Populous Leads Vision for $1 Billion Cascadia Falls Entertainment District in Greeley

Submitted by Matthew Breest, Populous

The team at Populous are helping shape one of Northern Colorado’s most ambitious mixed-use developments. For the past 24 months, Populous has been leading the master planning and design of Cascadia Falls, a $1 billion entertainment district backed by The Water Valley Company and the City of Greeley.

Denver NWSL Breaks Records and Reveals Plans for First-Ever Women’s Pro Soccer Stadium in Colorado

Submitted by Matthew Breest, Populous

Populous shared recent media coverage highlighting exciting progress in professional women’s sports infrastructure. Populous is leading the stadium design for Denver’s National Women’s Soccer League (NWSL) expansion team, which has already made headlines with record-breaking community support and bold development plans.

From Deadline to Delivery: Weitz Delivers Award-Winning Skyline at Highlands

Submitted by Kathy Jo Fyten, The Weitz Company

In May 2021, Grand Peaks approached Weitz to evaluate pricing for a development they planned to acquire. As both companies engaged in preconstruction efforts, it quickly became evident that Weitz would be the builder should the project move forward. A critical milestone had to be met to align with the City of Denver’s permitting deadlines: construction needed to begin, with foundations poured, by October 31, 2021. Achieving this in under five months for a project of this scale was a remarkable preconstruction feat.

Brinkmann Delivers Multifamily and Affordable Housing Projects Across Colorado

Submitted by Megan Hill, Brinkmann Constructors

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i2 Construction Delivers Pet-Centric Destination at Skiptown Denver

Submitted by Hayleigh DeLoach, Published March 2025 

Parker, CO - Skiptown in RiNo, Denver, is a dynamic, multi-functional pet facility designed as a "Disney World for Dogs." Partnering with Kestrel Design Group and Strata Project Management, i2 Construction transformed a 50,000 SF former artillery storage warehouse at York Street Yards into a premier pet-friendly destination. 

25 Years Strong: i2 Construction Marks a Milestone

Submitted by Hayleigh DeLoach, Published March 2025 

Construction is one of the oldest industries in existence, but even it continues to evolve to meet the growing demand of our changing communities. We continue to see larger, more complex projects redefine our industry’s practices and standards. These advanced projects require construction companies to evaluate their traditional methods and tools to ensure they are still meeting safety and productivity standards while tackling monumental builds. 

The Weitz Company values safety above all else and the Weitz safety team is constantly looking for new methods and technology to ensure its jobsites are the safest sites possible. One of the most recent and promising innovations in this space is the Pillar Smart Sensors, a technology designed to enhance safety, protect critical equipment, and improve project outcomes. 

First Catholic High School To Be Built In Northern Colorado

Submitted May 2024, Published December 2024

JOHNSTOWN, COLORADO — A new chapter in educational development is unfolding in Northern Colorado with the construction of the St. John Paul II Catholic High School. This landmark initiative marks the first Catholic high school to be established in the region since 1958, offering a unique blend of traditional values and modern educational practices.

Deer Creek Commerce Center Marks Milestone in Littleton’s Industrial Development

Submitted May 2024, Published December 2024

Acquired by Confluent Development in 2022, Deer Creek Commerce Center is poised to become a premier destination for businesses seeking Class A industrial space in the Littleton area, offering 175,000 square feet of space between two buildings. Strategically situated at a prime location, the project will offer a range of suite sizes accommodating users from 20,000 square feet to 175,000 square feet. Notable features include ESFR sprinklers, 28-foot clear heights and two buildings designed to deliver unmatched visibility along the southwest 470 corridor.

Elevating Hospitality: The Unveiling of a World Class Holiday Inn Express in Hilton Head

Submitted May 2024, Published December 2024

Nestled along the iconic coastline of Hilton Head, South Carolina, the Holiday Inn Express is poised to undergo a transformative revitalization, the ownership group at Passiveinvesting.com LLC. is working closely with Intercontinental Hotel Group (IHG) who are known for their 19 hotel brands and over 6,000 hotel destinations with award winning design standards. Denver based Fitzmartin Consulting  is coordinating the design and construction on this this historic transformation. This ambitious endeavor not only seeks to meet IHG's exacting standards but also elevate the guest experience to unprecedented heights, redefining luxury hospitality on the island.

Guardian RV Storage Meets Indiana's Growing Demand

Submitted May 2024, Published December 2024

In response to the surging popularity of the RV lifestyle, Passiveinvesting.com LLC., identified a pressing need to expand RV storage facilities for their clientele in Indiana. Enter Guardian RV Storage, strategically located at 6425 Olivia Lane in Indianapolis, currently undergoing a doubling of its storage capacity to better serve its esteemed clientele. As this expansion unfolds, Denver based Fitzmartin Consulting  is providing representation for coordination of design and construction services, ensuring seamless execution of the project.

Urban Villages To Open Populus, the Country’s First Carbon Positive Hotel, in Denver This Summer

Submitted February 2024, Published March 2024

DENVER – Urban Villages, a leading real estate developer and environmental steward, is pleased to announce that Populus, the first carbon positive hotel in the United States, will open in Denver in Summer 2024. Managed by Aparium Hotel Group and constructed by The Beck Group, the 265-room hotel will feature a distinctive Aspen tree-inspired design by architecture and urban design practice Studio Gang, a ground floor restaurant, flexible event spaces, a coffee bar, and a signature rooftop bar and restaurant offering unobstructed views of the mountains, city skyline, and Civic Center Park. Upon opening, it will serve both as an architectural landmark for the Mountain West as well as a new milestone for the future of sustainable travel.