16th Street Renovation Reopens

Denver's Iconic Downtown Corridor Welcomes the Community Back

Denver's Iconic Downtown Corridor, 16th Street, Reopens After Transformation

We’re thrilled to celebrate the reopening of 16th Street! After 4.5 years of design and construction, Denver’s iconic downtown corridor is ready to welcome the community back.

Famous for I.M. Pei’s historic design, 16th Street has been re-energized as a vibrant urban spine. Through thoughtful urban design, innovative soil-cell tree plantings, and extensive community collaboration, this “main street” has been reimagined as a dynamic 21st-century gathering place—one that honors its history while connecting the heart of downtown.

  • Date

    October 02, 2025

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    News, Project

The Hive is one of 16th Street's Highlights for kids to learn and play.

The 21st Century Street is a Place

Discover how Design Shapes the Spaces We All Enjoy

Dig Studio Co-Founder and Principal, Bill Vitek, highlights the project’s design journey—from extensive visioning sessions to construction—shaped by active collaboration with community members and business leaders. With thoughtful urban design elements and innovative soil-cell tree plantings, 16th Street is re-establishing itself as Denver’s “main street spine,” honoring its historic legacy while serving the future as a revitalized public realm that connects the heart of Downtown.

See Bill Vitek introduce 16th Street's
newest design features.
Innovative soil-cell technology supports healthy, long-lived trees along 16th Street, strengthening Denver’s green urban spine.
What you don’t see matters: soil-cell systems being installed under 16th Street - set the stage for a healthier, shadier, and more resilient downtown.
Roots run deep on 16th Street - Trees being planted
A dynamic interplay of trees and textured paving defines

Innovative soil-cell technology supports healthy, long-lived trees along 16th Street, strengthening Denver’s green urban spine.

What you don’t see matters: soil-cell systems being installed under 16th Street - set the stage for a healthier, shadier, and more resilient downtown.

Roots run deep on 16th Street - Trees being planted

A dynamic interplay of trees and textured paving defines 16th Street as a vibrant public corridor.

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