RTA Architects, Inc.

08/10/2026

We're honored to see The Gazette highlight RTA's merger with SLAM Collaborative. Together, we're expanding opportunities, sharing expertise, and strengthening our ability to serve clients and communities across Colorado and beyond.

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An architecture firm headquartered in Colorado Springs has merged with a national brand. RTA Architects has operated in Colorado Springs for 51 years. The firm designed landmarks like the Pikes Peak Visitors Center and the Hybl Sports Medicine and Performance Center at the University of Colorado at....

08/06/2026

The Academy District 20 Douglass Valley PK-8 has officially broken ground!

Construction for the new school is officially underway. Designed to provide expanded educational opportunities for students, the new school will feature flexible PK-8 learning environments, connections to the outdoors, thoughtfully designed staff collaboration spaces, and abundant natural light. Our team had a wonderful time celebrating this important milestone with students, families, community members, the district, and Air Force Academy leaders.

Congratulations and thank you, the project team! CMTA, Matrix Design Group, HCDA, DHM Design, Nunn Construction Inc.

Learn more about this exciting project: https://rtaarchitects.com/portfolio/education/douglass-valley-pk-8-school

08/04/2026

A new chapter begins.

We're excited to announce that SLAM and RTA Architects have merged, bringing together two distinguished firms that share a commitment to client-first design, strong relationships, and creating meaningful impact in the communities we serve.

Together, we're expanding our expertise, strengthening our resources, and creating new opportunities to support clients across key markets, including healthcare and K–12 education, all while continuing to deliver the collaborative, hands-on service our clients know and trust.

We look forward to building what's next together.

Read the full press release here: https://rtaarchitects.com/news/slam-collaborative-and-rta-architects-announce-merger-to-enhance-services-for-clients-nationwide-and-expand-design-opportunities

07/30/2026

Happy ! At RTA, we believe in investing in the next generation of designers, planners, and architects. Today, we’re proud to recognize the talented students spending their summer with the RTA team and gaining hands-on experience in the architecture and design profession.

Anders, a Graduate student at the University of Michigan, and Caroline, a Graduate student at Texas Tech, have both been with RTA throughout the summer and will be returning to school in August. Owen, an undergraduate student at the University of Southern California, joined RTA for a portion of the summer for a quick but valuable internship.

We were also thrilled to host Keegan, a Palmer Ridge High School student, and Orion, a Coronado High School student, through the ACE Mentor Program this summer, providing additional opportunities for high school students to explore careers in the design and construction industry.

As a firm dedicated to lifelong learning, we are proud to support students as they explore the profession, develop new skills, and gain real-world experience. Thank you to all of our interns for your hard work, curiosity, and contributions this summer!



Taubman College of Architecture + Urban Planning Texas Tech University Huckabee College of Architecture USC School of Architecture Coronado High School - Colorado Springs District 11

07/16/2026

There’s no better way to beat the summer heat than with an ice cream truck!

Earlier this week, the Mannington Ice Cream Truck stopped by RTA to treat our team to a cool afternoon break. It was a fun way to connect and stay cool during these hot summer days. A big thank you to Mannington Commercial for making our day a little sweeter!

06/18/2026

Early Connections Learning Centers Alice Bemis Taylor Center for Early Education is officially complete!

This project transformed a downtown Colorado Springs office building into a vibrant early education center. With a welcoming new entry, playful colors, wall graphics, and engaging classrooms, the space is designed for young learners. The center will serve up to 140 children, expanding Early Connections’ impact and advancing their mission to provide comprehensive, high-quality early education for all children. We were honored to celebrate the grand opening alongside families, staff, and the community!

And a big thank you to the project team: Cator, Ruma & Associates, JPS Engineering, HCDA Engineering, N.E.S. Inc, KitchenTech, GH Phipps Construction Companies

Group photos courtesy of Early Connections

05/28/2026

RTA was thrilled to celebrate the open house of the Valley-Wide Health & Wellness Center in Alamosa! This project transformed a historic Spanish Mission-style courthouse into a vibrant health center that co-locates services, including primary care, behavioral health, and physical therapy, under one roof. The renovation preserved the building’s historic character while creating a unified campus that supports integrated care.

Visit our website to learn more about this project: https://rtaarchitects.com/portfolio/health-care/valley-wide-health-wellness-center

Thank you and congratulations to Valley-Wide Health Systems, Inc. and the project team! Farnsworth Group, Kiowa Engineering, MGA Structural Engineering, Ground Logic, Nunn Construction Inc.

05/22/2026

Exciting news for the Academy District 20 Douglass Valley PK-8! The district has secured a grant from the Department of Defense’s Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation through the Public Schools on Military Installations program, funding a significant portion of the project and bringing the project to life.

The new Douglass Valley PK-8 will provide exceptional learning environments, including a learning stair, classroom pods with natural light, activity commons areas for group and independent work, and outdoor connections.

Visit our website to learn more about this project: https://rtaarchitects.com/portfolio/education/douglass-valley-pk-8-school

05/20/2026

Durango School District’s Three Springs Elementary School has officially broken ground! RTA was proud to celebrate this exciting milestone alongside students, staff, and district leaders.

With a planned opening ahead of the 2028–29 school year, this innovative new school will create collaborative indoor and outdoor learning environments (wrap-around learning porches!) while thoughtfully integrating the building into the natural landscape. We’re honored to help shape a project that invests in the future of Durango’s students while challenging the boundaries of traditional learning environments. Visit our website to learn more about the project: https://rtaarchitects.com/portfolio/education/three-springs-elementary-school

Thank you and congratulations to the project team: Reynolds Ash + Associates ME&E Engineering, SET Engineering, LLC, HCDA Engineering, DHM Design, Kitchen Tech, Jacobs Solutions Inc., Nunn Construction Inc.


Groundbreaking Photos courtesy of Durango School District

05/15/2026

Another milestone for The Colorado Springs School District 11 Palmer High School transformation!

RTA joined students, staff, alumni, the design team, and the contractor in signing the final concrete panel before it was lowered into place. This marks a key moment in construction as the building structure is officially complete. We’re proud to be part of Palmer’s continued legacy and excited to see the vision come to life!

Thank you and congratulations to the team! Perkins Eastman, Adolfson & Peterson Construction, HCDA Engineering, CMTA, JPS Engineering, N.E.S. Inc