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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.