STOKE architecture

05/22/2026

4STOKE was a moment; a moment for YOU!

We’re incredibly thankful for everyone who came out to celebrate 4STOKE. Seeing our studio filled with so many familiar faces, meaningful conversations, and people who have supported STOKE over the last four years was truly special.

This event was a reminder of how lucky we are to do what we love alongside such an amazing community. It takes so many people to do it right and we thank you for being apart of the STOKE SQUAD!

05/11/2026

The new Benton County Headquarters for Collier & Associates has officially broken ground!

Designed as a flexible, multi-tenant office development, this two-story building creates space for real estate agents and industry partners to collaborate, innovate, and connect.

At the heart of the design is a carved-out courtyard that brings natural light deep into the building while creating a welcoming gathering space for the entire Collier community.

Breaking ground marks an exciting milestone, and we’re grateful to be part of bringing this vision to life. We can’t wait to share the progress along the way!

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05/09/2026

04/15/2026

It all starts with a pen and paper.

When the creative spark hits, we go back to the basics - hand-drawn sketches that capture ideas quickly, freely, and without limits. These early drawings are where concepts begin to take shape, testing form, flow, and spatial relationships in their most raw and intuitive state.

In architecture, these sketches become the foundation for everything that follows - guiding design decisions, informing layouts, and eventually evolving into the spaces we bring to life. Do you recognize any of these sketches?

03/27/2026

Big things coming with the Township Project!

This East Fayetteville development adds eight new townhomes and reimagines a former church building directly connected to Gulley Park.

The mixed use infill development will provide much needed housing while connecting local amenities for a walk-able lifestyle.

As Fayettevillians ourselves, we can’t wait to see this one come to life!

03/19/2026

Jameson Place - construction update

The building form of this 8-unit development in west Fayetteville has taken shape! Designed around a central tree court, each two-bedroom apartment features generous balconies and porches for outdoor living.

Siding is up, windows and doors are in, and we are almost ready for paint!

03/02/2026

Celebrating 3 years of Shane at STOKE!

Joining the company before our first birthday, Shane has been a key part of all things STOKE! He brings creativity, passion, and a deep level of expertise to everything he touches. His impact on our projects, our process, and our culture can’t be overstated.

We’re incredibly fortunate to have his talent and dedication at STOKE. Cheers to three great years and more ahead!

02/11/2026

Check out this picture of the Guisinger Cocktail Club building from 1905!

Designing this space over 100 years later meant keeping the original character and charm intact while giving it fresh energy for how it’s used today.

2025 version here - www.stokearchitecture.com/portfolio/guisinger-cocktail-club

The City of Fayetteville is seeking nominations for its 2026 Historic Preservation Awards. The deadline to submit is Friday, April 3, at 5 p.m.

Pictured (circa 1905) is the 2025 Award for Preservation (Commercial) winner, Guisinger Cocktail Club, for the 1886 Guisinger Building at 1 E. Mountain St.

The awards celebrate the community’s rich cultural heritage and commend projects, organizations and individuals that have displayed an outstanding commitment to historic preservation in Fayetteville.

To learn more, go to: https://www.fayetteville-ar.gov/3868/Fayetteville-Historic-Preservation-Award

02/02/2026

Say hey to Jordan!

Raised in the small town of Honey Grove, Texas, Jordan grew up on job sites with his parents in construction and interior design restoration. This is where he learned the value of craft and detail early on. His love for building led him to the University of Arkansas, where he sharpened his design skills and gained hands-on experience in computer-aided manufacturing(CAM) while developing designs for CNCs and 3D-Printers.

Now an intern with STOKE while in his 5th year at the Fay Jones School of Architecture + Design, Jordan brings that same energy and curiosity to our team.

Check out his full bio on our site. Glad to have you, Jordan!

01/28/2026

Beardedgoat in Bentonville

This local outdoor clothing brand planted its feet in Bentonville with a light-filled, glass-clad retail space designed to showcase their innovative gear. Thick brick masses are carefully carved to create moments for display, while large custom millwork defines areas for customers and staff to explore and connect.

With views to native stone water features and the historic downtown square, the space invites visitors to move through it like a hike through the Ozarks - flowing, grounded, and rooted in place. A true hub for community, craft, and adventure.

01/15/2026

The new & improved Trailside Yoga!

Trailside Yoga reimagines a battle-scarred mechanical shop into a serene community space where yoga is practiced along the creek. The stark white exterior is layered with custom landscape trellises, allowing native vines to transform the industrial block into a living green facade. These trellises extend around a steel entry portal, blending the natural environment with the manmade structure as people enter their yoga experience. This harmonious duality, like the practice of yoga, is meant to create calm and understanding of one’s surroundings as vines engulf the lobby entrance porch.

Large glass openings and garage doors create a visual and physical connection between interior and exterior yoga studios, allowing nature to play an active role in the daily practice. A large yoga deck was added as an extension to the main studio and can house classes independently, surrounded by trees and flowing water. This private exterior space is completely contained allowing the small downtown Fayetteville business to have its own slice of tranquility among a rapidly growing metropolis.

Check out this full project on our website at the link in our bio.