Business Details
30 Years
experience
Executive Architects in Los Angeles | House & Robertson Architects
House & Robertson Architects is a collaborative executive architecture firm founded in 1996 with offices in Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Houston. Specializing in executive architect and architect of record services, we partner with visionary design firms globally to deliver technically rigorous, aesthetically balanced projects. Our team of LEED Accredited Professionals and industry leaders brings decades of experience in managing complex projects across commercial, institutional, and entertainment sectors. We prioritize a non-hierarchical culture that fosters innovation, adaptability, and client-centric solutions.As an employee-owned ESOP firm, we maintain accountability and long-term commitment to quality. Our principals actively engage in daily project execution, ensuring seamless coordination with clients, contractors, and agencies. With a legacy of collaboration on high-profile projects, we combine technical expertise with a passion for pushing design boundaries while maintaining cost and schedule integrity.
Services
Executive Architecture
Architect of Record
Collaborative Design
Technical Execution
Project Management
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of experience in executive architecture for high-profile clients.
- Our team includes LEED Accredited Professionals and technical experts with global expertise.
- Employee-owned structure ensures accountability and long-term project commitment.
- Proven track record in managing complex, fast-track projects across industries.
- Non-hierarchical culture fosters innovation and client-focused problem-solving.
Associations and certifications
- LEED Accredited Professionals
- American Institute of Architects (AIA)
- National Council of Architectural Registration Boards (NCARB)
- Urban Land Institute (ULI)
- Design-Build Institute of America (DBIA)
Services
Executive Architecture
We provide executive architecture services, translating conceptual designs into detailed construction documents. Our team ensures technical feasibility, code compliance, and cost efficiency while maintaining design intent. With expertise in complex projects, we manage coordination between stakeholders to deliver high-quality results on schedule.
Architect of Record
As architects of record, we handle technical documentation, permitting, and construction oversight. Our role includes ensuring regulatory compliance, resolving field issues, and maintaining communication between contractors and design teams to guarantee accurate project execution.
Technical Execution
Our technical execution services focus on resolving construction challenges through detailed analysis and collaboration. We prioritize material selection, assembly methods, and quality control to ensure projects meet performance standards while aligning with client goals and budgets.
Project Management
We manage project timelines, budgets, and team coordination from design through construction. Our approach emphasizes risk mitigation, stakeholder communication, and adaptive problem-solving to ensure seamless delivery of complex architectural projects.
Collaborative Design
We facilitate collaboration between design firms, contractors, and clients to optimize project outcomes. Our process integrates technical expertise with creative problem-solving, ensuring innovative solutions align with practical construction requirements and client visions.
People
Jim House
Principal
With over 40 years of experience, Jim House co-founded HRA in 1996. He specializes in large-scale institutional and commercial projects, emphasizing innovative project management and client relationships. A LEED Accredited Professional, he was elevated to the AIA College of Fellows in 2018.
Douglas Robertson
Principal
Co-founder Douglas Robertson leads technical execution for complex projects. With expertise in information technologies and code compliance, he has managed collaborations with firms like Kohn Pedersen Fox. He holds a Master of Architecture from UCLA and is a LEED Accredited Professional.
Diana Canseco
Principal
Diana Canseco oversees HRA's financial and administrative operations, including HR, IT, and ESOP management. She has streamlined organizational processes to support the firm's growth while maintaining its collaborative culture.
Carl R. Clark
Principal
Carl Clark leads HRA's Houston office and specializes in high-rise residential and commercial projects. With 10 years of design-build experience, he focuses on construction coordination and client representation, ensuring technical and aesthetic excellence.
Alma Jauregui
Principal
Alma Jauregui heads HRA's San Francisco office and manages major office and retail developments. A LEED Accredited Professional, she is an expert in California Building Code compliance and has led award-winning projects in sustainable design.
Questions
What does an executive architect do?
An executive architect manages technical execution and construction documentation for projects designed by collaborating architects, ensuring code compliance, budget adherence, and quality control.
How does HRA collaborate with other design firms?
We partner with visionary architects globally, translating conceptual designs into buildable solutions through technical expertise and hands-on project management.
What industries does HRA specialize in?
We focus on commercial, institutional, entertainment, healthcare, and mixed-use developments, with expertise in high-rise and complex projects.
Is HRA an employee-owned company?
Yes, we transitioned to an employee stock ownership plan (ESOP) to align long-term accountability with client success.
What makes HRA unique among architecture firms?
Our exclusive focus on executive architecture, combined with a collaborative culture and technical rigor, ensures precision in complex project delivery.
