--- title: "DesignYourBasement.com — Building Designers and Drafters | Houzz" canonical_html_url: https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/designyourbasement-com-pfvwus-pf~1954901689 markdown_url: https://www.houzz.com/md/professionals/pf~1954901689.md entity_type: LocalBusiness business_name: DesignYourBasement.com category: ["Building Designers and Drafters"] image: https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/19c3a0ea00dc782c_4574-w400-h400-b0-p0--.jpg address: "Denver, Colorado 80211, United States" phone: "(720) 984-3673" website: http://www.designyourbasement.com rating: 4.9 review_count: 104 best_of_houzz_awards: 10 followers: 231 last_updated: 2026-09-03 --- # DesignYourBasement.com Original Houzz profile: [DesignYourBasement.com](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/designyourbasement-com-pfvwus-pf~1954901689) ## Professional summary - **Primary category:** Building Designers and Drafters - **Location:** Denver, CO - **Serves:** Denver, Indian Creek, Aurora, Lakewood, Thornton, Arvada, Westminster, Centennial, Broomfield, Commerce City, Northglenn, Englewood, Wheat Ridge, Sherrelwood, Golden, Welby, Greenwood Village, Federal Heights, Berkley, Derby, Applewood, Cherry Hills Village, Sheridan, West Pleasant View, Edgewater, Glendale, Genesee, Bow Mar, Mountain View, North Washington, Morrison, East Pleasant View, Lakeside, Designing In All US States, Dupont, Henderson - **Houzz rating:** 4.9 out of 5 (104 reviews) - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2014–2022), for Service, Design. ## About ### Houzz Badges - Star Houzzer - Houzz Influencer - Recommended on Houzz - 1,000 Ideabook Saves - Best of Houzz winner - References available - Online consultation ### Business highlights - Best of Houzz winner - References available - Online consultation Blueprints and designs drawn in real time in collaboration with the client, using online conferencing capabilities and rendering the drawing in 3-D. The client is present during the creation of the drawing and is encouraged to give input and feedback. The design process is collaborative, interactive and fun. Watch your design come to life right before your eyes. Walk through your completed blueprint in a rendered 3D environment and know what your project will look and feel like before the first nail or screw goes in ### Services Provided - 3D Rendering - Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) - Basement Remodeling - Building Design - Construction Drawings - Custom Homes - Drafting - Energy-Efficient Homes - Floor Plans - Green Building - Home Additions - Home Extensions - Home Remodeling - House Plans - House Remodeling - Kitchen Design - Kitchen Remodeling - Project Management - Space Planning - Sustainable Design ### Areas Served - Denver - Indian Creek - Aurora - Lakewood - Thornton - Arvada - Westminster - Centennial - Broomfield - Commerce City - Northglenn - Englewood - Wheat Ridge - Sherrelwood - Golden - Welby - Greenwood Village - Federal Heights - Berkley - Derby - Applewood - Cherry Hills Village - Sheridan - West Pleasant View - Edgewater - Glendale - Genesee - Bow Mar - Mountain View - North Washington - Morrison - East Pleasant View - Lakeside - Designing In All US States - Dupont - Henderson ### Typical Job Cost $1,000.00 - $5,000.00 Price is determined on a case by case scenario depending on factors such as but not limited to the age of the home, square footage of designed space, if the area is currently finished or unfinished, and type of spaces to be designed. Other factors affecting cost of design include homes that fall under building jurisdictions requiring energy efficiency codes beyond what is required by the International Residential Code or creation of a Detached or Accessory Dwelling Unit. ## Business Details | Field | Value | | --- | --- | | Business Name | DesignYourBasement.com | | Address | Denver, Colorado 80211, United States | | Phone | (720) 984-3673 | | Website | http://www.designyourbasement.com | | Followers on Houzz | 231 | **Social profiles:** - Facebook — https://www.facebook.com/designyourbasement - X (Twitter) — https://twitter.com/basementguys - Blog — http://www.designyourbasement.com ## Contact - **Houzz profile:** [DesignYourBasement.com](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/designyourbasement-com-pfvwus-pf~1954901689) - **Website:** http://www.designyourbasement.com - **Phone:** (720) 984-3673 ## Credentials **Certifications & Awards** - Best of HOUZZ 2014 - Best of HOUZZ 2015 - Best of HOUZZ 2016 - Best of HOUZZ 2017 - Best of HOUZZ 2018 - Best of HOUZZ 2019 - HOUZZ Recommended - **Best of Houzz:** 10 awards (2014–2022), for Service, Design. ## Reviews **Overall rating: 4.9 out of 5 — 104 reviews** *Aspect averages:* - Work Quality: 50.0 - Communication: 50.0 - Value: 50.0 ### Reviews **★★★★★ — Nathan Feinberg, June 2021** > We hired Zach to design our unfinished basement. Our basement is an "L" shape and we worried how well the flow could work. Design Your Basement was able to give multiple great layouts from the beginning. Zach was great to work with and extremely detailed with his drawings. So detailed that he provided enough information in his drawing that I was able to sound like I knew what I was talking about with the contractors and their questions. Zach even helped us find a contractor to build the basement and the prints allowed us to get multiple offers with multiple options. He was upfront from the begin with what we are paying for and what we would expect in the package. The only issue I had is he got slow in responding in the end, but he gave us the heads up that he was busy and looking to hire help. We got everything expected in the end and very happy with it. We would hire them again for our next project. **★★★★★ — Sue Gallaher, Dec. 2020** > We are so pleased with the basement design we received from Zach. The entire process was very enjoyable and we really appreciated that great attention was paid to every last detail. **★★★★★ — Jeff Elder, Dec. 2020** > The speed and quality of work was some of the best I have ever seen. I will use this group again at my next house. **★★★★★ — Caroline Schoo, June 2020** > Zach was very easy to work with and was able to do the design mostly remotely after an initial site visit which worked well for our busy schedules. I had never done a project like this before and felt very comfortable with the guidance and advice I was given. Professional, friendly, helpful, and diligent. I would use them again on any future projects. **★★★★★ — HU-542997396, May 2020** > This is the third time I have worked with Zach. As always he provided excellent plans for our basement finish. All of the general contractors and trades we worked with complimented his extremely well detailed and thorough plans. I can’t recommend him highly enough. **★★★★★ — LJ, Feb. 2020** > Awesome experience & excellent customer service from the initial consultation to the finish product. My husband and I were amazed & pleased with the overall plan, design & attention to details. Everyone question we asked was explained in layman’s terms. My husband at first didn’t understand the need for the design but as the weekly meetings progressed, he realized our basement would have been under utilized had it not been for DesignYourBasement.com **★★★★★ — Reid Hester, Jan. 2020** > This review has been a long time coming, but we wanted to finally get it posted to acknowledge the amazing efforts of the staff at DesignYourBasement.com in making our basement finishing project a reality. > > We are in an older home, built in 1932, with a full basement that had many quirks, including low-hanging piping for our hot water heating system. Many contractors came through as we took on planning for the project, hoping that we would be able to come up with a design as we went along. Finally our frustration peaked when a contractor asked us to do our own measurements and tape off the location and size of the bathroom, location of the plumbing fixtures, etc. We were out of our depths. > > My wife started searching online and found DYB.com. I was very skeptical that this kind of work could be done from afar, but Sydney and Zach and the team there were truly amazing. They spent hours with us on conference calls walking us through taking photos and getting all of the measurements right for the unfinished space; they carefully listened to our goals for using the space; and they presented us with options for layout and design that truly never would have occurred to us. The final design we chose maximizes every inch of the space and has allowed us to do more than we thought possible. > > Their advice goes beyond just design deep into logistics. For example, I think it was Zach who pointed out that it's possible to convert hot water heat piping over to flexible pex tubing that can go up into the joists. That one suggestion made all of the difference in making the final design, look, and feel of the basement work. Of course getting that work done and coordinating the scheduling with all of the other work that needed to occur was no small feat, but we wouldn't have even gotten to square one without the team at DYB.com. > > Our contractor was able to use the detailed plans that we received from DYB.com to do every little thing that was required. We made a couple of tweaks here and there, but even that wouldn't have been possible without a comprehensive design to work from. And it was so awesome just to be able to pull up the plans on my phone while at the hardware store making decisions on materials and furnishings. > > We highly recommend DYB.com. **★★★★★ — Max T, Jan. 2020** > Zach and DesignYourBasement would get a 10STAR if I could do it! Great designs & ideas offered, 4-6 teleconference calls to dial in all of the details and blueprints that made sense to our contractors. Introduction call to final design was about a month in total. Would have probably been faster if my wife and I made decisions quicker. Zach provided feedback on cost, look, style we were looking for and made requested changes without hesitation. **★★★★★ — Ellen Topel, Dec. 2019** > From start to finish, I received amazing service and input from Zach. I am thrilled with the final plans and expect to continue using the company in some variation going forward. Although I live in Chicago, the property I am converting to an ADU is located in Denver. The 2 locations did not pose an issue at all. Zach initially came to measure and then we had online meetings, with numerous emails and texts to finalize the work. I couldn't be happier. **★★★★★ — Eric, Nov. 2019** > From the quote to final plan delivery, the team at DesignYourBasement was extremely responsive and professional, which led to a very efficient and successful design process. Where many of the vendors we looked at pitched “trust me” it will look great at the end, Zach and Jaron provided live walkthroughs of the design and modified the design during the three design meetingS to allow us to visualize the space. **★★★★★ — SUSANNAH M, Sept. 2019** > I was truly struggling with the design to finish my basement. I knew my vision was not as great as it could be and that I needed an expert to come in, understand what I wanted and then give me options. Well, that is exactly what Zach and Jaron from Design Your Basement did and their fee was reasonable!! > > I could not wrap my head around how this company would be able to do a remote design for us in Pennsylvania while they were based in Colorado, but consider my mind blown. Design Your Basement is a well oiled machine. From the initial contact to review their company and what they offered to the more intricate measurement and design meetings-this company knows what they are doing! They were pleasant all around and definitely qualified experts. Jaron was our designer and she took what would have been a boring basement to a true living space that we cannot wait to use. Zach's input and expertise were invaluable. The final plans and blueprints made the permitting process a breeze! Amazing is all I can say- don't hesitate to use them. It doesn't matter if you are doing the work yourself or using another contractor or if you are lucky enough to use them- the groundwork starts here and these guys will make you so excited for what is to come from the design! Truly the best money we spent and worth the extra preparation! **★★★★★ — Maurice Smith, Sept. 2019** > I discovered DesignYourBasement.com at the Denver Home & Garden show. They were exactly what I was looking for. I needed a design for my basement without having to commit to construction and I was willing to pay for that design. I didn’t want the pressure being locked into a company for both design and construction. Zach Hawkins helped me out and was great to work with. Price for this design service was fair & reasonable and he was very responsive. He came over and spent several hours measuring my basement and interviewing me about my vision for the space. Then we worked everything virtually from that point forward via online meeting services. After several iterations of adjustments and changes we finally settled in on a final version. He delivered the detailed construction CAD files that included electric, plumbing, etc. I’m currently using those files to get quotes for construction. I really enjoyed the experience and Zach worked out great for me. While I haven’t started construction yet, I will give favorable consideration to Zach and his company when decision time comes based on experience and having seen the work they’ve done in the past…top notch! I highly recommend. ## Selected projects - [Sample Completed Blueprints](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sample-completed-blueprints-pj-vj~6374168) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 10 - [Contemporary basement transformation in blue](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/contemporary-basement-transformation-in-blue-pj-vj~6443093) - Location: Indianapolis, IN - Photos: 3 - [Elegant Craftsman Basement in Westminster](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/elegant-craftsman-basement-in-westminster-pj-vj~5794885) - Location: Westminster, CO - Photos: 65 - [Rustic Style Basement with Timeless Touches and Indoor/Outdoor Fireplace](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/rustic-style-basement-with-timeless-touches-and-indoor-outdoor-fireplace-pj-vj~2654682) - Location: Erie, CO - Photos: 12 - Description: Rustic style basement finish with a stunning two-sided fireplace. Two new open flow bi-fold doors and fixed glass windows on either side. Extravagant Dining Room with custom ceiling design to conceal duct work and create a stunning architectural feature from what was once a mechanical eye-sore. Full kitchen and large pantry. Sunroom with indoor/outdoor water feature as the first perspective when walking down the newly opened staircase. Coming to life in Colorado soon! - [Colorado Transitional Design with Custom Radius Ceiling Features](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/colorado-transitional-design-with-custom-radius-ceiling-features-pj-vj~2586915) - Location: Aurora, CO - Photos: 9 - Description: Expansive transitional design from a traditional styled upstairs to an edgy rustic basement with custom radius ceilings. Featuring a sauna and walk-in shower for the home gym, accent lighting throughout ceiling features, and wet bar with kegerator and radius pub bar top. - [3D- Industrial Design with Barn Wood, Full Kitchen and Open Flow Bifold Doors](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/3d-industrial-design-with-barn-wood-full-kitchen-and-open-flow-bifold-doors-pj-vj~2590889) - Location: Herriman, UT - Photos: 6 - [3D- Eclectic kitchen remodel with Custom Butcher Block Island Countertop](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/3d-eclectic-kitchen-remodel-with-custom-butcher-block-island-countertop-pj-vj~2589564) - Location: Castle Rock, CO - Photos: 14 - [Extravagant Wuerth Home in Castle Pines with custom millwork bar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/extravagant-wuerth-home-in-castle-pines-with-custom-millwork-bar-pj-vj~519149) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 24 - [Dazzling Castle Pines Home with Theater and Bar with uplighting](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/dazzling-castle-pines-home-with-theater-and-bar-with-uplighting-pj-vj~1776186) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 34 - [Open Basement Concept in Centennial, CO with tray ceilings and stacked stone](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/open-basement-concept-in-centennial-co-with-tray-ceilings-and-stacked-stone-pj-vj~404563) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 24 - [Snazzy Remodel in Morrison, CO with wood and stone accent walls](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/snazzy-remodel-in-morrison-co-with-wood-and-stone-accent-walls-pj-vj~402965) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 26 - [Magnificent Castle Pines Home with Wood and Stacked Stone Columns](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/magnificent-castle-pines-home-with-wood-and-stacked-stone-columns-pj-vj~1776170) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 20 - [Edgey Greenwood Village, Colorado Home with Stained Wood Spiral Staircase](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/edgey-greenwood-village-colorado-home-with-stained-wood-spiral-staircase-pj-vj~1199626) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 38 - [Sensational Highlands Ranch Home with Secret Book Case Door](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/sensational-highlands-ranch-home-with-secret-book-case-door-pj-vj~1771489) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 26 - [Marvelous Denver Main Floor Remodel with wood accents](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/marvelous-denver-main-floor-remodel-with-wood-accents-pj-vj~1630608) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 17 - [Stylish Basement in Lowry, Colorado with wine cellar and art niches](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/stylish-basement-in-lowry-colorado-with-wine-cellar-and-art-niches-pj-vj~1818760) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 15 - [Beautiful Basement in Denver with Buffet Bar under the Stairs](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beautiful-basement-in-denver-with-buffet-bar-under-the-stairs-pj-vj~196489) - Location: Denver, CO - Photos: 15 - [Artisan Castle Rock Basement with custom wood accent home bar](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/artisan-castle-rock-basement-with-custom-wood-accent-home-bar-pj-vj~404373) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 12 - [Eye-popping Denver Basement Remodel with hidden bookcase doors and tray ceilings](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/eye-popping-denver-basement-remodel-with-hidden-bookcase-doors-and-tray-ceilings-pj-vj~268234) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 - [Beautiful Lowry Home with Secret Bookcase Door, Buffet Bar, and Movie Room](https://www.houzz.com/hznb/projects/beautiful-lowry-home-with-secret-bookcase-door-buffet-bar-and-movie-room-pj-vj~1776156) - Location: Not specified - Photos: 13 [See all 27 projects](https://www.houzz.com/professionals/building-designers-and-drafters/designyourbasement-com-pfvwus-pf~1954901689) ## Ideabooks - [Shower/Tub Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/81462090/list/shower-tub-ideas) — 104 ideas - [Alex at Talyn's reach](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56050417/list/alex-at-talyn-s-reach) — 17 ideas - [Wash Park Renovation](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/56005100/list/wash-park-renovation) — 15 ideas - [Mario](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/55183186/list/mario) — 2 ideas - [Ford bar](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/49461055/list/ford-bar) — 21 ideas - [Knight detached garage](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/48751904/list/knight-detached-garage) — 9 ideas - [Andrew & Jenn](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/42969028/list/andrew-jenn) — 8 ideas - [Justin Jone's Ideabook](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34725549/list/justin-jone-s-ideabook) — 3 ideas - [Christine mud room](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/34642426/list/christine-mud-room) — 4 ideas - [Brian's meeting](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/28621047/list/brian-s-meeting) — 14 ideas - [Nordby office space](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/27882930/list/nordby-office-space) — 5 ideas - [Gerald Hess](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/21235403/list/gerald-hess) — 4 ideas - [Beams for Timi & Rob](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/19784878/list/beams-for-timi-rob) — 14 ideas - [Ideas for Timi & Rob](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/17912208/list/ideas-for-timi-rob) — 15 ideas - [Timi & Rob's Ideas](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/12124355/list/timi-rob-s-ideas) — 19 ideas - [Basement tricks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/6100565/list/basement-tricks) — 4 ideas [See all 16 ideabooks](https://www.houzz.com/ideabooks/users/dyb) ## Community Q&A **Q: Basement Design** *(in Basements)* I would appreciate feedback on this design. What I’m somewhat not happy with is all the dead space between the gym and staircase. It’s difficult having a staircase in the middle of the basement. We are also somewhat hampered with the 22ft shuffleboard. The location on the layout is where it at right now. Kinda wish bar could be bigger, had a spot for darts and also a Murphy bed. Anyways this is the first rendition always appreciate the great advice I get on here. Thank You, Mat A: Hi Mat, You’re right! Working around a staircase in the middle of a basement is tricky! So is the 22 foot long shuffleboard! We would love for you to look through our photos to get some ideas of how we have incorporated these things in our past designs. We have blueprints, 3D images and completed project photos on our Houzz page and our websites. We can also help you complete your design in 3D if you really want to feel out the space before you start building. I hope when your project is finished it is everything you want it to be. Finishing a basement is fabulous investment for your home and family. You are off to a great start!!! DYB Houzz **Q: How noisey is the pump? Did you soundproof the cabinet?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: The sump pump only goes off as often as you have water in it. Some pumps may go off a couple times a day, some might go off once a week. We didn't insulate the cabinet since it didn't eject water very often, but you definitely could. The bookcase door will block some sound already, but you could seal it with weather stripping to add more sound proofing. Let us know if you need anything else. **Q: Can I ask what hinge system was used for the door? Thanks** *(in Photo Questions)* A: For an in swing bookcase door we might use a couple heavy duty door hinges, 5 or 6, or a lot of cabinet hinges, maybe 20. For an out swing we have used different pivot systems. They make some custom hinges that sit on top of the door and pivot on a pin. We have even used chair castors that pivot on the top and bottom points. Let us know if you need anything else. **Q: are both bookcases flush mount doors?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: Hello Mona, The bookcase on the left is built in. The one on the right is a hidden door that hides a sump pump. Thank you for your question. Happy constructing, Scott **Q: Who is the manufacturer of the theater chairs?** *(in Photo Questions)* A: They are from American Furniture **Q: brand of seats** *(in Photo Questions)* what brand are the seats? thanks! A: They are from American Furniture --- *Source: Houzz professional profile. Reflects the profile as of 2026-09-03.*