Haley Simpkins

Aug. 7, 2026

A softer place to land: UK interiors students envision new possibilities for The Nest’s childcare space

Two people smile as one points to a detailed architectural model at an exhibition.
Aug. 3, 2026

UK student-designed emergency housing finds permanent home

A group cuts a ceremonial ribbon in front of the modular emergency housing prototype.
July 13, 2026

Design-build partnership in Eastern Kentucky expands river access, reimagines historic site

A bright red, geometric outdoor pavilion sits beside a grassy area as several people gather nearby in conversation. A green kayak rests on the ground in front of the structure, with wooded hills and a clear blue sky in the background.
May 26, 2026

UK students partner with Shaker Village to explore design, landscape and place

Rendering of an outdoor campus plaza with people seated at a table on a paved patio, surrounded by grass, trees, and walking paths.
May 4, 2026

Designing his own path: UK grad’s journey from first-gen student to future architect

A graduate in a blue cap and gown leans against a stone structure, smiling, with a modern curved building in the background.
April 13, 2026

UK to host campuswide Art Trail April 16

University of Kentucky Art Trail event graphic with date “April 16 | 4-7 p.m.” and colorful “ART TRAIL” lettering over a map background.
Feb. 26, 2026

Angelo Donghia Foundation grant brings FeltLOOM to UK SoftLab

A group of six people in casual attire attentively observe a colorful-dressed instructor demonstrating a textile machine in a modern workshop setting.
Feb. 13, 2026

Architecture students reimagine a Lexington warehouse through AI-informed design

A person walks through a large, tent-like textile installation made of woven fabric panels and hanging threads, set up inside an open, light-filled gallery space with wooden floors.
Nov. 24, 2025

Recycling redefined: Interiors student research turns waste into art and opportunity

The art display that Skeeters created is on display in the Gray Design Building. Photo by Haley Simpkins.
Oct. 21, 2025

UK students transform parking spot into pop-up park

The organizers repurposed chairs and tables from the building and incorporated plants lent by Wilson Plant Company to bring the small space to life.

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