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Slate at Gray's Landing

Written by Kaas Wilson Architects | Jan 30, 2026 4:08:23 PM

Slate at Gray’s Landing is a 132-unit, market-rate community for active adults aged 55+, located in the heart of downtown Des Moines, IA. 

PROJECT SUMMARY

 

This vibrant, mixed-use neighborhood offers residents convenient access to downtown attractions, trails, and multi-modal transportation options.

Over 6,500 square feet of community amenities are thoughtfully programmed to support a vibrant lifestyle. These include a clubhouse with a fitness studio, yoga and group fitness areas, sauna, and an indoor pool, creating opportunities for year-round wellness. The design promotes a lifestyle centered around well-being, social connection, and personal fulfillment.

Residents can entertain in The Lounge, which connects to The Deck, featuring outdoor dining, a firepit, and a kitchen with gas grills. Additional amenities—such as a multi-sport simulator, grandkids’ corner, library, pet wash, and off-leash dog run—offer endless options for active and engaged living.

The interior design embraces a refined neutral palette enriched with carefully curated metallic materials, resulting in a sophisticated and modern aesthetic that residents can enjoy as they downsize to a stress-free, relaxed feel in their new home.

 

 

PROJECT DETAILS

owner: SHERMAN ASSOCIATES
LOCATION: DES MOINES, IA
PROJECT TYPE: ACTIVE ADULT, 55+
status: COMPLETED IN 2023
PROJECT size: 196,821 SF, 132 UNITS

the team

kaas wilson architects:
ROYE ARIE & MAI XIONG
General Contractor: BALL TEAM
Structural: SANDMAN STRUCTURAL ENGINEERS
Civil/Landscape: SNYDER & ASSOCIATES
MEP: CAIN THOMAS ASSOCIATES
INTERIORS: KAAS WILSON INTERIORS