Multifamily & Commercial Renovation Contractor
Forefront Renovations elevates multifamily and commercial properties across Colorado’s Front Range with practical solutions, transparent processes, and consistent results. We focus on value-add multifamily renovations and targeted capital and tenant improvement projects that maximize asset performance and long-term value.
$8.5M+
Projects Completed
320+
Units Renovated
$1.4M
Largest Project
20-300
Unit Programs
BUILT FOR THE PEOPLE WHO OWN THE NUMBERS.
ASSET MANAGERS
Renovation programs built around your business plan and rent targets, with live reporting so you always know where budget and schedule stand.
OWNERSHIP & INVESTMENT GROUPS
Value-add unit renovations and CapEx projects that protect returns, with transparent pricing from first bid to final invoice.
ACQUISITIONS TEAMS
Quick, detailed ROMs and site walks during due diligence, so you can underwrite renovation costs with confidence before you close.
CONSTRUCTION & CAPITAL PROJECTS LEADERS
An on-site GC partner that coordinates every trade, keeps resident disruption low, and hits the dates ownership cares about.
Our Core Services
Apartment Renovations
Capital Improvements
Tenant Improvements
Modern interior upgrades for Class B, C, and D value-add apartments, aligning each unit with current market trends to support rent growth and long-term asset performance.
Large-scale community renovations that enhance both interior and exterior spaces, elevating curb appeal, resident experience, and long-term asset value.
Commercial build-outs and modifications tailored to your business needs, including change of use, layout reconfigurations, cosmetic enhancements, and regulatory compliance.
Featured Projects
Office Wing Tenant Improvement
Sienna Apartments & Native Townhomes
Student Housing Clubhouse Repositioning
$1.4M total project · Lone Tree, CO
$1.2M · 56 units · Wheat Ridge, CO
$900K total project · Boulder, CO
Full build-out of an office wing: reception, eight private offices, two conference rooms, a staff kitchen, and a lounge with a full bath. Layout, MEP and finishes were all done under one GC.
Full renovation of a 1950s community: plumbing, HVAC, and electrical brought up to code, plus in-unit washer/dryers, new windows, flooring and finishes throughout.
Turned an unused space into a leasing office and student lounge with study booths, a kitchenette and custom millwork, metalwork and lighting.
Precision in Practice. Transparency in Action.
Transparent Communication
We believe in clear reporting from start to finish. Every project has a live Google Drive client folder with progress photos, scopes, change orders, and invoices so owners can track work on their own time. Our project managers are on site with the crews every day—not stuck in an office—so when clients call, they get straight answers, fast.
Built Around Your Project Priorities
We know every project has to balance speed, quality, and cost, and we don’t pretend you can have all three. We focus on what we do best—multifamily renovations, capital projects, and tenant improvements—then build the right team, plan, and scope around each client’s priorities to deliver the level of finish that fits the budget and goals.
Reliable Scheduling
We know reliable schedules only work when specialized trade professionals know how to work together. Our crews are used to working side by side and around each other, so each trade can complete its scope efficiently, keeping projects moving, minimizing downtime, and hitting the dates that matter most to ownership and residents.
What Our Clients Say
"As an asset manager, I've worked with a lot of contractors over the years, and Forefront Renovations has been one of the easier teams to work with. They completed several unit renovations for us and did a great job balancing quality with budget. We also had them add in-unit laundry to a number of units, which has been a big win with residents. Their team stayed on schedule, kept us informed, and delivered a product that helped us increase rents and improve the overall appeal of the property."
— Ryan W, Director of Construction - West
“Forefront Renovations specializes in efficient multifamily apartment turns across the Front Range. Having personally worked with them, I can confirm they are a top-notch resource with vetted professionals who keep project costs low. They consistently deliver high-quality work and are an invaluable partner for any renovation needs.”
— JAYSON O, REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS – CENTRAL
“Forefront Renovations brought exceptional transparency to our 77-unit project by locking in vendor pricing for six months to prevent unexpected cost increases. They provide complete honesty and diligently research multiple subcontractors to ensure every estimate is accurate and fair. We truly appreciate their hard work and ability to navigate construction challenges with practical solutions.”
— NIKKI T, ASSET MANAGER
The Owners Who Keep Calling Us Back.
AS FEATURED IN COLORADOBIZ
Building Community From the Ground Up
Leslie Donahue (Kinson) founded Forefront Renovations in 2022 after years inside a general contracting firm, first in marketing and later running its multifamily department. She saw firsthand where projects lost time and money, and built Forefront around structure, transparency and trusted trade partners. ColoradoBiz featured Forefront’s work across multifamily, student housing and tenant improvements, along with our $50,000 Progressive Insurance small-business grant.
