Transforming Historic Sites into Timeless Spaces with Bill Moon
Dot Dot Dot: The NINE dot ARTS Podcast
Episode 71
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Bill Moon, a seasoned architect with Tryba Architects, discusses his career, Tryba’s philosophy of “first, do no harm,” and their approach to design and urban development. Bill describes how Tryba creates timeless, contextually relevant places that focus on community collaboration, prioritize people over machines, and aim to repurpose rather than demolish – highlighting the social, environmental, and economic benefits of these choices. Bill and host Martha McGee also touch on the evolution of cities and the role of mixed-use developments in creating vibrant urban environments. The pair stress the integral role of art in the design of such environments, emphasizing artist engagement from the outset. The insightful interview concludes with a discussion of various Tryba projects, including Clayton Lane and Fox Park, demonstrating the firm’s unique approach to revitalizing underutilized urban spaces.
Discussed in the Episode:
Tryba Architects
CoorsTek
Frank Lloyd Wright Architecture at Florida Southern College
DNF Clock Tower
Cherry Creek
Larimer Square
Wellington E. Webb Municipal Building
Janus Head by Larry Kirkland
Fox Park
Denver Botanical Gardens
Virgin Hotel
Denver Urban Renewal Authority
Denver Post printing facility
Clayton Lane
Clayworks District in Golden, CO
Lower Downtown Denver
Bill Moon on LinkedIn
About Bill Moon:
Bill Moon, AIA joined Tryba Architects in 1990. In his role as Managing Principal, he leads the firm’s business development, project management, staffing, and operations. Bill is dedicated to the design, adaptive reuse, and redevelopment of structures, systems, and the public realm of the modern city, focusing on the long-term opportunities of urban infill and neighborhood revitalization. He sits on the Cherry Creek North Design Advisory Board and volunteers to aid various local organizations in their efforts to promote smart growth initiatives and the rehabilitation of historic structures. Bill’s work meaningfully connects the history of a place and the aspirations for its future, establishing a language of sustainable, contemporary urbanism that skillfully balances continuity with change—reestablishing deep associations between people, history, and the environment through innovative, contextual design.
About Dot Dot Dot: The NINE dot ARTS Podcast:
Dot Dot Dot is the continuing conversation around art in the built environment. Episodes explore art, culture, placemaking, and more with a range of reputable art and business leaders. Tune in biweekly to learn how an original art experience can boost your business and make a positive social impact. Episodes are available wherever you get your podcasts!