Projects

Atrium Campus

Location
Denver
Category
Commercial
Client
Beacon Capital Partners
Architect
I.M. Pei (1700 Broadway), Philip Johnson (Glass Atrium)
Project Scale
36,300 sqft
Services
Interior Architecture (Hard Finishes / Detail) & FF&E
Completion
2022

A Modern Update for an I.M. Pei Gem

Denver's first modern tower, 1700 Broadway, was also one of Pritzker Prize-winning architect I.M. Pei's first high-rise commissions. Thus not only does the mid-century gem benefit from a notable lineage, but its location at the heart of a thriving city experiencing a tech boom made it a prime candidate to become an innovative urban campus. MAWD's approach used research and insights to create engaging “wow” moments geared to create a tailored experience for Coloradans’ active lifestyles.

The 100’ atrium, the visual heart of the campus, is designed to promote social interaction and wellness for a happier and more productive workforce.

Renowned architect I.M. Pei designed the iconic 22-story tower, which is located in the heart of booming downtown Denver, and Philip Johnson designed the adjoining atrium.

1700 broadway exterior
Renowned architect I.M. Pei designed the iconic 22-story tower, which is located in the heart of booming downtown Denver, and Philip Johnson designed the adjoining atrium.
100 foot atrium, the visual heart of the campus
The 100’ atrium, the visual heart of the campus, is designed to promote social interaction and wellness for a happier and more productive workforce.
State-of-the-art wellness and learning amenities are becoming a major driver for innovative tech and life sciences companies looking to attract and retain the best talent.
Elliot March
communal spanish steps design in atrium space
MAWD re-programmed the entire public facing atrium space and created communal moments, such as these Spanish Steps, that allow greater use of the space throughout the day.

New gathering moments were created to enhance the communal experience of the atrium. Here MAWD designed oversize seating areas with central fireplaces to respond to the seasonal nature of Denver.

oversize seating area design with central fireplaces
1700 reception desk

The new lobby was designed to be warm and approachable. MAWD deployed signature touches of flutter wood with strong green elements and bronze detailing.

Lighting style

Scattered throughout the imagined ‘streetscape’ of Johnson’s glass atrium, each lamp-post has been designed to mimic the campus’s original finishes, updated with contemporary aesthetics and hardware.

MAWD Beacon Capital Philip Jphnson Lighting Streetscape
All of the street lamps present in the project were crated by the Austin-based Warbach Lighting.
MAWD Beacon Capital Philip Jphnson Lighting
Designed by Philip Johnson, MAWD worked to transform the expansive glass atrium into a warm and inviting streetscape.
Influenced by the mid-century architecture of the original design, MAWD included a massive communal fireplace with travertine accents. The coherence with the original was achieved through using repurposed stone from other parts of the building.
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