The entire Union Station redevelopment may not be complete until July 12th but many of the individual elements are complete; such as the North and South Wing buildings. For the next two posts, we will be taking a final look at both buildings, starting with the North Wing Building, also known as IMA Financial Plaza.

Both of the wing buildings have a very minimalist design with a tan brick and glass facade. This was done intentionally to not take any attention away from the great historic architecture of Union Station.

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Each of the wing buildings feature a glass curtain wall facing the historic station with retail along Wynkoop Plaza. The brickwork is also very intricate and adds a lot of subtle detail to the building. Throughout the facade, there are articulated bricks that change the texture and shadow of the building during the course of a day.

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The entrance to the North Wing Building is facing Union Station along Wynkoop Plaza. Just beyond the lobby entrance are the stairs to the new pedestrian bridge, which are attached to the building.

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Four years ago, there was a parking lot where this building stands now. What a great improvement! Welcome to Downtown Denver and Union Station, IMA Financial Plaza!