hb+A Architects
Architectural Practice with a Climate Focus
hb+a Architects is a California based studio where design ambition and climate responsibility go hand in hand. The practice delivers work that is clear, thoughtful, and grounded in real world constraints pushing for lower carbon buildings and healthier spaces across housing, public sector, and adaptive reuse.
The studio’s mission is to pair strong design thinking with serious environmental responsibility delivering projects that improve daily life while strengthening the communities they serve. Carbon, material health, and long term resilience are not add ons here; they are core design drivers from day one.
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Our clients speak to the quality, precision, and climate commitment that hb+a Architects brings to every project.
“Hafsa of HB+A has been easy to work with: she listens well, brings up pertinent design & code information, has a network of reliable subs and others in the Bay Area. The office also is very fast! It has been a pleasure to work with an excellent firm that is also cost conscious. Plus, Hafsa seems to have good working relationships with several building departments in the Bay Area, which helps the review and approval process proceed smoothly. Her expertise is valuable. We have used the office for several projects now and have no complaints.”
Joanna Callenbach — VP of Development and Construction, Stonebrae
“Have worked with the studio on a very complex project with difficult permit, engineering and historical renovation considerations. A talented and creative architectural firm and amazing, thoughtful partners. No hesitation to recommend.”
John Murray — Owner, 1801 Jones Street Condo Project, San Francisco CA
“Hafsa developed an innovative design for my brother’s house. I needed one on a hillside with no steps but plenty of room for dogs. The studio was indefatigable in their efforts to get the proposal approved by the planning commission and building department. I highly recommend the firm if you need to get your project approved.”
Edward Hirshberg — Owner, Broadway Management
“The studio designed a model of my business and did an amazing job! They understood what I wanted and helped me with anything that I needed. The interior aspects of my business turned out beautifully. Everybody was very professional and I would recommend the studio to anyone.”
Bobby Meehan — PlayLive Nation
