Sitting on a less than half-acre infill site with a high water table, architects created a five-story residential tower over a two-story, on-grade podium, saving construction costs and creating a pedestrian-friendly design that encourages residents to walk or bike to the transit station located 0.25 miles from the building. Adjacent to major highways and within walking distance of the rail station, the Iota also provides easy access to transportation for commuters and direct access with its car-share program that is integrated into the community. Micro-units ranging from studio to two bedrooms maximize the building footprint, provide affordable residential housing to the area, and are an ideal choice for singles, roommates and professional urbanites looking for a home office.
The architectural design is inspired by the industrial and rail yard context of the neighborhood. Enduring materials in crisp profiles enclose the building while glazing and a cool tone modern color scheme bring light to the facade. The seventh-floor amenity space and roof deck provide residents with a place to relax and enjoy stunning views of the Rocky Mountains to the west and downtown to the south.
Project Details
Facts
Unit Plan Sizes: 400-830 sq. ft.
Number of Units: 148 du
Site Area: 0.42 ac
Number of Stories: 7
Parking: 111 spaces (0.75 sp/du)
Construction Type: IA, IIIA
Certification: NGBS Gold
Project Team
- Martines Palmeiro Construction
- Highland Development Company
- KTGY
- Styleworks
- Norris Design
- Harris Kocher Smith
- BoTek Design Build
- Group14
- Jordan & Skala Engineers
- Tim Gormley
