--- title: "Doug Walter Architect — Architects & Building Designers | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/doug-walter-architect-pfvwus-pf~1006663529 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1006663529.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: "Doug Walter Architect" category: ["Architects"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/0fa3534b0f355814_4877-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "P.O. Box 461233, Denver, Colorado 80246, United States" latitude: 39.7086 longitude: -104.9312 phone: "(303) 880-9080" website: http://dougwalterarchitects.com rating: 5 review_count: 23 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 181 last_updated: 2026-09-22 --- # Doug Walter Architect Original Houzz profile: [Doug Walter Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/doug-walter-architect-pfvwus-pf~1006663529) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Architects - **Location:** Denver, CO - **Serves:** Denver, Indian Creek, Lakewood, Centennial, Highlands Ranch, Parker, Littleton, Southglenn, Englewood, Columbine, Greenwood Village, Lone Tree, Cherry Hills Village, Columbine Valley, Bow Mar, Heritage Hills, Foxfield, Congress Park, Park Hill - **Houzz rating:** 5.0 out of 5 (23 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2026), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - 5 Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 10,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - Evening consultations - 43 years in business Nationally known residential remodeling design firm in business since 1979. Comfortable working in all styles and with all budgets. Specializes in historically-inspired additions that "fit", flooding a home with natural daylighting, whole house remodels, basements, additions, pop tops, and thoughtful kitchens, bathrooms, and thoughtful built ins. Winner of over 150 local and national design awards including "Best Before & After Kitchen" in the NKBA's 2020 Peak Awards, Rocky Mountain Chapter. Professional expertise in cabinetwork, lighting and daylighting, accessibility and universal design, energy efficiency and sustainability, historic preservation and working in Landmark Districts. ### Services Provided - Architectural Design - Home Remodeling - Custom Homes - House Plans - New Home Construction - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Kitchen Design - Sustainable Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Energy-Efficient Homes - Green Building - Bathroom Design - Universal Design - Multigenerational Homes - Home Restoration - Historic Building Conservation - Project Management - Handicap-Accessible Design - Basement Remodeling - Basement Design - Attic Conversion - Deck Design - Accessibility Retrofits - Remodeling ### Areas Served - Denver - Indian Creek - Lakewood - Centennial - Highlands Ranch - Parker - Littleton - Southglenn - Englewood - Columbine - Greenwood Village - Lone Tree - Cherry Hills Village - Columbine Valley - Bow Mar - Heritage Hills - Foxfield - Congress Park - Park Hill ### Typical Job Cost $200,000 - 900,000 All of our jobs are completely customizable. We've done jobs for less than the above, and for more than the above. Most of our remodeling clients fall into the 200-400k range. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | Doug Walter Architect | | Address | P.O. Box 461233, Denver, Colorado 80246, United States | | Phone | (303) 880-9080 | | Website | http://dougwalterarchitects.com | | License Number | Colorado B-1614 | | Followers on Houzz | 181 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.instagram.com/dougwalterarchitects ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [Doug Walter Architect](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/doug-walter-architect-pfvwus-pf~1006663529) - **Website:** http://dougwalterarchitects.com - **Phone:** (303) 880-9080 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of Show, 2016 CARE Awards - HBA Metro Denver August,2015 - Chrysalis Awards, Western Region, Whole House Standard August 2015Winner - Mayor's Design Awards 2014 - City & County of DenverWinner of "Best Sympathetic Addition" from Historic Denver, 2005, 2006, and 2007 - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2013–2026), for Service, Design. **Affiliations** - [The American Institute of Architects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/the-american-institute-of-architects-pfvwus-pf~1350720471) - [National Kitchen & Bath Association](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/national-kitchen-and-bath-association-pfvwus-pf~1351084655) - [AIBD - American Institute of Building Design](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/schools-and-organizations/aibd-american-institute-of-building-design-pfvwus-pf~1544540709) ## Reviews **Overall rating: 5.0 out of 5 — 23 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Jim Roome, Aug. 2026** > Some people design houses. Doug changes lives. > > We had the incredible good fortune of working with Doug on the remodel of our 1950s home, and looking back, partnering with him was one of the best decisions we could have made. > > Our home had only one bathroom on the main floor and a linen closet. Because of the needs of my 93 year old mother in law and my own journey with multiple sclerosis, we desperately needed an ADA accessible bathroom. We also hoped to find room for a second main floor bathroom and a front hall coat closet. We honestly were not sure it was even possible. > > From the very first meeting, it became clear that Doug’s greatest gift is not simply architecture. It is listening. > > He did not arrive with preconceived ideas or a one size fits all solution. Instead, he asked thoughtful questions, listened carefully, and worked to understand not just what we wanted, but why it mattered. He measured every inch of our home, studied the quirks and challenges created by renovations that a previous homeowner had completed themselves over the years, and embraced what seemed like an impossible design challenge. > > Then he did something remarkable. > > He saw possibilities where we saw limitations. > > What Doug ultimately created was not just an ADA accessible bathroom, a second bathroom, and a coat closet. He transformed the way our home works for our family. He designed spaces that preserve our independence, provide dignity, and make everyday life easier, all while creating something stunningly beautiful. Every time we walk through those rooms, we are reminded that exceptional design is not just about appearance. It is about improving the way people live. > > Doug is an extraordinarily talented architect, but what will stay with us long after the construction is complete is the way he treated us throughout the entire process. His communication was outstanding. He kept us informed, answered every question with patience, and made us feel like our project mattered as much to him as it did to us. We never felt like just another client. We felt like partners. > > There are professionals who meet expectations, and then there are those rare people who leave a lasting mark on your life. Doug is one of those people. > > Five stars simply are not enough. The value Doug brought to our family cannot be measured by floor plans or square footage. He gave us a home that will serve us well for years to come and an experience that exceeded every expectation. > > If you are looking for an architect who combines extraordinary creativity with genuine compassion, who listens before he designs, and who cares as deeply about your family as he does about the finished project, I cannot recommend Doug highly enough. **★★★★★ — Ira Gross, June 2025** > We were so fortunate to find Doug for our project! He was the architect for a longtime friend of ours, who did a major remodel several years ago, and recommended him. We were new to the process, not knowing where to begin or what was possible in our particular situation. He took the time to understand our lifestyle, our needs, and tastes. He is an expert at lighting, which our home desperately needed. New window and skylight placements and a new lighting plan changed the entire feel of our home. He is also an award winning kitchen and bath designer. Doug was on site several times a week, making sure things were proceeding correctly, ready with a new idea when the builder hit a snag. He became not only our trusted advisor, but a friend. **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > It was a fun, challenging project with a spectacular result. You were great to work with, and I value your friendship as well! It was challenging to create a new larger and lighter kitchen by framing over top of an unused indoor pool, but it came out great! **★★★★★ — Shoshana Ringel, Dec. 2024** > We recently completed an extensive remodel of our duplex home, a project that was as ambitious as it was complex. The scope of the project was significant: it involved gut remodeling both sides of our duplex, converting four crawl spaces into usable basement spaces, adding a second story to one half of the home, adding new heating, plumbing, and electrical, all new drywall, flooring, doors and casing, and windows; the works. > > Besides his creativity, one of Doug’s greatest strengths was his attentiveness. From the start, he took the time to thoroughly understand our goals, offering insightful suggestions while respecting our vision. He guided us each step of the way generously offering his opinions and wisdom from years of experience. Throughout the process, he remained incredibly present and responsive, always available to address questions, resolve concerns, or adapt plans as needed. > > The project presented many challenges, from unexpected structural issues to coordinating work across two separate yet interconnected homes. Doug handled these complexities with grace and professionalism. His ability to anticipate potential problems, work collaboratively with contractors (we also enjoyed and wouldn’t have found as exceptional on our own), and present creative solutions helped keep the project on track. > > The result is nothing short of transformative. Doug's thoughtful design seamlessly integrates modern functionality with the character of the original home, dramatically enhancing both the aesthetics and usability of the space. It’s hard to imagine the original floorplan; this is what it should always have been, even the second-story addition! The new basement areas have added tremendous value and livability to both homes. > > Doug Walter is a true professional and a gifted architect. His expertise, creativity, and dedication to his clients shine in every detail of our remodel. We highly recommend him to anyone seeking an architect who can manage complex projects with calm, care and precision. **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > Thank you for the kind words, but especially your patience during this multi year project (at least half a year was waiting for permits!). It's DONE! Now you can breathe, and enjoy your new old home. It was a pleasure working with you both. I'm very proud of what we accomplished together **★★★★★ — Elizabeth Stolz, Dec. 2024** > Doug has done 2 architectural designs for my house and both were amazing! The first project Doug completed for me was a complete remodel of my kitchen, living room and flooring throughout my house. The second project Doug just completed for me was a complete remodel of my basement. Doug was able to complete this complicated remodel with me being out of town and absent the entire project. He kept the project on-time and on budget while tackling the complicated issues like adding a sewer pipe in the concrete of my basement that required drilling and excavating. This work was completed in May 2024 this year. I am extremely happy with the results and would not hesitate to recommend Doug for your next home project! **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > Thank you for the kind words, LIz. I was happy to help open up your kitchen a few years ago and most recently to create a basement apartment for your dad to come live with you. He seems to have adjusted well! **★★★★★ — HU-209946, March 2023** > Doug drew up a lighting plan for our kitchen that blew our minds! The photos speak for themselves. It's worth nothing that the before photo was taken during the day with our blinds open! The professionally shot after photo was taken at night with the blinds drawn... What a night and day (pun intended) difference purposefully placed lighting can have on a space. > > Couple of tidbits. First, Doug was affordable to work with-Which was nice. Second, he drew up the lighting plans (for code purposes) AND recommended the fixtures and bulbs to use (which makes all the difference). > > Be sure to hire an electrical contractor who is 'on board'. Many of these guys come from the old school and balk at what Doug draws up (we had to have the lighting installed twice because the first contractor insisted on his way of installing lights)-Stick to the plans you receive from Doug and your project will turn out beautiful too! **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > Thank you Ben! You were a dream client because you cared as much as I did about getting it right. I'm delighted with your "new" old kitchen in which you can actually see what you're working on. **★★★★★ — dk15, May 2022** > Doug's input was very helpful with the placement of our lighting, bulb types, sizes, angles, distance from cabinets, accounting for shadowing. We used various types of lighting including recessed par30, both 40 and 25 degree, pendulum, and under cabinet. We are so grateful to have had his help with our lighting design! Thank you Doug!!! **★★★★★ — Theresa Wallace, July 2020** > Doug Walter and David Coggeshall Construction come to the rescue > > in late December of 2019 my right femur broke and I tumbled down the basement stairs. After 2 weeks in the hospital and 3 in rehab it was time to go home. A few days before the scheduled release my OT and I did a survey of my home for safety. Both bathrooms were badly in need of grab bars. > Luckily I had a wonderful neighbor in architect, Doug Walter. He had offered to help in any way possible. On very short notice Doug enlisted his trusted Contractor, David Coggeshall, with whom he was doing a big remodel in Country Club. Doug purchased the bars and David's carpenter spent an afternoon installing them. Having them installed allowed me to shower safely. I was so grateful. > The biggest surprise came when I asked for my bill. They both declined payment, saying they were glad to be of help. Again so much appreciation for their work. I am not certain how that works as a business model, but it made me appreciate such a wonderful neighbor. To me this said a lot about the character of Doug and David. Who wouldn't want such caring and responsible people to be working on their property. **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > Terry; it was our pleasure to get you back home and safe so your leg could heal. And boy, has it; a couple weeks ago I was walking my dog in the park and you passed us, walking about twice as fast! **★★★★★ — Kevin Donavan, June 2019** > We chose Doug as our architect for a remodel on our home in the Country Club neighborhood in Denver. Doug came to us highly recommended and we weren't disappointed in what he brought to the project. In the design phase he came to us with a number of really creative, fresh ideas based on input my wife and I gave him. The sunroom he designed, while very different from our existing house, fit perfectly with the house and yard. Everyone who has seen it has commented on how tremendous it looks and how wonderfully it fits the house and us. We also remodeled all our bathrooms and our kitchen and added a powder room on the main floor in a very tight space. Doug put us in touch with a very skilled kitchen and bath cabinet company and they worked well together creating what we wanted. > > Doug also worked well with our contractor and was a valuable asset in dealing with a number of construction challenges. We were and are very appreciative of what Doug was able to do for us during our remodel and we wouldn't hesitate to use him again. **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > Kevin and Stephanie, you were delightful to work with on the restoration and addition to your exquisite 1920 Denver Square, and I know the other members of the team, CCM, the contractor and Colorado Kitchen Design feel the same . I'm heartbroken that you are having to move back to California, but glad someone else grabbed it when it went on the market last month; I hope they love the home and yard as much as you two! **★★★★★ — Bob Young, Jan. 2019** > My wife and I worked with Doug Walter on a major remodel of our home that transformed it from a standard "builder quality" home to the home of our dreams. Doug was fantastic with regard to his ability to hear what we desired and understand it, yet to provide just the right amount of guidance to make the outcome even more amazing than we imagined. We particularly appreciated Doug's creativity and ability to make suggestions that would never have occurred to us. For example, his suggestion to relocate the kitchen from its original position to a more central location in the home has dramatically improved our enjoyment of our main floor and the flow within the home when entertaining guests. Likewise, his suggestion to relocate the entrance of our master bedroom with the addition of a curved wall added architectural detail to the home that we continue to love and comment upon every day. > > In addition to his skill as an architect, we greatly appreciated Doug's ability to provide guidance and oversight throughout our entire remodel from conception to completion. He helped to coordinate our selection of everything from cabinetry to appliances to windows. He introduced us to multiple excellent contractors and helped us to select the fantastic one that we ended up working with. He was cognizant of our budget and very effective in helping us with cost considerations. When stalls occurred in the construction process, Doug was very helpful in providing gentle pressure to keep the process rolling forward. In addition, we appreciated his keen focus on ensuring the quality of the work being done and found him to be a fantastic advocate for us in ensuring everything was done to perfection. > > Like any major remodel, ours had its moments of challenges and sometimes felt that it would never end. However, working with Doug throughout the process definitely provided us with reassurance and we couldn't be more pleased with the outcome. We recommend Doug for anyone considering a significant home remodel without reservation. **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > You were great to work with, and your enthusiasm and focus was reflected by the whole team, including Steve Rohrer of SDR, and Mary Jenkins of BKC Kitchens & Baths. > I'm immensely proud of what we accomplished over there. I was intrigued by your decision process, that started with looking at historic bungalows in Wash Park and ended with you deciding to re create some of the real and honest materials from the Arts and Crafts period of the 1920's in your Stapleton home, a well-built but plain Lennar product. Kitchen, baths, windows, doors, trim, flooring, lighting; it's pretty much all new, but in a new "old" house. I wish you many more happy years there. **★★★★★ — Michael Brislin, Dec. 2018** > We recently employed Doug to do a complete kitchen and bathroom remodel, as well as add a large covered patio to our home in Golden. Doug was fantastic to work with and we couldn't be happier with the outcome. Here are some highlights of what was great about working with Doug. > He is a good listener, and he did thorough ground up research of both of our needs, wants desires and tastes. He was always mindful of our budget constraints and offered options along the way. He is technically savvy and up to date with the latest in all applicable areas, e.g. lighting, building materials and techniques, appliances an color. He was patient with us and gave us space to hem and haw while noodling on decisions. At times he would give is firm no's and at other times firm yes's. The contractors he introduced us to were fantastic and clearly his long standing relationship with them made a huge difference. All in all, there was I high degree of trust amongst all the parties. We lived in part of our home during the 5 & 1/2 job and it was a breeze despite all the horror stories we we told. We cam in slightly under budget after making slight modifications in scope to suit our preferences. **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > Mike and Tammy: Thank you both. A good project begins and ends with a good owner, and you two were terrific to work with. I thank you for inviting me back to the house I had remodeled once before about 15 years ago for another owner. They didn't have the budget to redo the kitchen, and you did. I hope you enjoy it for years to come! **★★★★★ — Janet Pitman, May 2018** > Why are we writing a review of our architect , Doug Walter, 12 years after the remodel he did on our home in the Country Club neighborhood of Denver? Because thanks to the amazing transformation he spearheaded, our home sold in two days for more than the asking price. The work performed in 2006 completely transformed the badly remodeled exterior of the 1926 home and turned it into a beautiful Mediterranean. The project won numerous local and national awards, including a Mayor's Design Award from the city of Denver. We thoroughly enjoyed the interior and exterior remodel that Doug designed, but after 12 years it was time to downsize and we were delighted to sell our home it to a couple who appreciated its architectural refinements as much as we did. We remember fondly the interaction we had with Doug and his associates and would recommend him highly to anyone contemplating a home remodel particularly in an historic district. **Comment from Doug Walter Architect:** > Many thanks for the kind words. It was an absolute pleasure to work with you both, and I'm still showing photos of that transformation to prospective clients who think nothing can be done with their house! **★★★★★ — K P, April 2018** > We worked with Doug 8 years ago on a kitchen remodel and were so pleased with the result that we hired him again to remodel our two original bathrooms constructed in 1908. The master bath had the original cast iron bathtub with no shower and was very impractical. We have spent the past 20 years showering in the basement. The other bathroom is a jack and jill style that was poorly remodeled in the 80's. Doug came up with an incredible new footprint for the bathrooms. We worked together with him to design custom cabinets and pick out all the finishes and fittings. The project cost $70,000. The new bathrooms are beautiful and yet practical to use. They have all the newest amenities but blend well with the traditional look of our old, 1908, home. We could not be more pleased! Doug Walter is an expert in renovating old houses and we give him our higest recommendation. ## Selected projects - [The Sky's the Limit for this Kitchen!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/the-sky-s-the-limit-for-this-kitchen-pj-vj~3131693) - Location: Golden, CO - Photos: 5 - Description: A total gut remodel of a small dark kitchen that enlarged it by 3 feet, opened it up to the living room with a new doorway, and to the dining room by removing an entire wall. A grey and white color scheme with hardwood floors, all well daylit by three Velux skylights. Owners lived in the house while the kitchen and master bath were being rehabbed. - [Tudor Pop Top](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/tudor-pop-top-pj-vj~5745298) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 9 - [7th Avenue Historic Home Upgrade](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/7th-avenue-historic-home-upgrade-pj-vj~2848274) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 6 - Description: A massive interior rehabilitation of all major systems (electrical, plumbing, heating) of a classic 1906 home in Denver's 7th Avenue Historic District, the only evidence of which is a new basement egress window on the front. Doubled size of kitchen, added four new bathrooms, rehabilitated historic windows, and transformed basement level from a dark utility space to a functional family area. - [Congress Park Bungalow Pop Top](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/congress-park-bungalow-pop-top-pj-vj~2751064) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 12 - Description: A new second story, three bedroom addition to a classic 1920's Arts & Crafts bungalow in Denver's Congress Park neighborhood, with strategic modifications to the first floor to introduce a new stairway up, enlarge the dining area, and open the kitchen to the rest of the first floor. New lighting throughout, plus a second furnace with AC added to the upstairs. Done on a tight budget with much sweat equity by the talented homeowners. - [Washington Park Bungalow Pop Top](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/washington-park-bungalow-pop-top-pj-vj~2723979) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 8 - Description: An articulated second story addition to a 1920's bungalow in Denver's Washington Park neighborhood that added a master suite and two bedrooms, plus laundry up top, while totally renovating first floor and basement. Work by Parkside Remodeling, windows by Sierra Pacific. - [Denver High Rise Refreshed](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/denver-high-rise-refreshed-pj-vj~2746071) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 7 - Description: A fresh look at a 1960's high rise condo in Denver's Polo Club neighborhood that took advantage of wasted volume above the 8 foot drywall ceilings and helped define the dining area and sun porch. New lighting throughout and plumbing that included two new bathrooms. Being on the 19th floor, many of the old flimsy aluminum windows were replaced with heavy duty commercial units for better energy efficiency and comfort. - [Rustic Ranch Remodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-ranch-remodel-pj-vj~319634) - Location: Greeley, CO - Photos: 7 - [Littleton MegaRemodel](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/littleton-megaremodel-pj-vj~320098) - Location: Littleton, CO - Photos: 7 - [Classic Home in Country Club](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classic-home-in-country-club-pj-vj~279270) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 7 - Description: A total restoration and renovation of a 1910 home, involving structural stabilization via underpinning, changing parts of the floorplan, new kitchen, laundry, and four bathrooms using the highest quality fixtures and finishes for a discerning client. Included adding a compatible second story addition over the old flat roofed garage. - [Pool House in Cherry Hills](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/pool-house-in-cherry-hills-pj-vj~319636) - Location: Cherry Hills Village, CO - Photos: 2 - Description: A new pool house with bathrooms , changing rooms, and lounge space was designed for a Tudor-revival 1970's home in Cherry Hills Village, Colorado. Tudor touches help tie the pool house in with the main home beyond. Steel and wood pergolas provide needed shade and architectural emphasis. - [Ranch House Reborn](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/ranch-house-reborn-pj-vj~188603) - Location: Westminster, CO - Photos: 7 - Description: A whole house remodel to an 80's ranch home in northern suburb of Denver. Exterior was redone in stone and stucco, and new strong entry tower added, and the garage door replaced with a custom wood and glass unit. Interior was totally reimagined, with a new stair to the lower level, huge master closet added, and all new kitchen, baths, windows and skylights. - [Historically Inspired Addition](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/historically-inspired-addition-pj-vj~299811) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 3 - Description: A 1906 classic revival home in Denver's Country Club Historic District where we connected the home to the carriage house, while updating systems, improved energy efficiency, created a new sun-filled kitchen and breakfast room, and a new stairway to the basement. Winner of the Mayor's Design Award, 2014 for historical compatibility and a CARE Award from the HBA Metro Denver. - [90's Bath Re-imagined!](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/90-s-bath-re-imagined-pj-vj~1705256) - Location: Centennial, CO - Photos: 7 - Description: A contemporary makeover for a Highlands Ranch (Denver suburban) semi custom home with a small shower, corner tub in a massive tile platform, tight shared vanity, and polished brass fixtures that was open to the bedroom. New bath is closed off from bedroom and gains a much larger shower, his and her vanities, and an elegant free standing soaking tub. The single skylight floods the room with daylight. - [Classical Baths](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/classical-baths-pj-vj~2701155) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 10 - Description: A retro-inspired redo of two original bathrooms in this 1906 Classic Revival home in Denver's Country Club neighborhood, done simultaneously while the owners were in residence. Spaces were stripped down to the framing, drains and supply lines were replaced, structural repairs made, and new floor, walls, and ceiling installed using Carrera marble wainscot and floor. In the master, a little used tub gave way to an oversize shower with linear drain and glass wall. - [Townhome in Cherry Creek](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/townhome-in-cherry-creek-pj-vj~517879) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 3 - [Four foot bump for Littleton Kitchen](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/four-foot-bump-for-littleton-kitchen-pj-vj~1210268) - Location: Littleton, CO - Photos: 3 - [Mediterranean Makeover](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/mediterranean-makeover-pj-vj~1457124) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 3 - Description: A dramatic re-interpretation of Mediterranean revival for a 1926 home of unknown style (that had been badly remodeled for years). This involved resizing windows and getting rid of modern picture units, removing the gable roof and replacing it with a hipped tiled roof with broad overhangs and brackets. New custom wood shutters, ironwork, and new stucco help make the home new. A second floor study was added over an existing one story sunroom at left, while a guest room dug out underneath. Winner o… - [ADU in Washington Park](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/adu-in-washington-park-pj-vj~7572646) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 11 - [CENTRAL PARK DENVER KITCHEN RE-LIGHTING](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/central-park-denver-kitchen-re-lighting-pj-vj~7051638) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 6 - [Highlands Ranch Accessibility Retrofit](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/highlands-ranch-accessibility-retrofit-pj-vj~7050466) - Location: Highlands Ranch, CO - Photos: 4 - Description: An accessibility remodel for a client with spinal cord injury that we designed pro bono, and Oakwood Homes donated labor to make it happen. The client's bed is now in one end of the family room, with this bath right around the corner. The client wrote "you made the impossible, possible." [See all 26 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/architects-and-building-designers/doug-walter-architect-pfvwus-pf~1006663529) ## Ideabooks - [TV'S & FIREPLACES](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/91790731/list/tv-s-fireplaces) — 22 ideas - [Bath & Kitchen Lighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15113044/list/bath-kitchen-lighting) — 30 ideas - [Patio Covers](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/76368656/list/patio-covers) — 7 ideas - [Garage Mahals](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/15587197/list/garage-mahals) — 7 ideas - [Exteriors I like](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/4483117/list/exteriors-i-like) — 7 ideas - [Bothell Ideas!](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/3545169/list/bothell-ideas) — 20 ideas - [Lighting and Daylighting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/1523291/list/lighting-and-daylighting) — 20 ideas [See all 7 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/dougwalterarchitects) ## Community Q&A **Q: Exterior Paint Colors?** *(in Photo Questions)* Hi! Beautiful home. Would love to know the exterior paint colors - stucco and trim, but particularly the brown trim. A: Dove back into old files and I show Ben Moore AF 320 for stucco color, and Ben Moore \#1490 for the bronze/black trim,while windows are Pella bronze color. I'd suggest narrowing down your choices to no more than 3, and getting small paint samples to try on the building before you commit! **Q: Living design and layout** *(in Design Dilemma)* I can't get this right. Please help. Don't want to block the sliding doors/outdoor view. Don't know how to arrange the furniture. There are two large brown sofas and and two light brown single seater (1 with a stool) plus a central coffee table and two side ones. Not happy with the overall look. Please help!! \- with furniture layout \- need new tv cabinet - what style should we go for to make the place look nicer overall? \- what else needs to be done to make living room look wow? A: As Jenny suggests, a rug will pull it all together. And get some large art for the walls! Throw pillows that pull light colors from the rug will lighten up the couch and loveseat. you can also buy low cost slipcovers online for them! Good luck **Q: need honest feedback - I am on the verge of pulling my hair out!!! lol** *(in Building a Home)* I am quite bummed out. We are almost done building our first home and I am really having a hard time falling in love with my kitchen. I’m so sad because at first I was absolutely in love, but now that our granite and stone archway are installed I’m second guessing everything. In my opinion, the stone turned out way more orange/warm than I expected. I feel like it severely crashes with our countertops. I can’t tell if it’s just the lighting or if I’m overthinking it - I am terrible at decorating/design so that’s why I would like some honest (but respectful) feedback. Please note that the floors are still covered in dust so they actually aren’t that light, they are a tad bit darker and less grey looking. My whole intention with my house was to walk a line between rustic and modern. I didn’t want anything too “trendy” but I didn’t want my home to feel outdated. Honestly I’m sitting here going what the hell was I thinking. My husband is happy with how it’s turning out and he thinks I am maybe just struggling because the house isn’t furnished yet. I don’t know but it’s bothering me really bad. Am I crazy?? Lol A: Taylor: it's going to be FINE! But I would strongly urge you to push for actual recessed downlights, 5 or 6 inch recessed cans with a PAR30 or PAR 38 Narrow Flood, will put out 10 times more illumination. You can experiment with the color you prefer: 2700 (warm), 3000K (neutral white) or 3500 (bright blueish white). Most my clients settle on 3000. And specify a high CRI of 90+ for best color rendition. May I refer you to an article on kitchen lighting that talks about this? https://www.proremodeler.com/better-kitchen-lighting-3-steps **Q: Does my under cabinet lighting look cheap and green to you?** *(in Polls)* Hi, there’s a dimmer but no way to adjust the color of the lights. They look decidedly green/yellow to me. Plus, they’re unevenly stuck on and peeling off in places. The contractor says he will add some molding or something so we won’t see the black & red wires but that won’t hide the green. Has anyone had this issue? A: Agree with most the advice given already: you need LED undercabinet lighting with a Kelvin temperature of 3000. Some manufacturers have selectable color temps from 2700 (which yours appear to be) up to 5000K. But please find ones with frosted lenses so you don't see reflections of every diode!. And mount to front of uppers , hidden behind a light valence, a small piece of matching trim. And put them on a dimmer switch. Good luck! **Q: UPDATED - Before and After - Kitchen and living space** *(in Remodeling)* UPDATED - Kitchen is finished. Please see the before, during and after and let us know what you think. Still have some decorating to finish and hanging stuff on the walls, and the chandelier has been changed, just don't have a picture of that yet. We are in the planning phase of remodeling our kitchen. We have a galley style kitchen, which is located on the interior of our home. One of the walls used to be an exterior wall, but the screened in patio on the other side was finished in. So now we have no exterior walls associated with the kitchen. We would like to open up the living spaces and kitchen as an open concept. Still need to get in the overhead to see what kind of support we have on some walls. We are willing to knock down walls and pay for engineering a support beams/posts to facilitate an open concept. Looking for layout ideas to help the spaces flow together. Don't mind my rough sketch of our home, not to scale. Thanks for your help in advance!! A: Kyle: Time to think about MAJOR skylights to flood the kitchen with natural light! As well as well-placed recessed cans and undercabinet lights. Just because it's interior doesn't mean it has to feel claustrophobic! **Q: Bedroom Layout - Closet Placement** *(in Design Dilemma)* I am trying to come up with the best built-in closet positions in a couple of bedrooms. This is for a new build/construction project. Currently, as shown on the diagrams below, the closets are positioned next to the entry doors. I am afraid these closet positions would create a "tunnel effect" but I can't come up with better options. Any ideas? Room Dimensions: 18x14ft Room Dimensions: 18x11ft Thanks! A: The "tunnel effect" can be alleviated by pulling the closet wall back 12" from the door so it doesn't crowd you. It's actually a good location, it creates more of a foyer effect than tunnel! And it helps soundproof bedroom from hall beyond. --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-22.*