on Oct 14, 2025

Cary Hirschstein Shares Insights on Stadium-Anchored Development in The Denver Post

What makes a stadium district successful beyond game day? In a recent Denver Post article examining the Denver Broncos’ vision for Burnham Yard, HR&A Partner Cary Hirschstein offered insights drawn from his experience advising cities and teams on stadium-anchored mixed-use developments across the country. 

 

Cary emphasized the importance of thoughtful sequencing—starting with uses that create everyday activity and lasting value, such as multifamily housing, alongside a district’s major entertainment anchors. When coupled with meaningful initial phase investments in district infrastructure, public realm, and open space, the stage can be set for the success of future phase retail, entertainment, hospitality, corporate tenants, and housing.  

 

While there is no single blueprint to the successful buildout of a mixed-use district, the creation of a year-round presence at the site is essential to defining a place as a true district. His perspective highlights a broader trend in urban development: stadium-anchored districts are most successful when they serve as vibrant, connected neighborhoods year-round, not just destinations for sports and events. 

 

Read the full article in The Denver Post