Building a home in Colorado can be an exciting journey, but it often presents a significant hurdle: financing. Many homeowners find that traditional mortgages don’t cover the unique costs of a new construction project, leaving them unsure how to pay for land, materials, labor, and permits. Fortunately, construction loans in Colorado are specifically designed to address this issue. In this guide, we’ll explain how these loans work, explore your financing options, outline current interest rates, highlight top lenders, and share practical tips to help you secure the best terms for your build.

Imagine this: you’ve found the perfect piece of land in Colorado, with sweeping mountain views and endless sunshine. You can already picture your dream home or commercial project. Then reality sets in. You’re stuck in permit issues for months, your budget is ballooning, and suddenly you’re scrambling to fix problems you never saw coming.

Building in the mountains of Colorado and Utah is a dream for many. From the serene alpine views to the crisp, clean air, few settings can rival the beauty of the Rockies and the Wasatch Range. But turning that dream into a lasting home requires more than just a breathtaking location. It requires a thoughtful approach to mountain architecture.

Feasibility Study in Real Estate is a term you’ll frequently hear if you're involved in property development, investment, or even urban planning. Whether you're a seasoned developer or a new investor in the US real estate market, conducting a thorough feasibility study can mean the difference between a profitable venture and a financial setback.

On June 13, 2025, the City and County of Denver officially adopted new building and fire codes. These updates reflect the latest standards from the International Code Council (ICC) and are now in effect for all relevant construction and renovation projects. Whether you're planning a new build, a remodel, or you're responsible for code compliance on large-scale developments, understanding these changes is essential.

In this guide, we’ll break down what’s new, what it means for you, and how to stay compliant under the 2025 Denver building code updates.

Some buildings stand for hundreds of years. Others start cracking, leaning, or falling apart after only a few decades. Why does this happen?

The answer is something called structural integrity. It’s a big phrase, but it simply means how well a building holds together and stays safe over time.

Whether it's a home, a school, or a tall office tower, structural integrity is important for everyone. It keeps buildings safe, strong, and long-lasting.

Let’s break it down step by step.

Flooding is no longer a distant or rare threat in Colorado — it’s a very real and growing concern. Recent data from the First Street Foundation Flood Model reveals a sobering picture: over 200,400 properties in Colorado face some level of flood risk over the next 25 years. Even more alarming, 16,900 of these properties are classified as having an almost certain risk, with a 99% chance of flooding at least once in that time.

As the demand for homes that reflect sustainability, technology, wellness, and modern living grows, architects and homeowners across Colorado are rethinking how homes are designed and experienced. In this comprehensive guide to Colorado Home Design Trends 2025, we explore the top trends shaping residential architecture across the state, from Aspen to Denver, and Boulder to Colorado Springs.

Over the years at Sidney Aulds Building Studio, I’ve had the opportunity to walk into a lot of homes - some newly built, some mid-renovation, and some in need of a serious design rescue. And if there’s one thing I’ve learned, it’s this: even the most beautiful structure can fall flat without thoughtful interior design.

Fire is a threat that most property owners prefer not to think about—until it’s too late. In Colorado, the danger is particularly real. From increasingly intense wildfires to preventable residential blazes caused by electrical faults or heating systems, the risk is multi-faceted and growing. Whether you’re a homeowner, real estate investor, or developer, understanding how to protect your house from fire in Colorado is not just about damage prevention—it’s about building long-term resilience into your property.