New Wellness Center opens in NW Denver!

ArcWest Architects assisted the Wellness Center with the required documentation to submit and obtain a “Change of Use” permit. We can assist with a preliminary building evaluation, project feasibility, conceptual design, and all building permit submittal requirements.

Think Green | Reuse of Extra Building Materials

Interesting article this week in the Denver Business Journal about an internet start-up company ZamRay, LLC.  This business is going to fill a niche service in re-purposing leftover building materials found at the end of construction projects. The benefit is twofold:  First, those materials won’t end up in the landfill – This promotes sustainable concepts … Continued

Change of Use | Change of Occupancy

Depending upon the scenario an owner may be considering, ArcWest Architects can support the process. Whether submitting an application for a “change of use” for a simple adaptive reuse, or diligence and feasibility for a proposed business and building, or for a more in depth renovation project requiring a change of use, ArcWest Architects can provide the professional assistance required.

Building Design | Applying ArcWest’s Experience

ArcWest is working with CDOT to implement a new building prototype for a Vehicle Storage and Maintenance Facility to be constructed in the small town of Kittridge in the foothills west of Denver. The building incorporates features that will make it a cost effective project from initial costs through the long term (life cycle) operating costs that will result in a more durable structure with a long efficient and high performing service life.

On the Boards | ArcWest Architectural Projects

It appears finally (fingers crossed) that our efforts are being rewarded. ArcWest is very excited to share the news about the following work currently on the “boards” in the office.

Lakeside Redevelopment | Potential Missed

Architects, planners and developers should take inspiration from the mixed use, pedestrian friendly 2 and 3 story buildings, moderate density fabric of Tennyson street. An urban plan of buildings of similar diversity and scale integrated with open space parks that link to Lake Rhoda could be a concept which would offer much more potential to the immediate and adjacent communities for the Lakeside Redevelopment.

ArcWest Architects | SBE Certification

ArcWest Architects became certified as an Small Business Enterprise (SBE) approved business with the City and County of Denver (Denvergov) on July 29th of this year.   It was cause for an out loud “Hooray!”  The ArcWest partners labored for a month through the numerous forms that were required to be completed, signed and notarized.  Along … Continued

Kind Letter from a Recent Client

One of the best moments during the course of a project is to receive some acknowledgment near the end of the process that the work was completed to the satisfaction of your client, and it was a job well done. We recently experienced that moment as we just received a kind letter from our past … Continued

Architectural Curb Appeal

ArcWest Architects can help with creative design, economical solutions and conceptual feasibility studies for maximum commercial effect. To get a better understanding of what is possible and the approach our recent clients have taken, please visit our web site.