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Page 32 - February 1-14, 2023 www.crej.com Construction, Design & Engineering by Kris Oppermann Stern W.E. O’Neil broke ground on Arden Englewood Apart- ments, Fifield Cos.’ 302-unit, transit-oriented multifamily community at 3615 S. Jason St. in Englewood. Scheduled for completion in 2024, the four-story building represents the redevelopment of the former Sports Author- ity headquarters parking lot, which has been vacant since 2016 and was most recently used for recreation vehicle stor- age. “Englewood is one of the most connected communities in the Denver area and has been experiencing significant growth in terms of new jobs and new residents, yet mul- tifamily development, espe- cially for upscale apartments like those we are bringing with Arden Englewood, has lagged,” said Erin Spears, pres- ident of Fifield Cos. Arden Englewood meets sev- eral objectives of the Engle- wood City Council’s Vision and Strategic Plan to provide additional housing near down- town Englewood and will be part of the Regional Transpor- tation District light-rail transit system connecting Denver’s suburbs to the downtown city center. The project was designed by KTGY, with interiors by Studio 10. “We were inspired by the location,” said Craig Pryde, KTGY principal. “This site is on the southern portion of downtown Englewood with unimpeded views of the Rocky Mountains. Our design max- imizes resident views to the north, west and south. Beyond the views, the design comple- ments other recent develop- ments in the area and features an earth-tone material pallet of stone and fiber cement panels,” he said. “There is a nice mix- ture of open space and density in the surrounding area and we wanted the building to fit in with that vernacular. “This special development will deliver on Denver’s strate- gic plan and help provide high- quality apartments for profes- sionals and families seeking an exceptional quality of life – both in caliber of their space and in the ease of access to mass transit.” What will residents most appreciate about the design? The location, according to Pryde, which is “the hallmark of all good development. The developer, Fifield Real Estate has really gone above and beyond to make this an out- standing residential commu- nity.” Residents will be attracted to this building for the views of the Rocky Mountains and the amenities it offers, accord- ing to Pryde. “A large inte- rior courtyard with pool area and clubhouse gives residents a feeling of exclusivity, while also creating a community for the residents. Ample parking is also provided in the interior parking structure that is com- pletely screened from resident or neighborhood views.” By pulling back from the main street, KTGY created an internal pathway that breaks up the façade and reveals the entry into the amenity space, which will feature a fitness cen- ter with yoga studio. Addition- al amenities include a business center, clubhouse, multiple courtyards, a swimming pool and rooftop deck. The struc- ture’s design encloses the 444- stall parking garage and cre- ates two interior courtyards. Its circular drive entry and off-site improvements, including traf- fic-calming measures, improve the vehicular experience along Jason Street. Arden Englewood will offer studio, one-, two- and three- bedroom apartments, ranging from 570 to 1,550 square feet and featuring finishes such as quartz countertops, soft-close cabinetry and stainless steel appliances in the open-plan kitchens; spa baths; custom closet organizers; and in-unit laundry. Nearly all apartments will include balconies. Taking inspiration from the area’s proximity to the moun- tains and rising appeal of indoor-outdoor connections among renters, amenities at Arden Englewood will include a rooftop lounge and deck with views of the Rocky Mountains, resort-style pool featuring a “baja shelf” with lounge chairs, hot tub with year-round access, yoga garden and a party room “pagoda” that faces the pool. The building creates addi- tional housing in an area sur- rounded by warehouses and retail, with easy access to downtown Denver via two nearby light-rail stations. As part of the development, Fifield Cos. is contributing to the planned Rail Trail that will run along the west side of the building, as well as a cyclist and pedestrian bridge that will extend over Hampden Avenue, allowing for easy access to the Englewood RTD station. Norris Design is the land- scape architect. s Fifield Cos. breaks ground on Arden Englewood Apartments in Denver suburb The development team for One River North recently celebrated the building’s topping out. The principal developers of One River North include The Max Collaborative, Uplands Real Estate Partners, Wynne Yasmer Real Estate and Zakhem Real Estate Group. MAD and Davis Partnership are the lead architects for the project, while Saunders is serving as the general contractor. Kairoi Residential is the building’s property One River North team tops out one of Denver’s most interesting buildings University of Denver Sturm College of Law and Vertex developed a new master’s program titled Master of Legal Studies in Forensic Engineering. The program will present graduate students with the opportunity to gain valuable insights by interacting with lawyers, helping collect evidence and depositions, or assuming the roles of expert witnesses. The program is suitable for professionals who are already in or seeking to transition to the fields of forensic and/or dispute resolution. The program is designed as a graduate program for driven construction and engineering professionals who do not want to practice law but who wish to expand their knowledge and expertise into areas centered around construction law, forensics, the legal system and legal reasoning. The program is also available to Denver Law’s Juris Doctor and Master of Laws students. The courses within the new MLS program will be taught by a group of experts: The law school’s own faculty members, The Vertex Cos.’ construction and engineering expert witnesses, fellow industry professionals, as well as attorneys with hands- on experience and active involvement in construction claim matters. “We are exceptionally pleased with our partnership with the University of Denver and our active involvement in launching the Master of Legal Studies in Forensic Engineering, the first of its kind,” said Vertex’s CEO Bill McConnell. Dr. Russell Fitzpatrick, who spent two decades at the head of the company’s environmental consultancy operations in MexicoandCanadaasexecutive vice president, has a new role as Vertex’s chief learning officer. Lately, Fitzpatrick has been laser-focused on developing Vertex’s Lifetime of Learning Program, part of the company’s comprehensive Talent Management Program. s Vertex, DU Sturm College of Law launch master’s program Arden Englewood Apartments, a transit-oriented development, will bring 302 upscale apartments to Englewood. The defining characteristic of One River North is the 10-story landscaped canyon that is carved into the building’s 16-story façade. Please see River North, Page 33 ‘This special development will deliver on Denver’s strategic plan.’ - Craig Pryde, KTGY