High-rise living is common place in cities like New York, but few people experience that luxury in Denver. The Denver Post recently explored what it is like to live above the clouds by interviewing two SPIRE residents.

They talked to David and Pam Kurth who live on the 41^st floor of the SPIRE. They described their view as priceless:

“The Kurths own an opulent view. They watch helicopters that can hover near eye level. When fog cloaks the city, it might be clear at their level — they look down upon the soupy gloom. As storms charge over the mountains, the Kurths watch the wind and moisture and gray march across the city before slamming into their building.”

Pam Kurth described is as “every day is a different picture.” She does not every want to live earthbound again. To read the entire article, visit the Denver Post. To schedule your tour of a sky high home in paradise, call SPIRE’s Sales Office today: 720.457.7750.

There has been plenty of research on the walkability of streets and neighborhoods. (SPIRE has a walk score of 95 for example). Who is actually more likely to be walking? According to a study by the Transport for London it’s young, single women.

On average, the study found that women walk more journey stages on foot than men. However, it also found that women walk shorter distances than men. Men walk more when they are single and have no children, while women walk more once they’ve had children.

Young people (ages 20-44) walk more than older people, with young women (ages 20-44) walking the most. This makes sense as the recent trends show millennials are looking to move into the city as opposed to the suburbs.

The study also found that singles walked more than people in a relationship (regardless whether the couple had children or not). Unsurprisingly car ownership reduces walking, but the richer people are, the more likely they are to walk despite having the option to drive. The research team attributed this to “narrower travel horizons amongst those on lower incomes.”

We look forward for a study of this kind being done in America. What do you think? Do you think Americans are similar to our British counterparts when it comes to walking?

Summer has flown by. Labor Day weekend is upon us, and there’s plenty of things to do in Denver. Here’s our top choices:

Taste of Colorado

Denver’s ultimate event during Labor Day Weekend. Enjoy offerings of more than 50 local restaurants. There’s a fine dining area that highlights gourmet cuisine from renowned chefs. After you’ve had your fill of food, browse the marketplace artisans and vendors and watch live entertainment performances. There’s also the LEGO Experience Tour where kids can play with LEGO bricks and leave their creations on display.

3 Days of Phish

The jam band legands Phish will end their summer tour in Denver with a three-night blow out at Dick’s Sporting Goods over Labor Day Weekend. Camping will be allowed on the soccer fields next to the stadium if you plan on staying for multiple days.

Rockies vs Diamondbacks

The Rockies take on the Diamondbacks at Coors Field during the holiday weekend. Catch the special matinee game on September 5^th and celebrate Labor Day the American way with baseball and hot dogs. Buy tickets early as holiday games tend to sell out quickly.

Free Day at Denver Art Museum

The Denver Art Museum is one of Denver’s best attractions, and thanks to SCFD and Target, Saturday September 3^rd, you can see it for free. Don’t miss the Marvelous Mud exhibit, which is a multimedia celebration of clay. It includes hands-on activities which are fun for all ages.

Fireworks at Elitch Gardens

End your summer with a bang! Play in Elitch Gardens Theme park all day on Sunday, September 4th and then at night, experience the biggest and brightest fireworks display.

If you want to get out of town, we suggest heading to:

Jazz Aspen Snowmass Labor Day Festival

A three day music fest in Vail that always has great performers. This year, don’t miss Girl Talk, Steely Dan, Thievery Corporation, and Rodrigo y Gabriela.

Colorado Springs Balloon Classic

Colorado’s largest and longest continuously running balloon festival is held in Colorado Springs every Labor Day. It’s a great event for families and admission is free.

Telluride Film Festival

For nearly 40 years, this film festival has been drawing stars and cineophiles to Colorado. The festival starts September 2^nd and runs until September 5^th. Knock shoulders with celebrities like George Clooney and Martin Scorsese and watch movies that are sure to make the Oscars next year.

Colorado State Fair

It’s the last weekend of the Colorado State Fair. Head to Pueblo to be delighted by rodeos, fried foods, music, and rides.

Denver can be a foodie’s paradise with incredible chefs and restaurateurs. We have restaurant week and Taste of Colorado, but one food event that is a must-do on every food enthusiast’s list is the Annual Denver Food & Wine Classic. The two-day event will feature food from more than 30 of Denver’s finest restaurants and over 400 feature wines and spirits. There will be chef competitions, a wide array of culinary demonstrations, and silent auctions. Overall, it’s an event not to be missed.

You might even get to go for free. SPIRE has 2 pairs of tickets to give away. Simply visit our Facebook page and enter the sweepstakes to win, but don’t delay. The Denver Food & Wine Classic takes place September 9^th and 10^th, and our sweepstakes last until September 7^th.

“Sophisticated yet approachable” has been used to describe Row 14 Bistro & Wine Bar. Their menu is exquisite as well as their extensive wine list. They were recently voted the Top of the Town Wine List by 5280 Magazine. This month, on Tuesday August 23 at 6:30 p.m., Infinite Monkey Theorem (the only Colorado vineyard to receive an 88 point review from Wine Spectator) will be hosting a wine dinner at Row 14.  Five delicious courses will be paired with Infinite Monkey Theorem wines.

Take your partner or wine loving friend for an unforgettable evening. Reservations are required; call 303-825-0100 to reserve a spot today. The dinner costs $95, but you can win two seats by entering the SPIRE’s Facebook contest: by clicking here.

The contest will be held from August 1^st through August 19^th. Simply like our page and submit your email address for a chance to win. Five runners up will win one bottle of wine at Row 14 Bistro & Wine Bar worth up to $50.