We begin by paying attention.
To the people who will use a place. To the conditions already present. To what a client is trying to accomplish, and what the work must make possible.
Curiosity helps us ask better questions. Empathy keeps the answers grounded. From there, we work across disciplines to create places that are useful, enduring, and specific to the people and communities they serve.
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Designing the Residence Hall of the Future
Today’s colleges and universities need every competitive advantage they can get as the demand for student housing has remained strong, but supply is struggling to keep up. Increasingly, schools are investing in upgrades and new construction that can wow prospective students.
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Understanding Workplace through Occupant Evaluation Research
An organization’s most valuable investment is in its people, and ensuring that employees are satisfied and productive in their workplace is crucial. By understanding and addressing the key elements of a functional workspace that meet employees’ needs, organizations can directly influence job satisfaction and engagement, which is essential for attracting and retaining talent.
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Learning from the Past as We Revitalize Downtown
In the decades immediately following World War II, U.S. cities faced significant challenges due to population shifts, socio-economic changes, the growth of the suburbs, and deteriorating infrastructure. The 1960s and ‘70s brought both urban flight, where residents moved away from city centers, and urban renewal efforts, aimed at revitalizing these areas.
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Community Spaces for Connection and Inspiration
Design has the power to connect communities and revitalize cities, creating a more resilient and social environment that enhances quality of life. By centering community needs and values, design can foster a sense of belonging and shape spaces that are not just functional but truly meaningful.
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Our Science + Technology Clients are Solving the World’s Greatest Challenges
As planners, designers, and architects in HGA’s Science + Technology market sector, we collaborate with premier research institutions and leading life sciences organizations. In partnership with our clients, we design spaces that foster research and advance innovative solutions for some of humanity’s greatest challenges.
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