Sopher Sparn Architects
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Boulder architects, planners, builders, and developers, that have delivered innovative planning and
Colorado-based full-service architecture firm specializing in sustainable custom homes, multi-family housing, mixed-use developments, and institutional projects. Design services also include master planning, entitlement, and interior design.
05/28/2026
The Dairy Arts Center is a cornerstone of Boulder’s creative community and a powerful example of adaptive reuse. Originally a dairy processing facility, the building was transformed into a vibrant destination for arts, performance, and connection.
The glass-filled west entry and iconic "Ballerina Swoop" create a welcoming presence while honoring the site's industrial roots.
05/25/2026
This Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the men and women who served and sacrificed for our country.
At Sopher Sparn Architects, we are grateful for the courage, dedication, and service that made our freedoms possible. Wishing everyone a meaningful and safe Memorial Day weekend.
05/22/2026
Completed in 2024, the new campus addition for Shining Mountain Waldorf School was designed to support creativity, hands-on learning, and community. From maker spaces and woodworking studios to science labs and student commons, each space was thoughtfully crafted to support the next generation of students.
Congratulations to the graduating class and the entire Shining Mountain community.
Architecture: Sopher Sparn Architects
Builder: Fransen Pittman Construction
05/04/2026
Designing a “forever home” looks different today.
It is less about a fixed idea and more about flexibility over time. How a home supports daily life now and adapts years from now without compromise.
Our latest blog explores how we approach long-term living through thoughtful planning, elevated main-level living, and what we call invisible accessibility. Design that performs without calling attention to itself.
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04/21/2026
Fire becomes the anchor across these homes,
a consistent element shaped by different materials, forms, and settings.
From contemporary patios to mountain retreats, each space is designed around the same idea, bringing people together. Thoughtful use of stone, wood, and light helps define these moments, creating places that extend beyond the walls and into how people gather and connect.
Sopher Sparn Architects
04/16/2026
The Sopher Sparn team spent time giving back alongside , supporting the landscapes and waterways that shape the places we design.
As architects, we think a lot about how buildings meet the land. Taking part in efforts like this is a small but meaningful way to stay connected to the environments we’re working to protect.
Grateful to be out there with a team committed to making a positive impact on and off the drawing board.
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04/14/2026
Stair design does more than connect levels.
It becomes structure, a focal point, and a way of organizing movement through a space.
Across projects, each approach responds to context, material, and use. From minimal floating assemblies to more expressive steel and wood structures, the stair often defines how a space is experienced.
04/07/2026
Tranquil Horizon
Boulder County, CO | Estimated Completion: 2026
Taking shape near Baseline Reservoir, Tranquil Horizon is designed to elevate daily living above the landscape. The main living spaces are positioned on the second floor to capture expansive views of the reservoir and the Flatirons, with deep overhangs and precise openings shaping light throughout the home.
Now under construction, the project reflects a clear response to site, views, and long-term livability.
03/25/2026
HUB 28th St taking shape in Boulder.
Now under construction, this 210,000 SF student housing community is designed to support connection, wellness, and everyday living.
The project brings together a mix of shared indoor and outdoor spaces including a rooftop pool and clubhouse, fitness and yoga areas, and a series of courtyards that create quieter moments within a dense urban site.
With a focus on pedestrian access, bike connectivity, and integrated amenity spaces, HUB is designed to support how students live today.
Location: Boulder, CO
Estimated Completion: June 2026
Builder: Power Construction
03/18/2026
Golf season is around the corner.
Sopher Sparn Architects revitalized the Boulder Country Club Clubhouse with a renovation and expansion of the historic Hoby Wagner building, creating new dining, bar, and gathering spaces that open to sweeping views of the course and Front Range.
A place designed for community, conversation, and the start of another season on the greens.
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