Business Details
Trusted Architectural Design Services in Boise, ID
Founded in 1896, Hummel Architects has built a legacy of creating impactful architectural solutions across the Pacific Northwest. Our team of 43 professionals combines historical expertise with modern innovation, specializing in healthcare, education, civic, and commercial design. With a focus on sustainable practices and community engagement, we deliver award-winning projects that reflect client visions while addressing functional and environmental needs.Our collaborative approach ensures tailored solutions for each project, from master planning to adaptive reuse. Recognized for our work on iconic structures like the Idaho Capitol, we continue to shape spaces that enhance user experiences and stand the test of time.
Services
Healthcare Design
Higher Education Architecture
K-12 School Planning
Commercial Space Design
Civic/Government Buildings
Residential Development
Interior Design
Historical Preservation
Campus Master Planning
Sustainable Architecture
Highlights and features
- We offer 129 years of architectural expertise with regional and national award-winning projects.
- Our team of 43 professionals specializes in healthcare, education, and civic design sectors.
- We implement a patented sustainability process for energy-efficient building solutions.
- Our firm has completed over 120 adaptive reuse projects preserving historical structures.
- We provide transparent client collaboration from initial concept to project completion.
Associations and certifications
- AIA (American Institute of Architects)
- NCARB (National Council of Architectural Registration Boards)
- LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design)
What people say
Award-winning projects
Historical expertise
Sustainable focus
Community involvement
Services
Healthcare Design
Specializing in hospital and clinic environments, our healthcare design service creates healing spaces that enhance patient outcomes and staff efficiency. We deliver solutions from individual treatment rooms to full-campus developments, incorporating evidence-based design principles and the latest medical technology. Our team's expertise ensures compliance with strict healthcare regulations while maintaining aesthetic appeal and functional workflow.
Historical Preservation
Our adaptive reuse expertise transforms historic buildings into functional modern spaces while maintaining architectural integrity. We specialize in repurposing structures through careful analysis of existing conditions and application of contemporary design solutions. This service combats urban sprawl by revitalizing vacant facilities, blending historical elements with modern requirements for commercial, residential, or civic use.
Campus Planning
We develop comprehensive campus master plans that balance growth with sustainability for educational and institutional clients. Our approach integrates land use analysis, infrastructure planning, and phased development strategies. The service includes feasibility studies, programming, and design guidelines to create cohesive environments that support institutional missions and accommodate future expansion needs.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainability service focuses on high-performance buildings that minimize environmental impact while optimizing occupant comfort. We employ energy modeling, daylight analysis, and material lifecycle assessments to achieve LEED certification and other green building standards. The approach combines passive design strategies with active systems to reduce energy consumption and operating costs throughout the building's lifecycle.
Interior Design
Our interior design service creates functional, aesthetically pleasing environments tailored to client needs across all project types. From initial space planning to finish selection, we ensure cohesive design that supports intended use while meeting safety and accessibility standards. The service integrates furniture, lighting, and materials to enhance productivity and user experience in commercial, healthcare, and educational settings.
People
Scott Straubhar
Principal Architect
Licensed architect with 25+ years of experience in civic and institutional projects, specializing in code compliance and technical documentation. Leads complex renovations and new construction initiatives.
Mandy Boam
Principal Architect
First female leader at Hummel Architects, combining architectural and interior design expertise to shape healthcare and educational facilities that prioritize human-centered design principles across 20+ years of practice.
Zacharia Lester
Healthcare Design Director
With 28 years of experience, Lester leads healthcare design innovations, focusing on improving medical access through award-winning hospital and clinic projects that balance functionality with healing environments.
Rob Beusan
Director of Design
Design leader specializing in institutional projects, bringing creative vision and technical expertise to public and private sector buildings while mentoring emerging architects across a 20-year career.
Gwen Andrews
Leadership Team Member
Financial strategist with 12 years at Hummel Architects, managing business operations and strategic planning while contributing to the firm's sustainable growth initiatives.
Questions
What architectural services does Hummel Architects offer?
We provide comprehensive services including healthcare design, educational facilities, civic buildings, adaptive reuse, interior design, and campus master planning.
How long has Hummel Architects been in business?
Since 1896, making us one of Idaho's oldest continuously operating architectural firms with 129 years of experience.
Do you specialize in sustainable design?
Yes, we integrate LEED principles and energy-efficient strategies into all projects, with specific expertise in sustainable materials and building performance analysis.
What geographic areas do you serve?
Primarily Idaho and the Pacific Northwest, with completed projects across northwestern states and national recognition for our work.
Can you handle historical building renovations?
Our firm specializes in historical preservation with extensive experience in adaptive reuse projects maintaining architectural integrity while modernizing functionality.
What makes Hummel Architects unique?
Combining 129-year heritage with modern innovation, we offer deep local knowledge, award-winning design, and a collaborative approach to client-specific solutions.
