The kitchen is the center of the residential experience, a place where culinary artistry meets the rhythm of daily life. For homeowners in Fort Collins, Windsor, and across the Front Range, a kitchen remodel is an opportunity to harmonize high-performance function with timeless design. At Forge & Bow, we move beyond the standard renovation to deliver a fully tailored experience where thoughtful design and quality construction converge. Our integrated approach ensures that every architectural detail, from the flow of natural light to the placement of custom cabinetry, is shaped with intention and precision. By collaborating closely with you from the earliest stages of pre-construction, we create a kitchen that is not only masterfully built but remains a deeply personal reflection of your individuality.
Whether reimagining an existing footprint or expanding your home’s envelope, every kitchen deserves the rigor of architectural design and the mastery of expert craftsmanship. We specialize in full-service kitchen transformations that balance sophisticated aesthetics with the practical demands of daily life.
We approach every project as a custom build, treating the heart of your home with the precision of a high-performance environment. Our process reconfigures layouts to eliminate friction, enhance flow, and create spaces that inspire creativity and connection — a lasting reflection of form, function, and enduring craftsmanship.
Reconfiguring layouts to eliminate friction, designing intuitive work triangles and social zones tailored to your lifestyle.
Specifying premium stone, handmade tile, and custom finishes built to endure, complemented by a layered lighting plan that highlights architectural detail and task-oriented precision.
Handcrafted, furniture-grade solutions in premium hardwoods that maximize every square inch while maintaining a clean, sophisticated aesthetic.
Seamlessly blending high-end appliances into custom cabinetry for a cohesive, timeless look that reflects our commitment to generational building.
Sometimes the perfect kitchen requires changing the very structure of your home. Our architect-led team manages the complexities of removing walls, relocating plumbing, or adding square footage.
Creating a seamless flow between the kitchen, dining, and living
Managing all permitting and engineering to ensure your home’s heritage is protected.
Enlarging windows or adding skylights to invite the Colorado landscape into your home.
PHASE 01
The first step is to reach out and share your vision with us. From there, we’ll schedule a complimentary discovery consultation tailored to your project. During this on-site meeting, members of our team will walk your property with you, taking the time to understand your goals, aspirations, and the unique character of your space. We’ll discuss your ideas, explore opportunities, answer important questions, and offer thoughtful guidance informed by years of experience. Our discovery consultation is designed to bring clarity to the process, helping transform inspiration into a well-defined plan. By the end of our meeting, you’ll have a deeper understanding of the possibilities and a clear path forward toward creating an outdoor environment that is both timeless and distinctly your own.
PHASE 02
Following your discovery consultation, our team will establish an initial project budget based on the anticipated scope, your goals, our extensive design-build experience, and historical data from similar projects. This preliminary proposal is intended to provide a strategic framework for your investment rather than serve as a final design and construction budget.
As the design process progresses and additional project details are defined, we refine the budget with greater accuracy and clarity. Our team carefully evaluates design opportunities, material selections, and project priorities while staying aligned with your vision and investment goals. Through ongoing cost analysis and transparent communication, we ensure you have a clear understanding of your project’s financial direction at every stage. Our goal is to create a collaborative process built on trust, providing the insight and information needed to make confident decisions from initial concept through construction.
PHASE 03
Once your proposal and contract are signed, we begin the Owner’s Criteria & Schematic Design phase. During this stage, we work closely with you to define your goals, priorities, budget, and project requirements while evaluating your property’s existing conditions, feasibility, and applicable building codes. Through site measurements and thoughtful planning, we establish a clear understanding of both the opportunities and constraints that will shape the design. With this foundation in place, our design team develops preliminary floor plans, elevations, space planning, and architectural concepts that bring your vision to life while considering functionality, building systems, and long-term livability. At the conclusion of this phase, we prepare a Schematic Estimate, providing a refined understanding of the project’s investment and ensuring alignment between the design and your budget.
PHASE 04
During the Design Development phase, our team refines every aspect of your project. We present curated interior concepts and material selections while finalizing floor plans, elevations, and architectural details. We also coordinate with engineers and other consultants as needed to ensure the design is cohesive, technically sound, and ready for construction.
At the same time, we prepare and submit all required documentation for permitting and jurisdictional approvals. If Historic District or Zoning reviews are required, additional meetings and services may be billed separately. This phase concludes with an updated Developed Estimate that reflects the refined design. Once approved, we move confidently into the final construction documentation phase.
PHASE 05
During the Construction Documents & Bidding phase, we finalize your project scope, obtain competitive pricing from our trusted trade partners, and complete detailed material takeoffs to produce a comprehensive Builder Proposal. At your Summit Meeting, we review the finalized design, project investment, and, if necessary, identify value engineering opportunities to align the project with your budget. Once approved, we execute a contract amendment reflecting the finalized scope and investment. We then complete the Construction Documents, ensuring every detail accurately represents the approved design. Your project is formally transitioned to our construction team, and you’ll be introduced to your dedicated Project Manager, who will oversee the build and serve as your primary point of contact throughout construction.
PHASE 06
Construction is where your vision becomes reality. Your dedicated Project Manager oversees the budget, schedule, and quality of the build, managing only a limited number of projects to ensure exceptional attention and service. Our design team provides ongoing construction administration to ensure every detail is executed as intended, while our coordinators, accounting team, and leadership provide behind-the-scenes support throughout the process. As construction nears completion, we conduct a Substantial Completion walkthrough to identify any remaining punch list items. Once those final details are addressed, we proudly deliver a finished home crafted for lasting enjoyment and years of memorable living.
Forge & Bow was founded by licensed architect Jordan Obermann and interior designer Annie Obermann and has been recognized by Forbes for our distinctive approach to architect-led design-build across Northern Colorado. press.
Forge & Bow is headquartered in Fort Collins at 120 W. Olive Street. Our luxury design-build projects span Fort Collins, Loveland, Windsor, Timnath, and the greater Front Range. If you are seeking a team that manages every architectural and interior detail with intention and precision, we welcome the invitation to discuss your vision.
Our kitchen service offerings include Interior, Pre-Construction, and Construction Project Management. For a detailed breakdown, see below:
We approach every project by seeking a strong connection between the architecture and the interiors, ensuring that our design concepts complement the home’s architectural style. That said, incorporating contrasting or unexpected design elements is always possible. Collaborating with our designers provides clarity and direction, helping you achieve a timeless design that reflects your personality, balances energy, and maintains longevity of style.
Additionally, our team can serve as your dedicated interior design partner, ensuring your new build is cohesive from the architectural vision to the final lived-in details.
Project schedules are determined by the scope of work and how different areas of the home relate to one another. As a general guideline, a typical kitchen renovation may take 1-3 months for design depending on complexity and adjacencies, then an additional 2-6 months for construction. You will receive a customized schedule tailored specifically to your project’s scope and site conditions.
During the design process, we gather details about your project, lifestyle, and goals. An initial budget is developed after the conceptual design is created, with your active input guiding the process. Once the architectural and interior designs are finalized, we can establish a final, accurate budget.It’s important to understand that project costs cannot be determined until we have a full understanding of your design and all its details.
