Belvidere Theatre

Location: Central City, CO

Owner: City of Central City

Client: Form+Works Design Group

  • Historic Belvidere Theatre (circa 1875) & Shoofly (circa 1868) rehabilitated to preserve the building while upgrading mechanical and plumbing systems 
  • Two-phase project: Phase 1 focused on structural reinforcement, exterior restoration, and Shoofly rehabilitation 
  • Full MEP replacement required due to age and vacancy, with limited space challenging ductwork and equipment placement 
  • Mechanical design solution: rooftop unit on Shoofly, ductwork routed through roof and attic of theatre; hydronic heating system in mechanical room sized for full building 
  • Space coordination: mechanical and electrical rooms swapped during construction due to bedrock and underground piping constraints 
  • Phase 1 design mindful of future theater needs, including large outside air volume requirements 
  • Project outcome: upgraded, code-compliant MEP systems integrated within tight historic spaces, ready for Phase 2 completion 

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