Architect-Led Design-Build Firm

Home Remodeling & Custom Building in Brighton/

Brighton

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 residential construction. We believe that building on the plains requires a deep respect for the elements and a vision for the future.

Comprehensive Remodeling & Construction Services

Brighton offers a rare luxury in the North Denver corridor: the freedom of the horizon. We specialize in site-specific architectural storytelling for Brighton’s premier rural estates, with a particular focus on the high-demand Todd Creek area.

Our “land-first” philosophy ensures that your home is positioned perfectly for wind mitigation, privacy, and the movement of the sun across the plains. Whether you are envisioning a sprawling custom manor on several acres or the modernization of an existing country estate, we build with an intentionality that honors the scale of the landscape. We manage the complexities of building on larger parcels, ensuring that every structure on your property feels like a cohesive part of an architecturally significant whole.

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Architect-Led Design Build

Where inspired vision meets the rigor of the build. We provide a single point of responsibility that combines architectural creation and construction management. For our Brighton clients, this means a streamlined process that handles everything from initial site orientation to the final craftsman details, ensuring your vision is never compromised by the scale of the project.

Custom Home Building

Generational homes designed to anchor your family’s legacy. We shape every architectural detail with the intention of reflecting your lifestyle and the expansive Brighton geography. From the first concept to the final reveal, we ensure your custom home is masterfully built to provide comfort and resilience against the open Colorado sky.

Rural Property & Outbuilding Integration

We understand that a Brighton estate often requires more than just a primary residence. Our team specializes in the design and construction of matching custom shops, creative studios, and guest houses. We ensure these secondary structures share the same architectural DNA as the main home, creating a unified and purposeful property layout.

Kitchen Design & Remodeling

The kitchen in an acreage home serves as a grand gathering place and a functional powerhouse. We design culinary spaces that match the scale of your home, prioritizing flow and high-end utility. Whether you are remodeling a farmhouse or building a new estate kitchen, we ensure the result is a masterfully built center for connection.

Bathroom Retreats & Renovations

Our approach to bathroom remodeling in Brighton focuses on capturing the quiet beauty of the surrounding landscape. We create oversized, spa-inspired retreats that utilize natural materials to ground the space. By managing every technical and aesthetic variable, we deliver a private sanctuary that offers a moment of serenity within your home.

Building with Intention - The Forge & Bow Process

A Purposeful Journey from Concept to Completion

The process of creating a home should be as meaningful as the final result. Whether you are planning a whole-home renovation or a ground-up build in Brighton, our holistic approach ensures a seamless transition from design to construction.

  • The Criteria Study: Setting the Foundation Every remodel or custom build begins with a Criteria Study to explore your vision and property requirements. This step provides the budget clarity and resources needed to greenlight your project with total confidence.

  • Architect-Led Precision Our architect-led approach combines design and construction management into a single point of responsibility. This strategy ensures every concept is flawlessly executed to reflect your unique lifestyle.

  • Generational Craftsmanship We create enduring spaces with intentional detail and timeless craftsmanship meant to be cherished for generations. Our approach ensures every aesthetic detail is masterfully built and enduring in character.

  • Proactive Project Management A dedicated project manager provides consistent quality control, clear scheduling, and open reporting throughout the journey. We simplify complex processes to minimize stress from initial concept to final reveal.

Award-Winning Craftsmanship as Seen In...

Local Brighton home remodels and custom homes featured in the press.

Brighton is the frontier of luxury acreage, defined by its open spaces and growing estate communities. Forge & Bow specializes in site-specific architectural storytelling for this expansive environment, from the creation of modern rural manors in Todd Creek to the high-performance modernization of legacy properties on the plains.

1/970.797 2354
120 W OLIVE STREET
SUITE 220
FORT COLLINS, COLORADO

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Every successful project begins with our Criteria Study, where we explore your vision, inspiration, and specific property requirements. At Forge & Bow, we work collaboratively to establish an initial budget only after a conceptual design is created. This ensures that your financial goals are aligned with the architectural details and craftsmanship required for your unique project, providing you with total clarity before construction begins.

Choosing an architect-led design-build firm offers a seamless, integrated solution by combining high-end design and construction management into a single point of responsibility. This approach ensures that the original architectural vision is never lost during the building process. By utilizing an agile management strategy, we integrate design concepts with construction knowledge early on, which minimizes stress, simplifies complex decisions, and results in a more cohesive, masterfully built home.

Yes. Historic renovation is a core part of our portfolio, especially in the vibrant community of Fort Collins where we were founded. We honor the legacy of historic homes by designing in accordance with the Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for the Treatment of Historic Properties. Our team is experienced in navigating local jurisdictional requirements and historic preservation committees, ensuring your home’s original character is preserved while introducing the modern functionality and durability needed for generations to come.