MorningStar at Holly Park
Centennial, CO
MorningStar at Holly Park is where luxury senior living meets the charm of Centennial, CO, a picturesque suburb of Denver. Just steps from the idyllic Little Dry Creek trail, and conveniently close to entertainment venues and medical facilities, it embodies location, convenience, and luxury at its finest. Tailored to cater to the evolving needs of today’s seniors, MorningStar at Holly Park offers a trio of lifestyle options: 85 Independent Living suites, 50 Assisted Living suites, and 25 Memory Care suites.
This remarkable community sits on a 3-acre parcel at the junction of South Holly Street and E. Arapahoe Road, boasting a stunning four-story building spanning approximately ±212,390 GSF and housing a total of 160 units. Each suite is meticulously designed for comfort and functionality, with residential kitchenettes equipped with Energy Star appliances, ensuring efficiency and adherence to current IECC standards for heating and cooling through Energy Modeling.
The sophisticated design of MorningStar at Holly Park blends with the surrounding neighborhood while delivering wonderful indoor spaces and lavishly landscaped outdoor areas. The grand wood-framed entrance and the second-floor Assisted Living terrace set the tone for the entire community. The design focuses on contemporary elements inspired by nature, incorporating a palette of colors reminiscent of the nearby foothills, along with unique wood details and finishes.
Upon entering the two-story lobby, residents are treated to views through the Independent Living dining room, extending to the courtyard beyond. The 2nd floor Life Enrichment area opens to the lobby below and to the terrace, providing an inviting space for al fresco dining and lounging, complete with fire pits and a bistro. Residents can unwind at the indoor saline swimming pool. For added convenience, a 17,647 GSF parking garage with 46 spaces, including ADA and electric vehicle (EV) stations integrate into the sloping grade, providing immediate access to the first floor. There are 110 surface parking spaces available, which include four ADA-compliant spaces and two EV spaces.
The Independent Living wellness and fitness areas open to the courtyard, creating a serene outdoor space for residents to enjoy the sunny Colorado weather. The fourth floor Independent Living rooftop terrace and club room are thoughtfully designed to highlight the western mountains of the Front Range.
Aligning with modern trends in senior living design, MorningStar at Holly Park provides additional resident storage for rent, a theater for movie nights, and space for Sunday services. The community also boasts massage and physical therapy suites with on-site staff, a salon, bocce courts, an interior saline swimming pool/hot tub, and a dog park. Other amenities include a beverage-snack Bistro and game room, arts and crafts room, nail/hair salon, outdoor movies, outdoor fire pits, and water features. Staff offices are located on the third floor, ensuring immediate access while separated from the residential areas.
MorningStar at Holly Park is a successful collaboration between Rosemann & Associates’ Denver team, co-developers MorningStar Senior Living and Edgemark Development, and trade partners.