Zaga Design Group

We recently completed a thoughtful pop-top renovation in Denver’s Harkness Heights neighborhood for a family seeking more space in their newly purchased bungalow. The project came at a pivotal time, as a new neighborhood design overlay had just been implemented, reducing the allowable bulk plane and maximum height for second-story additions. Through close collaboration with our clients and intentional use of dormers, which were allowed to pierce the bulk plane, we were able to create compliant, light-filled upper-level living spaces while introducing unique interior roof forms that shape the character of the new floor.
The scope included 1,000 sf of an upper-level addition, a full 1,4000-square-foot main-level remodel, and a 1,400 sf basement dig-out for added livable space, along with a new rear covered patio and a redesigned front porch. The completed home now includes 5 bedrooms and 4.5 baths, thoughtfully tailored to support family life across three fully renovated levels. Zaga also provided full construction administration services, including lender draw reviews and site observations throughout the build. We were proud to collaborate once again with our trusted partners at to bring this project to life.

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