Denver’s ‘canyon building’ One River North opens Wednesday | Business [Video]

One River North, which has quickly become a distinctive landmark in Denver, is finally ready to be lived in.

For nearly 2.5 years, those driving on Interstate 70 and Interstate 25 through the River North Arts District (RiNo) have seen construction workers building up the 16-floor apartment tower seemingly broken by a giant canyon-like gash cutting through it.

On Wednesday, the building officially opens.

Construction has almost wrapped up as crews put on finishing touches and complete work on the rooftop terrace. 

Several early residents have already moved into the building, 3930 Blake Street, property manager Madeline Haslett told the Denver Gazette at a media preview on Tuesday. But the opening will mark the start of apartment tours — an essential part of attracting residents to fill the architectural marvel.

So far, One River North leased 17 of its 187 apartments “sight unseen” since opening its pre-leasing applications in October, she said, but expects the number …