We had such a wonderful design workshop with LOT-EK and SHARED Strategy Group LLC. We are looking forward to moving this project forward for the Southwest Mississippi community.
Pike School of Art - Mississippi Our design for Pike School of Art reimagines the former Pike County Youth Detention Center in McComb, Mississippi, into a vibrant space that connects the community through art and education. Key architectural elements drive this transformation: - Railroad + Reorientation: At the heart of McComb’s identity, 53-foot upcycled shipping containers form the elevated second level, reflecting the town’s railroad history, where these containers first gained purpose. - Connection: An elevated volume visually bridges PSA’s four main zones with bold graphics, giving a cohesive, fluid experience to the space. - Cell Spaces: Preserved as historical artifacts, the original cells remain part of the experience, inviting artists, students, and locals to engage with the building’s layered history. - Open Facade: Facing 5th Avenue, artist residencies, public programs, and a computer lab bring transparency and openness, making the building a visible invitation for community engagement. #PikeSchoolofArt #McCombMS #CommunityArchitecture #CulturalProject #UpcycledContainers #ArtAndDesign #EducationalSpaces #ArchitectureHistory #Transforming #Upcycling