Home Renovation Architects
in Denver, CO
Morrison Engineering Colorado, LLC provides integrated architectural and engineering services for residential remodeling projects throughout Denver, Colorado Springs, and the surrounding Front Range communities. We work closely with homeowners, homebuilders, and residential general contractors to create practical, buildable remodeling plans that help projects move smoothly from design into construction.
Your Remodeling Partners
Residential remodeling projects often come with challenges you won’t find in new construction. Existing structural conditions, outdated framing, limited space, permitting requirements, and utility coordination can all impact the scope of work.
That’s why remodeling projects benefit from an integrated architecture and engineering approach.
At MEC, we create remodeling plans with real-world construction in mind from the beginning. Our team works to develop coordinated drawing sets that help builders and contractors navigate the complexities of renovating existing homes while reducing delays and confusion during construction.
Colorado's Residential Renovation Experts
At MEC, we believe successful remodeling projects come from strong collaboration between the homeowner, builder, and design team. We prioritize responsiveness, clear communication, and practical planning throughout every phase of the project.
Whether you’re planning a large-scale renovation, a home addition, or structural changes to an existing property, our team is ready to help develop coordinated plans that support your vision and simplify construction.
Our services include:
Gut Renovation
Also called whole home renovations or full-home remodels, gut renovations involve reworking a home at a structural and layout level.
Basically the project will strip interior down to their framing and rebuild them with a new design intent. These projects typically include changes to floor plans, structural elements, and all major building systems.
We support these projects by developing coordinated architectural and engineering plans that account for existing conditions and the proposed new layout. This helps builders and contractors move through demolition, framing, and reconstruction with clearer documentation and fewer unknowns in the field.
Kitchen Remodeling
Kitchen remodeling projects often require rethinking how the space is organized, especially when walls, plumbing, or structural elements are being adjusted. From kitchen work triangles to simple updates, we’re your ideal partner.
We help design kitchens that are practical to build and aligned with the existing structure. Our work supports contractors with plans that address layout changes, structural considerations, and spatial improvements so construction can move forward with confidence.
Bathroom Remodeling
Aiming to craft spa-like retreats without causing future moisture troubles? Bathroom remodels involve careful coordination of plumbing locations, ventilation paths, waterproofing conditions, and structural constraints. These details become absolutely vital when layouts are being expanded or reconfigured.
We assist with creating clear design and engineering plans that reflect both the existing conditions and the proposed updates. No need to worry about whether a home can handle the spa upgrade with our team.
Basement Renovation
Basement renovations are often complex and exciting projects. We start with evaluating existing conditions like ceiling height, moisture levels, foundation walls, and required egress points. These factors influence what that lower-level space can realistically become and how it should be designed.
From simple finish-outs to full reconfigurations, we provide architectural and engineering support for basement remodels. Our plans help guide contractors through the structural and spatial requirements needed to turn underutilized space into fresh, livable square footage.
Remodeling Existing Colorado Homes
Every home comes with a different history, layout, and set of structural considerations. Older homes may require framing updates, foundation reinforcement, or utility modifications before renovations can move forward safely and efficiently.
Our experience with residential engineering allows us to evaluate existing conditions and develop solutions that support the long-term functionality of the home while helping preserve the original character of the space where desired.
Contact Morrison Engineering Colorado, LLC today to discuss your residential remodeling project in Denver, Colorado Springs, or the surrounding Colorado communities.
Why Choose Morrison Engineering Colorado, LLC
01
Multi-Discipline Expertise
By offering architecture, foundation, structural, and MEP services under one roof, we provide a wide range of expertise, a streamlined process, and reduced risk across projects.
02
Exceptional Value
By operate with an intentionally low-overhead structure, we successfully pass cost-savings on to our customers without sacrifice. You get professional, high-quality work with a much greater value for your dollar.
03
Client-First Approach
We founded Morrison Engineering Colorado, LLC in our hometown with a mission to serve the community we grew up in. We prioritize our clients’ success, focus on responsiveness, and offer quick delivery to help your projects move forward.
Home Renovation FAQs
Do I need an architect for a full gut renovation?
For a simplified experience, yes. Full gut renovations often involve reworking structure, layout, and MEP building systems at the same time. These projects usually benefit from clear architectural direction early on, allowing contractors to move from demolition through reconstruction without delays, confusion, or any surprise mid-project redesigns.
For builders and general contractors, early architectural involvement also helps streamline coordination between trades, reduce RFIs, and keep permitting aligned with the desired final product. It also gives homeowners a clearer path from concept to construction.
What does an architect for a kitchen remodel actually do?
It might sound like overkill to involve an architect for a small renovation, but there are solid benefits involved. A residential architect assisting a kitchen remodel will focus on layout, structure, and how the space connects to the rest of the home. They can open up avenues for upgrades like opening walls, improving air circulation, and coordinating plumbing, electrical, and ventilation changes.
For contractors, having coordinated drawings ahead of construction reduces field uncertainty and supports smoother execution.
Why hire an architect for a bathroom remodel?
Bathroom remodels often require careful planning around tight layouts, plumbing routes and other structural limitations. Getting an architect or structural engineer’s input helps make sure the end goal is both functional and achievable.
For contractors, clear documentation helps reduce coordination issues during construction. Architectural plans also keep fixture placement, wall assemblies, and system layouts predictable once work begins, since it’s already all designed.
Is a basement architect near me necessary?
Basement renovations involve more than the layout changes you see in upper levels. Getting an architect familiar with your area’s unique conditions is a must in order to build lower-level basements that stand the test of time without compromising on comfort or quality.
For example: in Colorado’s colder climate, foundation design plays a major role in how a basement can be safely constructed or remodeled. Factors like frost depth, soil conditions, and insulation strategy directly impact foundation stability and long-term performance.
Proper foundation planning in Colorado may require digging below the local frost line or using systems like frost-protected shallow foundations to manage freeze and thaw cycles. These considerations are critical during basement remodels, especially when expanding usable space or modifying structural elements. We break down these concepts further in our guide on frost depth and foundation protection installation, which you can read here.
Where do you work?
While we focus on Colorado Springs and Denver, we also serve the surrounding regions, including Boulder, Castle Rock, Fort Collins, and Greeley. As a firm founded to serve the local community, we understand the specific regional requirements for residential construction in each of these areas.