Mixed-use Retail and Commercial Development
Ground Up Office Building with Shopping Spaces Located in Central Boise, Idaho
The newly completed shopping mall and four-story office center in central Boise, Idaho, represents a transformative urban development designed to reimagine a once-industrial landscape into a dynamic civic and commercial destination. Situated at the heart of a major intersection previously dominated by factory warehouses, this project is the result of a four-year design and development collaboration between a prominent national developer, the City of Boise’s planning and urban design authorities, and the surrounding community. Officially completed in 2023, the project sets a new benchmark for mixed-use design, pedestrian-first planning, and technologically advanced public engagement.
Spanning an impressive footprint, the site includes 120,000 square feet of Class A office space, distributed across four levels of high-ceiling, daylight-optimized floorplates. This office center is tailored to attract a wide range of tenants, from innovative tech startups to established corporate firms, offering flexible layouts, integrated smart building systems, and panoramic views of Boise’s evolving skyline. The commercial levels are supported by state-of-the-art mechanical, electrical, and HVAC systems, meeting and exceeding LEED standards, while interior finishes blend industrial character with modern elegance — a subtle nod to the site’s historical past.
At the street level, the retail experience anchors the development with a thoughtfully curated mix of flagship stores, boutique retail, and dining concepts, aimed at serving both the daytime office population and surrounding residential communities. The building’s south-facing façade features an iconic, programmable LED lightshow and digital advertisement array, making it a visual focal point of the district and a beacon for nighttime activity. This high-tech display system is seamlessly integrated into the building envelope, engineered to minimize light pollution while maximizing creative potential for brand activations, community messaging, and seasonal shows.
Urban connectivity was a central pillar of the master planning process. The project occupies a pivotal site at the confluence of several transit corridors and sought to restore the pedestrian experience in a previously underutilized zone. A comprehensive traffic study informed the introduction of new signalized intersections, curb extensions, widened sidewalks, and ADA-compliant crosswalks that encourage pedestrian and cyclist movement while regulating vehicular flows. Drop-off zones, rideshare hubs, and micro-mobility stations enhance the accessibility of the site, promoting a car-optional lifestyle in support of the City of Boise’s long-term sustainability goals.
Designed in close collaboration with city officials and with extensive public feedback, the architectural language of the development embraces a contemporary aesthetic rooted in Boise’s western heritage. Materials were sourced regionally where possible, and the massing strategy of the buildings prioritizes human scale and daylight access. Street-level transparency, art-infused public spaces, and shaded pedestrian promenades contribute to a vibrant sense of place that supports both economic activity and community gathering.
This mixed-use hub is more than just a commercial destination — it’s a reactivation of urban potential. It honors the industrial legacy of the site while embracing the vitality of Boise’s future. Through disciplined planning, advanced technologies, and inclusive design, the project has become a model for sustainable and equitable urban redevelopment in the Pacific Northwest.