What We Do

McKinley Architecture and Engineering/McKinley Sports is a nationally recognized leader in sports architecture and recreation facility planning. With over 170 years of combined experience, our team of architects, landscape architects, planners, and engineers are focused on creating the highest level  athletic performance  environments.

Sports are the gateways to our communities. They are the first impression of your school, your town, your athletes. Sports facilities begin with a vision providing ease of access, great lines of visibility, freedom of movement, and create a space which encourages repeat visits. The experience is not only for the athlete, but also for the parents, the families, and the community as a whole. We look to maximize the overall experience and presentation in every venue we design, creating a space that the community visits time and time again.

We believe performance is everything. Our sports facilities are designed with the latest materials and products to elevate your team’s performance to the highest level. From stadiums to fields and from field houses to training centers, McKinley Architects + Engineers innovative design delivers facilities that perform at the pinnacle of excellence.

We have planned and designed more than 200 sports and recreation facilities across the country. Our expertise spans all levels of sports—from professional and NCAA Division I, II, and III programs to high school and community athletics. Our current clientele is 85% scholastic and 15% private and municipal sports projects. Our portfolio of work stretches coast to coast—from Florida’s Gold Coast to the Pacific shores of California. Whether designing multi-sport complexes, managing stadium construction, or developing long-term athletic master plans, we deliver tailored, functional, and future-focused solutions. 

At McKinley Architecture and Engineering/McKinley Sports, we thrive on teamwork, relying on each other’s strengths to ensure an efficient end-product without sacrificing quality. We don’t just design sports—we build places where athletes grow, communities unite, and traditions endure.