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11/05/2026

Great public spaces start with an understanding of the landscape and the connections that make a place meaningful.

At Black Bay Park in Post Falls, Idaho, the Spokane River waterfront and its varied topography became the foundation for a new public landscape. The 60-acre site presented an opportunity to work with its natural contours, creating a series of experiences that move between elevated viewpoints, wooded areas and the water’s edge.

Black Bay Park was recently featured on Archello, exploring the design and transformation of this distinctive riverfront site. Read more at the link in our bio.

Photos by: Miles Bergsma

11/03/2026

Reimagining an Ocean Icon: Imperial Beach Pier

What if a pier could offer more than a walk over the water? At Imperial Beach, Civitas developed a vision for a renovated pier that celebrates the many ways people experience the ocean, from surfing and fishing to lounging, gathering and watching the sunset.

A series of distinct spaces, shade structures and artful details creates a rhythm of movement and pause, drawing people further out over the water. Inspired by the energy of the Pacific and the character of Imperial Beach, the design brings people closer to the ocean while creating a more engaging, comfortable and resilient waterfront experience.

10/31/2026

Happy Halloween from the Civitas crew! This year’s Murder on the Dance Floor theme made for a killer night, filled with a little mystery, plenty of disco, and a few suspects along the way.

10/29/2026

Thoughtful landscape design can expand public access to the waterfront while preserving the natural character that makes it unique.

In Post Falls, Idaho, Civitas reimagines 60 acres along the Spokane River as a welcoming, community-centered public space. Through looping trails that navigate more than 100 feet of elevation change, accessible boardwalks, floating docks and riverfront gathering spaces, the park creates new ways for people to experience the water and surrounding landscape.

In a recent feature on Archinect, Black Bay Park is highlighted for its approach to balancing public access with ecological stewardship. Grounded in community input, the design creates opportunities for recreation and connection while protecting the natural character of the site. Read the full story, link in bio.

Photos by Miles Bergsma

10/27/2026

Meet Chris Parezo, a Principal at Civitas who believes great urban design starts with understanding how people and places shape one another.

Since joining Civitas in 2007, Chris has focused his work on creating places that are connected, adaptable, and built to evolve with the communities they serve. From public spaces and mixed-use developments to transit-oriented neighborhoods and long-range planning, he brings together design, strategy, and community engagement to help turn complex ideas into lasting places.

Chris has played a leading role in projects including Denver’s 5280 Trail and the I-25 & Broadway Station Area Plan, Denver Summit FC Stadium, and helping shape more connected and vibrant urban environments. His work reflects a belief that thoughtful design can influence communities.

We’re proud to have Chris helping lead Civitas and continuing to explore what’s possible for the future of our cities.

10/22/2026

Blue skies, fall sunshine, and construction progress at the University of Denver!

Our Civitas team recently visited the new Integrative Life Sciences Complex (STEM Horizons), where the landscape is beginning to come together. The project builds on Civitas’ longstanding relationship with DU, and it’s exciting to see the next chapter of the campus take shape.

Thanks to our project partners at Anderson Mason Dale, Holder Construction and LMI Colorado for the collaboration. More to come as the project progresses!

Architect: Anderson Mason Dale
Landscape Architect: Civitas
Contractor: Holder Construction
Subcontractor for landscape: LMI Colorado

10/20/2026

Fall is all about layers. And we’re not just talking about sweaters

At Discovery Park at Windler, ornamental grasses bring their own mix of texture, movement and seasonal color to this 23-acre community park. From the soft pink hues of Undaunted red muhly grass to the golden tones of Blonde Ambition blue grama and Karl Foerster reed grass, the planting palette adds depth and interest as the seasons change.

A closer look at the details that make a landscape feel different with every season.

Explore Discovery Park at Windler through the link in our bio.

10/15/2026

Another milestone for Denver’s 5280 Trail!

Congratulations to the Downtown Denver Partnership and the City and County of Denver on breaking ground on the Acoma Street segment, between 10th and 12th Avenues. This will strengthen connections between neighborhoods and open spaces while creating new opportunities for public art, cultural experiences and economic vitality.

Originally envisioned as a new way to experience and navigate Denver, the 5280 Trail draws inspiration from the sense of discovery found on Colorado’s mountain trails. We’re excited to see this vision come to life.
Explore the original design vision behind the 5280 Trail, link in bio.

10/13/2026

Sharing ideas, revisiting urban transformation and engaging the next generation of landscape architects.

Civitas Principal Scott recently joined students at the Université de Montréal to share insights from his practice and explore how landscape architecture can shape more meaningful urban environments. In the History, Theory, and Practice in Landscape Architecture class, he presented “Engaging People with Nature in Cities: Creating Transformational Change with Intentionality.” While also revisiting the Los Angeles River Revitalization Master Plan with students in a regional studio, reflecting on two decades of progress and lessons learned.

Alongside the lectures, Scott participated in desk critiques and small-group discussions, engaging with students’ ideas and connecting design theory with real-world practice.

10/08/2026

A new home for women’s soccer is taking shape in Denver.

Last week, we celebrated the groundbreaking of the new Denver Summit Stadium at Santa Fe Yards, a major milestone for Denver and for the future of women’s sports in the city.

We’re proud to be part of the team bringing this new stadium to life alongside Denver Summit FC, Populous and CAA ICON. We can’t wait to watch this place come to life—and eventually trade our hard hats for scarves.

Congratulations to the entire project team! Read more about the groundbreaking via the link in bio.

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1200 Bannock Street
Denver, CO
80204

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+13035710053

Website

http://www.civitasinc.com/

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