La Tela
La Tela is a Housing project in the Santa Fe Arts District of Denver. The project is unique as a model for affordable ownership, including 92 units with deed restricted price points to provide the opportunity for local residentsto own their own home. Constructed of robust materials and artistic interiors, including a full brick masonry façade, the project conveys a sense of permanence, dignity and cultural celebration.
La Tela is a Project rooted in the local context of the Santa Fe Arts District, connecting specifically with the Latin American history of the area, and the thriving and growing arts culture. The brick façade is patterned in reference to fabrics and textiles, connecting with the namesake of the project, “La Tela” which refers to canvas, cloth and fabric. The design is further articulated in the interior elements, connecting to a combination of Latin American culture and Artistic influence. The project aims at providing a sense of place, of home, of belonging. An accessible place for affordable home ownership, that people will be proud to call their own.
COST: $13 MM
SIZE: 92 Units
CLIENT: Shanahan Development
LOCATION: Denver, CO
DATE COMPLETE: 2021
La Tela stands as an important urban infill project for the neighborhood. With Denver ever-expanding, the design team anticipated future infill at neighboring properties and thoughtfully proportioned the masses to be appropriate to a mid-rise building. The windows were carefully sized and located to emphasize the views from the interior and to provide quality daylight for residents.
