William Lyle Burgin
Director of Development
Partner/Director/Shareholder
Mr. Burgin joined Brook Partners, Inc. in 2001 to direct the design and construction of the Magnolia Pictures theatre platform. Mr. Burgin focused his expertise, developed from 20 years of architectural experience, to deliver an exceptional environment to experience art and independent films. Mr. Burgin also focused on the redevelopment of Southwest Plaza at 1807 Ross Avenue and was instrumental in the design and cost-effective delivery of the Fashion Industry Gallery (f.i.g.), the contemporary high-end fashion boutique that inspired hundreds of fashion lines to relocate to the Downtown Dallas Arts District. Mr. Burgin partnered with the iconic Texas chef Stephan Pyles to direct the design and execution of his signature restaurant in Downtown Dallas. Mr. Burgin has also directed the design and documentation of Museum Tower, a signature high-rise condominium located in the Arts District of Downtown Dallas. Designed by Scott Johnson of Johnson-Fain Architects, Museum Tower will deliver the finest in high-rise luxury living. Brook Partners awaits a turnaround in the capital markets to begin construction. Most recently, Brook Partners produced the Dallas Art Fair, a best-of-breed national art fair hosted at f.i.g.
Mr. Burgin has extensive experience in the design and construction of a diverse variety of project types. Before joining Brook Partners, he was a principal at Corgan Associates Inc., one of Dallas’s oldest and largest architectural firms. At Corgan, he was responsible for many of the premier projects that have reshaped the character of Downtown Dallas. With focus on the redevelopment of historic office buildings to loft residential, he spearheaded the renovation of the historic Kirby and Wilson buildings. He also designed the renovation of numerous turn-of-the-century warehouse buildings into new loft office space. Mr. Burgin was also responsible for the design of the Science Place Museum IMAX Theater and the facilities at the Farmers Market for the City of Dallas. Mr. Burgin has received numerous awards over the years for his achievements in design.
Working with his partner, John T. Sughrue, Mr. Burgin is currently focused on advisory assignments for domestic and international investors and institutions with a multitude of property types both domestically and abroad. Mr. Burgin’s significant experience in design, project management and construction technology contributes greatly to the strategic success of the advisory assignments.
Mr. Burgin is a resident of Dallas and is very active in the community. He is on the Board of Directors of Downtown Dallas: The Association and has served on the Downtown Improvement District Board of Directors. He was appointed to the Landmark Commission by Mayor Tom Leppert. He is on the Board of Directors of the Dallas Zoological Society. He also served on the Downtown Partnership Board of Directors, which was founded to stimulate the redevelopment of Dallas’ Main Street. He is also a City Council appointee to the Central Business District TIF Street Guidelines and Steering Committee and is serving on the Katy Trail Stakeholder Committee. In 2001, Mr. Burgin was one of the recipients of the Neiman Marcus Renaissance Awards for significant contributions to the revitalization of Downtown Dallas. Mr. Burgin is a graduate of The University of Texas with a Bachelor of Architecture degree.
Professional Affiliations:
Downtown Dallas: The Association (formerly known as Central Dallas Association)
Board of Directors – 2000 – Present
Dallas Landmark Commission – 2008 – Present
Tax Increment Finance Streetscape Steering Committee
West End Association Board of Directors – 1996 – 2001, 2005
Downtown Partnership Board of Directors
Dallas Zoological Society Board of Directors – 1998 – Present
Dallas Chapter AIA Design Awards Committee – 1988 – 1995
Dallas Chapter AIA Retrospect Committee – Co-Chairman 1993
American Institute of Architects
Texas Society of Architects
The Real Estate Council
Architectural Design Awards:
Corgan Associates Offices
Annie Keeley Elementary School
Adam Hats Lofts Renovation
City of Denton Municipal Complex
501 Elm
Dallas Farmers Market Shed
2220 Canton Lofts
Dallas Farmers Market Resource Center
Bethany Elementary School
Heritage Middle School