Competitive base salaries, and bonuses to reward exemplary work.
Excellent health benefits & insurance coverage.
Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) – because we work hard, and play hard.
Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – HBA is 80% owned by our employees.
A 401(k) program to help you invest for your future.
Paid professional registration fees & dues.
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we LISTEN
We’ve learned that listening…really listening, leads to success. We listen to not only to our clients, but to the full spectrum of individuals that will be impacted by our projects. It is a simple strategy that works.
we CARE
We share this planet. HBA understands and embraces our responsibility to protect and nurture our vital natural resources. We make design choices for the environment and economic benefits of conservation.
we STAND THE TEST OF TIME
The only constant is change…missions change, technology evolves, staff transition. While we cannot forecast the future, we do build flexibility into our design and accommodate for change, so that your facilities can grow with you. In addition, the materials we select to build your project will be both durable and easily maintained. We monitor our designs to ensure quality construction, and finally, we evaluate your facility and our performance a year after occupancy to measure your satisfaction.
sustainable DESIGN
HBA places significant importance on the impact of facilities on the environment and we have become a leader in implementing sustainable design strategies and methodologies. As an inherent service to our clients and our environment, we incorporate sustainable approaches as often as possible.HBA realizes that while the heart of any green building project is minimizing the impact that the built environment has on the natural environment, green buildings also offer our clients healthy, productive workspaces that cost less to operate and maintain than conventional buildings.
Most of HBA’s current projects incorporate “green building” strategies. We have projects, in all phases, that have been Energy Star certified or are eligible for USGBC LEED certification.
Effective ARCHITECTURE
Satisfy the needs of our client’s program Improve the performance, productivity and enjoyment of its users
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Enhance the brand/image of our client’s organization Transcend the mere solving of a problem
Aligned with their objectives Managed to optimize success
Goals for the community’s/organization’s future development Desires of local residents Context – the existing built environment
We’re looking for the best and brightest.
We approach design in a Studio environment, emphasizing teamwork and collaboration.
We celebrate the ideas and empower the voices of each member of our team, no matter how long you’ve been with us.
We encourage full term project involvement by our Architects.
Our diverse and varied practice gives you the opportunity to work in a variety of different markets and services.
We like to say, every day is a little different – and ensures that it never feels like “work”.
Are you the next member of our team?
We are always looking for new members to our team – at all levels of experience.
We put our people first, and recognize that our team is essential to our success.
In-house resource library for ARE, LEED and NCIDQ test preparation
Flexibility and financial support for exams
(exam fees are reimbursed and paid professional leave upon successfulcompletion)
Credential Maintenance Programs for AIA, IIDA and LEED
We support you in attaining your goals, and want you to grow with us.
Working at HBA has been great these past years. I have gotten to work on many different types of projects, and really grow and expand my experience in architecture. I'm excited to finish school and work at HBA year round!
Nash Euman, Summer Intern
One of the things I love about HBA is getting to interact with clients on a daily basis; our projects are only as good as our clients, and at HBA we're lucky enough to have some great ones. I feel like I'm constantly learning new things about the world from them, which makes coming in to work each day that much more exciting.
Chris Ames, Associate Architect
Having a few years of experience under my belt, I felt confident when starting at HBA simply because I knew this was the firm that was going to take my skills to the next level. At HBA I’ve been given the opportunity to grow my knowledge for Interior Design, Architecture, and Construction. I love the fact that I’ve been able to become a well-rounded Designer with new tricks and tools up my sleeve!
Alexis Hudson, Interior Designer
When I graduated, I was looking for a firm where I could gain the experience that would help me reach my goal of becoming a licensed architect, while having fun with my coworkers - I found all of that at HBA. Through the help of my mentors and colleagues at HBA, I have grown from an inexperienced new graduate to a licensed architect, managing large projects from the schematic design phase, all the way through construction.
Lauren Perry, Associate Architect
We’re passionate about giving back to our community, and have a lot of fun together doing that.
POLAR PLUNGE 2020
The in-person Polar Plunge is safe because we have a professional dive team in the water and emergency responders on site. Do NOT attempt to jump into a lake, river or any other body of water for the Virtual Plunge. Do not do anything that could physically harm yourself or others. Special Olympics Minnesota is not responsible for any injuries that occur while participating in the Virtual Plunge. Additionally, we will not share photos or videos featuring dangerous or inappropriate behavior.
TINSEL TRAM
The in-person Polar Plunge is safe because we have a professional dive team in the water and emergency responders on site. Do NOT attempt to jump into a lake, river or any other body of water for the Virtual Plunge. Do not do anything that could physically harm yourself or others. Special Olympics Minnesota is not responsible for any injuries that occur while participating in the Virtual Plunge. Additionally, we will not share photos or videos featuring dangerous or inappropriate behavior.
POLAR PLUNGE 2021
Default TextThe in-person Polar Plunge is safe because we have a professional dive team in the water and emergency responders on site. Do NOT attempt to jump into a lake, river or any other body of water for the Virtual Plunge. Do not do anything that could physically harm yourself or others. Special Olympics Minnesota is not responsible for any injuries that occur while participating in the Virtual Plunge. Additionally, we will not share photos or videos featuring dangerous or inappropriate behavior.
COLLABORATIVE DESIGN + EFFECTIVE SOLUTIONS THAT ENHANCE
YOUR BUSINESS
Your client is our client. As project type experts, we have extensive experience designing spaces similar to yours. But, every project is different. At HBA we listen to your goals, rather than tell you what everyone else is doing. We immerse ourselves in your culture, brand and mission to ensure that we are designing with your passion in mind. Likewise, we recognize that the only constant is change.. missions change, technology evolves, and staff transition. While we can’t forecast the future, we build flexibility into our design and accommodate for change, so that your facilities can grow with you.
OUR COMMUNITY
We recognize that construction of a new building impacts the whole community. We’re well known for our experience with facilitating community meetings to ensure that you are a good neighbor. How does this space improve the built environment and the human condition? What design changes can be made to ensure that this space is beneficial for all? How does this project elevate the neighborhood?
THE ENVIRONMENT
With 41% of U.S. energy consumption attributed to buildings, we recognize our responsibility to be good stewards of our environment. Regardless of if you are pursuing LEED certification, we approach every project with sustainability in mind. The outcome? Efficiencies that you can be proud of, and that financially benefit your bottom line.
VALUES
We are People Focused.
We Have Integrity.
We Deliver.
We Design Better Together.
We are Inspired to Create.
We are Dedicated to Achieve and Deliver.
We are Stewards of our Environment.
COMPANY HISTORY TIMELINE
Founded on the principles of integrity and excellence, HBA remains committed to providing solutions that enhance our clients’ lives and businesses, our community, and the environment. Since 1974, HBA has pursued these goals, and takes pride in the successes that have earned us a well-respected name throughout the region. For nearly fifty years, HBA is proud to have been a cornerstone of the business community in southeastern Virginia. With over 90% of our work coming from repeat clients, we’re thankful for the trust and relationships that we’ve built.
February 1, 1974 Hargrove, Brockwell and Associates Inc. began with two founding principals – William H. Hargrove and Dan H. Brockwell, along with four employees in an old two-story house on Village Street in Portsmouth.
The diversity of our project types allowed the firm to grow considerably, as well as expand our office facilities – four times!
After our work had grown to cover the entire Hampton Roads area, including northeast North Carolina, the firm set off to find a more central location. In 1982, we moved to Virginia Beach at 207 Business Park Drive.
As our firm continued to grow, we moved to Town Center Virginia Beach and became one of the first companies to call it home. From working on Town Center tenant upfits in our Commercial Studio, to frequenting local businesses for lunch and coffee – we’re proud of the hand we’ve had in helping Town Center grow to what it is today.
Through the years, we expanded our client base further west in the state. We pride ourselves on being a true local architect to our clients, and endeavor offer quick on-site response times for our projects. So, in 2017 we opened our Richmond office to position ourselves more conveniently to our new clients.
As our Richmond work continued to grow and the office expanded, we saw the need for additional office space. In 2020, our Richmond office moved into its new home in Libbie Mill.
Today, HBA Architecture & Interior Design, Inc. is proud to be a young, vibrant, and ever growing company. With a staff of 50 employees across two offices, we bring our wealth of portfolio experience without losing the personal, individualized approach with each client and each project that has driven our success.
