About Rocky Mountain ADUs
Rocky Mountain ADUs is a family-owned and operated ADU builder based in Denver, Colorado. Founded by a 5th-generation Coloradan, the company grew from a personal project helping family members create more space, and has since expanded into a dedicated team serving homeowners across the Denver area. They handle the full process — design, permitting, and construction — with a focus on straightforward communication and consistent quality.
The team includes an experienced general contractor with over 20 years of construction experience along Colorado's Front Range, a project manager focused on keeping builds on schedule and within budget, and a chief of staff overseeing operations and customer experience. Together, they work to make the ADU building process manageable for homeowners from start to finish.
The Building Process
Rocky Mountain ADUs follows a structured process designed to keep clients informed and involved at each stage:
- Free Property Analysis: The process begins with an assessment of the property to determine ADU feasibility, discuss the homeowner's vision, and evaluate whether the project is a good fit.
- Feasibility & Design Planning: The team works with clients to explore design options, assess the land, and develop a plan that aligns with their needs and lifestyle.
- Contract & Selections: Once the design is finalized, a formal contract is put in place. Clients confirm their material choices, finishes, and features, and the budget is locked in before construction begins.
- Construction: The team builds the ADU with attention to quality at each stage, providing regular updates throughout the process.
- Walkthrough & Handover: Upon completion, clients are walked through the finished space to ensure everything meets expectations before move-in.
- Ongoing Support: After move-in, Rocky Mountain ADUs offers continued support and warranties, along with maintenance assistance to ensure the ADU continues to function well over time.
ADU Models and Floor Plans
Rocky Mountain ADUs offers a range of accessory dwelling unit floor plans to suit different needs and property types in the Denver area. Their lineup includes the following options:
- Studio ADU: Starting at 240 square feet, these compact units feature an open-concept layout combining living, sleeping, and dining areas. Suitable for guest accommodations, home offices, or rental units.
- 1-Bedroom ADU: Starting at 360 square feet, these units include a separate bedroom, full kitchen, bathroom, and living area. A practical option for downsizing, rental use, or a guest house.
- 2-Bedroom ADU: Starting at 535 square feet, these models include two bedrooms, a full kitchen, bathroom, and living area. Well-suited for small families, shared living, or guest accommodations.
- 3-Bedroom ADU: Beginning at 1,000 square feet, these larger detached ADU designs offer well-proportioned living spaces with clear separation between bedrooms and common areas. Appropriate for primary residences, growing families, or income-producing rentals.
- Loft ADU: Starting at 448 square feet, the loft series uses vertical space to create an open main floor with an elevated loft area for sleeping, working, or relaxing. A modern approach to compact living.
Rocky Mountain ADUs operates with a set of guiding values that include integrity, craftsmanship, sustainability, and community. As an ADU contractor focused on the Colorado market, they aim to provide housing solutions that support multi-generational living, rental income opportunities, and long-term property value — built by a local team with direct knowledge of the region's landscape and regulations.