Boston

Steeped in history and recognized for many of America’s Firsts, Boston is also a global center for innovation. Some of the world’s leading research, higher education, and healthcare institutions—and more than 70 HGA employees call Boston their home.  Boston is the hub from where we serve clients that lead the world as pioneers in their fields—right here in our own backyard, throughout the United States, and beyond. Our portfolio includes beautiful and functional buildings that are efficient, resilient, and sustainable—and a reflection of our clients’ needs.

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What's New

HGA Ranked 6th Top Laboratory Design Firm

Working with brilliant scientists who are solving so many of society’s biggest challenges makes our work so fulfilling! Every laboratory we design—whether for academic research, established pharmaceutical names, or emerging biotech teams—is fueled by clients who believe deeply in their mission. HGA’s #6 spot on Building Design+Construction Media’s Top 90 list is really about them.

It’s an honor to help shape the spaces where their breakthroughs begin.

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Market Spotlight

Building Partnerships to Advance Research and Discovery

Meredith Hayes Gordon and Chris Martin reflect on 30 years of designing environments that foster collaboration, accelerate discovery, and drive groundbreaking research—sharing how these experiences continue to inspire their commitment to client success.

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Project in Focus

A Materials Science "Idea Factory"

HGA just completed the Florida State University's Interdisciplinary Research & Commercialization Building (IRCB), a 116,000 SF facility at FSU's Innovation Park campus designed to foster collaboration, drive scientific discovery and support research commercialization.

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People & Office Culture

Open Studio 2026

We loved opening our doors in Boston and welcoming clients, partners, and consultants into our new studio space.

It was a great opportunity to connect, share ideas, and celebrate the collaborative energy that makes this work so meaningful. Thank you to everyone who stopped by, we’re excited for what’s ahead in this new chapter.

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Community Impact

Artist for Humanity Career Talks

Our Boston team regularly contributes time to advancing community and sustainability causes through a variety of activities ranging from teaching academic studios, leading professional committees—to participating in local community and team building events.

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FEATURED PROJECTS Explore our Work
Advancing Nanoscale Science and Engineering

Massachusetts Institute of Technology – Lisa T. Su Building

STEM Learning in a Vernacular Setting

Southern New Hampshire University – School of Engineering, Technology, and Aeronautics, Paul J. LeBlanc Hall

Where Computation and Engineering Connect

Dartmouth College – Engineering and Computer Science Center

A Catalyst for Research & Dialogue

Bowdoin College – Barry Mills Hall and Center for Arctic Studies

Urban Campus Expansion to Advance Biomedical Research

Broad Institute at 300 Binney Street

Innovation, Expertise, and Partnership


Situated in one of the world's leading hubs for healthcare, education, and scientific discovery, our Boston office is built around deep technical expertise and long-term client relationships. Our architects, engineers, and designers work alongside some of the nation’s most innovative institutions to create environments that advance research, healing, and learning. Inspired by Boston’s culture of curiosity and innovation, we believe the best solutions come from collaboration, creativity, and a commitment to lasting impact.

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House Zero Tour Harvard
Fire Iron Employee Appreciation