by Nick Hodges
Renewing these formidable concrete structures has become a sweet spot of our practice—a challenging mix of sustainable, renewal, and creative problem solving that really hinges on the power of collaborative, holistic design.
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All in Renovation,Design
by Nick Hodges
Renewing these formidable concrete structures has become a sweet spot of our practice—a challenging mix of sustainable, renewal, and creative problem solving that really hinges on the power of collaborative, holistic design.
Hacker references nearby woods in revamp of athletic center at Portland school
Blending industrial past with active city living
Brutalist Library Becomes More Welcoming to the Community
Brainium asked Hacker to design a modestly branded workplace that created a welcoming and visually pleasing experience while leaving room for the unexpected.
Black Butte Ranch Unveils New Lodge
Hacker team members participate in panel discussions and tours at the 2023 Design Colloquium hosted by Cameron MacAllister Group.
Vote Ledding Library ArchDaily Building of the Year 2023
Eater PDX | July 12, 2022
Stepping into Okta, the design is subdued and understated, a sort of minimalist, fancy restaurant take on a Pacific Northwestern home. Hacker Architects and Carolyn Richardson collaborated on the design of the space, pulling materials and inspiration from elements of the region.
ArchiTravel | August 3, 2022
Black Butte Ranch – an iconic resort community located near Sisters, Oregon – sits at the gateway to Oregon’s high desert.
Archinect | July 30, 2022
In case you haven't checked out Archinect’s Pinterest boards in a while, we have compiled ten recently pinned images from outstanding projects on various Archinect Firm and People profiles.
DJC Oregon | July 13, 2022
Hacker has opened a Bend location to complement its Portland office.
ArchiTravel | August 3, 2022
Black Butte Ranch – an iconic resort community located near Sisters, Oregon – sits at the gateway to Oregon’s high desert.
DJC Oregon | June 03, 2022
Dzienis joined Hacker in fall 2019 and has since positively impacted the company’s projects, employee success program, and business operations. As director of operations, she will oversee company operations and activities, and provide accountability in supporting Hacker initiatives that nurture the vitality of people and projects.
Sarah Post-Holmberg | March 3rd, 2021
Hacker is proud to join 130+ leading companies in the AEC industry to urge the Biden Administration to take action on climate change in the building industry. →
October 7th, 2020
Sixteen projects received recognition for design excellence in the 2020 Design Awards from AIA Northwest and Pacific Region →
Laura Klinger | July 28, 2020
As we head into month five of sheltering-in-place and looking ahead to a future radically changed by the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re reflecting on the importance of libraries and how they can adapt to this new reality. →
Scott Barton-Smith | May 15, 2020
Clients want to be able to see and enjoy the wood in a mass timber building, a goal that can come into conflict with a laboratory buildings’ extensive equipment and infrastructure needs - and yet through the lens of Hacker’s experience with research buildings and mass timber construction, we see a lot of alignment. →
Metropolis | April 23, 2020
The Gilkey International Middle School in Portland, Oregon, makes the most of its forest site, harnessing natural light, fresh air, and biophilia. →