Business Details
37 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architectural Partner in Overland Park, KS
HMN Architects is a full-service architectural, interior design, and planning firm headquartered in Kansas City. Established in 1989 through the merger of two local firms, we specialize in healthcare, justice, commercial, education, and religious market sectors. Our mission centers on design excellence, leveraging our passion for architecture to enrich lives and support organizational success. With 11 licensed architects registered across 8 states, including 9 LEED Accredited Professionals, we combine technical expertise with client collaboration.Our team prioritizes understanding client cultures and goals, delivering customized solutions that balance functionality, sustainability, and aesthetic innovation. We maintain long-standing relationships through a commitment to quality execution and design that anticipates future needs.
Services
Healthcare Architecture
Justice Architecture
Education Architecture
Interior Design
Planning
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialized experience in healthcare, justice, and education architecture
- 9 LEED Accredited Professionals and NCIDQ-certified interior designers on staff
- Client-focused approach with stakeholder collaboration at every project stage
- Award-winning designs recognized by AIA, Healthcare Design Magazine, and local chapters
- Proven track record with 60+ justice facilities and 200+ healthcare projects completed
Associations and certifications
- LEED
- NCIDQ
What people say
Listened to our needs
Outstanding architects
Delivered within budget
Transformed our facility
Exceptional partnership
Services
Healthcare Architecture
HMN Architects delivers innovative healthcare facility designs focused on functionality, patient comfort, and future adaptability. Our team combines evidence-based design principles with 30+ years of experience to create spaces that enhance care delivery. We specialize in hospitals, cancer centers, and clinics, prioritizing technical efficiency while maintaining warm, healing environments that reflect community character.
Justice Architecture
Our justice architecture practice designs secure, cost-effective facilities for detention centers, courthouses, and law enforcement agencies. With 60+ completed projects, we address unique challenges like budget constraints and staffing efficiency while ensuring safety and compliance. Our two-point contact system guarantees direct access to decision-makers throughout the project lifecycle.
Education Architecture
HMN creates dynamic learning environments for K-12 schools and universities that foster creativity and adapt to evolving educational needs. Our designs balance durability with flexibility, incorporating stakeholder input to develop spaces that support both current requirements and future growth while maintaining institutional identity.
Interior Design
Our in-house interior design team integrates with architectural projects to deliver cohesive, functional spaces. Certified professionals apply evidence-based design principles to healthcare, justice, and commercial interiors, focusing on material selection, ADA compliance, and technology integration that aligns with client branding and operational goals.
Master Planning
We develop adaptable master plans that align with organizational missions and community needs. Our process includes stakeholder engagement, facility assessments, and lean workflow analysis to create flexible frameworks that accommodate future growth while optimizing current resources and operational efficiency.
People
Dave Brown
President, Principal
Dave Brown leads HMN Architects as President, bringing decades of architectural expertise and strategic leadership to the firm's operations and client relationships.
Terri Doty
Chief Financial Officer, Principal
Terri Doty oversees HMN's financial operations as CFO, combining architectural knowledge with financial acumen to ensure project and organizational sustainability.
Shawn Harding
Senior Associate, Dir. of Business Development
Shawn Harding leads business development efforts, leveraging industry connections and market insights to expand HMN's impactful architectural practice.
Amy Higgins
Associate, Dir. of Interior Design
Amy Higgins directs interior design initiatives, applying NCIDQ-certified expertise to create functional, aesthetically compelling spaces that complement HMN's architectural projects.
Lon Wehr
Associate Principal
Lon Wehr contributes architectural leadership as an Associate Principal, combining technical proficiency with client-focused design solutions across HMN's market sectors.
Questions
What architectural services does HMN offer?
HMN provides healthcare, justice, education, and commercial architecture, along with interior design and master planning services tailored to client-specific needs.
How long has HMN specialized in healthcare design?
HMN has delivered healthcare architecture solutions since 1989, with 30+ years of experience creating hospitals, clinics, and specialized medical facilities.
Do you work outside the Midwest region?
While headquartered in Kansas City, HMN's expertise extends beyond the Midwest through our licensed architects registered in 8 states.
How do you approach client collaboration?
We prioritize stakeholder engagement at all project stages, using workshops and evidence-based design to create customized solutions that reflect client values.
What sustainability credentials do your architects hold?
HMN employs 9 LEED Accredited Professionals who integrate sustainable design principles across all project types to achieve energy efficiency and environmental responsibility.
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