Architecture and Aesthetics Report Summary

This Architecture and Aesthetics Report is prepared for the State of Utah Division of Facilities Construction and Management (DFCM) in support of the Cottonwood Canyons Transit Stations project. The report provides architectural and aesthetic guidance for substantial improvements at two resort bus stops located at Solitude Ski Resort and Brighton Ski Resort. The project is associated with a programming and design services request for proposal with a construction budget of $19,100,000.00. The report serves as a supporting document to inform the design development process and establish aesthetic standards and architectural considerations for the proposed transit station facilities.

The report establishes design principles, aesthetic guidelines, and architectural requirements that qualified design firms must incorporate into their programming and design proposals. As a supporting exhibit to the Request for Proposal, this document provides technical direction regarding site-specific conditions, environmental context, visual impact considerations, and design standards applicable to the Cottonwood Canyons Transit Stations project. The guidelines ensure that design submissions align with the State's vision for these high-visibility public facilities at both mountain resort locations while maintaining consistency with regional aesthetic standards and functional requirements for transit operations.