University of Denver
Daniel L. Ritchie, University of Denver Chancellor from 1989 to 2005, equated stone buildings with a philosophy of quality and honesty. Those high ideals resonate throughout the campus, with each individual project bringing its own unique nuances to the design table.
Chambers Center
Merle Catherine Chambers Center for the Advancement of Women
Architects:
Bennett Wagner & Grody Architects
Mark Rodgers, University Architect
Contractor: Kiewit Construction
Mason: Grosvenor Masonry, Inc.
Cubic feet: 3,600
Stone: Variegated
Completed: 2004
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all others ©Hank Diepenbroek.
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Nagel Hall
The Ralph and Trish Nagel Residence and Academic Hall was part of the University of Denver’s plan for upgrading student housing.
Architect: H&L Architecture
Mark Rodgers, University Architect
Contractor: Gerald H. Phipps Inc.
Mason: Soderberg Masonry, Inc.
Cubic feet: 11,200
Stone: Variegated
Completed: 2008
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©Hank Diepenbroek. Used with permission.
Nelson Hall
The King Lee and Shirley Nelson Residence Hall provides state-of-the-art living for undergraduates.
Architect: Bennett Wagner & Grody Architects, PC
Mark Rodgers, University Architect
Contractor: Haselden Construction
Mason: Lueck Masonry, Inc.
Cubic feet: 10,000
Stone: Variegated
Completed: 2002
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Ricketson Law Building
Frank H. Ricketson Jr. Law Building, Gold Certification from the US Green Building Council.
Architect: H&L Architecture
Mark Rodgers, University Architect
Contractor: Saunders Construction
Mason: Soderberg Masonry, Inc.
Cubic feet: 15,892
Stone: Variegated
Completed: 2003
Award: LEED Certified/Gold
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Ritchie Center
The Daniel L. Ritchie Center for Sports & Wellness replaced the old basketball and hockey facilities. This state-of-the-art wellness center is all under one roof, and includes the Carl M. Williams Bell Tower, Magness Arena, Gates Field House, Joy Burns Arena, Hamilton Gymnasium, El Pomar Natatorium, and the Coors Fitness Center.
Architect: Davis Partnership Architects, modified by Cab Childress
(retired as University Architect in 1999)
Mark Rodgers, University Architect
Contractor: Calcon Constructors
Mason: Soderberg Masonry, Chuck Nacos
Cubic Feet: 13,800
Stone: Variegated
Completed: 1999
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First photo ©University of Denver, second
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©Hank Diepenbroek. Used with permission..
