed with the Buffalo Sabres in 2023.
Oct 10, 2023 | The Construction Industry
Retired Denver Bronco Terrell Davis and his wife, Tamiko, acquired 19 Foxtail Circle within Cherry Hills Village for $3.3 million on Aug. 28, as indicated by property records.
Andrew Peter Vanderploeg sold the six-bedroom, eight-bath, 7,000-square-foot residence, which was listed by Cathie Thompson and Marc Johnson with Realty One Group Premier Colorado. Initially, the mansion, constructed in 2004, had been on the market for $3.7 million in June
Sep 13, 2023 | The Construction Industry
For years now, Denver’s Permitting Process has been mired by lengthy delays, shortages of workers, and endless amounts of red tape. For both commercial developers and local homeowners, the Denver permit approval process can be a lengthy and challenging exercise that seems to always threaten a longer project timeline that incurs more cost.
Sep 1, 2023 | The Construction Industry
Denver is home to many superstars and athletes, and just south of the city is a well-known neighborhood called Cherry Hills. The Cherry Hills neighborhood has homes for people of interest such as John Elway, Nuggets center Nikola Jokic, Rockies player Kris Bryant, and more recently Broncos Quarterback Russell Wilson.
Jun 28, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
By definition, an Accessory Dwelling Unit, or ADU, is a secondary structure that is an independent dwelling that resides on the same property lot as the original home. These ADUs, although separate with their own mailing address, and water and sewer connections – are bundled together with the entire property lot and cannot be bought or sold separately. This unique characteristic makes Accessory Dwelling Units a desirable form of home improvement similar to that of a home addition. The additional space and perceived privacy benefits homeowners looking to offer housing solutions for their families or generate passive income via renting. The home goal of building an ADU in Westminster, Denver, Thornton, and more has increased over the years. However, despite their popularity, ADUs can be quite a complex home construction project. Let us provide some information to get you started and help get everything you need to know about building an ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit).
Jun 20, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
A leaky roof, sewage backups, faulty electrical work, and structural inconsistencies. These are challenges that prospective homeowners may expect when purchasing a previously owned house. However, when these types of problems are present after a whole home renovation or custom home construction project they come as a surprise. Unfinished work and poor craftsmanship can plague a home improvement project to the point of delays and costly change orders. Every contractor should strive to ensure these oversights never happen but it seems compounding issues making that goal difficult to achieve.
Jun 14, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
The Denver Nuggets have done it. Murray, accompanied by Nikola Jokic and the entire Nuggets team, responded to the summons of history on Monday evening, executing pivotal plays in the closing minutes of Game 5. Their remarkable performance resulted in a 94-89 victory over the Miami Heat, culminating in the franchise’s inaugural triumph in the league and the acquisition of the coveted Larry O’Brien trophy. The elated atmosphere at Ball Arena only heightened the jubilation of this momentous achievement, marking a significant milestone in the Nuggets’ 47-year journey.
Jun 7, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
We ventured deep into our own neighborhoods of Denver and the surrounding metro area to explore the homes of Nikola Jokic and his teammates. Although the Nuggets may not be considered a superteam (according to some), the players possess real estate that exudes superstar-caliber status.
Jun 6, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
Building ADUs in Denver can be a loft challenge, since the uptick in interest by residents many homeowners have found themselves dissuaded from building an ADU for their property. Challenges that span from surprising costs, lack of builders, but most notably the confusing restrictions found in Denver’s Zoning code. However, on Monday, Denver’s City Council passed an ordinance that amends the Devner Zoning Code and the Former Chapter 59 Code. This amendment should allow for more flexibility and leniency when it comes to building an ADU, but there are some caveats.
Jun 1, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
Denver is actively seeking ways to improve sustainability and eco-friendly aspects of daily life, and that also includes construction. Starting on June 1, 2023, Denver is rolling out its Waste No More ordinance which will require nearly all construction and demolition projects to separate and recycle certain materials. This ordinance comes quickly after the recent approval of Ballot Initiative 306 back in November 2022. With this new requirement for construction projects citywide, homeowners, property owners, and construction companies can expect another layer of approvals before a construction permit can be issued. Let’s take a closer look at Denver’s Waste No More ordinance and what that means for your future construction project.
May 22, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
Colorado and the rest of the States have been buzzing with the latest news about Denver Nuggets. Specifically, the NBA Star Nikola Jokic, has been in the running for being Colorado’s most outstanding professional athlete. In the spirit of this year’s NBA finals and recent series success for the Denver Nuggets, here are some random facts about Nikola Jokic!
May 22, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
The Montclair neighborhood of Denver was recently exploring the possibility of rezoning a large portion of properties for accessory dwelling units or ADUs. The residents of both Montclair and Mayfair should have a majority disinterest towards rezoning the neighborhood, prompting Councilmembers to abandon the move.
May 12, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
From a recent Bisnow Denver article, Denver claims its Permit Times has been cut almost in half since November of last year. If this is true, this will be a great benefit for residents and builders looking to perform some kind of construction soon. Denver’s Community Development and Planning Department have long been plagued with a notorious problem of extensive delays surrounding its permit approval times. In fact, the most recent record number of delays was seen just a few weeks ago when the Average Time to Permit Approval reached well over 300 days.
May 4, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
Senate Bill 23-213, or SB23-213, has passed just recently which aims to amend legislation to help promote Colorado Affordable Housing. While this bill is hailed as a great step in the effort for aiding dense populated towns and cities, many are saying there is more to do. Coalitions of advocacy groups are calling for the Senate House to add zoning regulations to the bill so that zoning will become a state government matter rather than a local municipality one.
Apr 22, 2023 | Our Process, The Construction Industry
Earth Day is here and we are reminded just how precious and important our environment is. While not everyone has to be a tree-hugger or an eco-nut, it doesn’t much effort to make simple but impactful decisions for the benefit of the environment. In fact, some Denver residents can see some greenbacks in their wallets for their time. Sustainable Design Build loves having a sustainable eco-friendly mindset, so here are a few ways Denver homes can save some money when going green this Earth Day following this article by 5280.
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