Wichita Falls, Texas
The Pines is a 23,000 s.f. Assisted Memory Care Unit with 22 beds for persons with various stages of memory loss. This is the third major project SLA has completed for Rolling Meadows. Being a very modern and state of the art facility, the architecture complements and enhances the existing campus theme. Large expanses of glass and light wells via dormers bring natural light to the interior space. Large overhangs and canopies provide covered pathways as well as protection from the summer sun. A unique Meditation Garden was designed in collaboration with the nationally recognized landscape architect Jack Carman from Design for Generations, LLC. The Meditation Garden provides a quiet area for peace and the enjoyment of nature. A contemporary sun screen arbor provides outdoor shade protection from the western sun.
Interior finishes are based on a color pallet that enhances wayfinding as well as provides a comfortable homelike environment. Wood flooring with various patterns along with wood trim detailing and wainscoting enhance the interior providing a peaceful relaxing lifestyle. Large living areas include: Dining Hall, a state-of-the-art Kitchen, Living / Lounge Area, Activity Room, Garden Room, Therapy Room, and Salon. Staff support areas such as laundry, medication, and linen storage are placed strategically for optimum function. Each bedroom suite has a separate bath and all units are ADA compliant.
Wichita County Sheriff’s Office – Citizen Academy Alumni Association Memorial Monument
Wichita Falls, Texas
SLA provided the design for the Wichita County Sheriff’s Memorial Monument located on the east lawn of the Wichita Falls County Courthouse. The monument serves as a reminder to passers-by of the fallen sheriff’s deputies and volunteer firemen in Wichita County. Visitors to the monument are diverted off the main sidewalks leading to the courthouse and on to a diagonal walk through mature oak trees. The monument is surrounded by elevated walls to create a quiet space to reflect on the fallen. Visitors will find prayers for each of the occupations on the walls. Two bronze statues sit atop a concrete pedestal surrounded by varying steps. A statue of a uniformed deputy stands with his back to a suited fireman representing the strength and support that the two have for each other. Each of the steps surrounding the pedestal represent the challenges that these dedicated servants face during their careers. On the steps are plaques listing those that have fallen. Pathway lights illuminate the walk leading up to the monument. Ground lights create a glow on the memory walls and light the statues. A ring of light shines from beneath the monument to remind all of the continuous service and dedication of the fallen.
SLA is proud to have donated design services to this worthy cause.
Mr. Mac’s Automotive
Wichita Falls, Texas
SLA designed a new 10,600 sq. ft. vehicle maintenance facility for light duty vehicle maintenance and repair. The facility has 14 repair bays that allow for vehicle inspections, tire alignment, general maintenance and oil changes.
Administrative space is located at the front of the building where customers will drop their vehicle off under a covered drive and wait inside the main lobby while employees take their vehicle to the shop bays. The administrative space consist of lobby and waiting area with retail space, reception counter, public restrooms, office space, storage and janitor space. An employee break room and restrooms are located off of shop area. There is a storage and mechanical mezzanine located above a portion of the administrative area.
The site includes vehicle storage area located behind a chain link security fence, customer parking area, landscaping and detention areas. Parking areas are concrete throughout the site and lit with energy efficient LED fixtures.
First United Methodist Church – Fellowship Hall Addition
Lampasas, Texas
Through thoughtful form and material selection, Secord and Lebow carefully blended the design of the new First United Methodist Church Addition to match the Texas Hill Country architecture of the existing facility.
The 12,000 square foot addition houses a new fellowship hall which accommodates seating for 500 with a full size warming kitchen, youth educational space and administrative offices. The addition provides a new distinctive primary entrance to the church as well as doubling the size of the existing campus.
