The Tide Club at Julington Creek, a $34 million transformation of the community’s aquatics complex and park, is now complete. Designed by ELM | Ervin Lovett Miller, a Jacksonville-based architecture, landscape architecture, and planning firm, the project replaces aging amenities with a new dynamic destination for residents of one of St. Johns County’s most established residential communities.

This month marks ELM’s 24th Anniversary—a journey that began in a small studio above a garage in San Marco and has grown into a dynamic, collaborative design practice of nearly thirty talented professionals. Over the years, we’ve had the privilege of shaping communities, building lasting relationships, and creating places that add value to people’s lives.

Set along the St. Johns River, the Florida Yacht Club (FYC) has been a cornerstone of Jacksonville’s social and nautical life for over a century. As FYC approached its upcoming 150th anniversary in 2026, the Club embarked on a visionary renewal—one that would honor its distinguished legacy while thoughtfully preparing for the future.

Rebuilding with Resilience

In the wake of Hurricane Helene, the future of Asheville’s River Arts District depends on innovative, sustainable design. Architect Jason Tankersley of ELM Ervin Lovett Miller is mentoring KSU’s 4th-year Urban Lab studio, guiding students as they explore real-world solutions for rebuilding this vibrant community while preserving its identity.

This September, students will present their work at AIA Aspire in Asheville, showcasing their vision for a more resilient future. Read more about how architecture and mentorship are shaping the next generation of urban problem-solvers.

#ResilientDesign #Asheville #Architecture #UrbanPlanning #AIAAspire #RiverArtsDistrict #KennesawStateUniversity #UrbanLabStudio #elmplan #ervinlovettmiller