The Rusty Parrot Lodge is a reimagined boutique hotel in Jackson, Wyoming, replacing the original property lost to a fire while restoring its long-standing presence in the community. The design maintains the scale and character of the original lodge, paired with a modern structural system that meets current codes and performance expectations.
Date: 2023
Location: Jackson, Wyoming
Architect: Rowland + Broughton
Contractor: Zaist Construction
Project Type: Hospitality
Square Footage: 52,000
Construction Cost: $30 Million
Services Provided:
Structural Engineering
RUSTY PARROT LODGE
KL&A provided structural engineering for the new construction, developing a system that blends wood framing and steel to support open amenity spaces and complex roof forms. Close coordination with the architectural team was key to integrating structure with exposed materials and detailed interiors.
RECOGNITION
USA Today – 2025 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards, Top 10 Boutique Hotels in the U.S.
On a constrained in-town site, the team delivered a resilient and efficient structure that supports the operational demands of a modern hospitality project while reinforcing the identity of the original lodge.