Group B--The Grand Staircase

Wynkoop plaza is pivotal for the success of the Lower Downtown neighborhood. This concept emphasizes the primacy of an active and successful public space. If the space between Wynkoop Street and the front of the station cannot be successful, the whole network of development on the 19-acre site will be in jeopardy. The character of the historic district should be optimized as a draw. The views of some of Denver’s oldest historic buildings are important to preserve from the site. Designing for the long term and creating a sense of place are key elements of this concept. Flexibility, neighborhood compatibility and civic utility are guiding principles.

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