Jes Deaver, AIA, Architect at McKinney York Architects, received a Texas Society of Architects Honor Award in recognition of her contributions to architectural practice and the broader profession through storytelling, media and advocacy.
A writer, speaker, filmmaker and award-winning architect, Jes uses creative platforms to advance conversations about land stewardship, resilience, identity, futurism and the built environment. She chaired AIA Austin Women in Architecture in 2020 and co-chaired the Design to Change virtual conference with AIA New Orleans. Her work has appeared in publications including Texas Architect and The Architect’s Newspaper.
At McKinney York, Jes contributes to residential projects and Texas Parks and Wildlife’s Bear Creek State Park, bringing a passion for thoughtful, site-specific design across private, civic and public spaces.