Design Inspiration Archives - Walker Architects

March 4, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Clarifying the Unknown: How Agile Design Helps Define Your Project’s Vision

At Walker Architects, every project—whether it’s a new build or a renovation—offers a chance to uncover possibilities that might not be immediately visible. A key component in that discovery process is the feasibility study. Rather than functioning as a one-size-fits-all checklist, feasibility studies can pave the way for an agile design approach that adapts to a project’s evolving needs.

Here’s a look at how feasibility studies serve as a guiding force, why it’s crucial to identify the “why” behind a request, and how combining them with agile design can help clarify the “unknown” to shape and refine a project’s ultimate direction.
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February 18, 2025 — Comments are off for this post.

Making the Old New: Agile Design and Historic Rehabilitation at UF’s Norman Hall

At Walker Architects, working with historic buildings is more than simply updating old structures—it’s a process of discovery. By respecting a building’s past while adapting it for modern needs, we create environments that support contemporary uses without losing the character that made them significant in the first place. Our agile design approach helps us address changing project requirements, ensuring each outcome aligns with both the original intent and today’s functional demands.

Tags: Higher Education, Classroom

November 25, 2024 — Comments are off for this post.

Why Agile Design Matters in Agriculture

Agriscience projects present unique challenges, from rapidly evolving technologies to sustainability demands. These projects often require specialized solutions, such as integrating complex systems for human and animal use, where traditional methods may not suffice. Agile Design addresses these challenges with a flexible, adaptable approach that prioritizes people (and animals) by design. This method creates facilities that are innovative, functional, future-ready, and tailored to the unique needs of users. Below, we explore key agile design principles and how we have applied them to achieve exceptional results.

Tags: Higher Education, Classroom, IDIQ, Simulation

November 4, 2024 — Comments are off for this post.

Agile Design for a Better ROI and Success in Public Institutions

In the public sector, managing projects within tight budgets while maximizing return on investment (ROI) is a constant challenge. With demands for modernization, sustainability, and flexibility, public institutions must find innovative ways to design and maintain their facilities. One such method is Agile Design—a people-first, flexible approach that can significantly stretch public dollars and deliver long-term value.

The Power of Sound: How Acoustics Influence Architectural Design

When thinking about a space, we often focus on the visual aspects, but acoustics—how sound behaves in a space—also plays a vital role in shaping our experience. Sound affects comfort, communication, and even how people perceive a space. When acoustics are prioritized early in the design process, you can ensure that your space will sound as good as it looks.

On the Boards: Chi University

The Chi Small Animal Hospital is a veterinary clinic that integrates western and traditional Chinese veterinary medicine. Its goal is to improve pet wellness by providing holistic care in a comfortable, serene setting.

February 8, 2019 — No Comments

Design Builds Thought: African American History Month

In celebration of African American History Month, we highlight some projects, both old and new, that pay tribute to African American history and culture.

January 31, 2019 — No Comments

Design Inspiration of the Week: Empathy

This week's inspiration focuses on a couple of projects which remind us of one of our core values: empathy.

January 16, 2019 — No Comments

Can Brick Spark Wonder?

This week, our inspiration comes from projects which simultaneously devote themselves to constructing with brick while challenging its conventions.

December 24, 2018 — No Comments

Design Inspiration of the Week: The North Pole

This week it seems appropriate to look towards the North Pole for our architectural inspiration. Here are three remarkable projects located in the wintriest places.

December 11, 2018 — No Comments

Celebrating Mid-Century Modern Design

Today's inspiration post incorporates a couple of articles which remind us of the designs which emerged at the height of the movement's duration, and some which highlight the continued impact of the work in architecture today.

November 26, 2018 — No Comments

Design Builds Thought: Inspiration of the Week

Up this week are three projects which examine the relationship of site and building, testing the perceived boundary between the natural and built.

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