Backyard office & studio pods · Denver, Colorado
A space that's all yours, steps from your back door.
Your office, studio, library or just a quiet retreat.
Designed around how you live, with fully finished, insulated interiors. Sized to skip the full building permit in many Colorado jurisdictions, and finished in weeks.
Create your own haven.
Premium craftsmanship
Cedar, black steel trim. Real materials, real finishes.
Effortless process
You make the decisions. We make the phone calls.
Built in weeks
Sized to skip the full building permit in many Colorado jurisdictions.
Real value
Designed to add lasting value to your property.
Our story
Crafting space for what matters most.
At Haven Spaces, we believe you shouldn't have to endure months of costly, disruptive home renovations just to gain the breathing room your family needs. Based in Colorado, we design and build premium, 200-square-foot customizable structures that expand your lifestyle right in your backyard, without months of costly construction or drawn-out builds.
Where it all began
The original Haven Space wasn't built in a factory. It was built from the heart.
When master carpenter and craftsman Dave Porter (semi) retired, he set out to build a personal retreat on his Evergreen mountain property: a dedicated home office flanked by a deck and hot tub, where he could unwind with his wife in the evenings, take in the rugged Colorado scenery, and host his visiting kids and grandkids.
Watching how that single space transformed his father's everyday life, Dave's son, Luke Porter, saw something extraordinary. With a background in sales and marketing and a lifelong entrepreneurial drive, Luke recognized that homeowners everywhere were feeling cramped, yet the only traditional solutions were expensive additions, stressful contractor timelines, or complex zoning battles.
Luke realized that a thoughtfully designed, permit-friendly 200-square-foot footprint could unlock limitless possibilities for modern homeowners. Out of that vision, Haven Spaces was born.
Versatile by design
Whether you need a quiet executive home office, an inspiring art studio, a dedicated gym or yoga sanctuary, a vibrant playroom for the kids, or an entertaining pool house with room for your own hot tub, our spaces adapt to your life.
“More and more people are realizing that it's no longer necessary to take on massive, budget-breaking remodels to get the space they need. Whether you want a place to unwind, an area for the kids to hang out, a guest suite, or a creative haven for music, art, and fitness, the possibilities are truly endless.”
Built on heritage & craftsmanship
Haven Spaces is proudly family-owned, and every space is designed and built in Colorado. We pair modern architectural lines with generational craftsmanship, bringing the same precision and care Dave put into his original mountain retreat into every single space we deliver.
Permit-friendly ease
Sized to skip the full building permit in many Colorado jurisdictions. We confirm the rules for your address and file whatever paperwork applies.
Master craftsmanship
Built with premium materials designed to withstand the elements while looking stunning year-round.
Affordable luxury
Expand your living space with a smaller footprint, at a fraction of the cost of a traditional home addition.
“I am passionate about building a family-owned business, designed and built in Colorado, that delivers master-level craftsmanship with a modern aesthetic, a smaller footprint, and an approachable price tag.”
Find your haven
One pod. Whatever you need it to be.
A door that closes. Light that's yours. A room that's there when you need it, for work, rest, or the things you keep putting off. Find your peace.
Home office
Real separation between work and home, 40 steps away.
Reading room
A quiet escape with a view of the garden.
Yoga & wellness studio
A calm, light-filled place for your daily practice.
Creative studio
Paint, sew, or make a mess without clearing the table.
Sleepover bunks
Room for the kids' friends and visiting family.
Sleeping uses may require additional permits; we’ll tell you what applies.
Quiet retreat
Coffee, a journal, and an hour that's only yours.
Podcast & content studio
Quiet, controlled sound for recording and calls.
Home gym
Train on your schedule, any season.
How it works
Design, paperwork, install. We carry all of it.
Design
We walk your yard with you, talk through how you'll use the space, and design a pod that fits both.
Approve
Sized to skip the full building permit in many Colorado jurisdictions. We confirm the rules for your address and file whatever paperwork applies.
Install
Our crew builds and finishes it. One point of contact from first sketch to final walkthrough.
Fire-safe by design
Built for Colorado: fire safety first
If your property sits in a wildfire-prone area, your backyard office may have to meet Colorado’s fire-safe building standards. These include the statewide Colorado Wildfire Resiliency Code and any rules your city or county adds on top. Requirements vary by location. They can cover ignition-resistant siding and roofing, ember-resistant vents, tempered glass, and clearance from trees and other structures. We handle all of it. We check which rules apply to your address, choose materials that meet them, and put it all into your permit plans from day one.
Where we build
Serving 17 Colorado counties.
From the Denver metro to the high country, we know the zoning, permitting and fire-safety rules where you live.
Front Range & Denver metro
Denver · Adams · Arapahoe · Broomfield · Boulder · Douglas · El Paso · Jefferson · Larimer · Morgan · Weld
Including Denver, Aurora, Lakewood, Littleton, Highlands Ranch, Castle Rock, Golden, Boulder, Longmont, Westminster, Fort Collins, Loveland, Greeley, Fort Morgan and Colorado Springs.
Mountain communities
Clear Creek · Eagle · Gilpin · Park · Pitkin · Summit
Including Evergreen, Conifer, Bailey, Idaho Springs, Black Hawk, Breckenridge, Frisco, Vail, Avon, Aspen and Snowmass. Building in wildfire country? See how we handle fire safety.
Not sure if you're in our area? Call 720.806.0601 or send us your ZIP code.
Design your haven the way you want.
Common questions
How much does a backyard pod cost?
Pods start at $24,959. That includes design, the fully finished and insulated pod, delivery and installation, and your permit paperwork. Decks are available as an add-on, quoted after we see your yard. Site prep and electrical hookup are not included and are handled by your own contractors. Class A fire-rated roofing and non-combustible exterior materials available.
Do I need a permit for a backyard pod?
In Denver, pods 200 sq ft or less and no taller than 8 ft skip the full building permit. Rules vary in other counties, so we confirm what applies to your address. A quick zoning permit still applies, and we file it for you. If you add power, your licensed electrician pulls the electrical permit.
How involved do I need to be?
As much or as little as you like. You choose the model and finish (paint color, swinging or sliding doors, etc...). We handle the design details, paperwork, crew, and scheduling.
Can I use it year-round?
Yes. Every pod is fully insulated and built for Colorado winters, featuring integrated lighting and climate control. Pre-wired and ready for a permanent electrical hookup by a licensed electrician, which we can help coordinate.
Find your haven.
Tell us about your yard. We'll come back with a design direction and a clear price.