CITY CAMPUS
The Boulder Western City Campus transforms a former industrial site into a high-performance civic workplace that brings multiple City of Boulder departments together in a flexible, collaborative environment. Designed with a strong focus on sustainability and long-term adaptability, the campus supports both operational needs and public engagement while targeting ambitious carbon reduction goals.
Date: In Design
Location: Boulder, Colorado
Architect: ZGF Architects
Contractor: Saunders Construction
Project Type: Civic
Square Footage: 60,000
Construction Cost: Undisclosed
Services Provided:
Construction Management
Steel Detailing
Embodied Carbon Consulting
BOULDER WESTERN
KL&A provided construction management, steel detailing, and embodied carbon consulting, helping connect design, fabrication, and field execution. By aligning detailing with sequencing and working closely with the project team, KL&A streamlined coordination and supported efficient delivery across the campus .
Through early evaluation of structural systems and materials, KL&A also helped reduce embodied carbon while maintaining performance and constructability. The result is a forward-thinking civic campus that reflects Boulder’s environmental leadership and the value of an integrated project approach.