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From Football Kickoff to Holiday Dinners: How to Get Your Home Hosting-Ready
Get your home ready for hosting season. From football watch parties to holiday dinners, these five updates can make your space more open, inviting, and functional so you can entertain with ease.

August Additions: Expanding Your Home Without Leaving the Neighborhood
Love your neighborhood but need more space? Explore smart ways to expand your Denver home with pop-tops, bump-outs, and ADUs. Keep your yard, your routine, and your community intact. August is the perfect time to start planning.

Behind the Build: How We Keep Summer Projects Running Smoothly
Summer building season brings momentum, pressure, and plenty of moving parts. Learn how Forest St. Builders keeps every project on track with strong communication, smart planning, and a hands-on team.

The Emotional Rollercoaster of Building Your Dream Home In Denver
Building your dream home is an emotional journey filled with highs, lows, and everything in between. Learn how Forest St. Builders helps guide you through each phase with clarity, support, and confidence.

How to Choose a Custom Home Builder in Denver
If you're planning a new home or large-scale remodel in Denver within the next year, there are six essential questions to ask potential builders before you decide to work with them…

Our Proven Process for Custom Home Projects in Denver
Building a custom home or taking on a home renovation in Denver should feel inspiring, not stressful. At Forest St Builders, our proven approach walks you confidently through each step of the process, from your initial ideas to the moment you walk into your finished home…

What Drives the Cost of a Custom Home or Remodel in Denver?
Building or remodeling a custom home in Denver is an exciting process, but understanding the true cost drivers is essential for planning your budget. Choosing the right builder can make a significant difference—not just in cost but also in the overall experience and long-term value of your home…

Preserving the Heart of a Home with "The Cube"
We pride ourselves on our ability to tackle unique challenges with creative, client-focused solutions. One such challenge arose during the transformation of The Cameron, a double pop-top renovation where the homeowners had a special request: preserve their recently remodeled kitchen while adding two new floors above it.

Building Beyond Borders: Giving Back in Ensenada, Mexico
We believe building homes is about more than just concrete and drywall —it’s about fostering community, connection, and hope. This fall, our team had the incredible opportunity to travel back to Ensenada, Mexico to take part in a transformative volunteer project for local families.

The Passive House Approach: A Sustainable Solution for Denver Homeowners
Our team at Forest St. Builders is proud to be a leader in the growing field of Passive House building in Denver. Our certification by the Passive House Institute solidifies our expertise in creating homes that meet the most stringent energy efficiency and comfort standards.

Pop-Tops: The Smart, Cost-Effective Way to Add Space to Your Denver Home
Denver’s neighborhoods are filled with charming, classic ranch-style homes that have stood the test of time. These homes often have a warm, inviting feel but can lack the space modern families need. If you find yourself wishing for more room, a pop-top allows you to expand your home without leaving the neighborhood you love.

Creating a Dream Bedroom for Your Child
Featuring Our Partners At Dens + Nest
Bringing your children into the design process can transform a new house into a cherished home. I’m thrilled to introduce you to Dens + Nest, the masters of playful yet practical bedroom designs for kids.

How to Maximize Your New Kitchen with Custom Cabinetry
When building a custom home, designing a kitchen that is both stunning and highly functional can be challenging. To help you get a head start on your kitchen plans, we collaborated with our expert partners at Tharp Custom Cabinetry to bring you their top five tips for maximizing your new kitchen.

What to Expect: Communication Throughout Your Custom Home Build Project
At Forest St. Builders we prioritize clear and consistent dialogue with our clients to ensure every project runs smoothly and successfully. To set expectations on when, where, and how our team communicates with you, we have outlined our key touchpoints and communication methods for a custom home build project.

How Long Does It Take to Build a Custom Home in Denver?
Building your dream custom home is an exciting yet intricate journey, and having a clear grasp of the timeline from the outset can help set realistic expectations for your project. At Forest St. Builders, we prioritize transparency and open communication throughout the process.

Ensenada, Mexico: 3 Days to Build a Home
This Fall, our team had the incredible opportunity to travel to Ensenada, Mexico to build a home for a family in need. This remarkable experience gave our team the chance to showcase our dedication to construction excellence but also act on our values of community engagement and social responsibility.

4 Tips For A Successful Design-Build Project
When you’re getting started on a design-build project, figuring out how to make everything go just right to achieve your dream home build can seem daunting.

Your All-in-One Guide to Custom Home Additions
Are you considering adding more space or enhancing the functionality of your existing home?

What Forest St. Builders Can Do for You
With expertise, intentionality, and transparent communication, we approach each project with a solution-oriented and personalized approach.