S. A. Miro, Inc. contributed to multiple components of the district, including master planning efforts, the Mission Ballroom, and the Mica Apartments, helping establish a cohesive framework for long-term growth. Our involvement extended to streetscape design, site development, and utility infrastructure, supporting the creation of a connected and pedestrian-oriented urban environment.
As part of the early-stage planning, S. A. Miro, Inc. advanced 30% streetscape design documents in collaboration with Sasaki. This effort included civil site planning with signage and striping, paving and grading plans, and conceptual stormwater strategies.
Roadway alignments were refined to enhance circulation and connectivity across the development, while detailed site elements and outline specifications established a foundation for future design phases. These improvements were carefully integrated with the district’s broader vision, balancing functionality, constructability, and urban design intent.
Parcel B represents a significant mixed-use component within the North Wynkoop development, encompassing approximately 664,000 square feet across three buildings with a maximum height of 12 stories.
The program includes office, residential, hotel, extended-stay accommodations, retail, and associated amenities, all supported by a shared below-grade level. The site is bounded by Wynkoop Alley, Wynkoop Street, 41st Street, and Brighton Boulevard, with infrastructure designed to leverage existing utility networks. Domestic water and fire service are provided via existing mains, while sanitary sewer connections tie into adjacent systems without the need for new mains.
Stormwater management is coordinated with existing regional facilities, incorporating on-site water quality measures while avoiding the need for detention. The design approach reflects a high level of efficiency, integrating new development within an already established urban framework.
The Mica Apartments further advances the district’s residential density with an 11-story multifamily building featuring approximately 392 units and ground-floor retail. Structured parking is accommodated within a three-level podium, with vehicular access from Wynkoop Alley and 43rd Street, and multiple pedestrian entry points designed to meet City of Denver requirements, including Minimum Lowest Opening Elevations.
The project required careful coordination with public agencies to implement streetscape improvements along Brighton Boulevard, including sidewalks and landscaped tree lawns that enhance the pedestrian experience.
Utility infrastructure for the residential development was designed to integrate seamlessly with existing systems. Domestic and fire water services are drawn from adjacent mains, while sanitary sewer connections tie into nearby public infrastructure.
Stormwater design leverages regional detention facilities, supplemented by on-site water quality measures developed in coordination with the architect, landscape architect, and municipal agencies. Although the site lies outside the FEMA 100-year floodplain, resilience and sustainability remained key considerations, including support for civil-related LEED strategies.
Across all components, S. A. Miro, Inc. provided a coordinated civil engineering approach that balanced technical requirements, regulatory coordination, and the broader vision for a vibrant, mixed-use district in Denver.
