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The Colorado State University Spur Campus project included the construction of three buildings – Vida, Terra, and Hydro – adjacent to one another, under three separate contracts for one Owner. JE Dunn constructed all three buildings concurrently, but each in a different phase of construction from its neighbor.
The Terra facility focuses on food and agriculture and is home to programs that allow the public to interact with food production and develop a deeper understanding of where food comes from. The programs housed within the Terra building, including the North American Agricultural Advisory Network (NAAAN) and Together We Grow, promote agricultural literacy and lifelong learning, enhance community health, and advance the sustainability of our urban and rural food systems.
Terra, Latin for ‘earth’, a 60,124-square-foot Community Education Center, was the second building completed on the Spur campus. Spaces encompassed within the facility include a K-12 Agricultural Discovery Center, agricultural research spaces, a food lab, a public teaching kitchen, vertical gardens, rooftop greenhouses, and a green roof. Additionally, Terra serves as an extra space for Denver Urban Extension to respond to community educational needs and offer a variety of resources, ranging from gardening classes to energy audits.
At the heart of the Colorado State University Spur Campus lies a deep commitment to sustainability and community engagement. This ethos is reflected in every aspect of the campus, from its innovative design features to the partnerships fostered throughout the project.
Sustainability is ingrained in the CSU Spur Campus, with each building pursuing LEED Gold certification. The campus challenges traditional construction practices, pushing visitors and project teams alike to reconsider the importance of sustainable design. Key features of this commitment include:
