THINK. CREATE. IMPACT. INSPIRE. CONNECT.
We are an interdisciplinary team of strategic thinkers — planners, architects, landscape architects and interior designers committed to our people, our clients and creating places that endure over time.
CREATIVE THINKERS, DESIGNERS & PROBLEM SOLVERS.
OUR SPACE.
In our San Francisco and New York studios, we work, teach, mentor and collaborate openly.
FIFTY YEARS, SIX CONTINENTS, ONE VISION.
WE DESIGN COMPLETE ENVIRONMENTS.
Conservation. Destination.
City. Home. Club. Campus.
Community.
HOLLYWOOD PARK INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA
HOLLYWOOD PARK INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA
META, WILLOW VILLAGE
MENLO PARK, CALIFORNIA
META, WILLOW VILLAGE MENLO PARK, CALIFORNIA
YERBA BUENA ISLAND
SAN FRANCISCO, CALIFORNIA
DOWNTOWN SUMMERLIN
LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
ALYS BEACH CLUB & CONDOMINIUMS
ALYS BEACH, FLORIDA
ALYS BEACH CLUB & CONDOMINIUMS
ALYS BEACH, FLORIDA
When ideas collide, good things happen.
THINK.
IDEAS THRIVE HERE.
We think differently. We work differently. The core tenets of our firm distinguish how we work together, the places we design and the way we partner with our clients.
OUR CORE TENETS.
Always.
Thoughtfully.
Openly.
the
Curious,
Listen
Collaborate
Be Truthful. Act Entrepreneurially. Be in it for
Long Term.
SHARED PURPOSE.
Whether in planning, architecture, landscape architecture or interior design, our interdisciplinary and hands-on approach empowers us to work together and drive change.
INNOVATIVE TECHNOLOGY.
As a firm, we are always looking towards emerging technologies and approaches that contribute to the design of sustainable, healthy places –integrating buildings and their settings.
RESIDENCE FOR A YOUNG FAMILY MANHATTAN BEACH, CALIFORNIA
THE SUMMIT CLUB LAS VEGAS, NEVADA
MONTAGE BIG SKY BIG SKY, MONTANA
HALF MOON MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
HALF MOON MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
HALF MOON MONTEGO BAY, JAMAICA
Every great design begins with an even greater story.
CONNECT.
THE LAND, THE HISTORY & THE PEOPLE.
We design complete environments — environmentally-sound developments where sensitive, historic and natural settings require an especially thoughtful and innovative solution.
PALMETTO BLUFF
BLUFFTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
PALMETTO BLUFF BLUFFTON, SOUTH CAROLINA
ISLAS SECAS CHIRIQUI, PANAMA
ISLAS SECAS CHIRIQUI, PANAMA
“We should focus on creating complete environments— designing not just places that stand alone, but instead, places that celebrate a day in the life of a person there.”
Bob Hart, Chairman Emeritus
PUBLIC MARKET EMERYVILLE, CALIFORNIA
WALK
MINNESOTA
SCHOLAR’S
MINNEAPOLIS,
GLOBAL ENTERTAINMENT RESORT
SHANGHAI, CHINA
KESWICK HALL
ALBERMARLE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
KESWICK HALL
ALBERMARLE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
MARIGOLD BY JEAN-GEORGES VONGERICHTEN AT KESWICK HALL
ALBERMARLE COUNTY, VIRGINIA
PRIVATE RESIDENCE AT SILO RIDGE FIELD CLUB AMENIA, NEW YORK
Design great places that make a difference.
CREATE.
WE ARE GLOBAL CITIZENS.
We are not just designers; we are citizens with a commitment to care for our environment and the people in it.
MAKING A DIFFERENCE.
From community outreach to volunteer events, it is as important to act locally as it is globally.
We believe in using business as a force for good.
As a certified B Corp, we meet the highest standards of verified social and environmental performance, sustainability, public transparency, and legal accountability.
Becoming a B Corp also means that our long-held values of inclusion, sustainability, and respect for the land are validated.
HART HOWERTON IS A CERTIFIED B CORP.
OUR COMMITMENTS. ISO Environmental Certified SF Green Certified AIA 2030 Commitment WELL Health-Safety Rating Certified Carbon Travel Offsets
BELLE HAVEN COMMUNITY CENTER
MENLO PARK, CALIFORNIA
ALL-ELECTRIC BUILDING
No on-site combustion of gas or diesel. Electric heating, cooling, and hot water.
INDOOR ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
Natural daylighting, 100 % outside air supply, and non-toxic materials.
RED-CROSS EMERGENCY SHELTER
Designed to function as a community emergency shelter during a disaster event.
LEED PLATINUM BUILDING
USGBC LEED Platinum Target
BELLE HAVEN COMMUNITY CENTER
MENLO PARK, CALIFORNIA
ZERO NET COMMUNITY
Net Zero Community Center
COMMUNITY CENTER
HERITAGE TREES
Conservation of existing redwoods.
HIGH PERFORMANCE FACADE
Highly insulated metal and ceramic panels.
RESILIENT BUILDING
One-site battery storage for electric emergency operation.
INTEGRATED DESIGN
Integrated architetcure and engineering team, utilizing performance driven design process.
RENEWABLE ENERGY
On-site solar energy will generate more than 1 million kWh in year one, providing 150% of the building’s expected energy demand.
RESPONSIBLE STEWARDSHIP.
Our dedication to sustainable development has made positive contributions in the most sensitive natural settings and dynamic urban environments in the world.
SANTA LUCIA PRESERVE CARMEL, CALIFORNIA
PRIVATE RESIDENCE CARMEL, CALIFORNIA
ESTHER’S ISLAND NANTUCKET, MASSACHUSETTS
SPIRIT ROCK MEDITATION CENTER
WOODACRE, CALIFORNIA
INDUSTRY ENVIRONMENTAL LEADERSHIP.
In our practice we are committed to:
Environmentally responsible approaches. Use of emerging technologies.
Establishing design standards.
Maintaining procedures, tools and regular training.
HEALTHY LIVING: A HART HOWERTON RESEARCH INITIATIVE.
Partnering with UVA’s Center for Design & Health, we’ve established principles for ‘Healthy Living’ which translate into successful developments and healthier, happier people.
BAY MEADOWS, SAN MATEO, CA
Success measures more than profit.
IMPACT.
OUR COMMITMENT TO YOU.
Inspiration is equally important to us as it is to you. As a firm we believe in continuous collaboration and pushing the boundaries of innovation. We allow our ideas to flow freely and strive to learn from one another.
MENTORSHIP.
HH RESEARCH PROJECT. ENTOURAGE.
From the moment you enter our door, you are greeted by a ‘buddy’, invited as part of an ‘entourage’ and supported in your growth with dedicated professional development funds.
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT.
We foster the most significant developmental period in your career: the shift from formal education to daily realities of professional practice.
HEALTHY LIVING.
CREATIVE RECHARGE. WORK/LIFE BALANCE.
Happy, healthy people are at the core of our business. We promote getting outdoors, connecting with colleagues and spending time with your friends and family.
Good for the people, the planet, the business.
INSPIRE.
GREAT PEOPLE MAKE US.
Our people are at the heart of everything we do. We value different backgrounds, languages and perspectives. We are as passionate about our connections and our community as the work we do.
DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION.
All ideas make us stronger. We believe that a diverse workforce increases creativity, debate and problem-solving.
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Women HH Pride HH Together HH Family HH Li stens HH Talk s HH Tal ks / H H Listen s DEI Fo cuse d Le ct ure & Li st ening Se ri es
CELEBRATIONS
HAPPY HOURS
SOFTBALL
SOCCER
OFFICE YOGA
VOLUNTEER DAYS
FOOD DRIVES
THANKSGIVING POTLUCK
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
SUPPORT
PECHA KUCHAS
COMMUNITY OUTREACH & VOLUNTEER DAYS.
SPORTS AT HART HOWERTON.
HART HOWERTON HOLIDAYS.
HH BENEFITS.
Year-end Staff Bonus
Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
401k + Profit Sharing Retirement Saving Plans
Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
Professional Development Funds & Time
Commuter/Transit Benefits
Healthy Living Gym Stipend
“Entourage” Project Site Travel Program
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Summer Hours & Flex Weeks
Mentor/Buddy Program with Regular ‘Check Ins’
Formalized Career Path Matrix
Off-site Annual ‘Recharge’
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistant Program
Recruitment Bonus ($2,000 for new hire referrals)