Niobrara State Park Visitor Center

Niobrara State Park Visitor Center

Group Project - Philip Boyd; Kyle Riley Niobrara, NE Fall 2023

The Visitor center is a testament to integration of a building with its surrounding through collective vision and innovative thinking. Embracing an asymmetrical design, both through form and function, the building goes beyond aesthetic appeal to address the multifaceted needs of the community.

Front approach

Back approach from Learn Through Play area

Engaging a site full of heritage and breathtaking views, the visitor center’s timber and Endicott brick structure seamlessly blend historical narrative with interactive exhibits. The building represents a synthesis of innovation and preservation, honoring Niobrara’s history while embracing a forward thinking future.

Interior exhibition space

Interior office space