New Pueblo Freeway

In 2007, THK Associates provided urban design and landscape architectural design services on the initial planning for the New Pueblo Freeway. THK was responsible for the development of the visual character of the project.

THK was responsible for leading an interactive process with the community to determine what the character of the new freeway should be. Workshop attendees took photos of the things they felt were elements of what make up the character of the Pueblo community. From these photos, THK developed aesthetic concepts for the architecture and landscape of the New Pueblo Freeway. The design concepts for the freeway were to reflect the different neighborhoods that the freeway passes through, the cultures, heritage and architecture. This resulted in different treatments along the freeway but with some repetitive elements to give the freeway an overall character.

Since this time, THK has worked with CDOT and the City of Pueblo on the I-25/Ilex Design Guidelines and Owners Representative for the I-25/Ilex Design Build Project.

The New Pueblo Freeway Aesthetic Guidelines

The New Pueblo Freeway Aesthetic Guidelines address the aesthetic treatment of the New Pueblo Freeway and various impacted areas of the City of Pueblo, including the I-25 corridor and portions of the Fountain Creek and the Arkansas River floodplains.

The Aesthetic Guidelines provide direction on the aesthetic treatment of highway improvements such as gateway features; vehicular and pedestrian bridges; noise/retaining walls; interpretive elements; signage; pedestrian connections and landscaping and irrigation.

From 2003 to present, THK has been responsible for leading an interactive process with the community to determine what the character of the new freeway should be, and has been successful maintaining the vision set by the community and City of Pueblo as the projects move to final design and construction. THK is working with CDOT and the City of Pueblo on the I-25/Ilex Design Guidelines and Owners Representative for the I-25/Ilex Design Build Project.

Client

Colorado Department of Transportation

Location

Pueblo, CO

Services

Landscape Architecture

Planning

Transit Orientated Design

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Badger Gulch Park at Ridgegate

Badger Gulch Park, spanning 3.36 acres, is poised to become a serene yet vibrant natural gathering place on the east side of RidgeGate. It will be situated in the RidgeGate Village Center, where RidgeGate Parkway splits into one-way streets. This park will be a focal point for the community, accessible via an iconic pedestrian bridge that connects both sides of the park, providing access to the Badger Gulch regional trail, as well as connections to the nearby residential communities of Lyric at RidgeGate™ and the future South East Village.

Residents, especially those from the forthcoming senior housing community, will enjoy an array of amenities designed for relaxation and recreation. The park will feature a pavilion, picnic tables, a restroom, a showcase garden, fitness equipment, children’s play areas, and an inspiring public art installation, creating a lively and inclusive environment for all.

With generous support from the Rampart Range Metropolitan District, Badger Gulch Park will not only provide a beautiful space for leisure but also play a crucial role in preserving the local natural habitat for years to come.