Clark Nexsen

We are happy to share Virginia Tech's new Upper Quad Residence Hall! Designed to support the growth of the Corps of Cadets to 1,400 students, this stunning Collegiate Gothic building offers 302 cadet beds and a host of modern amenities. The exteriors feature iconic Hokie stone with precast concrete accents and heraldry elements that celebrate the rich history of the Corps and the University. Inside, traditional dormitory-style rooms with double and triple occupancy are complemented by a variety of common spaces like floor lounges, a group kitchen, and a mud room. The design focuses on creating a welcoming and comfortable atmosphere, with light hues inspired by cadet uniforms and engaging color accents in public spaces. We are proud to have contributed to the transformation of the Upper Quad and support the mission of the Corps of Cadets. 📸 Cameron Triggs #GoHokies #VirginiaTech #UpperQuad #CorpsOfCadet #StudentLifeDesign

Congratulations to Jennifer Heintz, AIA, LEED AP, on her appointment as the new Leaders Council President at NC State University's College of Design! We're excited to witness her leadership as it drives advocacy, fundraising, and engagement for design excellence. Read more: https://bit.ly/4eYipqX

Last week, our team proudly sponsored the ViBe Creative District Mural Festival in Virginia Beach. We had the privilege of meeting with several talented artists to discuss the inspiration behind ten new murals that will soon enhance the district's vibrant landscape. The ViBe Creative District is transforming an underutilized area into a beautiful, walkable community showcasing unique art and local businesses. This initiative has breathed new life into the Virginia Beach oceanfront, with local property owners personally selecting mural artists from an impressive pool of over 700 candidates. Our Infrastructure Market Leader and Principal, Wes Parker, P.E., PTOE, spoke about the incredible impact of this community project and our company's involvement on 18th and 19th Street. We're honored to collaborate with these talented professionals, contributing to the city we call home. By supporting initiatives like this, we're creating a lasting, colorful legacy in the City of Virginia Beach. We're excited to see how these new murals will further enrich our community! 📸: Photos provided by the ViBe District Team

We're proud to once again participate in AIA Triangle Barkitecture, a standout, annual event for Clark Nexsen. This year, our collaboration with Raleigh Reclaimed produced 'Step Paw-sition,' a bench designed to assist smaller and senior dogs in accessing their resting spaces. We love participating in Barkitecture because it brings together local designers that think outside the box, redefines typical pet structures, and supports animal rescue and foster organizations in the Triangle area. We thank our talented team of Will, Tim, Alex, Seiya, and Anna for their creativity and for representing the firm at this year's event! #barkitecture #aiatriangle #architectureforgood

At Clark Nexsen, our team is constantly inspired by real-world scenarios and practical solutions. This drive for meaningful design was beautifully exemplified when two of our talented professionals, Nikki Pierce, CDFA, LEED AP and Kevin Utsey, FAIA, LEED AP BD and C, GGP (now retired), participated in the AIA Charlotte Queer Design Collaborative competition. Nikki and Kevin's entry, "Q-Mobile," is a thoughtful and practical mobile solution designed to serve queer community members with limited access to transportation and resources. Their design, which earned a Certificate of Recognition, features a lightweight, transportable structure with zero-barrier entrances, essential facilities like a compostable toilet and shower, and a flexible space for rest, education, and community events. We're very proud of Nikki and Kevin for their creative approach to addressing real community needs and for representing Clark Nexsen's values of inclusivity and social responsibility. Congratulations on this achievement and for making your mark in your first design competition, Nikki! #inclusivedesign #peopleofcn #AIACharlotte #queerdesigncollaborative

Clark Nexsen is proud to have teamed up with Kimley-Horn to raise over $7,900 at this year's Hops for Hope event! This fundraising campaign for Children's Flight of Hope, a nonprofit organization that provides flights to specialized care for children in need, partners corporate teams in the North Carolina Triangle with local breweries to craft unique beers. Our Raleigh offices of Clark Nexsen and Kimley-Horn have participated for six straight years, and this year, we were paired with Brewery Bhavana. Enhancing the team’s fundraising efforts, the Clark Nexsen Foundation once again matched the amount raised by Clark Nexsen, culminating in $16,000 over the last two years alone! We are thrilled to have taken part in this campaign with Kimley-Horn and look forward to participating again next year! Learn more about this event and our involvement here: https://bit.ly/30jpiBZ #drinkbeerdogood #CFOH #hopetakesflight

Over the past few days, we have been heartbroken to see the massive destruction and devastation that has impacted the southeast due to Hurricane Helene. We have checked in with our teams in Asheville and Johnson City and are happy to report that everyone is accounted for and doing well despite power and water outages. Given the damage in and around Asheville, we expect it will take some time before our Asheville office is fully operational. If there is a pressing project-related need with our Asheville or Johnson City office staff, please reach out to our corporate HQ in Virginia Beach for assistance. Over the next few days, we will be organizing ways to support our colleagues and the communities we are proud to call home. Thank you to everyone who has checked in and offered their support. We will provide updates as the situation evolves. #Asheville #HurricaneHelene #Tennessee

On National Green Cities Day, we're celebrating the power of urban design to revitalize communities. Our 18th and 19th Streets Corridor project in Virginia Beach exemplifies this transformation. Once part of an overlooked area behind the oceanfront, these streets now form the heart of the vibrant ViBe Creative District. By reimagining these corridors with reduced traffic lanes, wider sidewalks, green spaces, and artistic elements, we've helped create a walkable, sustainable environment. This project is turning what was once an abandoned part of the oceanfront into a thriving year-round destination, encouraging both businesses and pedestrians to embrace greener lifestyles. The redesign connects major attractions, fosters a community of commerce, art, and entertainment, and provides a blueprint for sustainable urban development. It's paving the way for a more connected, eco-friendly Virginia Beach. Thank you, City of Virginia Beach, for partnering with us on this transformative project. Together, we're building greener, more vibrant urban spaces that benefit everyone. #nationalgreencitiesday #urbandesign #greencities #sustainabledesign #virginiabeach #vibedistrict

We’re growing our federal market at Clark Nexsen and looking for someone who can lead our project teams and our clients through the ups and downs of a project lifecycle. Project teams are led by both the project manager and the design manager (lead architect) and that team structure allows us to provide extremely high levels of design quality and satisfaction to all our stakeholders, including ourselves. Please reach out if you have any interest in the position, and if you have questions why this opportunity may be different from any other around.

At Brooks Global Studies School, opportunities to educate exist at every turn. Our newly designed 72,500-square-foot facility prioritizes technology, global learning, and collaboration. The global learning labs are a staple in the design, which are central to the school's building and mission. These spaces facilitate inquiry-based education with interactive technology and flexible layouts, supporting various learning approaches. Throughout the school, a photomosaic discover mural and vibrant, colorful interior further reflect the global studies focus, fostering an environment of creativity and awareness of global issues. Indoor and outdoor learning spaces are seamlessly connected, with classrooms overlooking a central courtyard. Sustainable features, including high-performance systems, solar panels, and an energy monitor display, serve as practical educational tools. Stay tuned for official photography as the school nears its completion! #k12architecture #globalstudies #collaborativelearning #sustainablearchitecture #sustainability #community