Gateway Canyons | Colorado Resort Architecture

Gateway Canyons Resort + Spa

Developed by the founder of the Discovery Channel, Gateway Canyons Resort is an award-winning destination offering adventure, learning, and relaxation in one of the most spectacular landscapes in the U.S. The resort is the home of Discovery Retreats, an opportunity for guests to mingle with leading visionaries on compelling topics. Situated amidst the dramatic canyons and the Dolores River in southwestern Colorado, the Gateway Canyons community design focuses on personal and community enrichment through the unique and captivating design of architecture and site elements, all reinforcing the connection to the southwest environment.

CLIENT

Gateway Canyons Resort – Western Sky Investments, LLC

LOCATION

Gateway, Colorado

PROJECT DATA

Overall Community: 416 Acres, 200 Units Amenities: Palisade Pool & Cantina, Festival Walk, Auto Museum, Kayenta Lodge, Restaurants, Guest Casitas, Adventure Center

Entry: Porte Cochere, Resort Entry and Registration Desk

Kayenta Lodge: 38,000 sf, 48 keys, 2,800 sf retail/café

Palisade Casitas: Hacienda (2 units) - 2,033 sf, Stargazer (2 units) - 2,500 sf - 14 units total

DESIGN SERVICES

Planning, Landscape Architecture + Architecture

Entry:

The arrival sequence to the Gateway Canyons Resort needed better definition and a new location for its guest registration area. DTJ reorganized the arrival drive, including a new Porte cochere and more extensive desert landscape to set the tone for arriving guests. The new registration desk and concierge area reflects the warm and informal character of the resort.

Palisade Pool:

The Palisade Pool and Cantina offers a relaxing pool and entertainment environment for guests at the Gateway Canyons Resort. The Palisade Pool and Cantina includes two leisure pools, hot tub/spa in a naturalistic character. The Cantina offers a place for guests to compare details of their adventure of the day while relaxing with a drink and pub fare.

Kayenta Lodge:

DTJ provided architecture and landscape architecture services for the renovation of the Kayenta Lodge. The individual rooms and suites of the Lodge feature private patios and decks with spectacular views of the surrounding canyons. A central courtyard includes a swimming pool, spas, and both common and private gathering and eating areas in a naturalized landscape. A roof top terrace provides dramatic views of the Mission Bell Amphitheater for Kayenta Lodge guests.

Palisade Casitas:

The Palisade Casitas are luxurious suites for guests who desire a more private environment. The casitas feature individual bedroom suites, spectacular views of the surrounding canyons, private patios, and even outdoor showers. DTJ provided architecture, planning, and landscape architecture.