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University of Mississippi
Gertrude C. Ford Ole Miss Student Union
Oxford, Mississippi
The project involves total renovation of the existing structure and extensive addition of new space. The functional requirements of the program are balanced between utilization of the existing structure and the massing of the addition. The existing atrium is preserved and visually connected to new two story dining spaces in the addition.
Date of Completion: 2018
University of Mississippi
Farley Hall
The University of Mississippi, Oxford, Mississippi
This neo-classic structure, originally constructed in 1929, served as the first School of Law for the University. The renovation preserved the architectural features while updating the facility with state-of-the-art teaching technology, including the 200 seat auditorium and courtroom space, while creating new modern classrooms, labs, offices, and administrative suite for the Department of Journalism Overby Center for Southern Journalism and Politics.
Date of Completion: 2007
University of Mississippi
The Lyceum
The University of Mississippi, Oxford, Mississippi
Constructed in 1848, the Lyceum is the oldest building on campus. This renovation houses the upper administration of the University and consisted of exterior structural stabilization, complete utility and service upgrades, and intricate millwork reconstructions. The entire exterior envelope was renovated and waterproofed while maintaining the building’s important historical integrity. The interior renovation included the introduction of modern and efficient mechanical systems, as well as code compliance in accessibility
Date of Completion: 2002
Awards
2002 MS AIA Honor Award
2003 South Central ASID Design Award
University of Mississippi
Gertrude C. Ford Center for the Performing Arts
Oxford, Mississippi
The multi-event theater has a 1,250 seat main hall and a 3,000 square foot rehearsal hall, with a full compliment of 'back of the house' support. In addition, the facility has a 2,800 square foot rehearsal/reception ball room adjacent to the main hall.
JV with Dale & Associates
Date of Completion: 2002
Awards
2003 ASID South Central Region Design Award
2003 MS ABC Merit Award
University of Mississippi
John D. Williams Library
Oxford, Mississippi
The renovated building contains Administrative and Technical Service functions, while the addition is comprised of new stack space, generous reading rooms, and a new entry. Phasing of the project allowed the library to continue being used during construction.
With Canizaro Trigiani Architects
84,000 SF Addition
Date of Completion: 1996
University of Mississippi
University of Mississippi School of Law
Oxford, Mississippi

The new School of Law building is a three-story, concrete frame, brick-clad structure located on the west side of the campus. The facility provides for the development of high-quality teaching environments, integration and leveraging of technology, accommodation of the evolving pedagogy within the academic program and enhancement of the interaction and interdependence of the law school community.
Date of Completion: 2010
University of Mississippi
Residential Colleges
Oxford, Mississippi
The Residential Colleges offer a new housing model providing its residents a membership in a college community blending living into the experience of learning and social development. In this community, its residents will dine together, study together and govern themselves, all under the support and leadership of a resident faculty fellow. Developed in two phases, the Colleges are designed around a central courtyard which provides for social events as well as provide security for its residents. All buildings are four stories with a lower level for common functions and more private events. Predominantly double occupancy suites are centered around common living/lounge areas.
JV with Cooke Douglass Farr Lemons
UM Residential Colleges North = 117,482 SF
Date of Completion: 2010