We were just asking ourselves the other day when construction would begin on The Hardwick. We’ve been writing about this old steel plant for two years now, and can’t wait to see its transformation. Good news: construction has now begun, and we can’t wait to see the results when the building’s finished in early 2024.

The Hardwick is a 111-year-old steel processing plant located on the eastern end of the Rotary Trail downtown, just across from the most colorful warehouse in town, which is home to the Good Dog Park & Bar. 

The Hardwick’s located in a prime spot to serve as a community hub. It’s right on the ever-expanding Red Rock Trail System, which will eventually connect to Pepper Place. 

From The Hardwick, people will be able to walk or ride to trails, parks, bike lanes and sidewalks throughout Jefferson County. 

Here’s some of what we can expect to see: 

“What’s really unique about The Hardwick is we are giving second life to this former steel manufacturing plant and revamping it into some really dynamic office space along with ground-level restaurants and retail.

It’s going to tie into the Rotary Trail and become an anchor at the end of the block. It’s going to celebrate the history of this downtown area while turning it into a community asset.”

Anticipated completion date is set for early 2024.

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