Guides
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Read more: Introducing the Modern Alpine 2025
Introducing the Modern Alpine 2025
by Michael Romanowicz
Dear DEN Community,I'm thrilled to share our latest creation with you. For 2025, we've reimagined one of our most beloved designs – the Modern Alpi...Read more -
Read more: Introducing the Outpost Medium
Introducing the Outpost Medium
by Michael Romanowicz
Hello, I'm Mike, the founder of Den, and I'm thrilled to introduce the Outpost Medium. This beautiful building is the culmination of four years ...Read more -
Read more: How Should You Finance Your Build?
How Should You Finance Your Build?
by Michael Romanowicz
Financing the construction of your new home is a big decision. Should you dip into your savings, take out a loan, or secure a mortgage? We’ve done ...Read more -
Read more: How You Can Budget for Building a House
How You Can Budget for Building a House
by Michael Romanowicz
Embarking on the journey to build your own home is exciting… and overwhelming. One of the first and most crucial steps is figuring out your total b...Read more -
Read more: How to Choose Where to Build
How to Choose Where to Build
by Michael Romanowicz
Choosing the perfect location to build a home isn’t easy. The romantic vision of stumbling upon the perfect view and deciding to make an offer on ...Read more -
Read more: How Kamaria's DEN STR Went Cashflow Positive in Month 1
How Kamaria's DEN STR Went Cashflow Positive in Month 1
by Michael Romanowicz
Kamaria's side-hustle Meet Kamaria, an engineer from Austin, Texas, who turned a side hustle into reality with a stunning A-frame cabin just out...Read more -
Read more: Customer Interview: Hear Philip H Discuss the Process of Building an Outpost Plus
Customer Interview: Hear Philip H Discuss the Process of Building an Outpost Plus
by Michael Romanowicz
We’re excited to share an exclusive interview with Philip, a passionate nature lover building his dream Den Outpost Plus in the serene wilderness o...Read more -
Read more: Best Ways to Save Money When Building Your Dream Custom Home
Best Ways to Save Money When Building Your Dream Custom Home
by Michael Romanowicz
Are you ready to embark on the exciting journey of home building? Creating your dream home through a custom home design process is thrilling, but i...Read more -
Read more: 2 Years of Planning and Building in the Poconos | DEN Customer Builds
2 Years of Planning and Building in the Poconos | DEN Customer Builds
by Michael Romanowicz
Erik S started his planning to build his Modern Alpine Plus, currently under construction in the Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, over 2 years ago...Read more -
Read more: How Long Does it Take to Build a Cabin or House?
How Long Does it Take to Build a Cabin or House?
by Nathaniel Taylor
The home building process is an exciting journey that allows homeowners to create a personalized living space tailored to their needs. Whether you're constructing a cozy cabin in the woods or a custom home in the suburbs, one of the most common questions potential homebuyers ask is, "What's the time frame for building a new house?" This comprehensive guide will explore the various factors that influence construction timelines, provide estimates for different types of builds, and offer insights on how to streamline the home construction process.Read more -
Read more: Building a Peaceful Retreat in Northern Wisconsin: Thoughtful Design for Short-Term Rentals
Building a Peaceful Retreat in Northern Wisconsin: Thoughtful Design for Short-Term Rentals
by Nathaniel Taylor
DEN customer Philip H. is doing more than developing a short term rental. He’s creating something with real intent—a retreat designed to offer peace to its visitors and generate income as a short-term rental.Read more -
Read more: The Benefits and Setbacks of Prefabricated House Kits
The Benefits and Setbacks of Prefabricated House Kits
by Michael Romanowicz
Should you purchase plans and stick to traditional construction or a go with a prefab cabin kit? Besides choosing a design, building team, and mat...Read more