Client: City of Little Rock
Location: Little Rock, Arkansas
Size: 19,088 SF
Project Type: Police Headquarters Renovation & Addition
Features: Public Lobby, Detective Offices, Briefing Room, Administrative Offices, Secure Entry, Bullet-Resistant Design
Completion: 2023
The Little Rock Police Headquarters renovation transformed the historic McFadden Building on Markham Street into a modern headquarters facility for the Little Rock Police Department. Located in downtown Little Rock, the project combined adaptive reuse, renovation, and strategic additions to create a secure, functional workplace for law enforcement operations while preserving the character of the 1921 building. The facility provides administrative offices, investigative workspaces, and public-facing services within a prominent civic landmark.
The renovation completely modernized the historic structure while introducing a new glass-enclosed public lobby and secure staff entrance. Interior spaces include detective offices, flexible open work areas, and a large briefing room designed with Kevlar-reinforced walls and bullet-resistant glazing. The project balances transparency and security through the use of illuminated glass façades, controlled access points, and modern workplace environments tailored to the operational needs of the Little Rock Police Department.
AIA Member’s Choice Award
ASID Excellence in Design – Silver
KARK Ch 4 News – Look Inside the New Little Rock Police Headquarters
Arkansas Times – LRPD Moves into Shiney New Headquarters
