Tall Architects was founded in 2014 with the goal of bringing a forward-thinking and inclusive voice to the world of architecture, specifically architecture in the south.
Founders Madison Talley and Mark Talley knew early on that they wanted to be at the helm of something larger than themselves, working towards the common goal of creating intelligently designed and beautiful built spaces that enrich and enliven the community. When looking for a community to settle in, Ocean Springs—a coastal Mississippi town that is known for its tree lined streets, bevy of artists, and relaxed atmosphere—seemed like a natural fit with plenty of opportunities for growth. Over the past nine years, the team at Tall has challenged themselves to consistently bring articulate and passionate voices to the arts, education, and cultural communities in not only Ocean Springs but Mississippi as a whole via lectures on architecture, participation on local boards, and workshops with students and community leaders.
What started as two people—Madison and Mark—has since grown over the years, and the Tall team and network is diverse and ever expanding. Priding themselves on interesting partnerships and thoughtful collaborations, Tall brings a team of talented consultants to the table, which includes engineers, landscape architects, artists, community engagement strategists, and urban planners.
MaDISON talley
Madison is an architect and founding partner. As a proponent of design excellence and community involvement, her leadership has created a firm-wide commitment to humanistic design. Madison is heavily involved in every project. Her artistic curiosity combined with her love of materials instills every project with undeniable and unrepeatable zest.
MaRK talley
Mark is an architect and founding partner. His interests lie with the big ideas, the bold moves, and the subtle detailing that encapsulates an idea, space, or building. Mark is heavily involved with every project. He focuses on never settling for the first idea and pushing the boundaries to uncharted territories.
Morgan warmath
Morgan is a studio director and architect. She aspires to strengthen the community with evidence-based design and to evoke emotion through experiential expression. Morgan is “Construction Document Technology” certified, and she is using this know-how to streamline and strengthen Tall’s firm-wide project documentation practices.
tyler warmath
Tyler is a studio director and architect. He has a deep-rooted passion for the built environment. Whether he is romanticizing over the genius loci (essence of a space) or analyzing the fabric of its details, he is always putting intention at the forefront of the conversation. Tyler is passionate about the process of creating unique spaces through dialogue, experimentation, and focused research.
david kett
David is a project manager. He believes that phenomenal architecture begins with thoughtful questions, rigorous exploration, and sensitivity at all scales. David delights in exploring architecture that resonates with the human experience, studying light, space, materiality, and atmosphere. He is committed to challenging the boundaries of space and place-making and embracing new processes of design.
ANITA ARGUELLES
Anita is the director of business development. She aspires to cultivate great relationships that lead to mutually successful partnerships between clients and Tall Architects. Having co-owned two successful businesses while managing the marketing and public engagement for a major university department, she demonstrates that by combining market analysis with brand awareness and development that businesses can grow intelligently while producing great work.