News & updates
Dec. 27, 2022
Giving thanks, looking forward
David Reed reflects on the blessings of 2022 and the promises of '23!
Dec. 13, 2022
Check out our Christmas party pics!
Scenes of the feast, gift openings, and family fun!
Nov. 1, 2022
David Reed's favorite projects: the EPAC
Our principal and founder looks back at the design and construction of Tulsa Edison Preparatory Middle and High School's athletic center on the 10th anniversary of its opening.
Oct. 20, 2022
Get ready for the Route 66 Christmas Chute!
A new holiday extravaganza entitled the "Route 66 Christmas Chute" promises several long-term dividends for Sapulpa.
Oct. 11, 2022
"I think this facility is over-the-top amazing!"
Check out some videos on the opening of Tulsa East Central High School's new arena, designed by Reed Architecture and Interiors!
Oct. 4, 2022
Work begins on SPS contract
We have started on our newest design project with Sapulpa Public Schools. The first step: gathering information towards designing a new junior high and high school to replace 50+-year-old existing campuses.
Aug. 10, 2022
Sapulpa BOE awards contract to Reed Architecture, DLR
Read reports by the Sapulpa Herald and the Sapulpa Times on the Sapulpa Public Schools Board of Education awarding a new middle and high school design contract to Reed Architecture and DLR Group.
Aug. 9, 2022
Route 66 auto museum plots expansion
The Heart of Route 66 Auto Museum in Sapulpa, OK, is preparing a 60-percent expansion. This addition, designed by Reed Architecture, should boost the museum's visibility, exhibit space, and revenue streams.
July 5, 2022
Meet our new ALEP!
David Reed receives the Accredited Learning Environments Planner (ALEP) designation!
June 7, 2022
Meet our 2022 interns!
"They are both self-starters and are already producing great work,” David Reed said of our two summer interns, Cassidy Cecilia Teel and Joshua Helms.
May 10, 2022
PC West opens another Reed project
Putnam City West High School will open its new 50,500-square-foot arena this month, bringing another Reed Architecture project to a satisfying conclusion.
April 26, 2022
David reflects on his AIA work
"I'm excited about the future of our state and the architects coming out of school," he said. "We have some outstanding architects and designers in our state producing amazing work."
April 19, 2022
Our building design helps a historic firm expand
Frankoma Pottery expects to complete construction on its five-acre Glenpool, OK, headquarters by the end of this month.
April 5, 2022
David Reed in the news!
KJRH Channel 2 interviews David about a downtown Sapulpa development project!
March 15, 2022
Looking back at the Muskogee Gateways
This five-year-old project helps build positive identities for historic downtown Muskogee and its many districts.
March 10, 2022
Aiding downtown Sapulpa development
David Reed becomes project manager of downtown's master plan.
Dec. 23, 2021
David Reed participates in AIA panel
David Reed traveled to Washington D.C. this month to participate in his first meeting on AIA’s National Advisory Council.
Oct. 12, 2021
"This stadium design is outstanding."
View two videos on the Tulsa Central High School stadium, designed by Reed Architecture!
Sept. 23, 2021
David Reed to step into AIA Oklahoma presidency
Our founder will be named president of AIA Oklahoma during the organization’s annual conference, Sept. 30-Oct. 1 in Edmond.
Sept. 21, 2021
The return of Brandon Gee
Brandon Gee has rejoined Reed Architecture and Interiors as a project manager. “David's always done some fine work, but now he's doing some awesome work! It's fun and exciting to be a part of it! Plus, I like the challenge."
Sept. 2, 2021
David Reed's favorite projects: Nathan E. Harris Field House
Our founder shares several fond memories from designing Booker T. Washington High School’s Nathan E. Harris Field House. That 2010 Tulsa Public Schools contract was the first significant project awarded to his firm...
Aug. 24, 2021
Getting into automotive work
Stadiums, arenas, ballparks… David Reed targeted these projects when he launched his architectural firm in 2009. Automotive dealerships were not on his mind. But Reed soon found success in both areas, all traced back to one shining source...
June 25, 2021
The joys of biking
In this "After Hours" feature, our office manager, Rhonda Gerrior, shares her lifelong love of bicycling.
June 22, 2021
Meet our 2021 interns!
“They are both doing great work and have really jumped in with great attitudes and eagerness to serve and learn.”
June 11, 2021
Business of the year!
Reed Architecture and Interiors receives the Sapulpa Chamber of Commerce’s 2020 Business of the Year award.
May 11, 2021
Trickle-down benefits from a quality arena
Since its 2012 opening, the Edison Preparatory Athletic Center has demonstrated again and again how a quality building may boost not just a school's sports programs, but its entire operation. Learn how in this May 2021 article.
April 5, 2021
The importance of synergy
David Reed and Rodney James discuss this often overlooked element in church construction.
March 31, 2021
Now in Church Executive magazine
The March/April issue features Grace City Church, a growing client of Reed Architecture and Master's Plan Church Design and Construction. Read about their efforts here!
March 28, 2021
Read about us in the Sapulpa Herald
You'll find our article on Page 8 of the insert Sapulpa Progress!
Or you may read it here!
March 22, 2021
David Reed's favorite projects: Boone Pickens Stadium
When you ask David Reed about his favorite architecture projects, Oklahoma State University’s Boone Pickens Stadium always comes up. Read about it in this five-part article!
Jan. 26, 2021
Nicollette joins our team!
West, a 2016 graduate of Missouri State University, earned her National Council for Interior Design Qualification Certification last year. Reed Architecture’s growing expertise in athletic, religious, and school projects drew her to our firm.
Jan. 27, 2021
Reed Architecture designs Central HS stadium
This will provide the first true home field for Tulsa's oldest high school.
Jan. 26, 2021
Chambers receives NCIDQ Certification
Interior designer Emily Chambers, who joined our team in 2017, has received her National Council for Interior Design Qualification Certification.
Dec. 18, 2020
An athlete turned architect
Did you ever wonder what led David Reed into architecture? Read about it in this article by the Tulsa World.
Dec. 16, 2020
Arena design to transform campus
Reed Architecture and Interiors designs a new multi-purpose arena for Tulsa (OK) East Central High School.
Oct. 13, 2020
Taking care of business
Architect Jason Haslam has joined the Reed Architecture staff to oversee all projects with Tulsa contractor Master's Plan Church Design and Construction.
Sept. 10, 2020
"David's Fabulous 50" birthday party
View a slideshow of party pics from the Reed Architecture HQ!
Aug. 27, 2020
Will Rogers HS holds its first home football game
Crossland Construction finishes this long-awaited Reed Architecture design.
Aug. 20, 2020
It's finished!
Victory Bible College opens the doors to its new youth building, designed by Reed Architecture!
July 30, 2020
Church projects advance
Economic turbulence from COVID-19 hardly slowed church construction plans or activity for two Tulsa industry partners, Master's Plan Church Design and Construction and Reed Architecture and Interiors.
July 23, 2020
Meet our third intern!
"We’ve been blessed to find three talented students eager to dive in and get to work."
July 9, 2020
Construction update: our headquarters
View a photo slideshow of our downtown Sapulpa, OK, office.
June 30, 2020
Jordan joins our team!
"Jordan (Taylor Travis) is a great addition to our team," said Reed Architecture principal David Reed. "She has a construction background and a servant's heart."
June 23, 2020
Meet our interns!
Allow me to introduce Lauren Williams and Jade Roubideaux, our two Oklahoma State University summer interns!
June 1, 2020
Sparks Reed becomes Reed Architecture
Our busy company moves into its new downtown Sapulpa, OK, home!
May 21, 2020
Tour the Sparks Reed HQ renovation
View ongoing improvements within our future downtown Sapulpa, OK, home!
May 19, 2020
Jennifer joins the staff!
“She brings a passion for education and church projects with a strong background in detailing and organization."
May 7, 2020
Renovation proves a family affair
Sparks Reed nears completion of its 5,000-square-foot downtown Sapulpa office.
April 29, 2020
Gary Sparks retires
The proud Oklahoma State graduate is known for many iconic architectural landmarks in Tulsa and Stillwater.
March 27, 2020
Sparks Reed buys an office building
This downtown Sapulpa, OK, structure will become the architectural firm's new headquarters.
March 10, 2020
David Reed in the news!
Sparks Reed principal David Reed comments on this News on 6 update of SR's old headquarters site!
March 2, 2020
The places to hold basketball tournaments
Four high school arenas designed by Sparks Reed hosted state playoff basketball tournaments.
Dec. 31, 2019
At long last, construction
From the Tulsa World: After eight decades, construction of the Will Rogers HS sports stadium is underway...
Dec. 23, 2019
Uniting on one campus
Victory Bible College has started construction on the first building outlined under a campus master plan developed by Sparks Reed Architecture and Interiors.
Dec. 11, 2019
Expanding with churches
Sparks Reed enjoys growth through a strategic partnership with Tulsa-based church builder Master's Plan.
Dec. 2, 2019
Project Joy!
Sparks Reed Architecture and Interiors joined with 94.1 KXOJ, Mark Allen Auto Group, and Amber Marie & Company to sponsor Project Joy, a program providing Christmas stockings loaded with essentials to at-risk children through the Parent Child Center of Tulsa.
Nov. 22, 2019
"It's absolutely beautiful!"
Tulsa (OK) Public Schools Superintendent of Schools Dr. Deborah Gist discusses the Sparks Reed-designed McLain High School fieldhouse during its Nov. 21 grand opening.
Nov. 22, 2019
Listen to our Holiday 2019 radio spot!
Catch our Holiday 2019 radio spot, now playing on 94.1 KXOJ-FM.
Nov. 11, 2019
Watch videos from the Will Rogers groundbreaking
Oklahoma state Sen. Dave Rader and Tulsa (OK) Public Schools Exec Director of Athletics Gil Cloud discuss the Sparks Reed-designed Will Rogers College High and Junior High School football/soccer/track stadium.
Nov. 8, 2019
Bill Haisten: After 80 years of bus trips...
Read a nice article from the Tulsa World's Bill Haisten: After 80 years of bus trips, the Will Rogers HS football program looks ahead to a new stadium and better days...
Nov. 1, 2019
Sparks Reed design enriches Will Rogers High School
Tulsa Public Schools broke ground on the first football stadium in the history of 90-year-old Will Rogers College High and Junior High School. It uses a game-changing building design by Sparks Reed Architecture and Interiors.
Oct. 15, 2019
Broaddrick receives architect license
Sparks Reed Architecture and Interiors welcomes a new architect to its staff – Bryan Broaddrick. This 32-year-old graduate of Oklahoma State University's school of architecture received his state architect license this month.
August 19, 2019
Redefining Titan Territory
Sparks Reed's arena design for for the McLain High School of Science and Technology delivers innovations inside and out.
August 15, 2019
Extending a unique internship
Sparks Reed staff plots the expansion of a Texas church.
June 24, 2019
Sparks Reed adds Taylor-made services
Colorado native Taylor Rider has joined the Sparks Reed staff as a summer intern.
June 6, 2019
Watch our new video on PCHS's gymnasium
Take a video journey through the renovation and expansion of Putnam City High School's original gymnasium, built in 1957. Sparks Reed's re-imagining of this classic facility unveiled fixtures long hidden while adding iconic features.
May 7, 2019
Sparks shares tales of two landmarks
A new book by Tulsa architect Gary Sparks tells the remarkable stories behind two of Oklahoma’s most beloved athletic facilities.
April 22, 2019
Starting out on the right foot
Understanding the importance of pre-design architectural services!
April 22, 2019
Turning obstacles into opportunities
Sparks Reed's innovative design gives Putnam City West High School one unique athletic complex.
Feb. 26, 2019
Wesley Foundation honors Sparks
The Wesley Foundation at Oklahoma State University honors Gary Sparks for the design work on its new Stillwater home.
Jan. 10, 2019
Going multipurpose
This in-depth article discusses trends in multipurpose design and construction.
Jan. 10, 2019
Trends in sports facilities
This sidebar to our "Going multipurpose" article looks at different design and construction trends in sports facilities.
Jan. 10, 2019
From basketball to rallies and musicals
Booker T. Washington High School's field house demonstrates value of multipurpose design.
Nov. 8, 2018
Sparks Reed enters PAWsh Palaces contest
Read about the American Institute of Architects' Eastern Oklahoma Chapter and its quest to help public schools!
Sept. 8, 2018
"This is going to make a big, big difference"
Wesley Foundation dedicates new Stillwater home designed by Sparks Reed!
July 19, 2018
7 steps for building success
Newsletter article outlines seven steps clients should follow to achieve success in their building projects.
July 19, 2018
Building character
Memorial Veterans Arena surprises school executives with unexpected versatility, benefits, demand.
July 19, 2018
Streamlined renewal
Look inside Sparks Reed's remarkable redesign of Tulsa Tech's Riverside Campus cafe!
July 12, 2018
Hope returns to Sparks Reed
Hope Bailey becomes a two-time summer intern at Sparks Reed!
April 20, 2018
Leadership through the construction process
School executives reveal how hiring outside architects improves, safeguards construction projects.
April 20, 2018
Game-changing architecture
Learn through this article how these innovative Sparks Reed designs helped an Oklahoma City high school upgrade its sports programs.
April 20, 2018
An Artist in the Wild
A winter trip allows photographer Gary Sparks to explore his passion for landscapes and wildlife.
Dec. 20, 2017
Trends in stadium design
Stadium designs adapt to dramatic changes in consumer trends.
Sept. 20, 2017
Creating a new standard
Learn how Sparks Reed's redesign projects helped Ditch Witch create a new corporate and structural identity.
Aug. 10, 2017
Recovering from the storm
Press release: Sparks Reed establishes temporary offices following a tornado strike.
April 12, 2017
Mr. Reed goes to Washington
Sparks Reed co-founder and principal David Reed traveled with several Tulsa architects to Washington, D.C., to study industry and leadership trends.
April 12, 2017
Let there be light!
The City of Muskogee has revived its pioneering past to light its downtown’s future.