360 Architecture
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Architecture |
| Founded | 2004 |
| Founder | Brad Schrock (co-founder) |
| Defunct | 2015 |
| Fate | Acquired by HOK |
| Headquarters | Kansas City, Missouri , United States |
Area served | United States |
Key people | Brad Schrock (co-founder, director at HOK Sports + Recreation + Entertainment division) |
Number of employees | 200 (2014) |
360 Architecture was an architectural practice based in the United States that became part of HOK in 2015. The company focused on designing a variety of structures including corporate headquarters, commercial office spaces, sports venues such as arenas and stadiums, municipal buildings, residential developments, and mixed-use entertainment districts. Its main office was located in Kansas City, Missouri, with additional branches in Columbus, Ohio and San Francisco, California. By the year 2014, the firm employed around 200 design professionals.
In early 2015, HOK purchased 360 Architecture for an undisclosed amount, establishing a worldwide Sports + Recreation + Entertainment division. Brad Schrock, one of 360 Architecture’s co-founders, took on the role of director within this new HOK sector, highlighting the acquisition’s strategic importance in strengthening HOK’s position in the sports architecture arena.
History
The formation of 360 Architecture occurred in 2004 through the merger of CDFM2 Architecture Inc. and Heinlein Schrock Stearns. At that moment, CDFM2 consisted of sixty architects and designers catering to corporate clients, government projects, developers, and higher education institutions. Heinlein Schrock Stearns brought together thirty-six architects specializing in collegiate and professional sports facilities as well as commercial, residential, and retail/entertainment developments. This union merged over thirty years of combined expertise from firms originally established in 1980 and 1995.
Recent activities
The firm played a significant role in designing prominent U.S. sports facilities such as Avaya Stadium in San Jose, California—the home stadium for the San Jose Earthquakes; Husky Stadium in Seattle, Washington—serving the Washington Huskies football team; and MetLife Stadium located in East Rutherford, New Jersey—which hosts both the New York Giants and New York Jets. Additionally, 360 Architecture was part of the Kansas City Downtown Arena Design Team (DADT), acting as the architect of record for the Sprint Center situated downtown Kansas City.
Beyond sports venues, 360 Architecture spearheaded a thirteen-block urban renewal initiative within downtown Kansas City. Notable projects within this area include the corporate headquarters for J.E. Dunn Construction Company, renovations to the U.S. Internal Revenue Service Center and post office facilities, H&R Block’s global headquarters, and expansion efforts for Boulevard Brewing Company. These undertakings reflect the firm’s strategic emphasis on extensive commercial developments and urban revitalization efforts that promote economic growth and enhance market presence.
Selected projects
- TBD: New Downtown Tucson Arena located in Tucson
- TBD: Oakland Ballpark, home field for the Oakland Athletics
- 2017: Little Caesars Arena, home venue for Detroit Red Wings and Detroit Pistons
- 2017: Mercedes Benz Stadium, hosting both Atlanta Falcons and Atlanta United FC
- 2016: Rogers Place, home to the Edmonton Oilers
- 2015: Avaya Stadium, home ground for San Jose Earthquakes
- 2013: Recreation & Wellness Center at Auburn University
- 2013: Husky Stadium, home stadium for Washington Huskies
- 2013: Headquarters of Polsinelli in Kansas City, Missouri
- 2013: Theatre Support Center for AMC Theatres in Leawood, Kansas
- 2010: New Meadowlands Stadium (MetLife Stadium), home to both New York Giants and New York Jets
- 2010: Renovations at Southern Illinois University’s Banterra Center and Saluki Stadium
- 2010: New arena at Auburn University
- 2009: Headquarters facility for JE Dunn Construction Company
- 2009: Huntington Park (Columbus, Ohio)
- 2008: Development of Kansas City Power & Light District
- 2008: Global Ministry Center for Church of the Nazarene
- 2008: Northern Kentucky University’s BB&T Arena
- 2007: Projects including Sprint Center, Acrisure Bounce House, and Rent One Park
- 2006: World headquarters for H&R Block and Boulevard Brewing Company; renovations at University of Nebraska–Lincoln’s Memorial Stadium; Steve Cady Arena at Miami University
- 2005: Facilities such as Stockton Arena and Hall Center for the Humanities at University of Kansas
- 2004: Renovation work at Kansas City International Airport terminals; Mizzou Arena; Bernstein-Rein headquarters; Navy–Marine Corps Memorial Stadium
- 2003: CommunityAmerica Ballpark and Gaylord Family Oklahoma Memorial Stadium
- 2002: University of Dayton Arena and Veterans Memorial Stadium in Cedar Rapids
- 2001: Headquarters for Kansas City Southern - Cathedral Square
- 2000: Nationwide Arena and Lockton Companies headquarters
- 1999: American Airlines Arena and Safeco Field
- 1998: Kohl Center
- 1996: DST Systems headquarters
- 1994: Renovation of Kansas City Downtown Airport
- 1992: Headquarters for American Cancer Society
Markets served
- Corporate environments
- Mixed-use developments
- Civic projects
- Professional and collegiate sports facilities
- Recreational spaces
- Residential communities
- Hospitality industry
- Higher education institutions
Services
- Landscape design
- Strategic visioning and planning
- Comprehensive master planning
- Site and building assessments
- Compliance evaluations including ADA and code analysis
- Programming and spatial organization
- Evaluation of workstation standards and furniture
- Architectural and interior design services
- Facility operations management
- Preparation of construction documents and project administration
- Management of organizational change and relocation processes
- Creation of graphics, signage, 3D illustrations, and animations
- Specification development and contract administration