ASPEN, CO-Hard Rock Cafe locks the key on its decade-old eatery in Aspen's historic Elks Lodge. The chain says it's looking for more space in the ritzy ski town that boasts rental rates of up to $125 per sf.

WINTER PARK, CO-In a land swap with the Bureau of Land Management, Silver Creek Holdings gains room to grow plus dedicates 500 acres to a conservation easement. The acreage is for a new ski village, more skiing areas, 5,500 homes and two golf courses.

ASPEN, CO-A British pub-theme restaurant holds the distinction of being the first eatery lined up for Hines Resorts' $230-million Aspen Highlands Village. Lawn bowling to direct access to the ski slopes is everyday fare at the signed restaurant.

LEADVILLE, CO-The Rocky Mountain Mutual Housing Association shells out $3.9 million for its first affordable housing project in the mountains. The 162-unit is nestled south of Vail and east of Aspen, an ideal location for seasonal workers.

DENVER-Desks Inc. is selling a 132,000-sf office, showroom and warehouse property in concert with a split in its business. The 45-year-old firm plans to divide its commercial and retail divisions.

ASPEN, CO-A British pub-theme restaurant holds the distinction of being the first eatery lined up for Hines Resorts' $230-million Aspen Highlands Village. Lawn bowling to direct access to the ski slopes is everyday fare at the signed restaurant.

DENVER-Arrow Electronics buys a 44-acre parcel, paying $10 million for a site that neighbors its corporate headquarters. The seller had paid $3.37 million 1-1/2 years ago and had been planning to build a 450,000-sf building.

DENVER-United Artists' Chapter 11 reorganization is working, even though third-quarter revenues are 17% less than 1999. UA president Kurt Hall blames the decline on 23% fewer theaters and a shortfall of blockbuster movies.