DENVER-More than 15,000 architects, planners and designers are attending the 2001 convention of the American Institute of Architects, the largest in Denver this year. At least $21.4 million is expected to be pumped into the economy.

DENVER-A new report says more out-of-town visitors stayed overnight in Denver last year than ever before, with an 8% percent growth in pleasure visitors far outpacing the nationwide trend.

DENVER-A developer/real estate lawyer breaks ground on an $18-million, four-story, 72,000-sf mixed-use project along what once was Denver's "Main Street" but for decades has been on a downward spiral.

DENVER-The 116-unit Swallow Hill Condominiums project is a case study of how developers facing opposition should respond to gain the support of neighborhood groups. Charleston, SC-based Greystar Real Estate does just that.

DENVER, CO-AmeriVest Properties Inc., focusing exclusively on owning and operating office buildings that cater to small and medium-sized tenants, reports results that include three new Denver-area buildings in its portfolio.

DENVER-Cleveland-based KeyCorp's commercial real estate group closes a $202-million loan with Archstone Communities Trust, allowing the REIT to finance a loan on 11 apartment properties in its portfolio across the US.

GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO-One of the largest owners and managers of manufactured housing communities sees FFO increase 5.3%. Results were hurt by weather-related repair and utility costs.

DENVER-Matrix Capital Bank, the fourth-largest savings and loan in New Mexico, may move its headquarters and a retail bank to Denver within the next six to nine months. The bank's parent already is headquartered here.