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Homeowners often start their ADU journey by daydreaming about the design of the floor plans and finishes or how they’ll utilize the extra space or passive income. While those are important and exciting considerations, the first step to building your dream ADU is finding a team of professionals that seamlessly guides you from the initial..

Ask David Schultz what makes a well-crafted ADU, and he probably won’t start by talking about square footage or finishes. He’ll talk about systems. As the founder and president of L&D Construction, David has a building science mindset, meaning he’s less focused on how a space looks on move-in day and more focused on how..

Permitting is one of the least visible parts of building an accessory dwelling unit, but it has a big impact on project timeline, design, and feasibility. Since homeowners rarely need to know how Denver’s permitting process works until they begin planning their own build, there can be a daunting learning curve at first.  Throughout the..

When homeowners begin thinking about adding an ADU to their property, the top considerations are typically layout, budget, and the overall function of the space. As an established ADU builder in Denver, we’ve learned that adding sustainability and efficiency to the list of priorities early on saves our clients money and minimizes their environmental impact..

The buildout of a successful project starts long before the first shovel hits the ground. As a Denver ADU builder and custom home contractor for nearly two decades, we’ve learned that in-depth conversations and meticulous planning shape each step of the project, and help us avoid timeline- and budget-wrecking roadblocks in the construction phase.  Over..

In the 17 years L&D Construction has been building in Denver, including nearly a decade as a top-rated ADU builder, one lesson has stood out above the rest: The best ADU projects are a collaborative effort.  An ADU touches nearly every part of a property and a family’s life. It involves design, zoning, budget, construction,..

One of the things we love most about ADUs is that no two are ever quite the same. Some homeowners envision a backyard retreat for guests. Others are creating space for aging parents, rental income, a creative studio, or a future home office. Whatever the goal, the most successful ADUs share one thing in common:..

One of the biggest surprises homeowners encounter when researching an ADU is how difficult it can be to find a clear answer on cost. Many assume an ADU can be priced the same way as a custom home, using a simple cost-per-square-foot calculation. In reality, ADUs don’t work that way. Whether an ADU is 600..

Denver homeowners are increasingly turning to ADUs as a smart way to add flexibility, functionality, and long-term value to their properties, but the quality of these builds can vary dramatically. While many projects may look similar in photos or on paper, the quality of construction, materials, and craftsmanship behind the walls can differ significantly, and..

Choosing finishes is often the moment when a new build or ADU starts to feel real. It is where the structure begins to take on personality through cabinetry, lighting, tile, flooring, plumbing fixtures, hardware, and paint colors. While finish selections are one of the most exciting parts of the process, they can also become one..