Overland Partners

01/17/2024

Reflecting on our collaboration with Project MEND, we designed their Headquarters and Fulfillment Facility, a landmark project that has reshaped the landscape of care in San Antonio. This facility, standing as the largest medical equipment reuse center in the United States, symbolizes innovation and compassion.

Combining a warehouse, a cutting-edge refurbishment center, and efficient offices, the facility is more than just a structure. It embodies our shared vision of accessibility and empowerment for individuals with disabilities and illnesses. Strategically located for ease of access, it serves as a pivotal resource in the community, offering hope and independence to its clients.

This project exemplifies how thoughtful architecture can profoundly impact a community, creating spaces where functionality, care, and empowerment intersect. Our partnership with ProjectMEND has not only yielded a remarkable facility but has also strengthened community bonds, showcasing the transformative power of design in enhancing lives.

📸: Zac Seewald | Overland Partners

01/16/2024

On March 16, 1960, Kress department store made history by opening its basement lunch counter to Black customers for the first time. Now more than six decades later, the San Antonio African American Community Archive & Museum (SAAACAM), has become the proud owner of the entire Kress building and the adjacent Grant building on East Houston Street.

Overland Partners is proud to be a part of this historic project. Together, we look to transform these historic buildings into a vibrant cultural center and archive that not only honors the past but also serves as a hub for education, inspiration, and celebration of the rich African American history in our community. Learn more in this story by the San Antonio Report.

The vacant Kress and Grant buildings will become home to the San Antonio African American Community Archive and Museum.

01/11/2024

This past Tuesday, Overland was pleased to attend the Grand Opening and Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Phase 1 of Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. This ambitious project, spearheaded by our visionary client Jennifer Rominiecki and supported by the generous philanthropy of the local community, continues the legacy of Selby’s original mission of connecting people with nature and propels it into the 21st century with the design of this new facility.

The iconic new Welcome Center greets guests as an open-air pavilion adorned with plants, which orients people to the experience they are about to encounter with the Gardens.

The new Plant Research Center serves as a home for all of Selby’s employees and volunteers while simultaneously serving as the heart of scientific research and botanical collections for the Gardens.

The Living Energy Access Facility, or L.E.A.F. for short, turns the idea of a parking garage on its head by transforming it into a piece of green infrastructure. The 50,000 sf rooftop solar array will power the entire campus of buildings and generate a surplus of energy that will be pumped back into the grid. This will offset over 1,000 tons of cardon dioxide every year… equivalent to powering 150 American homes annually or planting nearly 15,000 trees. This innovative approach will make Selby Gardens the World’s First Net Positive Energy Botanical Complex.

On the ground level, a new restaurant called the Green Orchid, will be the World’s First Net Positive Energy Restaurant as well and serve world-class cuisine to guests. All of which will be prepared in the fully electric kitchen powered by the on-site solar array and with ingredients grown on the rooftop culinary garden.

These and many other strategies will make Selby a new global leader in sustainable botanical gardens and serve as a model of abundance and resilience for generations to come.

Celebrate with us as we embrace a new era for Marie Selby Botanical Gardens. To learn more about the events celebrated yesterday read more here: https://bit.ly/3RWE8FX.

Thank you to our incredible collaborators on this project: Kimley-Horn, Olin Partnership Ltd, Arup US, Inc., LAM Partners, and 180 Solar

01/09/2024

Congratulations on the 1st Anniversary, UTSA School of Data Science! We're excited to witness and support your journey in advancing data science education and innovation. Cheers to many more years of shaping the future of this vital field!

12/29/2023

We turned blueprints into celebration maps at our annual holiday party in San Antonio! It was a night filled with laughter, dancing, and festive spirit, perfectly capturing the essence of our Overland family.

From delicious food to unforgettable memories, this evening was a reminder of the incredible team we have and the creativity we bring to every project. Cheers to a successful year and to more groundbreaking work in 2024!

12/27/2023

The Dallas Morning News features our collaboration with Upperroom, a dynamic church in Dallas' Cedars neighborhood, highlighting our role in its transformative journey. Our innovative design, led by Bryan Trubey, FAIA, transcends mere space expansion to foster deeper community connections and hearts uniting.

Join us in reading this inspiring story about how our architectural vision is helping Upperroom bridge the "unspoken divide" in Dallas, creating a beacon of hope and unity.

Upperroom has invested about $21 million in a building in Dallas' Cedars neighborhood and brought a noted sports stadium architect on board to help with the...

12/06/2023

Our Dallas office team members stepped out of their usual design spaces to embrace a festive challenge at Gingertown 2023! This unique holiday event, open to all, brought together creative minds from across the city - architects, engineers, contractors, and more - to build a charming gingerbread town, all in the spirit of giving.

Kudos to our Overland stars - Priscilla Almendariz, Mitzy Belen Gonzalez, Edith Gomez, and Sarah Cu***ng - for their exceptional talent and enthusiasm at this community-focused event. Their gingerbread creations not only added to the holiday charm but also supported the Children’s Craniofacial Association.

Join us in celebrating the collaborative spirit of Gingertown, where every gingerbread wall and rooftop crafted by our team symbolizes joy, community, and the true essence of the holiday season!

12/06/2023

The legendary Allstate Red River Rivalry between the University of Texas and the University of Oklahoma is set to continue at the Cotton Bowl through 2036! This historic series, a staple at the State Fair of Texas since 1929, brings not just thrilling football but a rich tradition cherished by fans.

Exciting renovations are on the horizon for the Cotton Bowl Stadium, with an investment of $140 million aimed at enhancing the fan experience. Think wider concourses, new escalators, revamped concessions, and much more.

We're committed to preserving the stadium’s iconic legacy while ushering in a new era of innovation and fan engagement. Here's to continuing a century-long rivalry and elevating one of the nation's most iconic sports venues. Stay tuned for more updates as we reimagine the Cotton Bowl for the 2026

In collaboration with: McAfee3 Architects, MODUSarchitecture, Normal Alston, Fair Park First, Dallas Parks and Recreation, Visit Dallas, OVG360, AECOM

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12/01/2023

We realized a major milestone this week in the Rio Grande Valley with the groundbreaking of the new Center for Urban Ecology at Quinta Mazatlán yesterday! An international living laboratory at the intersection of ecotourism and education in McAllen, Texas, this project is a pivotal step towards realizing Quinta Mazatlán's mission of enriching lives through environmental stewardship and education. The P.A.L.M. House, situated at the heart of this project, is designed to be a net positive habitat, promoting nature appreciation and sustainability for all ages. It's a significant milestone in creating an international gateway to world-class birding and nature experiences, merging innovative design with ecological sensitivity.

Overland Project Principal Rick Archer and Yanjing Chen were on site for the celebration. Thank you to our collaborators on this highly sustainable, transformational project including Megamorphosis Design (AOR), Christy TenEyck (Landscape Architect), and Spawglass (Contractor), the City of McAllen, and all the community members who worked hard to bring this project to life!

Learn more about this project here: https://bit.ly/3GrwCxu

11/21/2023

The recent groundbreaking of The Monarch San Antonio last week ignited discussions across the city of San Antonio and on social media. We wanted to highlight that CultureMap San Antonio's feature on this significant development was their top story of the week last week.

The article explores the distinct aspects of The Monarch, showcasing its role as a symbol of luxury and sustainable design in San Antonio. Highlights include a speakeasy, a rooftop bar, and impressive city views, poised to redefine the city's skyline.

Discover more about the project's impact on Hemisfair and its journey in the link below.

Editor's note: It’s that time again — time to check in with our top stories. From a luxe hotel to a large cruise ship, here are the five most-read stories over the past seven days. Looking for the best things to do this weekend? Check out that list here. Still need some Thanksgiving to-go ideas?...

11/15/2023

A great evening with San Antonio’s architectural design community celebrating the People + Places that contribute our city’s built environment. Congratulations to Overland Partners founder and principal Rick Archer, FAIA, who received the Legacy Award, AIA San Antonio’s highest People honor for contributions to the profession of architecture.

Congratulations to our Place Design Award Winners:
COTE Award - Austin Community College, Rio Grande Renovation (collaboration with Studio8 Architects)
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11/14/2023

Today marks a monumental milestone as we proudly joined Zachry Hospitality, Hemisfair, Hemisfair Park Area Redevelopment Corporation (HPARC) and our team of consultants to commence the groundbreaking of The Monarch San Antonio, Curio Collection by Hilton's debut property set to redefine San Antonio's skyline and luxury hospitality landscape.

Slated to welcome guests in 2026, The Monarch San Antonio's 17-story boutique hotel embodies a blend of luxury, innovation, and sustainable design with the notable curved tower offering panoramic views of Hemisfair Civic Park and the city and walking distance from the Henry B. Gonzalez Convention Center, Historic River Walk, La Villita, the Tower of the Americas, and the Alamo.

"Today, we stand amidst the awe-inspiring beauty of Hemisfair to celebrate not only the construction of a remarkable building, but the realization of a dream to blend the rich history, native ecology and vibrant culture of San Antonio with innovative, sustainable design,” said Overland Project Principal Michael Monceaux, AIA.

See the latest renderings below and read more about The Monarch San Antonio's design features and luxury amenities in the press release linked here: https://bit.ly/47bo6OR