Mary Roskilly, principal and owner of Anecdote Architectural Experiences, was named to the Nashville Business Journal’s 2021 Power 100. She played a key role in one of Nashville’s largest land deals, assisting Marquette Cos. in scouting sites for its first local development.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences designed Recess at 625 Fourth Ave S, Nashville, a 0.75-acre open-air venue for 2,000 guests. The three-level space features cabanas, terraces, multiple food offerings including local favorites, and a stage for live music, making it one of the city’s largest outdoor entertainment destinations.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences is designing the new Recess venue at 625 Fourth Ave S in Nashville, next to Bob Dylan’s Heaven’s Door. Constructed from shipping containers, the space will host live music, food, and drinks, bringing the successful Chicago concept to Music City’s vibrant entertainment scene.
Read MoreFor the 2021 submission, Anecdote Architectural Experiences designed a long-term parklet in Wedgewood-Houston. Inspired by Michelangelo’s bridge, the 72-hour, tension-based structure accommodates four, provides shade, and now resides at Jackalope Brewing Company, enhancing the neighborhood’s vibrant streetscape.
Read MoreProgress on 1030 Music Row, designed by Anecdote Architectural Experiences, continues rapidly. On September 14, the final DLT panel was placed, topping out the five-story, 100,000 sq. ft. mass timber office building—featuring sustainably sourced wood that regrows in just seven minutes in North American forests.
Read MoreOn April 12th, the Tennessee State Library and Archives, designed by Anecdote Architectural Experiences, officially opened. The facility preserves Tennessee’s legal and civic history, making state archives and collections from families, businesses, and organizations accessible to the public.
Read MoreMarch 1st 2021, the three original copies of the Tennessee Constitution we successfully moved into Anecdote Architectural Experiences designed the Tennessee State Library and Archives, which now houses the three original copies of the Tennessee Constitution. The new 165,000 sq. ft. facility in Nashville preserves state history while providing classrooms, meeting spaces, and public exhibits.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences collaborated with Curt and Mason Revelette to design The Rutledge’s second location at Four Seasons Hotel Nashville. The 13,000 sq. ft. restaurant on 1st Avenue South features signature dining and is situated downtown across from the Cumberland River.
Read MoreMary Roskilly, partner and majority owner of Anecdote Architectural Experiences, was interviewed by Laurie Everett, sharing her personal and professional journey, advice for future architects, and reflections on becoming a women-owned business in 2017 while leading notable projects in Nashville.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences adapted to 2020 challenges by taking their annual holiday celebration online. Partners delivered gift bags to team members with treats from projects designed by the firm, keeping the holiday spirit alive while staying safe during the pandemic.
Read MoreJoshua Hughes, partner at Anecdote Architectural Experiences, oversees finance, administration, and project management while mentoring staff. He advises young professionals to lead by example—actions speak louder than words, and consistent dedication sets you apart in your career.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences continues work on Panattoni Development’s 1030 Music Row project despite COVID-19 challenges. The firm emphasizes confidence in Nashville’s growth, preparing the innovative mass timber office building to be ready for the city’s post-pandemic forward momentum.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences is featured on CBS for the Votes for Women room at Nashville Public Library. CBS highlights the telling the story of Tennessee’s pivotal contribution to women’s suffrage and the broader movement for the 19th Amendment.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences contributed to the Votes for Women room at Nashville Public Library, celebrating 100 years of women’s suffrage. The permanent interactive exhibit honors Tennessee’s pivotal role in ratifying the 19th Amendment, with virtual experiences available during the pandemic.
Read MoreMary Roskilly, principal and partner at Anecdote Architectural Experiences, discusses her experience as a woman small business owner and shares her vision for Nashville’s built environment, emphasizing a future city that reflects the people who live and will live there.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences shares updated renderings for 1030 Music Row. The design features a glass “jewel box” exterior highlighting a mass timber structure, revised from a previous six-floor plan, combining transparency, sustainable timber construction, and modern architectural innovation.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences explores innovative ideas for safer workplaces, from fully virtual offices to converting buildings into urban farms, and even using office pets as mobile sanitation stations—showcasing creative approaches to health, hygiene, and employee well-being.
Read MoreMary Roskilly, majority owner of Anecdote Architectural Experiences, spoke with The Nashville Business Journal about navigating the challenges of leading an architecture firm during the COVID-19 pandemic, sharing insights on resilience, remote work, and maintaining project momentum.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences’, Mary Roskilly, is proud to be recognized in Nashville Business Journal’s inaugural Commercial Real Estate Leadership Awards, celebrating the firm’s excellence and impact in shaping Nashville’s built environment through innovative architectural projects.
Read MoreAnecdote Architectural Experiences was featured in the Nashville Business Journal, highlighting how the firm’s staff is adapting to remote work. As offices across Music City go silent due to COVID-19, Anecdote demonstrates flexibility and continued collaboration in a work-from-home environment.
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