Testimonial: “It was great having the opportunity to call on local expertise when we made the decision to build an Inpatient Physical Rehabilitation Unit at SLVRMC. Colorado Construction provided construction management which was certainly beneficial for us. With their involvement we were able to complete out project using many local trades which helps our community and keeps dollars in the Valley.”

Russ Jophnson, CEO, SLV Regional Medical Center
106 Blanca Avenue, Alamosa, CO 81101 - 719-587-1200

Each medical facility has a different need. AFMC opened in 1988 and the resident physicians are still pleased with it. The building was designed to be virtually maintenance free and has met the needs of the doctors, the staff, and the low-income community members it serves. Construction costs for the facility were cut to the bone using pre-engineered building systems. It is located on the same campus as the local hospital to give local residents easy access to inpatient and outpatient services.

The architect, Albert Moore, worked closely with VWHS administration, employees and Colorado Construction. The building design reflects the corporate logo - the Medicine Wheel. Architectural elements accentuate the circular design of the Medicine Wheel throughout this rural health system headquarters.

Testimonial: "The planning and construction of a medical office building can be a complicated and frustrating undertaking. The experienced staff at Colorado Construction were able to gently guide and direct us toward what we needed, wanted and most importantly, could afford."

Marguerite Salazar, President/CEO, Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc.
128 Market Street, Alamosa, CO 81101 - 719-589-5161

The new Hospice del Valle building was originally a warehouse that has recently been turned into a warm and friendly place that provides an important community service. The 5000 sq. ft. building was constructed to include a 1800 sq. ft. conference room, in addition to a spacious reception area, administrative offices, billing services, the Director's office, staff offices, kitchen and bathroom areas. Because of the nature of the services they provide, private rooms were created for family support and grief recovery.

The conference room was designed to meet the needs of non-profit groups who require adequate meeting space. The conference room can seat 70-80 people comfortably. From the kitchen and conference room, to the reception area, the building was truly designed and built to meet the needs of a rural hospice provide., their clients and families.

Testimonial: "We were very pleased with the attention to detail we received from the Colorado Construction Staff. It was a pleasure working with them again, almost 10 years after our first encounter on the La Jara Services Building. They were all very accommodating and sensitive to our specific needs."

Lois Booth, RN, Director, Hospice del Valle
514 Main Street, Alamosa, CO 81101 - 719-589-9019

The design includes a main entrance with spacious reception areas with plentiful seating and an attractive color scheme. The clinic has wheelchair access, ten examination rooms, one treatment room, six administration offices, a laboratory, medical records storage, and more.

The exterior of the facility is stucco and styled with a definite Spanish influence. A Butler Steel building with metal stud framing was used to keep costs to a minimum. The clinic is the only medical facility in the area. It is frequently described as the "nicest building in town". Private physicians and clinic administrators who want to build rural health centers in Colorado have toured the building to see a great example of how to build for functionality and usability, while achieving an inviting and calming atmosphere for their patients.

Several workshop sessions were held initially with the County, Social Services, Public Health/Nursing Services and Colorado Construction. The goal was to develop a building that served the needs of the individuals who worked there and the people they served.

Colorado Construction had several roles in this project. They worked as general contractor, project manager, construction manager and supervised all the subcontractors. Construction manager, Neil Tringham, worked closely with all entities involved in the project. Because of their collaboration there was less confusion and the entire team worked together efficiently and smoothly. All were in agreement with process. The team was on time and within budget for every phase of the project.

The building also houses a laboratory, Audiology Department, Echocardiography, Ultrasound, and Bone Densitometry in addition to internal departments such as the business office and medical records.

The scope of the project included not only a convenient location, easy access and state-of-the-art medical/surgical facilities, but a two story building that is the most attractive and spacious medical facility in the area. Efficient exam rooms, offices with windows, bright interiors, open foyer and reception area are just a few of the design elements that portray a warm but professional atmosphere. The clinic is centrally located and was designed to meet the medical specialty needs of the entire San Luis Valley.

The building is small but graceful and meets the needs of the particular clientele served by a community mental health facility. The design included high ceilings and floor to ceiling windows in various areas of clinic to provide bright, natural lighting. The offices and reception area are decorated with the client in mind - soft, peaceful colors and design elements.

From the exterior design, to the roofing materials, this building was well thought out and designed to be easy to maintain. The structure and function are perfectly met for both the personnel and the client. This clinic serves an entire region of rural Colorado.