Located in Fayetteville Arkansas, David W. McKee Architects PLLC is a design focused architecture firm currently consisting of a staff of four. Of these two are licensed architects. As principal designer David McKee AIA, LEED AP is a lifelong resident of Northwest Arkansas and has been involved in the design and construction of some of the regions' most iconic buildings.
Other firm members bring a variety of experiences and skills to contribute including graphic design, CAD, and project management. Current projects include a mix of residential, commercial and institutional commissions with a focus on user friendly planning, sustainable design strategies, and maintenance friendly detailing.
We strive for a timeless quality in our work that is not subject to the fashions of the day, but are rooted in the nature of their place. Materials, memories, movements are all forces that create our sense of place. Our culture, our institutions are all based on the summation of the edifices that have come before.
Other firm members bring a variety of experiences and skills to contribute including graphic design, CAD, and project management. Current projects include a mix of residential, commercial and institutional commissions with a focus on user friendly planning, sustainable design strategies, and maintenance friendly detailing.
We strive for a timeless quality in our work that is not subject to the fashions of the day, but are rooted in the nature of their place. Materials, memories, movements are all forces that create our sense of place. Our culture, our institutions are all based on the summation of the edifices that have come before.
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315 Mountain is a recent project that demonstrates the design principles as set forth in the NWA Design Excellence Program. This adaptive reuse structure is a makeover of a building that was originally constructed in 1957 as a tire store, then a restaurant, and finally a mixed use facility housing the Willard and Pat Walker Charitable Foundation.
The home is integrated into the hillside using native stone walls and boulders. Along with the stone, Arkansas Cypress trim and siding help to enhance the home's connection with it's setting. Guest quarters are located on the lower level with the master suite above in this photo. The recessed garage doors, clad in wood siding, create depth and pattern along the garage entrance.
The Even Pavilion will provide a large rentable assembly space for the Gardens and their visitors. It will be tucked within the larger context of the gardens and have wonderful views of the gardens and the lake. The Community Market will provide a venue for the gardens and local farmers to sell their products to the community.
The Botanical Garden of the Ozarks is one of only 117 botanical gardens in the county and one of only 3 in the state. The Mission of the Garden is showcasing the natural beauty of the Ozarks, educating today for a sustainable future, and providing a venue for the community to enjoy entertainment and outdoor recreation.
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Rosemary Zabal
Jul 11, 2017
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