As we look toward 2022 with excitement and great anticipation, we take a moment and pause to reflect on some of the accomplishments and highlights of 2021. In the last half of 2021, we welcomed 5 very talented and enthusiastic members to the BRP team! By partnering with great clients and consultants, we designed and brought to life the vision of many inspiring projects. From an innovative new bank headquarters to modern hotel projects across the nation to state-of-the art distribution centers and more, see what we have accomplished.
Cambria Hotel Louisville Downtown – Whiskey Row
Louisville, KY
This seven-story 128 room Cambria Hotel opened in December 2021 in the downtown historic district of Louisville. The exterior of the hotel was designed to include limestone and brick veneer to complement existing architectural elements within the surrounding vicinity. Amenities of this hotel include a sundeck, an indoor swimming pool, a large fitness center, spacious guest bedrooms, covered parking, and 1,965 square feet of flexible event space, configurable for small gatherings, board meetings or larger conferences and banquets. The hotel also houses two full-service restaurants featuring American and Irish fare with a bar that serves local craft beers and Louisville-inspired cocktails.
The hotel offers an exceptional location just steps from downtown’s top attractions such as Museum Row, KFC Yum! Center, Louisville Slugger Field, Louisville Waterfront Park, and the Kentucky International Convention Center. Our team is anticipating V4 LEED certification on this incredible hotel.
Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Fishers
Fishers, IN
The BRP designed Courtyard by Marriott Indianapolis Fishers started welcoming guests in October 2021. Located at 11550 Whistle Drive in Fishers, the hotel is a part of a new mixed-use development called The Station. The Station is adjacent to the Fishers District.
The exterior design of the hotel features a dynamic material palette including brick, aluminum composite panel, glass fiber reinforced concrete panels and EIFS. Inside, the hotel features an innovative lobby experience offering engaging technology as well as inviting, flexible spaces to work and relax. Other features include 2,000 square feet of adaptable meeting and event space, expansive fitness facilities, an indoor pool, outdoor patio, brand-new guest rooms with pull-out sofa sleepers, room service and a bistro bar offering sit-down meals throughout the day.
Grizzly Distribution Center & Showroom Expansion
Springfield, MO
Grizzly Industrial Inc., which sells woodworking and metalworking machinery and tools, expanded its distribution center as well as its showroom this year.
The distribution center expansion included a 62,250 square feet addition to its 300,000 square-foot facility at 2102 W. Battlefield Road. This facility handles the shipping and distribution of Grizzly products for the Midwest and all of the east coast. The clear height inside is 30’ to maximize the storage capabilities of the facility. The new additional space will allow the company to increase inventory and continue to bring on new products.
Additionally, the company also expanded its showroom at the corner of Kansas Expressway and Battlefield Road by 4,000 square feet. The showroom expansion will utilize previous warehousing space at the facility allowing for more sales area for their expanding product lines.
Grizzly came to Springfield in 1999 and continues to expand on the synergies of an excellent workforce and central location for shipping. They expanded into this distribution center in 2001. This addition is part of their long-term growth strategy which will include another duplicate distribution center south of the current facility.
Homewood Suites by Hilton Springfield Medical District
Springfield, MO
This 5-story 122 room Homewood Suites by Hilton Hotel is located on two acres of prime Medical Mile commercial property on South National at Lark Street in Springfield, MO. The facility includes an indoor heated pool, outdoor sports court, fitness center, community spaces, and two large meeting rooms.
The hotel is close to several restaurants, just five minutes from Cox South Hospital, and a 15-minute drive from Battlefield Mall, Bass Pro, Wonders of Wildlife, and downtown Springfield. The hotel finished construction in December of 2021 and expects to welcome guests in April of 2022.
Legacy Bank and Trust Headquarters
Springfield, MO
BRP Architects and Legacy Bank and Trust combined efforts to design the new bank headquarters at 3250 East Sunshine Street in Springfield MO. The prominent location, just east of U.S. Route 65 allows for ease of access to the 2.5-acre property that was once a Meek’s Lumber.
The four-story high headquarters has a simple but striking geometric form that is emphasized but careful articulation of details. The facade is composed of dark cement fiber and lots of glass, allowing for an abundance of natural light and panoramic views. On the first floor, the building has 1,600 square-foot dedicated to retail banking with a drive-thru along with 4,500 square-foot of customer centered workspace and amenities. The remaining three floors (approximately 30,000 square-foot) consist of Class A office space that house the bank’s centralized operations, executive team, and community development divisions. New York Life Insurance Co. and the Kirkland Woods & Martinsen LLP law firm currently occupy the building’s third floor lease space.
Maries County R-1 School District Phase 1 & 2
Vienna, MO
After assisting with the passage of their bond, the Maries County R-1, K-12 School District project was designed and constructed in three phases. Phase 1 consisted of site improvements including improving drainage at the athletic fields, installing a new track surface, resurfacing, and expanding the parking lot, replacing the parking lot lighting, and improving the accessibility of the site. Phase 2 consisted of replacing the existing windows of the oldest buildings on campus, repairing the façade at those window replacement locations, and installing secure, bullet proof entrances using state-of-the-art systems. Phase 3 consisted of an addition at the south end of the building. This new, compact entrance solved many of the facility’s prior concerns, including adding an interior access to a band room where one did not previously exist, providing more pre-function space outside of the gymnasium to accommodate game day, constructing a concessions stand to service the gymnasium, and addressing heightened security measures at that entrance. The project located in Vienna Missouri was completed under budget.
Ramata Italian
Branson, MO
Ramata Italian (pronounced Ra·mà·ta Italian) remodeled the former Famous Dave’s location at the Branson Landing. BRP designed the 7,677 sq. ft. remodel by converting the space from a lodge-themed barbecue joint to a contemporary eloquent fine dining restaurant. The Ramata Italian restaurant features a bar and lounge, dining room, chef’s table and private dining room, an outdoor patio space overlooking Lake Taneycomo, seating a total of 231 guests. The restaurant started welcoming guests in December of 2021.
SRC Logistics Expansion – Phase II
Springfield, MO
The SRC Logistics Mulroy plant was part of a long-range campus plan to utilize a large tract of land on North Mulroy road in Springfield, MO. It was designed to meet the ever-expanding manufacturing need of the SRC expanding family of companies.
Phase II of the multiphase expansion project finished earlier this year and consisted of the addition of a 144,000 square-foot pre-engineered metal building addition and an 8,000-square-foot office addition. Phase III, a 410,000 square-foot building is currently underway.
Warson Brands Distribution Center
Strafford, MO
Warson Brands, a company who sells vocational and safety footwear, engaged BRP Architects to assist in evaluating potential sites and architectural design for a new distribution center to accommodate their growing business. The 165,000 square-foot distribution center is designed to warehouse, distribute, and showcase the various styles of shoes and brands. For comparison, a football field (including end zones) covers 57,600 square feet. The distribution center covers a total of 10 acres and is in a planned 220-acre industrial park that not only is near Interstate 44 but also will have railroad access. The project wrapped up in March of 2021.
Our Team Grew:
It’s about quality service and great design. That’s why we are excited about 5 new creative design professionals joining the BRP Team in 2021!
Top Row includes full-time staff: Casey Murrow, Blake Melton, Brian Vanne
Bottom Row includes part-time student interns: Nick Rispoli, Grant Umlauf
It is with gratitude and deep appreciation that we thank our clients for the opportunity of being part of their vision in 2021 and allowing us to serve them. We look forward to a busy and creative new year and wish you a successful and abundant 2022! If you are looking for an architect to collaborate with on your project in the new year, give us a call at 417-865-6100. Your Vision. Our Focus.