Work – Smith Gee Studio

Our most transformative work emerges when Architecture, Urban Design, and Interior Design converge to shape Complete Places. We specialize in orchestrating these disciplines into a cohesive whole, elevating the human experience and cultivating neighborhoods, districts, and campuses that flourish with vitality and purpose.

Street-level watercolor rendering of a vibrant pedestrian plaza surrounded by residential buildings, cafés, shops, and bike-friendly infrastructure at sunset, illustrating active community life.

Urban Design & Planning

Rivergate Mall Redevelopment

Ongoing

A three-story residential building with beige siding, stone accents, and private balconies is shown on a sunny day with neatly maintained landscaping.

Affordable & Mixed-Income Housing

Timbers at Hickory Tree

2021

Zoomed-in site plan of “Tract D” within a residential development, highlighting multiple labeled buildings, curved streets, parking areas, and open green spaces for community use.

Urban Design & Planning

Town Madison

Ongoing

Sidewalk along the apartment buildings showing several private balconies, manicured landscaping, and residents walking dogs and chatting.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

River House

2017

A modern children's check-in area with layered green ceiling panels, wood accents, and kids interacting near a staffed desk.

Civic & InstitutionalInterior Design

Hermitage Hills

2016

Street-level view of the "Neuhoff" building entrance, showcasing partially preserved brick-and-concrete façade, wide steps, and active public space. People and children interact in the modern plaza surrounded by greenery and restored industrial architecture.

Adaptive ReuseCommercial OfficeRetail & Restaurant

Neuhoff Curve Building

2024

Colorful, modern townhomes with a combination of brick and siding facades face a landscaped outdoor play area. Children are shown climbing and running on soft, blue rubber mounds. The space includes benches and trees, creating a vibrant, family-friendly environment.

Affordable & Mixed-Income HousingCivic & InstitutionalMultifamily & Mixed-Use

Kirkpatrick Park

2016

Angled view of a red brick office building featuring large glass windows. The building is bordered by newly planted trees and a landscaped sidewalk.

Commercial OfficeInterior Design

Berry Farms Commercial Offices

2017 - 2018

Interior view of a trendy industrial bar with exposed wood beam ceiling, brick and cinderblock walls, sleek bar seating, and large potted plants adding greenery to the space.

Adaptive ReuseHospitalityInterior DesignRetail & Restaurant

5th & Taylor Restaurant

2015

Dusk view of an elevated courtyard located between apartment buildings. Residents are gathered on a furnished patio beneath string lights, surrounded by landscaping, modern balconies, and large windows. The space creates a relaxed and inviting outdoor lounge atmosphere.

Affordable & Mixed-Income Housing

900 at Cleveland Park

Ongoing

A chic lounge area with leather and metallic seating surrounds a striking natural wood coffee table. Bold abstract artwork decorates the walls, and the space blends rustic elements with refined design, offering a welcoming spot for conversation or relaxation.

HospitalityInterior Design

Canopy by Hilton

2019

Illustrated night view of a dense mixed-use neighborhood with parks, townhouses, apartment buildings, and tree-lined boulevards. Soft lighting highlights pedestrian paths and active green spaces.

Affordable & Mixed-Income HousingCivic & InstitutionalUrban Design & Planning

Westside District

2021

View of the transit center’s main entrance with a WeGo bus at Bay 3, digital signage above, and a landscaped pedestrian area in front.

Civic & Institutional

North Nashville Transit Center

2024

Close-up of the Durham Farms entrance sign made from stacked stone and weathered steel, set against a blue sky and surrounding greenery.

Urban Design & Planning

Durham Farms

2015

Evening scene of a bustling plaza surrounded by modern mid-rise buildings. The area features food trucks, white vendor tents, and crowds of people waving yellow and black flags, indicating a lively pre- or post-game gathering near the stadium.

Complete PlacesUrban Design & Planning

Nashville Fairgrounds

2018

Cozy, stylish library lounge featuring dark built-in bookshelves, a velvet sofa with accent pillows, and a rustic coffee table atop a cowhide rug. A monochrome sketch hangs on the wall, surrounded by eclectic books and decorative items.

HospitalityInterior DesignMultifamily & Mixed-Use

Harpeth Square Interiors

2020

Close-up of a blue built-in bookshelf filled with books, art pieces, and decorative objects, positioned above a brown leather sofa with blue accent pillows.

HospitalityInterior Design

Upside Canopy by Hilton

2019

Side view of a white brick residential building featuring multiple black iron balconies and tall windows. Several people are walking along the sidewalk in front of the landscaped area bordering the building.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Berry Farms Mary Dudley Condos

2019

Large rectangular swimming pool with designated swim lanes, surrounded by lounge chairs and umbrellas. In the background, a brick clubhouse with a metal roof and adjacent townhouses with dormer windows provide a resort-style setting.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Berry Farms Amenities

2018

A modern amphitheater with dramatic roof architecture is shown empty at dusk, with pathways, greenery, and accent lighting.

Civic & Institutional

Ascend Amphitheater

2015

A modern mid-rise apartment building with large glass windows, wood paneling, and black architectural framing stands on a sloped street. Multiple balconies with glass railings are visible, and several people are seen enjoying the rooftop terrace and private balconies. Trees, plants, and a parked car line the street in front, with pedestrians walking along the sidewalk.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Athena at the Park

Ongoing

Evening street view of a vibrant mixed-use development with ground-level retail, upper-story apartments, brick and stone façade, glowing windows, and light trails from passing cars under a deep blue sky.

HospitalityMultifamily & Mixed-Use

Harpeth Square

2020

Rendering of a modern mixed-use apartment complex with ground-floor retail and dining spaces. The surrounding area includes landscaped green spaces, outdoor seating, and people walking or sitting. The multi-story buildings feature large windows and balconies, set against a clear blue sky in an active urban environment.

Affordable & Mixed-Income HousingMultifamily & Mixed-Use

445 Park Commons

2024

Interior shot with a red brick fireplace, white mantle, wine bottles, and a table displaying books, soaps, and gourmet goods under large white pendant lights.

Adaptive ReuseRetail & Restaurant

Spread Market & Larder

2023

The Hamilton residential courtyard at dusk, showing a landscaped pedestrian path with native grasses, a central circular planter, and a mix of modern and traditional architectural finishes.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

The Hamilton & Hume House

2022

View of a landscaped courtyard surrounded by three-story townhomes with brick facades, large windows, and white trim. A couple walks along the central pathway beneath sunny skies.

Urban Design & Planning

Village East Townhomes

2015

Inviting lounge area with warm leather sofas, a built-in kitchenette with wooden shelving, potted plants, and a cozy reading alcove featuring a modern swing chair and green velvet armchair.

Adaptive ReuseHospitalityInterior Design

Lily Hall

2023

Corner view of a contemporary apartment complex with red brick and yellow paneling, featuring accessible ramps and well-lit pathways during evening hours.

Affordable & Mixed-Income HousingCivic & Institutional

Ryman Lofts

2013

Centered front view of the building’s glass entrance with visible lobby and interior signage that reads “Kenect.” Two people are walking near the entrance.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Kenect Nashville

2021

Vertical exterior shot of the Main & Clay building during twilight, emphasizing the dramatic height, clean architectural lines, and illuminated street activity.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Main & Clay

2019

Modern two-story retail building with white trim and large storefront windows, featuring the Soulshine Pizza Factory. The building includes shaded walkways and is surrounded by landscaped flowers and mature trees.

Multifamily & Mixed-UseRetail & Restaurant

Berry Farms Live Work

2018

Close-up view of a row of brick townhomes featuring double front porches with white railings. An American flag is displayed on one of the porches, and ceiling fans are visible overhead. Trees line the walkway in front of the homes.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Berry Farms Residential

2019

Street-level view of the residential complex exterior during daytime, showing three stories of container modules with black-framed windows and outdoor staircases. A pedestrian walks along a sidewalk in front of the building.

Adaptive ReuseInterior DesignMultifamily & Mixed-UseUrban Design & Planning

83 Freight

2021

Aerial rendering of a modern campus featuring green roofs, solar panels, and sustainable design elements, surrounded by a tree-lined road network and neighboring buildings.

Civic & Institutional

NYCE Juvenile Justice Center

Ongoing

View from a central atrium staircase looking up toward a mezzanine of office suites with glass walls. The modern design features exposed concrete, colorful flooring, and yellow vertical columns, with people walking and interacting across multiple levels.

Civic & InstitutionalCommercial OfficeInterior Design

UT COAD Administrative Office

Ongoing

Detailed corner rendering of a quaint suburban street with classic-style townhomes, lush greenery, and casually parked cars beneath a blue sky.

Urban Design & Planning

Nolensville Town Square

2023

Cozy café nook with light wood tables and chairs, mint green banquette seating, a geometric mural in soft pastels, and display shelves featuring coffee merchandise and decorative items.

HospitalityInterior DesignRetail & Restaurant

Retrograde Coffee – City Heights

2023

A multi-story apartment building with mixed exterior finishes is shown at dusk with landscaped pathways and outdoor lighting.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Terra House

2016

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

The Foundry

2023

A five-story residential building features modern balconies, large windows, and glowing signage, with landscaped surroundings and a lit street at night.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

The Lucile

Nighttime view of the Monday Night Brewing exterior with string lights glowing above the patio. Warm light from windows contrasts the building’s industrial concrete and brick facade.

Adaptive ReuseHospitalityInterior DesignRetail & Restaurant

Monday Night Brewing

2021

Exterior view of a modern architectural renovation combining exposed brick and concrete with glass walls, illuminated warmly at dusk, highlighting the blend of historic and contemporary design elements with a metal walkway and safety railing in the foreground.

Adaptive ReuseComplete PlacesUrban Design & Planning

Neuhoff

Civic & Institutional

MNPD Southeast Police Precinct

Ongoing

A modern mixed-use building with large windows, textured metal façade, and street-level retail sits at the corner of an urban intersection.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

The Finery – 1260 Martin & 610 Merritt

2017

Evening view of Central BBQ’s exterior lit up with neon signage. The pink and purple sky adds a dramatic backdrop, and diners are seen entering under the sign “Smoke is our Sauce.”

Adaptive ReuseHospitalityInterior DesignRetail & Restaurant

Central BBQ – 21st Ave

2021

Twilight view of an abstract metal sculpture with curved forms installed on a grassy plaza. In the background, an industrial-style building with tall glass windows is illuminated from within. The surrounding area includes trees, walking paths, and people enjoying the public space.

Adaptive ReuseCommercial OfficeInterior Design

Werthan Warehouse

2021

Curved resort-style swimming pool with built-in lounge chairs and surrounding deck seating. The fenced pool area is situated in front of three-story apartment buildings featuring brick and siding exteriors, beneath a partly cloudy blue sky.

Affordable & Mixed-Income Housing

Preserve at Highland Park

2021

Nighttime street-level view of a modern apartment building with balconies and lit windows, framed by trees and light trails from passing cars.

Complete PlacesUrban Design & Planning

Rolling Mill Hill

A modern elevator lobby with an industrial design features concrete walls and ceilings, exposed pipes, and sleek black elevator doors labeled A and B. A woman is pressing the elevator button while another person walks down the hallway. On the left, a man sits in a cozy seating area with sheepskin-covered chairs, white side tables, and potted plants near large floor-to-ceiling windows that let in natural light.

Adaptive ReuseCommercial OfficeInterior DesignRetail & Restaurant

Neuhoff Curve Building Interiors

2024

A modern apartment building with brick and blue paneling features a skybridge over a pedestrian crossing, where residents and children walk through a tree-lined area.

Civic & Institutional

Park Point East

Ongoing

Street-level view of a corner apartment building with prominent balconies, wood-paneled siding, and retail space banners reading “Just think... this could be your spot.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

The Cleo

2017

Aerial view of a dense urban redevelopment featuring large multi-story residential and commercial buildings, modern infrastructure, and structured parking within a surrounding historic neighborhood fabric.

Complete PlacesUrban Design & Planning

Taylor Place

Evening courtyard of an apartment complex featuring a modern playground structure, neatly manicured turf, and soft outdoor lighting. Residents sit and relax near the building entrance.

Affordable & Mixed-Income HousingCivic & Institutional

Cherry Oak Apartments

2024

Outdoor patio with orange bench seating, modern tables and chairs, and people socializing in front of a backdrop of red brick apartment buildings and sculptural landscaping.

Multifamily & Mixed-Use

Flats at Taylor Place

2014

A contemporary glass and steel building is illuminated at twilight, with upper-level balconies, interior lighting, and clean landscaping enhancing its sleek design.

Commercial OfficeInterior Design

602 Taylor Street

2020

A modern suburban neighborhood features rows of townhomes and single-family houses with front porches, clean sidewalks, and neatly landscaped yards. The homes are a mix of brick and siding, illuminated warmly as evening falls. In the distance, the downtown skyline rises above the treetops, adding an urban backdrop to this peaceful residential setting.

Civic & InstitutionalComplete PlacesUrban Design & Planning

Cayce Transformation

Outdoor dining area at Watermark restaurant with guests seated at patio tables beside a red brick building. A modern residential tower rises in the background, and a server moves through the scene.

Urban Design & Planning

The Gulch

Ongoing

A picturesque suburban neighborhood features a row of large, elegant houses with front porches and manicured lawns lining a quiet, curved street. On the opposite side, a lush green park with trees, walking paths, and open grassy areas creates a serene, community-friendly atmosphere. Rolling hills and dense forest can be seen in the distance under a clear blue sky.

Complete PlacesUrban Design & Planning

Stephens Valley

2021

Side-by-side view of two residential homes—one red brick townhouse with double front porches and one taupe-colored traditional house with white trim and flowering trees.

Complete PlacesUrban Design & Planning

Berry Farms

Wider evening view of the red brick building with lit signage for various restaurants and shops, multiple parked cars, and a few people visible near the entrances.

Adaptive ReuseCommercial OfficeComplete PlacesInterior Design

Cummins Station

2020

Aerial illustration of a vibrant mixed-use street at dusk, with homes, shops, and outdoor dining. The lively street scene includes people walking, biking, and gathering under string lights, suggesting a welcoming, small-town feel.

Urban Design & Planning

Lendon

2012

Modern four-story apartment building with a mix of red brick and blue-gray panel siding, accented by balconies with black metal railings and a clean urban streetscape.

Urban Design & Planning

Twickenham Square

2014

Sunlit hotel lobby with a seating area featuring a royal blue sofa, light gray chairs, a mounted TV, modern planters, and a stylish check-in desk in the background.

HospitalityInterior Design

Double Tree Hotel

2019

Bird’s-eye rendering of a large-scale urban development plan, including multiple residential buildings, greenspaces, roadways, and tree-lined streets integrated into an existing neighborhood.

Civic & Institutional

Innovation District

2020

Hotel front desk lobby with a marble reception counter, dramatic glass globe chandelier, dark wood paneling, and velvet seating for guests.

HospitalityInterior Design

Hilton Oak Lawn

2019

Cozy lounge area with patterned armchairs, leather seating, layered rugs, and panoramic windows offering lush green views and abundant natural light.

HospitalityInterior Design

Poco Diablo Resort

2022

Warm and welcoming lobby featuring rustic-modern furnishings, a grand circular chandelier, stone fireplace, and large windows framing scenic lake and forest views.

Civic & InstitutionalHospitality

Natchez Trace State Park Inn

Estimated 2027

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