Business Details
21 Years
experience
Your Trusted Architecture Partner in Oklahoma City
At Hse Architects, our mission is to create impactful architecture through a client-centric approach. Founded in 2005, we bring over 70 years of combined experience from our principal architects, who have collaborated for two decades. We specialize in eliminating signature styles to deliver tailored designs that reflect each client's unique needs, project purpose, and location. Sustainability is core to our practice, integrating ecological responsibility into every project from healthcare facilities to LEED-certified housing. Located in Oklahoma City's historic Cadillac Building, we combine modern innovation with local heritage. Our team of award-winning architects, designers, and project managers prioritizes personal service, ensuring every project achieves functional excellence and aesthetic distinction.Recognized for revitalizing Oklahoma City's landscape, we extend our expertise across commercial, educational, residential, and civic sectors. Our commitment to quality has earned us industry recognition, including work on MAPS 4 initiatives and Oklahoma's first LEED urban housing developments. We maintain transparency through direct client collaboration, whether in our open-concept office or on-site. With a portfolio spanning Oklahoma, Arkansas, Colorado, and Texas, we remain dedicated to advancing architectural solutions that harmonize with their environments.
Services
Architectural Design
Interior Design
Sustainable Architecture
Urban Planning
Historic Preservation
Healthcare Facilities
Educational Institutions
Residential Development
Commercial Architecture
LEED Certification
Details
- Year established: 2005
Highlights and features
- We offer 70+ combined years of architectural expertise from our principal team
- Our designs prioritize client-specific needs over signature styles
- We integrate sustainability principles into every project
- Our Oklahoma City location connects us to local community development
- We maintain direct client collaboration throughout the design process
Associations and certifications
- LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
Services
Architectural Design
We create customized architectural solutions tailored to client needs and site context. Our process combines functional requirements with aesthetic vision to deliver distinctive structures. With expertise across commercial, healthcare, and residential sectors, we transform concepts into buildable, sustainable designs that enhance their environments.
Sustainable Architecture
Our practice integrates ecological responsibility into every project phase. We specialize in LEED-certified developments and energy-efficient solutions that reduce environmental impact. From material selection to building orientation, we optimize sustainability without compromising design integrity or functionality across Oklahoma and surrounding regions.
Interior Design
We craft interior environments that balance aesthetics with practicality. Our team focuses on spatial optimization, material selection, and lighting design to create functional spaces. Whether for corporate offices or residential developments, we ensure interior solutions align with the building's architectural vision and client requirements.
Urban Planning
We shape urban environments through comprehensive planning strategies. Our expertise includes mixed-use developments, public spaces, and infrastructure integration. By analyzing zoning regulations and community needs, we create cohesive master plans that promote sustainable growth and enhance urban livability across Oklahoma and neighboring states.
Historic Preservation
We specialize in restoring and repurposing historic structures while maintaining their architectural integrity. Our approach combines modern functionality with period-appropriate details. Current projects include revitalizing Oklahoma City's Automobile Alley buildings, ensuring historical value meets contemporary usage requirements through careful material selection and design adaptation.
People
Larry Herzel
Principal Architect
With over 20 years as Hse Architects' principal, Larry Herzel combines technical expertise with creative vision. His leadership focuses on client collaboration and sustainable design innovation across Oklahoma's evolving architectural landscape.
Dan Skaggs
Principal Architect
Dan Skaggs brings decades of experience in commercial and civic architecture. As a principal, he emphasizes contextual design solutions that respect Oklahoma's heritage while embracing modern functionality and environmental responsibility.
Todd Edmonds
Principal Architect
Todd Edmonds specializes in educational and healthcare facility design. His work focuses on creating spaces that enhance user experience while meeting strict regulatory standards across Oklahoma's public and private sectors.
Sean O'Brien
Senior Project Manager
Sean O'Brien oversees complex architectural projects from concept to completion. His expertise ensures timely delivery of high-quality designs that align with client objectives and Oklahoma's unique environmental considerations.
Emma Cherry
Director of Interior Design
Emma Cherry leads interior design initiatives with a focus on functional aesthetics. Her work spans commercial and residential projects, emphasizing sustainable material choices and space optimization for Oklahoma clients.
Questions
What architectural services does HSEarchitects offer?
We provide full-service architecture including design, planning, and project management across commercial, healthcare, educational, residential, and civic sectors with specialized expertise in sustainable design.
Do you specialize in sustainable building practices?
Yes, we integrate LEED-certified methodologies and environmental responsibility into every project, from material selection to energy-efficient systems across Oklahoma and surrounding regions.
How does your design process work?
We begin with client consultation to understand specific needs, followed by conceptual design, development, and documentation. Our process emphasizes collaboration and customization for each Oklahoma project.
What areas do you serve?
While based in Oklahoma City, we serve clients throughout Oklahoma including Edmond, Norman, and Yukon, plus select projects in Arkansas, Colorado, and Texas.
Can you handle historic building renovations?
Yes, we specialize in historic preservation projects that maintain architectural integrity while incorporating modern functionality, particularly in Oklahoma City's Automobile Alley district.
