Bill Amundson unveiling at SPIRE Denver December 2009

On December 17, 2009, the Denver Theatre District’s Art Salon was held at SPIRE to celebrate the unveiling of renowned artist Bill Amundson’s commissioned work for the Theatre District’s new Outdoor Art Gallery.

Members of the Denver Theatre District and local artists gathered at SPIRE to view the work of Mr. Amundson and to be present for the unveiling of what will be displayed on a large scale streetscape at 14th and Arapahoe for all the city to see for a six month time period.  The piece titled “It’s Alive” kicks off the Theater District’s Outdoor Art Gallery.  The Gallery is focused on giving exposure to the Arts throughout the downtown Denver area (all around SPIRE) with art pieces, street scapes, and LED signs.

Here are a few tidbits from denverarts.org

About The Denver Theatre District Art Gallery

The large-scale canvasses will be coupled with exposure on the three to five LED screens installed throughout the Denver Theatre District. These LEDs will range in size from 16-by-9 feet to 20-by-60 feet, and exposure time will likely range from short-form promotional pieces to long-form video art exhibits.

The Theatre District anticipates a build-out of 30 to 50 sign faces over the next few years. These signs will be primary commercial in nature, but through efforts like the outdoor gallery, the Denver Theatre District will help create an unprecedented “sign massing” combining art based and commercial pieces.

The second phase of the arts presentation in 2010 will include free electronic messaging on one of five LED screens to be installed. These multi-media screens will be located as follows:
• The Colorado Convention Center
• The Denver Performing Arts Complex
• The 16th Street Mall
• Other key locations within Denver Theatre District

For our residents at SPIRE, it means living in the midst of an engaging and evolving art district.  SPIRE is a supporter of these and many other art venues and we invite you to visit our SPIRE Sales Center to  learn about SPIRE residences and other exciting developments taking place in the heart of downtown Denver.  See more photos from the event on our Facebook page.  Our special thanks again to Bill Amundson for sharing his creative mind and words with all of us, and to everyone who joined us for this special event.

SPIRE Sales Center
890 14th Street
Denver, CO  80202
720.457.7550
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Denver Theatre District SPIRE Event

Denver Theatre District SPIRE Event

Denver Theatre District SPIRE Event

Denver Theatre District SPIRE Event

Happy Holidays from SPIRE

Looking for something fun to do this holiday season. The lifestyle of downtown living offers something for everyone, and here are just a few.

Denver Holiday Events

November 27th – January 24th
LoDo Aglow
Lower Downtown

December 16th – January 3rd
Trail of Lights & Blossoms of Lights
Denver Botanic Gardens

December 20th
Bike Denver Winter Solstice Ride
City Park

Through December 26th
A Christmas Carol
DCPA

Through December 27th
The Nutcracker
Colorado Ballet

Starting December 27th
Rio Grande Ski Train Reopens
Departing Union Station

December 31st, 2009
25th Anniversary Resolution 5K
Wash Park

To schedule your own personal tour of SPIRE please contact us at
720.457.7550

SPIRE Amenity Level 9th Floor

SPIRE was in the news again this past week with another great announcement. The Denver Business Journal published an article titled “Denver’s Spire skyscraper finished early and under budget”.

Finished Early, Under Budget.  We love to share good news and the team at SPIRE continues to be focused on exceeding expectations in every way we can.  Here is an excerpt from the Denver Business Journal Article.

Construction has been completed on downtown Denver’s 42-story Spire condo project, a month ahead of schedule and under budget, according to general contractor JE Dunn Construction Co.

The $175 million, 496-unit high-rise is located at 14th and Champa streets, in downtown’s theater district.

“Although there were challenges along the way, as with any construction project, this project demonstrated the successes that can be achieved through effective teamwork,” Dustin Liljehorn, Dunn senior project manager, said in a statement.

Project challenges included difficulties getting a construction loan, the soft metro-area housing market and security issues caused by the 2008 Democratic National Convention being held right across the street at the Colorado Convention Center.

Liljehorn pointed out that timely decision-making by project developer The Nichols Partnership Inc. and architecture firm RNL Design Inc., both of Denver, allowed construction run relatively smoothly.

The Nichols Partnership has been marketing Spire units since mid-July, and condo sales should start to close soon with the building’s completion. Unit prices start in the low $200,000s and go up to $1 million-plus for premium residences.

Spire incentives to buyers have included a $35,000 credit that can be put toward the purchase price or used to buy appliance upgrades, parking or extra storage. The developer has also encouraged buyers who qualify to use federal homebuyer tax credits, which expire in April 2010, to buy units.

We would like to thank the folks at J.E. Dunn Construction and at RNL, both of whom invested their considerable expertise and experience into SPIRE for our future residences.   The focus has always been to offer SPIRE homeowners the absolute best of the best in finishes, amenities, views, and location all at an attainable price.  Now with the current first time home buyers incentives, there exists an even greater value at SPIRE.  Sometimes everything just falls into place, but not without a lot of hard work.

And we would be remiss if we didn’t share another excerpt from the article that highlighted one of our favorite design benefits of SPIRE…

The property is pursuing LEED certification, and expects to be one of the largest condo projects in the country with that certification. LEED stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, and is the U.S. Green Building Council’s rating for sustainable buildings.

Spire’s “green” features include using recycled and regional construction materials and low VOC (volatile organic compounds) paint, and being close to mass transit such as light rail and bus stops.

Please feel free to visit the SPIRE Experience Center at 890 14th street or contact us at 720-457-7550 to learn more about SPIRE or schedule a private tour.

SPIRE Denver Pool Amenity Level

The Urban Land Institute‘s Colorado members celebrated their 2009 Holiday Party last evening within the glass walls of  SPIRE.   For those not familiar with the Urban Land Institute (commonly referred to as ULI) the Urban Land Institute is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit research and education organization with the mission to provide leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide.  Founded in 1936, the Urban Land Institute now has members in 95 countries all sharing the focus of how to plan, build and design better places.  We like that focus.

It’s always an honor to welcome the Urban Land Institute and its members into SPIRE.  The Urban Land Institute has a focus on responsible development and offers a number of research and education tracks specifically focused on Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design  (LEED) and Green Building practices.  All of us at SPIRE consider sustainable development of critical importance and that is why SPIRE pursued LEED and USGBC Green Building standards in both the construction and operating design decisions.  SPIRE is a USGBC registered project and the roughly 6 months after completion of the building the USGBC should determine which award level the project will receive.   These factors include everything from the pre purchase of wind energy credits for building operations to the design of both trash and recycling chutes on every floor.  That’s right, no more carrying the recycling down to the garage level which is also a sincere effort to make recycling as convenient and easy to do as possible.

We already have our holiday green at SPIRE.  Feel free to drop by our SPIRE experience center at 890 14th street for a tour of the building and all our green building features or give us a ring at 720-457-7550 to speak with a SPIRE sales executive.

Happy Holidays again to the Urban Land Institute and to you!

SPIRE Experience Center
890 14th Street
Denver, CO 80202
720-457-7550

www.spiredenver.com

SPIRE Denver Happy Hour

Last night as the snow fell on the streets of Downtown Denver a few hundred future homeowners, brokers, and SPIRE team members enjoyed the spectacular view from SPIRE’s 9th, 10th, and 42nd Floors.

The views out to the snow covered city and the warm energy of celebration inside made for a pretty incredible night.  For many joining us last night it was the first opportunity to see the completed amenity areas including the fully furnished club rooms and the extensive fitness center.  Inside food, drink and laughter was shared as neighbors enjoyed meeting each other and experiencing the SPIRE lifestyle.  The winter weather was a definite gift creating a beautiful panorama of city lights and snow flakes from the 42nd floor Sky Club to enjoy.  Many were undeterred by the low temperatures outside and ventured onto the 9th floor pool deck to warm themselves by the fire pit, wine glass in hand, while taking in the glow from the pools and hot tub while steam rose into the air.  What a wonderful sight to see so many smiles.

For those who didn’t have the opportunity to join us for this event we can share a little summary of what was seen by all.  The amenity levels have been decorated with expertise from some pretty fabulous designers and the technology gurus equipped both the 10th floor private theater room and the 9th floor sports zone with amazing quality large screen displays and sound systems.  From the elaborate chandeliers in the lounge to the Macintosh workstations in the office center, attention was spent on every details.  The result is terrific and it was a pleasure to see the joyful reactions from Happy Hour attendees.

For those who made it to our event thank you for helping us celebrate the finishing touches that have gone into each SPIRE amenity.  If you would like to see more photos inside SPIRE from this event please join us at SPIRE Denver on Facebook.

If you would prefer your own personal tour of SPIRE please visit us at the SPIRE Experience Center, 890 14th Street Denver CO 80202 or schedule an appointment with one of our sales professionals at 720-457-7550.

www.spiredenver.com

SPIRE Happy Hour

SPIRE Happy Hour

SPIRE Happy Hour