At Forge & Bow, we guide you through every step of the design and build journey. Founded by husband-and-wife duo Jordan and Annie Obermann, our team brings over 100 years of collective experience, specializing in high-performance, custom residential construction.
Our team of licensed architects and contractors specialize in creating high-performance spaces that are not only masterfully built but emotionally meaningful.
Boulder is a community that demands a higher standard of living, where architectural artistry meets a deep commitment to environmental stewardship. Whether you are restoring a century-old bungalow in Mapleton Hill, pursuing a high-performance custom build in North Boulder, or reimagining a modern mountain retreat in Sunshine Canyon, Forge & Bow delivers the specialized expertise required for Boulder’s unique landscape.
We understand that building in Boulder means navigating some of the most rigorous codes in the country, including strict Net-Zero energy requirements * and complex jurisdictional reviews. Our holistic design-build process is perfectly suited for this environment, blending sophisticated Mountain Modern aesthetics with advanced building science.
Where inspired design meets expert craftsmanship in Boulder. Our integrated design-build approach brings architecture, interior design, and construction management together under one roof, creating a seamless and efficient experience from concept to completion.
As a trusted Boulder design-build firm, we provide a clear, streamlined process with a single point of responsibility—eliminating confusion and ensuring every detail aligns with your vision. Whether you’re planning a custom home build or a high-end renovation, our team delivers thoughtful design, precise execution, and lasting quality tailored to the Boulder lifestyle.
We build generational homes in Boulder designed to endure, add long-term value, and be cherished for years to come. Every architectural detail is executed with intention, creating a custom home that reflects your vision, lifestyle, and the character of Boulder living.
From early collaboration with your architect through final construction, our experienced team ensures a seamless building process and exceptional craftsmanship. As a trusted Boulder custom home builder, we deliver precision, quality materials, and lasting design—resulting in a home that stands the test of time.
We specialize in historic home renovation in Boulder, preserving the architectural integrity and character that define the city’s most iconic properties. Our approach blends timeless design with modern functionality, ensuring your home meets today’s standards while honoring its original craftsmanship.
Our team follows the
Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties, delivering thoughtful updates that respect historic details while enhancing livability. From careful restoration to seamless additions, we provide expert guidance and precision construction tailored to Boulder’s unique historic homes.
We create artfully designed kitchens in Boulder where every detail is crafted to bring people together. Blending architectural beauty with purposeful function, our kitchen designs are tailored to your lifestyle, whether you love to entertain or prioritize everyday ease.
From initial concept and layout planning to expert construction, our team delivers seamless kitchen remodeling in Boulder with precision and care. The result is a custom kitchen that enhances connection, elevates your home, and reflects the quality and character of Boulder living.
Transform your daily routine into a sense of calm with spa-inspired bathroom design in Boulder. We create spaces that balance refined style with everyday functionality, tailored to how you live and unwind.
From premium plumbing fixtures to layered lighting and custom finishes, our team manages every detail with precision. As a trusted Boulder bathroom remodeling team, we deliver thoughtfully designed spaces that are visually striking, highly functional, and built to elevate your home.
We believe the process of transforming or creating a home should be as meaningful as the result. Whether you are planning a whole-home renovation or a ground-up build, our holistic approach ensures a seamless transition from design to construction.
PHASE 01
An owners criteria is a focused evaluation phase where we analyze your goals, needs, and priorities, along with feasibility factors, to understand what’s possible within your existing space, budget, and constraints. This process clarifies the problem, identifies limitations, and explores viable solutions. It includes meeting to define your needs, reviewing existing conditions, researching relevant building codes, and developing an early vision and corresponding budget to guide the project forward.
PHASE 02
Once we substantiate your property information and project feasibility, our creative process begins. Our designers develop initial space planning and massing, and progress them to almost-complete floor plans and elevations. Additionally, concepts for your home’s motif are explored during this phase. Our team of designers work with you to capture the vision you have for your home, while also exploring systems and the home’s utility. We complete this phase by creating our Schematic Estimate, ensuring that we stay on track financially.
PHASE 03
During this phase, our Design Team presents curated interior concepts and room themes that establish the overall look and feel of your home. Simultaneously, our Architectural Designers finalize the floor plans and elevations (if necessary)—refining layouts, confirming architectural details, and coordinating with any necessary third-party consultants, such as engineers, to ensure every element is thoughtfully planned and build-ready. Depending on the project, we may also be able to submit for building permits; However, this step requires the payment of your non-refundable construction deposit. Once we have a final understanding of your vision, as well as the requirements from third parties (like engineering), we finalize the creative design by making all interior selections and ensuring that all design elements are coordinated together. We conclude this phase by creating an updated Developed Estimate.
PHASE 04
During the bidding and estimating phase, we finalize your project scope outline, clearly defining the work to be performed. We then engage our trusted third-party trade partners in a competitive bidding process to ensure all pricing is accurate and fair. At the same time, we complete detailed material takeoffs based on the architectural and interior plans, with the goal of aligning them with the previously established allowances. Once all information is compiled, we present our comprehensive Builder Proposal at your Summit Meeting, outlining the total project cost. If needed, we conduct a Value Engineering review to ensure the project scope and selections align with your desired investment and overall value. After the final scope is approved, we execute a contract amendment incorporating the completed design and finalized budget.
PHASE 05
With all parties agreeing to the scope and budget, the plan set will be edited in order to accurately represent the scope, culminating in a complete set of Construction Documents.. If building permits haven’t been applied for yet, they will now (non-refundable construction deposit required). From there, the plans are handed off to our build team so they can familiarize themselves with the project and begin preparing the site.
PHASE 06
Time to build! During construction, our Project Managers provide full support, overseeing budget, schedule, and quality. Our Designers handle Construction Administration to ensure every detail we envisioned together comes to life. Once complete, we hand over your finished project-ready for years of enjoyment and memories.
