Building for Resilience: How ELIO, ESTELLE, and CASSINI Are Future-Proofing Multifamily Housing at Peña Station

As climate events become more frequent and utility costs rise, designing resilient, energy-efficient housing isn’t just good policy — it’s smart business.
According to a recent national ranking, Colorado is now the #2 best-prepared state in the U.S. for climate resilience(source). At Peña Station, we’re proud to contribute to that momentum through the thoughtful development of ELIO, ESTELLE, and CASSINI — three new multifamily communities built for long-term performance.

🌱 A Foundation in Sustainability

Each of our Peña Station properties is built to meet or exceed the most current green building standards. Together, they share a common mission: to deliver resilient, sustainable housing that benefits residents, investors, and the surrounding community.

Our buildings include:

• NGBS Gold Certification
  Recognized for superior energy efficiency, water conservation, improved indoor air quality, and overall sustainability

• Compliance with the City of Denver’s Energize Program
  Aligned with citywide climate goals and designed to benefit from future sustainability incentives

• Pre-wiring for solar panel installation
  Enabling cost-effective solar deployment to offset energy costs and future-proof utility planning

Built for the Right Place, at the Right Time

Peña Station is one of Denver’s most forward-looking districts — a transit-connected smart city node located adjacent to Denver International Airport. The area is experiencing major public and private investment, including:

• The expansion of Denver International Airport ($2.9B+ capital plan)

• The new United Airlines flight training campus (creating thousands of jobs through 2027)

• The 450-key expansion of Gaylord Rockies Resort, boosting hospitality employment

• Emerging aerospace and biotech manufacturing corridors, increasing long-term regional job growth

This growth supports ongoing housing demand, positioning our projects for strong lease-up performance and long-term NOI stability.

The ROI of Resilience

We believe sustainable design creates value on multiple fronts:

• Lower operating costs: NGBS Gold buildings consistently perform with reduced energy and maintenance overhead

• Stronger asset value: Energy-efficient buildings can achieve up to 15% higher valuation premiums

• Resident satisfaction: Healthier, more efficient buildings lead to better quality of life and improved retention

• Improved NOI: Energy and water savings can boost net operating income by 3–7% annually, according to recent multifamily performance studies

Future-Ready Housing That Performs

In a market where climate risk and energy volatility are rising, resilience is no longer optional — it’s essential. At ELIO, ESTELLE, and CASSINI, we’re building communities that don’t just respond to today’s needs, but anticipate what’s next.

These properties reflect our belief that the best developments are those that protect both people and performance — delivering stability, sustainability, and lasting value.