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Celebrating 40 Years of Design!

McKinney York Architects is pleased to announce our 40th anniversary!

Architecture, by its very nature, is a collaborative process. We actively seek the perspective of the communities we serve to create more authentic designs. This integrated, empathetic approach allows us all to experience the built environment with a sense of engagement, inspiration, and belonging. In celebration of our 40th anniversary, we take a closer look at each word of our mission statement that influences our approach to practice.

 

headshot of Michelle Rossomando

“This anniversary celebration is a testament of gratitude to our clients, consultants, trade partners, and local artists and artisans for contributions to concept-driven design over the past 40 years. We look forward to future successful collaborations continuing for decades to come.”

– Michelle Rossomando, AIA, RID, President and Principal

 

straight on view of stairway that also functions as a social gathering space in elementary school, books are displayed on the levels and children and teachers are in the foreground

Austin ISD Sánchez Elementary School View Project

 

We create spaces that belong to people through mindful placemaking, identity, and connection.

headshot of Brian Carlson

“As architects we are tasked with meeting the needs of our clients, but we also have a calling to respond to the wider community. We are continually in a posture of listening and learning to create a sense of belonging for those who experience our work, and have found that a project receives its vitality through the contributions of everyone involved – the clients, the users, the community, and members of the design team.”

– Brian Carlson, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, Principal

 

The Montopolis Recreation and Community Center is the centerpiece of the community serving as a central gathering and activity space, and a gateway to the Montopolis neighborhood. Through its materiality and reserved integration into the site, the design reflects the relaxed, unpretentious attitude the neighborhood sought, while providing connectivity and identity through communal spaces such as the gym, multipurpose rooms, and boxing center.

upstairs lobby with view of railings in foreground, building's front windows to the left, and exercise room with boxing punching bags to the right

Montopolis Recreation and Community Center View Project

 

We create places that inspire people to do and be better through optimistic, thoughtful architecture.

headshot of Al York

“Most of our lives are spent within and around a built environment that shapes our lives and colors our thoughts and feelings. It seems to me that architects have an obligation to elevate that experience. We endeavor to create architecture that lifts and transforms lives by inspiring big ideas and bold actions, or quiet contemplation and simple wonder.”

– Al York, FAIA, RID, Principal

 

The McGarrah Jessee, an iconic building in downtown Austin exemplifying mid-century architecture, is home to the award-winning advertising and brand development agency. The renovation breathes new life to the building while delicately balancing historic preservation with a level of creative innovation that pairs with its occupant.

image of McGarrah Jessee building looking into red tunnel entrance opening to stairs and escalators towards geometric mural on back wall

McGarrah Jessee Building View Project

 

We create places that engage people by inviting thought, stirring emotions, and awakening senses.

headshot of Will Wood

“One of our responsibilities as designers of the built environment is to engage our clients and the people that may experience our work. At the most ambitious level, we do that by developing concepts in each of our projects. Through careful planning, we hope our design decisions feel as though they are self-evident, ultimately creating opportunities for that engagement to occur.”

– Will Wood, AIA, RID, Principal

 

The Rox, Duke, and Danay Covert Admissions Welcome Center is the “front door” for prospective students at the University of Texas at Austin, designed to entertain, educate, and engage visitors while sharing the energy, sprit, and possibilities of the university.

image of Welcome Center at the University of Texas at Austin, wood slat panel wall with longhorn logo detail

Admissions Welcome Center View Project

 

Over the last four decades, we’ve had the opportunity to collaborate on hundreds of projects, each rooted in our desire to connect people to each other and the world round them by creating architecture that engages, inspires, and belongs.

headshot of Heather McKinney

“We believe our work is better when all voices are heard, and we are deeply committed to improving the built environment through inclusive and sustainable design. As we look ahead to the next decades and our continued growth in central Texas, we remain committed to our mission to create architecture that resonates across the full breadth of people’s humanity – their minds, their hearts, and their senses.”

– Heather McKinney, FAIA, RID, Founder

 

residence exterior at dusk with lighted interior looking through glass windows into foyer with winding stair

Winter Park Residence View Project

You can explore the studio to gain insight into our design philosophy and approach, or see our ideas come to life by viewing our work.

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Other Work

Lawn on Brushy Park and Pavilion
Rendering of people sitting on benches underneath a sculptural pavilion structure. Lawn on Brushy Park and Pavilion
The University of Texas at Austin Hogg Memorial Auditorium Renovation
View along curved rows of seats in an auditorium, facing a series of windows. The University of Texas at Austin Hogg Memorial Auditorium Renovation
River Ranch County Park
Outdoor picnic tables under a brightly lit roof at dusk. River Ranch County Park
River Ranch Interpretive Center
River Ranch Interpretive Center
Griffith Building Visitor Center and Gallery with Downtown Paseo
Rendering of artistic shading devices over a concrete walkway. Griffith Building Visitor Center and Gallery with Downtown Paseo
The Center for Texas Financial Wellness
rendering of University of Texas financial wellness center with reception desk, glass conference room to the right, ramp down into main space, and murals on walls in background of image The Center for Texas Financial Wellness
Grace Episcopal Church West Campus
rendering of the front facade of a minimal episcopal church Grace Episcopal Church West Campus
Texas Innovation Center
receptionist desk inside a lobby. Texas Innovation Center
Clements Center for National Security
Modern lobbies seating area. Clements Center for National Security
Ray Benson 50 Years: Texas Music Collection
Outfits and objects in glass display cases at a museum. Ray Benson 50 Years: Texas Music Collection
Present/Past: The Robert Polidori Photographic Archive
large art exhibit entrance doors with one that reads "Present/Past" in a large white text. Present/Past: The Robert Polidori Photographic Archive
Texas School for the Deaf Administration and Welcome Center and Early Learning Center
The large front facade of a modern building with a sign that reads "ADMINISTRSTIVE AND WELCOME CENTER". Texas School for the Deaf Administration and Welcome Center and Early Learning Center
The University of Texas at Austin College of Education
People walking through and chatting in central lobby of the College of Education at University of Texas. The University of Texas at Austin College of Education
Austin ISD Sánchez Elementary School Modernization
Kids listening to a teacher read to them. Austin ISD Sánchez Elementary School Modernization
Rawson Saunders School Master Planning
Rendering of children outside of a large school building. Rawson Saunders School Master Planning
The University of Texas at Austin Texas One Stop
A row of desks in front a wall the reads " The University of Texas at Austin Texas One Stop". The University of Texas at Austin Texas One Stop
Montopolis Recreation and Community Center
Large recreational building with 3D letters that read "MONTOPOLIS". Montopolis Recreation and Community Center
Currency Collection: Frost Tower Lobby
A close-up photo of display cases with old coins attached to a wall. Currency Collection: Frost Tower Lobby
Optique
The glass facade of a glasses store in an outdoor mall. Optique
60 Minutes: The Pioneers Who Changed TV News
a exhibit entrance comprised of three walls with center place once reading "60 MINUTES The Pioneers Who Changed Tv News". 60 Minutes: The Pioneers Who Changed TV News
Lonesome Dove: Permanent Collection
Exhibit room with two glass displays and Writing on the wall that is titles "LONESOME DOVE". Lonesome Dove: Permanent Collection
The University of Texas at Austin – Rox, Duke, and Danay Covert Admissions Welcome Center
A long horn symbol designed into a wooden wall. The University of Texas at Austin – Rox, Duke, and Danay Covert Admissions Welcome Center
Willie Nelson: Texas Icon
A small exhibit on the great American hero Willie Nelson sponsored by the Briscoe Center for American History in the Austin Bergstrom International Airport. Willie Nelson: Texas Icon
St. Richard’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall
Front view of whole church compound at dusk. St. Richard’s Episcopal Church Parish Hall
The Story of Frost: Frost Tower Mezzanine
Man reading display case descriptions. The Story of Frost: Frost Tower Mezzanine
Frost Bank Regional Headquarters
A view of a mostly glass office building from the beach it faces. Frost Bank Regional Headquarters
Exploring the American South: The Briscoe Center’s Southern History Collections
Exhibit wall with large graphic of historic map that reads "Mississippi territory". Exploring the American South: The Briscoe Center’s Southern History Collections
The Wittliff Collections Renovation
Wood colored bight exhibit rooms with two bronze busts. The Wittliff Collections Renovation
Comedor
Black exteriors of two floors building downtown. Comedor
Texas Facilities Commission North Austin Complex FF&E
Someone walking through high ceilinged office hallway. Texas Facilities Commission North Austin Complex FF&E
The University of Texas at Austin Student Activity Center South Courtyard
A large tree with a deck built around it. The University of Texas at Austin Student Activity Center South Courtyard
Admiral Nimitz Museum Interior Renovation
A visitor being helped at a reception desk. Admiral Nimitz Museum Interior Renovation
The Tasty Spoon
Order counter of a gelato shop. The Tasty Spoon
The University of Texas at Austin College of Education Interiors
Students working in communal seating area. The University of Texas at Austin College of Education Interiors
Texas Restaurant Association Headquarters
Chairs at table in office. Texas Restaurant Association Headquarters
Briscoe Center for American History
An entrance to a building titled Briscoe center for American history. Briscoe Center for American History
Frost Bank North Austin
The front of a Frost bank. Frost Bank North Austin
African American Cultural & Heritage Facility
A small house next to a building titled "African American Cultural & Heritage Facility". African American Cultural & Heritage Facility
McGarrah Jessee
Escalators leading up to center of office building. McGarrah Jessee
The Christian-Green Gallery
People in art exhibit visible through large glass wall. The Christian-Green Gallery
Hostel 512
An exterior seating area of a hostel. Hostel 512
The University of Texas at Austin Holland Family Student Center
Two students working together at desk. The University of Texas at Austin Holland Family Student Center
Austin Shelter for Women and Children
People outside of small building. Austin Shelter for Women and Children
Urban Roof Deck
People socializing on downtown Austin rooftop deck at dusk. Urban Roof Deck
Central Chilling Station No. 6
Exterior courtyard and walkways of university campus buildings. Central Chilling Station No. 6
Blanton Museum Second Floor Gallery Renovation
Graphic across huge wall that readera eads "COLLECTION". Blanton Museum Second Floor Gallery Renovation
Maggie Louise Confections
The front entrance to a chic chocolate store. Maggie Louise Confections
The University of Texas at Austin College of Education Project Visioning
Rendering of people walking through and chatting in central lobby of the College of Education at University of Texas. The University of Texas at Austin College of Education Project Visioning
Anderson Village Multifamily Development
Metal exterior stairs of a green two floor apartment building. Anderson Village Multifamily Development
The University of Texas at Austin College of Education Identity Design
glass wall with large text across the reads "the university of Texas at Austin College of education". The University of Texas at Austin College of Education Identity Design
Frost Tower Lobby and Mezzanine
Frost Tower Lobby and Mezzanine
Lake Travis UMC Ministry Activities Center
Entrance walk and awning of a building. Lake Travis UMC Ministry Activities Center
Campus Events + Entertainment
Students working in lounge chairs of a lobby space around a coffee table. Campus Events + Entertainment
Texas Union Courtyard
Patio a walkways connecting university buildings. Texas Union Courtyard
McGarrah Jessee Expansion
Women reading at a bench in an office. McGarrah Jessee Expansion
MetroRapid Stations
People waiting for bus to arrive at their stop at dusk. MetroRapid Stations
Capitol Quarters
facade of white apartment building with plants hanging down from roof. Capitol Quarters
Kent R. Hance Chapel
Rows of church pews. Kent R. Hance Chapel
The University of Texas at Austin Communications Building A Lobby
A library's diverse working arrangements. The University of Texas at Austin Communications Building A Lobby
Kinsolving Dormitory
College dorm. Kinsolving Dormitory
Texas State University Round Rock Campus Services Building
Sidewalk leading to entrance of a building. Texas State University Round Rock Campus Services Building
McKinney York Architects
The McKinney York Architects office. McKinney York Architects
Trinity Episcopal Church
People leaving a church into its parking lot. Trinity Episcopal Church
Frost Bank
Candles inside a fireplace at a bank lobby. Frost Bank
Buddy Holly Center
Steps leading to covered deck pathway alongside a building. Buddy Holly Center
City Of Leander Transit Facility
Buses picking passengers up at station. City Of Leander Transit Facility
Texas Union Wi-Fi Lounge
Somone in cowboy boots with their feet licked up in a sitting area coffee table. Texas Union Wi-Fi Lounge
Smith Family Chapel
The top of a church raising through trees in the distance. Smith Family Chapel
Paper Planet
A store front titled "Paper Planet". Paper Planet
Walker Ranch Business Park Lobby
Rendering of modern stairwell within office. Walker Ranch Business Park Lobby
Ascalon Medical Office Building
Rendering of a first-floor lounge area next to a central staircase. Ascalon Medical Office Building
Wildcat Club Residence
Rendering of the back a large modern home with a pool and surrounded by trees. Wildcat Club Residence
Yoakum National Bank – Yoakum Branch
People inside bright sleek bank. Yoakum National Bank – Yoakum Branch
Garage P1 at The Backyard
Rendering of a stairwell structure of a parking garage. Garage P1 at The Backyard
The University of Texas at Austin Battle Hall
Ornamental carved eave details on a historic stone building. The University of Texas at Austin Battle Hall
St. Julian of Norwich Parish Hall
Rendering of people walking into front entrance of a church. St. Julian of Norwich Parish Hall
Ashram Multifamily
Rendering of a modern apartment building at dusk from across the street. Ashram Multifamily
Inks Lake State Park Headquarters Building
Rendering of families standing in front of large stone arch window. Inks Lake State Park Headquarters Building
InVision Studios
Rendering of people standing around tables in a nice restaurant. InVision Studios
Unlocking the Housing Development Potential in Austin
Rendering of a modern apartment building at dusk from across the street. Unlocking the Housing Development Potential in Austin
Designing for Authenticity
People sitting in a lobby setting featuring a bookshelf and couches. Designing for Authenticity
Better Design Through Better Representation
A public presentation in an Elementary School Library. Better Design Through Better Representation
What Architecture Brings to Art
large Midcentury Modern Mural of wall big office building. What Architecture Brings to Art
Is an ADU Right for You?
A couch and coffee table inside connected directly to a backyard through a large garage door sized opening in a wall. Is an ADU Right for You?
Student-Centered Spaces
People working in seating space at a university. Student-Centered Spaces
Design Elements that Engage & Inspire
A small water feature Infront of an outdoor seating area. Design Elements that Engage & Inspire
The Trouble With Trees
An outdoor palza. The Trouble With Trees

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