Guide
About 1 min read
Denver renovations compete for the same trades as new builds. The driver is usually scope: kitchens, baths, structural changes, and code upgrades stack fast.
PlanGrounds is a platform where clients can discover architectural plans, connect with architects, and move from idea to built project in one place.
Whole-home renovations often land in wide bands - commonly discussed from roughly $150k - $350k+ for selective upgrades, and $400k - $800k+ for gut reconfigurations with high-end interiors - before surprises in older homes.
Small-scope projects (single kitchen or bath) can be lower, but still depend on mechanical age and finishes.
Design: often ~2 - 4+ months for scoped renovations; longer for whole-home. Permitting in Denver metro varies by scope. Construction may run from a few months to a year+ depending on phasing.
Browse professionals with renovation experience, explore inspiration in plans, and start a project with photos and goals.
Short answers grounded in how real projects move—then use PlanGrounds to compare professionals and proposals when you're ready.
Older systems, plaster, and foundations often require upgrades once walls open - contingency matters.
Continue reading
One follows the suggested path; another stays in the same topic lane; the third opens a different angle. Icons match the sections on the guides hub.
Next in this path
Compare approaches
Custom home vs prebuilt plans: how to choose
Tradeoffs between fully custom design and licensed stock plans - speed, cost control, and when hybrid paths win.
ReadSame topic lane
Costs & fees
ADU cost in Colorado: what to budget (2025)
Accessory dwelling unit costs - using Colorado as a detailed U.S. example: soft costs, construction ranges, and how to find plans and professionals on PlanGrounds in any state.
ReadDifferent angle
Compare approaches
Architect vs design-build: which path is right for you?
Understand the tradeoffs between hiring an architect-led team and a design-build firm - before you choose a contract structure.
ReadTurn reading into a clear project request
Clarify scope on PlanGrounds, then connect with studios through structured proposals, not endless browsing or lead spam.
More on PlanGrounds
Compare professionals, review open projects, and keep reading in the guides hub when you want more context.
This guide is for general education only. It is not legal, engineering, or financial advice. Budgets and codes vary by site and jurisdiction—hire qualified professionals for decisions that affect safety, compliance, or investment.