Project type
How a home remodel project works at Autotelic
A home remodel usually starts with a specific room or a specific problem: a kitchen remodel, a bathroom remodel, a basement finish, or a whole-home renovation that touches every room at once. Some remodels add space instead of just changing it — a pop-top addition, a second-story addition, a bump-out expansion, or a historic renovation that has to work within a landmark district's rules. Most remodels also add a technology layer alongside the construction: smart home automation, a dedicated home theater, whole-home audio, security cameras, an EV charger install, or motorized shades and lighting control — designed in with the remodel instead of added afterward.
Doors today: The instant estimate: property-verified and catalog-grounded.
The flight plan
1. Feasibility
liveThe instant estimate wizard doubles as the feasibility door for a remodel — it verifies the property and grounds the range before anything is designed.
2. Estimate
liveThe same wizard prices the specific scope — a kitchen, a bath, a basement, an addition — against the real catalog and code data.
3. Design
liveConcept Studio runs a swipe tournament for finishes and, where relevant, the technology layer — live for remodels today.
4. Front desk
liveChloe or a call to the front desk scopes the project and hands it to the next step.
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liveOnce under contract, the remodel moves into the client portal — proposal, milestones, files, and messages.
6. Field
crew-onlyThe crew cockpit app manages the remodel on site, shown here but never linked as something to install.
The moons
- Kitchen RemodelCustom kitchen remodels across the Denver metro featuring cabinetry, stone countertops, smart appliances, and integrated lighting design. Commercially licensed and insured.service page
- Bathroom RemodelFull bathroom remodels across the Denver metro from cosmetic refreshes to luxury gut renovations. Tile, fixtures, vanities, and Kerdi waterproofing.service page
- Basement FinishComplete basement finishing across the Denver metro with framing, electrical, plumbing, drywall, and optional bathroom, bar, and home theater.service page
- Whole-Home RenovationComprehensive whole-home renovations across the Denver metro coordinating every trade from demo through finish with integrated smart home automation.service page
- Pop-Top AdditionPop-top second-story additions across the Denver metro — add bedrooms, bathrooms, and living space without expanding your footprint. Structural engineering included.service page
- Second-Story AdditionFull second-story additions across the Denver metro with structural engineering, framing, roofing, and complete interior build-out. Commercially licensed and insured.service page
- Bump-Out ExpansionRoom bump-out expansions across the Denver metro — extend kitchens, bedrooms, and living rooms 4-12 feet without a full addition. Fast permitting.service page
- Historic RenovationHistoric home renovation across the Denver metro preserving original character while upgrading systems, efficiency, and modern livability. Landmark district experience.service page
- Smart Home AutomationComplete smart home systems with Crestron, Lutron, Savant, and Control4 — lighting, shades, climate, security, and AV under one interface.service page
- Dedicated Home TheaterHome theater design and installation across the Denver metro — projectors, acoustically treated rooms, Dolby Atmos surround, seating, and Savant control.service page
- Whole-Home Audio — Multi-ZoneMulti-zone whole-home audio across the Denver metro — in-ceiling speakers, distributed amplification, outdoor zones, and streaming integration across every room.service page
- Security CamerasPoE security camera systems with NVR, structured wiring, remote access, and analytics for homes and businesses.service page
- EV Charger Install — Level 2Level 2 EV charger installation across the Denver metro by a Tesla Certified Installer — Tesla Wall Connector and universal J1772/NACS units. We run a panel-capacity check and load calculation before quoting, then install a dedicated 240V circuit for garage or weather-rated exterior mounting. The municipal permit, inspection, and load-management setup for multi-EV homes are handled under one electrical scope.service page
- Motorized Shades & Lighting ControlMotorized shades and Lutron lighting control across the Denver metro — roller shades, drapes, keypads, dimmers, scene programming, and automation.service page
Proof
- 3,286 Catalog items costed
- 3,290 Catalog items total
Questions
Do I need a design before I get an estimate?
No — the instant estimate wizard prices a catalog-grounded scope first; Concept Studio narrows finishes afterward, alongside or after pricing.
Can I add smart home automation to a remodel after construction starts?
It's designed in far more cheaply up front — most technology moons are meant to be planned alongside the construction scope, not retrofitted after drywall is closed.
What's the difference between a bump-out and a full addition?
A bump-out extends a room a short distance without a full foundation and framing project; a second-story or pop-top addition adds significantly more space and structural work.
Does a historic renovation need special approval?
Often yes — a landmark district typically has its own review board, which the feasibility and design steps account for.