Cirrus is a multi-family residential development that highlights the growing role of mass timber in urban construction. Designed to balance density with warmth and livability, the building leverages timber as both a structural system and an architectural feature, bringing a natural material palette into a contemporary urban setting.
Date: 2022
Location: Denver, Colorado
Architect: Davis Partnership Architects
Contractor: Bristlecone Construction
Project Type: Residential
Square Footage: 287,000
Construction Cost: Undisclosed
Services Provided:
Structural Engineering
CIRRUS
KL&A served as the structural engineer, supporting the integration of a mass timber system comprised of CLT floor panels and glulam framing. The team worked closely with the design team to coordinate grid layouts, connections, and load paths while maintaining the exposed timber aesthetic.
By utilizing mass timber, the project reduces embodied carbon and benefits from prefabrication and efficient installation. The structure supports both the project’s sustainability goals and the overall quality of the residential environment.