Before & After
Browse through the beautiful transformations we’ve made to properties.
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Originally built in the 1950s and lovingly held by its original owners, this Wheat Ridge estate was a time capsule of blue and pink bathrooms, ’80s kitchen “updates,” and a layout that no longer supported modern living. Our approach honored the home’s history while completely rethinking its functionality, comfort, and long-term value.
We transformed the cramped primary bath, once no larger than a powder room, into a true five-piece retreat by thoughtfully reconfiguring adjacent spaces. The closed-off kitchen became an open, inviting hub with a spacious island and a layout tailored for contemporary living. We also added a direct interior connection from the garage, replacing the old routine of stepping outside before entering the home.
One of the most impactful upgrades was replacing the dining room’s large window with an expansive accordion door system. This created seamless access to the property’s nearly one-acre lot and brought indoor/outdoor dining to the heart of the home, connecting everyday living with Colorado’s natural beauty.
Exterior improvements included extensive landscaping cleanup, new grass, a sprinkler system, and renewed paint color completed the transformation.
The result: a once-dated estate elevated into a modern, market-ready home that blends thoughtful design with effortless livability.
In the heart of South Park Hill, one of Denver’s most iconic and historic neighborhoods, this classic Tudor was the perfect canvas for a true Designed to List refresh. The home had been well loved and well lived in; our goal was to honor its original character while elevating it to a market-ready stunner.
We updated the entire interior with a fresh, cohesive palette. Painting walls, ceilings, and trim to bring light and consistency back to the space. The original hardwood floors were refinished to showcase their craftsmanship, and new lighting added warmth, clarity, and a contemporary edge. Outside, we trimmed back overgrown bushes and trees, cleaned up years of leaves, and revealed the beautiful architecture that had been hiding underneath.
Thoughtful staging completed the transformation: a balanced blend of traditional and contemporary elements. Each room was curated to celebrate the Tudor layout and charm while appealing to today’s buyer with lighter textures, cleaner lines, and modern styling.
Even with less-than-ideal timing, the weekend before Thanksgiving, the property made an immediate impact. It drew heavy traffic, glowing feedback, and secured a strong offer in the very first weekend on market.
Proof that when a historic home is strategically refreshed, the market responds, quickly and with enthusiasm.
Although built in 2006, this Erie property had lived its entire life as a rental, accumulating years of deferred maintenance, pet damage, and wear from destructive tenants. What began as a tired, mistreated home needed a full reset before it could shine for the next owner.
We started with a complete interior cleanup, removing every inch of damaged flooring and addressing the lingering effects of long-term pet use. With a fresh foundation in place, we shifted the home away from its era-defining “builder beige” and introduced an updated, cohesive color palette that instantly elevated the feel of each room.
In the primary suite, we removed the oversized corner soaker tub, a hallmark of early-2000s builds, and opened up the dark, fully tiled shower to create a brighter, more functional retreat aligned with current buyer expectations.
Outside, the transformation continued. The exterior received a full repaint in a crisp white paired with custom cedar shutters for warmth and contrast. A heavily worn roof was replaced with durable black shingles, giving the home a refreshed silhouette and significantly boosting curb appeal.
What was once a neglected rental became a modern, market-ready home with clean lines, updated finishes, and a fresh identity built to attract today’s buyers.
This Central Park bungalow was full of charm, but completely buried beneath years of hoarding. Purchased from an owner facing foreclosure, the home was left filled with multiple dumpsters of belongings, including a fully stocked refrigerator and cabinets still loaded with food. Once everything was cleared, the true condition, and the true potential, finally came into view.
Long-term leaks from both the kitchen sink and the bathroom toilet had left behind rotted subflooring that required full replacement. With new flooring and fresh paint throughout, we began rethinking how the home needed to function for a modern homeowner. The kitchen layout was redesigned so the basics worked again, you could stand at the sink and open the dishwasher, while creating better flow and usability in a compact footprint.
Downstairs, an existing primary ensuite held great promise but needed strategic updates to truly shine. We added an egress window for safety and natural light, then reconfigured the bathroom to allow for a larger shower and a more open, comfortable layout.
Outside, years of overgrowth had overtaken the lot, hiding its architectural charm. The exterior’s dull beige-brown paint only amplified the neglected appearance. After clearing vegetation and choosing a new, uplifting color palette, the bungalow’s character reemerged. Bright, welcoming, and full of life.
A once-overwhelmed home transformed into a clean, functional, beautifully refreshed bungalow ready for its next chapter.
When we purchased this tiny A-Frame, it was a true mountain “camp”, complete with kitschy décor and a roughing-it vibe not suited for a modern Airbnb. To turn it into a year-round retreat just two hours from Denver, we focused on adding essential comforts and elevating the design.
We replaced the home’s wood-burning fireplace and outdated systems with a gas fireplace on a timer, a forced-air heating system, and a space-saving tankless water heater. All of this bringing reliability, efficiency, and guest-friendly simplicity. The remote location meant the kitchen needed to be fully functional, so we installed a gourmet gas stove, full-size refrigerator, dishwasher, and durable quartz countertops with a matching backsplash.
A striking wooden slat feature wall was added behind the new spiral staircase, giving the interior a warm, architectural focal point. Upstairs, we reimagined the layout, converting a single bedroom and awkward loft into a serene primary suite with a separate office area.
Outdoors, we introduced a traditional Canadian hot tub, a guest-friendly gas firepit, and refreshed the aging cedar siding with durable cement board to protect against the elements (and the resident woodpeckers).
A once-rustic camp transformed into a modern, soulful mountain getaway built to thrive as a standout Airbnb.
Purchased from an elderly couple who’d run out of steam on their DIY projects (and their energetic new puppy), this townhouse needed a true reset. Every room, and in some cases, every wall, was painted a different color, creating a chaotic backdrop that hid the home’s potential. Our first task was to unify the space with a clean, modern palette.
We repaired extensive drywall and millwork damage left by the puppy, then updated all bathrooms with fresh finishes and replaced worn flooring throughout. In the kitchen, we painted the cabinets, added new countertops and a stylish backsplash, and replaced dated lighting. We also removed the two-level peninsula and replaced it with a smooth, flat surface creating an open, modern workspace ideal for entertaining.
A once disjointed, well-loved home transformed into a bright, cohesive, and market-ready townhouse designed to make a strong first impression.
This 1980s Arvada condo, purchased from an estate, was tired, dated, and in need of a full cosmetic reset. After an extensive cleanout, we transformed the entire space with all-new surfaces and a fresh, modern aesthetic.
The home received new paint throughout, updated LVP and carpet, and refreshed cabinetry. In the kitchen, we added new countertops and eliminated the outdated two-level bar, creating a smooth, open workspace perfect for entertaining. Both bathrooms were fully updated with new tile, new tubs, and new vanities bringing them firmly into the present day.
Professional staging and photography completed the transformation, and the market responded immediately: the condo went under contract on the first day.
A once worn and outdated 1980s unit elevated into a bright, fresh, and stylish home ready to stand out in the market.
This studio apartment in a Denver high-rise began as a simple Designed to List consultation, but its unbeatable location and sweeping views made it impossible to pass up. Purchased from an elderly owner transitioning to assisted living, the unit came to us completely as-is, and ready for a full transformation.
The biggest upgrade happened in the kitchen. With only a few feet to work with, we designed custom cabinetry (expertly crafted by my father) to maximize storage and make room for the must-have: a dishwasher. New appliances and a sleek vent hood created a stylish, highly functional micro-kitchen tailored to long-term stays.
We removed the dated murphy bed and reimagined the sleeping area, creating a cozy “bedroom” moment anchored by an antique fireplace surround. Fresh paint, new flooring, and an updated bathroom vanity completed the renovation, giving the studio a clean, modern, and welcoming feel.
Now fully furnished and thoughtfully equipped, this tiny condo has become a high-demand rental for travel nurses, proof that with smart design, even the smallest spaces can make a big impact.
This 1980s builder-basic home had great bones and an open-concept layout, it simply needed thoughtful cosmetic updates and smarter storage solutions. The front living area, a large airy room filled with potential (but overwhelmed by orange-toned woodwork across the trim, cabinetry, and flooring), was what initially drew us to the project.
We refinished the floors to eliminate the orange cast, repainted the kitchen cabinets, and added a functional island to modernize the main level. One of the most impactful changes was removing the classic banister “peekaboo” cutout overlooking the basement family room. Closing this in allowed us to create valuable wall space and install custom pantry cabinetry, dramatically increasing storage and usability.
Upstairs, the bathroom received a full refresh with a new tub, vanity, tile, and lighting. In the basement bathroom, we stacked the new washer and dryer to make room for full-height storage cabinets, then updated the space with a new vanity and modern tile.
The result was a warm, cohesive, and highly functional home that resonated immediately with buyers...selling for over asking price.
While this house wasn’t very old, it had been a rental since day one, in 2006. Let’s just say “differed maintenance” described every inch of this house, inside and out.
The house didn’t undergo any MAJOR renovations, ie, no changed layouts or removal of walls, but every room got a refresh. And we changed the fireplaces to a more modern design (instead “creative drywall from the late ’90s and early 2000s)
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