Submitted by Kiewit New Mexico Co. Strikingly placed along a canyon slope, this $477,000, three-span bridge is located in a remote Los Alamos area that was difficult for crews to access. It provides a safe trail for pedestrians through rough terrain across steep slopes, to connect 1.5 miles of trail for visitors to enjoy the area’s mountain scenery. With weathered steel and wood decking incorporated into the design, the 280-ft-long bridge integrates into the surrounding landscape. Spanning from one side of the canyon to the other, the bridge features overlook platforms for visitors to enjoy vistas of adjacent canyons and
Submitted by The Weitz Co. This continuing care retirement community celebrates the Southwest’s indoor/outdoor living environment. Phase one consists of on-site and off-site improvements, and 775,000-sq-ft of new building space, including a pair each of three- and four-story independent living buildings, a dozen casita buildings, below-grade parking garage, central plant, pools and spas. The project is comprised of a mix of building types including post-tensioned concrete, structural steel, light gauge steel and wood framing. Photo:Todd Photography Despite its size, the project has a pedestrian-friendly scale that clearly conveys the ambiance of a village. The Town Center mimics a small downtown
Submitted by Miller Bonded Inc. This LEED silver, 196,000-sq-ft building in Albuquerque replaces an aging facility and houses three state agencies. The building’s agencies provide a crucial analytical resource for the surveillance and detection of infectious, environmental and chemical hazards, requiring the air to be continuously filtered and exhausted after being conditioned. Construction included extensive installation of specialty laboratory equipment and related services such as high-performance fume hoods. Photo: Tom Payne Each agency has its own entrance, sally port and shared spaces, following a structural grid based on a laboratory module that repeats throughout the building. A tight, sloping site
Submitted by Kitchell The new east wing of the high-end retail center added 215,000 sq ft of retail space and a two-level, underground parking structure, but not before the team demolished the existing parking garages and a defunct department store. Photo:Richard Maack The addition incorporates significant natural light via skylights and oversized windows, and seamlessly integrates into the existing facility. Warm interior finishes connect the indoor space with the outdoor desert southwest, while luxurious amenities such as a full-service concierge, fine dining establishments and comfortable outdoor seating capture the feeling of a resort. Thanks to an efficient phasing strategy and
Submitted by Gerald A. Martin, Ltd Designed to achieve LEED platinum, this Albuquerque complex adds 66 units of affordable housing to aid low- and middle-income families. It’s the first such project in the nation to receive funding for carbon offsets. The U-shaped complex features a gull-wing roof to collect rainwater that is dispersed to an enclosed courtyard via a 5,000 gallon underground cistern. Each unit includes oversized windows and private balconies, providing amenities that contribute to quality of life for residents. Recycled materials were used throughout, and every unit has Energy Star appliances. A bold color scheme, native landscaping and
Submitted by MMC, Inc This facility at the Clark County Water Reclamation District’s Central Advanced Wastewater Treatment Plant, is designed to be completely automated and self-sufficient, running 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Photo:Joe Bustos Construction included solids pumping, transmission and dewatering facilities. Features include two huge storage tanks for primary and thickened waste-activated sludge, feed pumps, eight centrifuges capable of producing 575 tons of dewatered cake daily and a cake conveyance system. Most of this is contained inside a very complex, multi-story building with a contemporary architectural fa�ade to blend in with the surrounding area. The fully-automated
Submitted by Kells + Craig Architects, Inc The first phase of a community complex serving the Atrisco neighborhood in Albuquerque, this project is the culmination of 20 years of neighborhood advocacy. It includes an audio/visual room devoted to the collection of the oral and written histories of long-term residents of this 300 year old town. Photo RGB Photography The 18,000-sq-ft interior features a pool, child-care center, gaming and crafting rooms and offices. A senior dining area and a community kitchen support a multi-purpose meeting room, which is strikingly open and spacious. Residents of this traditional farming community can teach agricultural
Submitted by Sletten Construction of Nevada, Inc. This career development campus promotes a sense of community while fostering relationships with industry partners. Totaling 200,000 sq ft, the project’s eight buildings are made up of one- and two-story concrete tilt panels with membrane roofing. The 45-acre site includes a softball field, tennis courts, basketball courts and a campus courtyard. Photo Ryan Sisti/Pugsley Simpson Coulter Architects Photo Ryan Sisti/Pugsley Simpson Coulter Architects The project was completed one month ahead of schedule due in large part to careful planning and execution of the tilt panel erection, which despite a wide assortment of panel
Submitted by Sites Southwest LLC Outdoor learning environments and classrooms are a highlight at this Albuquerque school, focusing on four essential learning objectives including imagination and interaction. The landscape features a wildlife habitat and an archaeological digging area, with a classroom showcasing traditional Native American plants. Terraced playgrounds unify the school’s landscape with the surrounding mountains, while adjacent open land blends into the grounds to promote sustainability. Student interaction is encouraged through climbing areas and music gardens, and learners can choose to navigate challenge circuits or cultivate fruits and vegetables. Photo Sites Southwest, LLC Owner: Albuquerque Public Schools Landscape Architect: