1999 Broadway
Denver, Colorado

Existing on the site was the Holy Ghost Church, a designated historic landmark that was heavily endowed by a prominent local benefactor. In order to preserve this popular, actively used church and develop a 42-story high-rise commercial office building on the remaining property, a sensitive, yet pragmatic, solution was required.

The solution respects the integrity of the church, works with the constraints of a tight triangular site and offers an exciting urban space for pedestrians. Facing the church, a concave wall cradles and offsets the house of worship while framing a view of the Rocky Mountains. Facing away from the church, a corner wall presents a crisp, clean shape to the city's central business district. This corner, anchored by its gleaming stainless steel column, terminates a visual axis along Broadway.
 
 
     
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