Architecture Photography — Jeffrey Jacobs Photography

Client / 4F Design-Linkous. Project / Conwood Flats

Modern commercial building with large glass windows and metal framework under a clear blue sky.

Client / CENTRIC Architecture. Project / Stateline

Client / Bright Horizons, Linkous Construction, Hixson Architecture, St. Jude. Project / Bright Horizons Children's Care Center, St. Jude

Luxurious living room with elegant furniture, large framed painting, bookshelves, and a lit fireplace.

Client / McClure Architecture. Project / Private residence

Client / PCL Solar Construction-EDP Renewables. Project / Goose Prairie Solar Farm

Modern hotel lobby with a bar, blue chairs, and decorative wall art.

Client / Elvis Presley Enterprises. Project / Guest House at Graceland™

RE-ENVISIONING THE PAST

Honing in on the decades-long history of the Nashville Lumber Company's manufacturing facility, CENTRIC Architecture re-envisioned the prefabricated metal building into 70,000 sf of new creative offices linked together by an outdoor walkway populated with planting and the existing exposed structure. The revitalized complex off the Centennial Boulevard corridor has brought new life to the growing Nations community, through a design that pivots from it’s gritty, industrial past to a new clean-line modern form. Collaborating with CENTRIC Architecture to capture such an impressive architectural transformation was a true pleasure.

Client / CENTRIC Architecture. Project / Stateline

Modern industrial building with metal structure and person walking

Modern architectural building with steel framing and parking area, sunlight reflection on facade, person walking on sidewalk, clear blue sky.

Modern industrial courtyard with a metal-framed canopy, glass windows, and wooden planters on an upper walkway. People are walking and interacting below.

Modern industrial building with large glass windows and metal framework under a sunset sky.

Modern industrial building with large glass windows and metal framework against a clear blue sky.

Modern building with large windows and outdoor staircase surrounded by trees and vegetation under a blue sky.

Modern building exterior with metal beams, large windows, and a person walking past planter boxes under a blue sky.

Industrial-style building with glass and metal structure at dusk, people walking on the sidewalk.

Modern steel and glass building with exposed framework and sidewalk, evening light.

A simple gray plus sign on a white background.

WHERE HISTORIC CHARM MEETS CONTEMPORARY LIVING
A Look Inside Conwood Flats

I recently had the chance to photograph Conwood Flats in Downtown Memphis—an inspiring space where historic character and modern living come together seamlessly.

This $80M, 136-unit luxury apartment community is rooted in the legacy of the Snuff District, blending contemporary design with preserved industrial details. The result is a warm, urban-rustic aesthetic that honors the city’s past while offering a refined living experience today.

Fun history about the property:
A bit of history makes the story even richer: the site traces back to the American Snuff Company, founded by Martin J. Condon, Sr., a Knoxville grocer who relocated to Memphis to build the factory. By the mid-1950s, it had grown into the second-largest snuff manufacturer in the U.S., employing hundreds at its Memphis plant. The buildings remained in use until 2012 before being thoughtfully reimagined into what is now Conwood Flats, which opened its doors in February 2023.

It’s always rewarding to capture spaces that carry both history and new life—and this one does it beautifully.

Client / 4F Design-Linkous. Project / Conwood

CAPTURING THE SPIRIT OF GROWTH, LEARNING, AND EXPLORATION AT ST. JUDE

I was honored to work with Bright Horizons to capture the transformation of a historic brownfield building into a vibrant early education center for St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital. The 26,500 SF space, designed by Hixson Architecture, offers thoughtfully crafted environments—from infant rooms to a STEAM Lab—along with dynamic indoor and outdoor play areas.

My shoot included 37 carefully composed scenes, detailed documentation of every classroom, and inviting exterior and playground views, all highlighting the center’s spirit of growth, learning, and exploration.

Client / Bright Horizons, Linkous Construction, Hixson Architecture, St. Jude.
Project / Bright Horizons Children's Care Center, St. Jude

Giving Back — Beyond Photography. In the spirit of a true southern gentleman, Jeffrey Jacobs believes in the virtues of giving back. He is a proud supporter St. Jude.

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CAPTURING ARCHITECTURAL ELEGANCE

A large residence in East Memphis had its interior architecture given a facelift. The entry hall, library, kitchen, primary bathroom, and closets, among other rooms, were completely redesigned. Working with Mark McClure and McClure Architecture to capture such an iconic property was a true pleasure.

Client / McClure Architecture. Project / Private residence

Luxurious living room with gray walls, ornate painting, tufted sofa, armchairs, fireplace, shelves with books, decorative lamps, and a patterned rug.

Elegant foyer with chandelier, round wooden table, decorative ceiling, and ornate double doors.

Elegant living room with fireplace, wall-mounted TV, large Asian-style artwork, luxurious sofas, armchairs, and decorative lamps.

Ornate chandelier with candles in a domed ceiling, including a round window.

Luxurious living room with leather sofa, patterned chairs, large archway to kitchen, modern lighting, and eclectic decor.

Elegant interior with a wooden staircase, ornate metal railings, and herringbone hardwood floors, adjacent to archways and panelled walls.

Elegant foyer with chandelier, wooden floor, circular table with plant, and high ceiling.

Luxurious bathroom with marble floor and tub, chandelier, large windows, and towel rack.

Luxurious kitchen with a large island, pendant lights, wooden floors, and elegant cabinetry.

WHERE RENEWABLE ENERGY MEETS THE BEAUTY OF THE LAND

At Goose Prairie, 190,000 solar panels stretch across 600 acres of the Pacific Northwest—quietly generating 80MWac of renewable energy.

For days, we arrived before dawn and stayed through dusk, capturing the subtle choreography of light, shadow, and stillness. We documented moment-in-time experiences that revealed the quiet harmony and thoughtful coexistence between technology and terrain—a visual dialogue where solar meets sky, and structure yields to landscape.

Client / PCL Solar Construction-EDP Renewables. Project / Goose Prairie Solar Farm

THE GUEST HOUSE AT GRACELAND™

Inspired by Elvis’ personal style and the iconic Graceland® Mansion, The Guest House at Graceland™ is a new 450-room, one-of-a-kind, AAA Four Diamond resort and southern hospitality experience. The $92 million luxury property brings guests closer to idyllic Graceland® than ever before, with design and décor of the specialty suites supervised by Priscilla Presley.

Produced in collaboration with Elvis Presley Enterprises, Inc., DreamCatcher™ Hotels, Pyramid Hotel Group and HBG Design, I was proud to capture the essence of this distinctive property—it was an incredibly rare opportunity to, photographically speaking, dance with the vision of the King of Rock ‘n Roll.™

Client / Elvis Presley Enterprises. Project / Guest House at Graceland™

Grand hotel entrance with large columns and illuminated architecture at dusk.

Luxurious hotel lobby with modern decor, plush seating, and decorative ceiling design.

Upscale bar and lounge area with a red pool table, high stools, dining tables, and televisions.

Elegant living room with a dark sofa, several cushions, a glass coffee table, a round dining table with four chairs, two large table lamps, a sunburst mirror on the wall, and a chandelier. The room features patterned wallpaper and a window with curta

Luxurious hotel room with a king-sized bed, red drapery, armchairs, and modern decor. A large window has striped curtains. A flat-screen TV is mounted on the ceiling.

Modern bathroom with a large bathtub, brown tiles, a vanity with a mirror, and a window with sheer curtains.

Modern hotel lobby lounge with blue seating, bar counter, and circular wall decor.

Luxurious hotel suite lounge with modern decor, featuring a curved sectional sofa, round central table with wine setup, textured walls, stylish light fixtures, and a mounted TV.