Sparkflight Studios

Reimagining Community At Sparkflight Studios, we believe architecture is most powerful when it strengthens communities. Our rehabilitation of the Janice Brooks Bay Residences in Las Vegas reflects this mission: transforming an aging affordable housing development into a revitalized, sustainable neighborhood for families. Breathing New Life into a Legacy Property Originally built in 1972, the 9.56-acre Janice Brooks Bay complex includes 14 two-story buildings with 100 residential units. Over time, the property had grown tired and in need of significant updates. The Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) tasked our team with leading the architectural design for a full rehabilitation. Our design approach carefully balanced respect for the community’s history with a forward-looking vision that prioritizes safety, accessibility, and modern comfort. Today, that vision is becoming reality — the project is now under construction. Creating Space Within Constraints One of the project...

  Reflection on 2024: Continuing Our 20th Year Together   As we step into another year of making a difference, we reflect on the incredible journey we’ve shared with our community in 2024. This year has been a testament to the power of collaboration, creativity, and care. Partnering with College of Southern Nevada (CSN) and Charter School Development Corporation (CSDC) on the Rooted Charter School, we’ve championed education as the cornerstone of opportunity . Through the Art Gallery Expo Center for the Rita Deanin Abbey Art Museum we celebrated the transformative power of art and culture . With the Southern Nevada Regional Housing Authority (SNRHA) Janice Brooks Bay Residences 100-Unit Rehab Center and Family Promise of Las Vegas' Family Navigation Center, we’ve worked to create spaces that uplift lives and provide hope. In partnership with the City of North Las Vegas, we’ve supported the vibrant Dolores Huerta Community Center, fosteri...

Celebrating the Legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. - JANUARY 20, 2025 Every third Monday in January, the United States pauses to honor the life and legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., a man whose vision, courage, and commitment to justice changed the course of history. MLK Day is not just a day off work or school—it's an opportunity to reflect on the values of equality, nonviolence, and service that Dr. King championed. Continuing the Dream Dr. King’s dream is not confined to history books—it is a living vision that calls each of us to contribute to a more just and equitable society. On this MLK Day, let’s honor his legacy by not only remembering his words but by embodying his principles in our daily lives. Whether through service, education, or advocacy, we all have a role to play in carrying his dream forward. As Dr. King once said,  "Life's most persistent and urgent question is, 'What are you doing for others?'"  Let this question guide us as we celebrate ...