CITY OFFICES
The Aspen City Offices project consolidates multiple municipal departments into a single, efficient civic facility tailored to Aspen’s unique site and climate. The structure supports flexible interior layouts while addressing the durability and performance demands of a high-altitude environment.
Date: 2022
Location: Aspen, Colorado
Architect: Charles Cunniffe Architects
Contractor: Shaw Construction
Project Type: Civic
Square Footage: 55,000
Construction Cost: $40 Million
Services Provided:
Structural Engineering
ASPEN
The structural system combines steel and concrete to create open floor plates and clear spans for a range of public and administrative functions. Close coordination with the design team ensured that structural solutions aligned with the architectural intent while maintaining efficiency and clarity in the framing approach.
RECOGNITION
PCBC Golden Nugget Awards – 2023 Best Commercial Project
PCBC Golden Nugget Awards – 2023 Best Special Use Project
ENR Mountain States – 2022 Award of Merit (Government/Public Building)
American Society of Interior Designers Colorado – 2023 Crystal Award
A strong focus on constructability guided the project from early design through execution. Streamlined detailing and thoughtful system integration supported efficient construction in a constrained setting, resulting in a resilient and adaptable building that serves the city’s long-term needs.