Water Wheel Park
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team As part of the La Puerta Master Plan, Water Wheel Park serves as a vital connection between the Hilton Garden Inn and other site amenities. Situated within the La Puerta community, the park offers a serene environment ideal for both relaxation and physical activity. […]
Volunteers of America
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team The innovative office building constructed at Communication Circle, in Colorado Springs, was born from the owner’s vision to repurpose two previously unused modular buildings. Combining a set of 3,425 square feet with another set of 2,467 square feet. SMDG seamlessly integrated these structures with […]
UC Health Moreno Street
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team An SMDG client leased an empty office building to UC Health’s behavioral health unit, a medical provider affiliated with the University of Colorado. The primary objective was to enhance accessibility by adding an ADA-compliant entry vestibule. The 3,000 square feet space underwent extensive renovation […]
La Puerta Trestle
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team The acquisition of the La Puerta site came with a unique design opportunity, an abandoned steel railroad trestle. Plans were made to use the trestle as a means to expand the city trail system, extending the trail to the north side of the Purgatoire […]
La Puerta Master Plan
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team When the former train yard in Trinidad, Colorado, was acquired from the railroad, it was a brownfield site, dotted with deteriorating structures. Since that time, this 15-acre site, now known La Puerta de Colorado (meaning “the gate”), has undergone remarkable transformation. It now proudly […]
Veteran’s Service Center
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team This newly constructed facility was initially home to the 5/30 KOAA Media Station before undergoing a comprehensive renovation to transform it into a dedicated service center for military veterans. Both interior and exterior enhancements have revitalized the space, aligning it with the center’s mission […]
Union Station
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team The city of Trinidad was founded in 1876 and was considered at the time as a possible capital for the state of Colorado. The Atchison, Topeka and Santa Fe Railway reached Trinidad in 1878; then cattle began to be shipped by rail instead of […]
St. Benedict Catholic Church
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team St. Benedict Catholic Parish, serving the Falcon, Colorado community, occupies a beautifully transformed 36-acre site that once featured ranch buildings, two houses, and two barns. One of the barns has been thoughtfully repurposed into a charming church, blending rustic character with sacred space. This […]
Sister Blandina Gardens
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team Nestled in the heart of downtown Trinidad, this park serves as a versatile space for community events, live music, weddings, and peaceful reflection. The park’s design showcases beautifully curated landscaping, incorporating water features that create a serene atmosphere. A charming gazebo and elegant pergola […]
La Puerta Housing
Previous slide Next slide Location Total Floor Area Status Design team The La Puerta commercial development in Trinidad, Colorado, boasts a strategic connection to Linden Street, situated approximately 1,000 feet to the north. This 100-foot-wide thoroughfare serves as crucial access for the fire department and utility lines. Envisioned as an ideal locale for approximately 20 […]