Pel-Ona Architects & Urbanists

06/15/2026

Introducing the Ford Street Collective! This project, designed by Studio Pelusio and located within Golden’s East Street Historic District, preserves an existing 1870s single family home while adding two new residential units (featured here) along the alley. The original structure will remain intact, with interior upgrades and the removal of non-contributing rear elements to modernize the home for current living standards while supporting long-term preservation efforts.

The new rear building introduces two units that are carefully designed to reduce visual impact from both the street and alley. By incorporating half-stories and split-level stairs, the design minimizes perceived height and bulk, aligning within the district’s architectural standards. The site plan is designed with a shared outdoor space at the center of the lot. Resident’s units face onto this courtyard where neighborly interactions and community building are encouraged. Outdoor deck spaces above the garages activate the alley frontage and provide private outdoor areas for residents. The design also takes advantage of the natural grade change between the alley and yard, using split-level entries to provide access to all levels while maintaining a low overall building profile.

Listing info: https://erinmcfarlandhomes.com/home-search/listings/6821421892125545362-1617-Ford-St-A

Photography: www.bookinhouse.com

05/19/2026

We are honored to learn that both Ronnie and Korkut's architectural illustrations are featured in The Art of the New Urbanism Volume 2 (2010-2025) by Wiley Press.

This book (soon to be published) showcases more than 400 works by over 150 contributors, demonstrating a dramatic expansion and refinement of the tools and techniques used by new urbanists to address a wide range of entrenched and rapidly emerging problems. During this era, new urbanists were at the forefront of urban redevelopment, sprawl repair, agrarian urbanism, form-based coding, traffic-planning reform to promote safe, walkable streets, the reintroduction of missing-middle housing, small-scale development, and incremental urbanism, including tactical urbanism.

05/05/2026

The Railyard Leadville Apartments, designed by Pel-Ona Architects & Urbanists and currently under construction, are now available for sale! A variety of thoughtfully designed floor plans are offered, including studio, 1BR, and 2BR residences.

Located with convenient access to downtown Leadville, dining, and outdoor recreation, these units offers close proximity to trails, public lands, and the lifestyle that defines the area.

Check out an available 1BR unit here: https://www.buyyourmountainhome.com/property/6-4393940-309-grand-review-drive-207-leadville-CO-80461

05/04/2026

MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU

02/11/2026

On the boards ✏️: Big ideas, small sketch, future snacks and cold beer. Concessions stand concept in progress.

02/09/2026

We're excited to share that several of our Tealight homes at Barefoot Village in Firestone are now open for touring! Plans range from 1,600-2,200 SF with 3-4 bedrooms, 3-4 bathrooms, and welcoming front porches that invite connection and community.

Builder: Brookfield Residential

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12/24/2025

Happy Holidays from all of us at Pel-Ona Architects & Urbanists!

May 2026 be filled with joy, good neighborhood planning, beautiful architecture and well-crafted development code!

11/13/2025

Exciting progress in Leadville, Colorado! The 28-unit apartment building at the Railyard Neighborhood is now dried-in, and interior finishes are underway. This building sits on top of a parking structure and offers a range of unit sizes and amenities. It's sited at an important corner in the neighborhood, helping to anchor the intersection of Silver Vault St and Grand Review Dr. Once complete, it will bring much-needed housing to Leadville and Lake County.

11/08/2025

Pel-Ona Architects & Urbanists - Studio Pelusio is excited to be part of the design team for the winterization of Boulder’s Chautauqua Auditorium, making year-round use of the historic open air venue.

The Colorado Chautauqua Auditorium, long known for its creaky floors, open rafters, and summer concerts beneath strings of glowing bulbs, is finally getting ready for winter.

11/05/2025

Pel-Ona Architects & Urbanists - Studio Pelusio, in collaboration with the Estes Park Housing Authority and SCJ Studio, hosted a community walk-through tour of the future Fish Hatchery Neighborhood. Attendees got to see renderings of what the finished neighborhood could look like at various locations throughout the site. Thanks to all who came out, asked questions and shared feedback!