COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 17, 2026--
Thompson Thrift, a full-service, nationally recognized real estate company and one of the nation’s leading multifamily developers, recently hosted a ribbon cutting celebration for Switch, a 276-unit Class A multifamily community within Colorado Springs’ Polaris Pointe development.
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“Switch reflects Thompson Thrift’s commitment to creating high-quality communities in locations where residents want to live, work and spend time,” said Angie Atkins, senior vice president of community management for Thompson Thrift. “With thoughtfully designed apartment homes, resort-style amenities and convenient access to employment, dining and entertainment, Switch offers residents a comfortable and connected lifestyle in Colorado Springs.”
Located on approximately 11 acres at the intersection of two major thoroughfares, Voyager Parkway and North Gate Blvd., Switch offers excellent visibility and connectivity to I-25, allowing residents to reach top area employers within a few minutes, including the U.S. Air Force Academy, UCHealth Memorial Hospital North and Progressive Insurance. Residents can also reach greater Colorado Springs in 20 minutes and downtown Denver in only 40 minutes.
Switch provides 276 apartment homes in one-, two- and three-bedroom configurations. Apartment homes average 1,000 square feet and feature a host of premium amenities including stainless-steel appliances, glass-top ranges, hardwood-style flooring, walk-in showers, multiple smart home capabilities and full-sized washers and dryers. Additionally, select units offer premium appliances, cabinetry with soft-close doors, a deluxe closet system with shelving and garage options.
Community amenities include a fully equipped 24-hour fitness center, resort-style heated swimming pool, electric firepits, a billiards and shuffleboard area, bike storage and workshop, a dog park and pet spa, and a coffee bar. Residents can utilize the residence conference room with video conference technology, the outdoor entertainment kitchen, and community-wide Wi-Fi.
During the ribbon-cutting celebration, guests toured the clubhouse, model home and community amenities. As part of Thompson Thrift's ongoing commitment to supporting the communities where it develops, the company also presented a charitable donation to Dream Centers’ Mary’s Home, a long-term transitional housing program in Colorado Springs offering care and supportive housing for single mothers and their children exiting homelessness.
“Positively impacting the communities where we live and work is an important part of Thompson Thrift’s mission,” said Tamera Greene, vice president of community management for Thompson Thrift. “We are pleased to support Dream Centers’ Mary’s Home and its efforts to provide mothers and children with housing and resources as they work toward a brighter future.”
Switch is strategically located within Colorado Springs’ Polaris Pointe development, a 60-business, 200-acre retail complex that features the brand-new Ford Amphitheater, an 8,000-seat entertainment venue that includes a 45,000-square-foot, year-round restaurant and event center. Additional dining, entertainment and shopping options at Polaris Pointe include Sprouts, Bass Pro Shops, Chick-fil-A, Topgolf, indoor skydiving at iFly, trampoline and adventure park AirCity 360 and Overdrive Raceway.
Over the past 40 years, Thompson Thrift has invested more than $7.3 billion into local communities and has become known as a trusted partner engaged in all aspects of development, construction, leasing, and management of high-quality real estate projects across the country.
Equity for the development was provided by Thompson Thrift 2023 Multifamily Development, LP.
About Thompson Thrift Real Estate Company
Since its founding in 1986, Thompson Thrift has grown from a locally focused development and construction company into a full-service, integrated enterprise with a national scope. From its offices in Indianapolis and Terre Haute, Indiana; Denver; Houston; and Phoenix the company is engaged in all aspects of development, construction, leasing and management of quality multifamily and commercial projects. The company earned national recognition as a winner of a 2026 Top Workplaces USA award, the latest accolade that reflects the company's ongoing commitment to excellence in the community and workplace. For more information, please visit www.thompsonthrift.com.
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Thompson Thrift Hosts Ribbon Cutting for Switch, a 276-Unit Luxury Multifamily Community in Colorado Springs
CARY, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Sep 17, 2026--
Cornerstone Building Brands, a leading manufacturer of exterior building products in North America, today released its fifth annual Corporate Governance & Responsibility Report, highlighting the company's progress in safety, operational efficiency, product stewardship, community investment and governance practices during 2025.
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The report demonstrates how Cornerstone Building Brands is advancing its purpose of Building a Better Tomorrow by connecting responsible business practices to customer value, operational excellence and long-term business performance. Highlights include continued improvements in workplace safety, the diversion of 87.2% of waste from landfill and ongoing support for affordable housing initiatives across North America.
"At Cornerstone Building Brands, we believe responsible business practices and strong operational performance go hand in hand," said Gunner Smith, Chief Executive Officer. "Throughout 2025, we continued to strengthen our safety culture, improve operational efficiency, advance product innovation and support the communities where we live and work. Looking ahead, we plan to stay focused on what matters most by continuing to strengthen our safety practices, turn operational assessments into meaningful improvements and explore opportunities in product stewardship."
Key achievements highlighted in the 2025 Corporate Governance & Responsibility Report include:
Safety & Operational Excellence: In 2025, Cornerstone Building Brands continued to strengthen its culture of safety and continuous improvement through initiatives focused on employee well-being, hazard prevention and operational discipline. Highlights included the rollout of its Safety Culture program, expanded use of safety analytics, enhanced machine guarding and hearing conservation efforts, and a remote medical treatment program that provides employees with faster access to care.
Product Stewardship & Innovation: The company continued to advance durable, energy-efficient and high-performing building solutions designed to meet customer needs while supporting long-term sustainability goals. Highlights included ENERGY STAR® Most Efficient window offerings, ongoing testing of products under extreme weather conditions, development of the SunSteel™ integrated solar roof system and collaboration with industry organizations such as the Polymeric Exterior Products Association (PEPA) and the Vinyl Institute to support recycling and circularity initiatives.
Community Impact: In 2025, Cornerstone Building Brands continued to leverage its products, partnerships and employee volunteerism to strengthen local communities. Through its Home for Good project, the company strengthened its long-standing partnership with Habitat for Humanity to help expand access to affordable housing, serving as presenting sponsor of the Habitat Wake Builders Blitz. The company also expanded employee volunteer opportunities through its Connecting Communities program, supporting more than 225 organizations with more than 6,800 employee volunteer hours since 2022.
Talent & Culture: The company continued investing in its people through programs designed to support growth, engagement and inclusion. Highlights included the launch of its enterprise-wide internship program, expansion of the Aspiring Leaders program and continued growth of the Inclusion in Action Council, which helps foster connection and engagement across the organization.
Governance & Accountability: Cornerstone Building Brands continued to strengthen its governance framework through enhanced oversight, transparency and risk management practices. Key initiatives included completion of a refreshed double materiality assessment, ongoing Board-level oversight of sustainability priorities, third-party assurance of Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions data, and continued investments in ethics and compliance, cybersecurity and responsible supply chain governance.
Learn more about how Cornerstone Building Brands is creating value for customers, supporting its people and communities, and Building a Better Tomorrow by reading the full 2025 Corporate Governance & Responsibility Report here.
About Cornerstone Building Brands
Cornerstone Building Brands is a leading manufacturer of exterior building products for residential and low-rise non-residential buildings in North America. Headquartered in Cary, N.C., we serve residential and commercial customers across the new construction and Repair & Remodel (R&R) markets. Our market-leading portfolio of products spans vinyl windows, vinyl siding, metal roofing, metal wall systems and metal accessories. Cornerstone Building Brands’ broad, multi-channel distribution platform and expansive national footprint includes approximately 19,400 team members at manufacturing, distribution and office locations throughout North America. Corporate stewardship is embedded in our culture and guides our commitment to responsible growth, environmental care and community impact. For more information, visit us at cornerstonebuildingbrands.com.
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2025 Corporate Governance & Responsibility Report demonstrates how Cornerstone Building Brands is Building a Better Tomorrow for customers, communities and team members. Photo courtesy: Cornerstone Building Brands
