Constructed in the late 19th century, the Ice House building at 1801 Wynkoop Street started life around 1895 as the Littleton Creamery. It was later expanded by Beatrice Foods to function as a cold storage warehouse. Before modern refrigeration, its name came from the many ice vaults used to keep goods frozen — a testament to its original industrial purpose. The building’s masonry is especially noteworthy: its brickwork reflects a Renaissance-style design, and over time it became a landmark in Denver’s Lower Downtown (LoDo) district. After decades of use as a cold storage facility (around 80 years), the building was repurposed in the mid-1980s. In 1985, it was added to the National Register of Historic Places, securing its status as a historic structure. Today, the Ice House building combines its rich industrial past with modern adaptation — offering loft-style residential and commercial condo spaces while maintaining its architectural integrity.