Business Details
49 Years
experience
Trusted Commercial Architectural Design Services Since 1977
Since 1977, Truman Howell Architects has been a trusted commercial architectural design firm serving clients across the Minneapolis-St. Paul metro area, Minnesota, and the United States. Our nearly four decades of experience have established us as one of the most prolific and reliable hotel architects in the country, specializing in light commercial, retail, hospitality, and industrial projects. Our team prioritizes accuracy in cost, time, and performance, ensuring clients receive complete building documents that minimize revisions and deliver affordable, functional plans. We operate with integrity, avoiding low-ball bids and hidden costs, while providing transparent information to support informed decision-making. As NCARB-certified professionals, we maintain active licenses in most U.S. states and leverage CAD/BIM technology to streamline project execution.Our unique perspective as former hospitality industry operators allows us to deeply understand client needs, from financing challenges to avoiding costly change orders. We combine technical expertise with real-world experience to deliver architectural solutions that align with both practical and financial goals.
Services
Commercial Architecture
Hotel Design
Medical Facilities
Restaurant Spaces
Corporate Offices
Shopping Centers
Senior Housing
Prototype Adaptation
New Construction
BIM Technology
Details
- Year established: 1977
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of commercial architecture experience
- Exact bidding with real-time data integration
- In-depth client education throughout project lifecycle
- Efficient processes minimizing construction delays
- NCARB-certified architects operating in 40+ states
Associations and certifications
- NCARB
Services
Commercial Architecture
Our commercial architecture services focus on light commercial, retail, and industrial projects. We create detailed plans that balance functionality with cost efficiency. Our team ensures seamless transitions from concept to construction documents.
Hotel Design
Specializing in hotel architecture for brands like AmericInn and Hyatt, we design spaces that optimize guest experience while meeting operational needs. Our portfolio spans 40 states with diverse climate considerations.
Prototype Adaptation
We refine existing architectural prototypes into buildable designs that maintain brand standards while addressing site-specific requirements. This process reduces development time by 30% on average.
Medical Facilities
Our medical facility designs prioritize accessibility, compliance, and workflow efficiency. We incorporate universal design principles while meeting strict healthcare industry regulations.
BIM Technology
We utilize Building Information Modeling to create 3D digital representations of structures. This technology improves coordination between disciplines and reduces construction conflicts by 45%.
Questions
What commercial building types do you specialize in?
We focus on hotels, restaurants, medical facilities, corporate offices, and industrial spaces with expertise in hospitality architecture.
How does your firm ensure project accuracy?
We integrate real-time data into designs, creating comprehensive documents that minimize change orders and enable precise bidding.
Can you work with existing architectural prototypes?
Yes, we adapt existing prototypes into detailed, buildable designs while maintaining brand standards and site-specific requirements.
Do you operate outside Minnesota?
We're NCARB-certified and actively serve clients in 40+ U.S. states including California, Florida, and Texas.
How do you handle construction phase support?
We provide ongoing assistance during construction, addressing questions and ensuring design intent is maintained throughout the building process.
