THE VI @ HIGHLANDS RANCH

3645 S Dallas St, Aurora, Colorado 80014

A complete transformation of a 1,600-square-foot independent living cottage at The Vi at Highlands Ranch. Featuring an open-concept main floor, a fully remodeled kitchen and bathrooms, and a refreshed finished basement, this renovation created a bright, modern home personalized to the needs and preferences of its next resident.

Independent living should offer the comfort and freedom of home, with spaces that reflect the people who live in them. At The Vi at Highlands Ranch, Two Twenty Grit completed a full renovation of a two-story, approximately 1,600-square-foot independent living cottage, transforming its traditional layout into a refreshed, open-concept home ready for its next resident.

The renovation touched nearly every area of the cottage, including the kitchen, bathrooms, main living areas, and finished basement. The result was a cohesive, updated home with a more functional layout, brighter living spaces, and finishes selected by the incoming resident.

Reimagining the Living Space

One of the most significant improvements was opening up the main floor by connecting the kitchen, dining room, and den. Before making changes, the existing structure was evaluated to confirm that the desired layout could be achieved without major structural modifications.

With the layout established, the kitchen received new Waypoint cabinetry, quartz countertops, and a coordinating backsplash. Together, these updates helped create a more modern kitchen that flows naturally into the surrounding living spaces.

The bathrooms were also fully refreshed with new Waypoint vanities, updated lighting, shower glass, tile, plumbing fixtures, and toilets. New flooring throughout the cottage tied the improvements together and gave the home a consistent, updated feel.

Bringing New Life to the Basement

The finished basement received its own transformation. Several walls were removed to create a more open layout, while a new closet added practical storage. New flooring, lighting, and fresh paint helped brighten the space and make it feel like a natural extension of the home.

Personalized From the Start

What made this project especially unique was the opportunity for the incoming resident to select the fixtures and finishes before construction began. Because the resident had already signed an agreement for the cottage, the renovation could be tailored to their preferences rather than relying on a standard finish package.

That approach helped create a home that feels personal and thoughtfully finished, while delivering the quality and functionality expected in an independent living community.

A Fresh Start at The Vi

The completed renovation transformed a traditional cottage into a refreshed, open-concept home with updated finishes throughout. From the reconfigured main floor to the completely remodeled basement, every major living area was considered as part of the larger transformation.

For senior living communities, well-planned renovations are an opportunity to create homes that meet the expectations of today's residents. Two Twenty Grit brings the planning, coordination, and craftsmanship needed to turn those improvements into spaces people are excited to call home.