Larimer Square Historic District

The non-historic arcade created in the late 1960's by demolishing the historic store fronts was abandoned and new storefronts, compatible with the historic district, were installed. Not only did this restore the historic relationship of the storefront to the sidewalk and street, retail square footage was increased.

Larimer Square Revitalization & Master Plan
Buildings Magazine Renovation Awards, Honorable Mention, Modernization Restoration, 1990; AIA Colorado, Merit Award, 1990; AIA Western Mountain Region, Citation Award, 1990; Historic Denver Annual Awards, Honor Award, 1989
2016 ASLA Colorado Honor Award for Landmark

Project completed while designer and project manager at SBD. Photography: Andrew Kramer