Business Details
Design-Build Excellence from HHJ Architecture & Construction
Established in 1970, HHJ Architecture & Construction is a family-owned firm with over 40 years of combined experience in architectural design and construction. Our integrated approach combines design and build services under one roof, ensuring consistency from concept through completion. We specialize in serving diverse industries across the Pacific Northwest, including commercial, industrial, and high-altitude projects. Our licensed architects and construction professionals deliver cost-effective, efficient solutions by maintaining continuous involvement throughout every project phase. Clients benefit from our proven ability to translate ideas into functional spaces while upholding the highest standards of design integrity and construction quality.Our commitment to personalized service and technical expertise has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner in the region. We pride ourselves on reducing costs, eliminating accountability issues, and accelerating project timelines through our cohesive team structure. With a legacy of successful projects ranging from car dealerships to complex industrial facilities, we continue to innovate while honoring traditional craftsmanship. Our decades of experience inform every decision, ensuring that each project meets both practical needs and aesthetic goals. At HHJ, we believe in building relationships as solid as the structures we create.
Services
Architectural Design
Construction Management
Design-Build Services
Project Management
High-Altitude Construction
Industrial Facilities
Commercial Buildings
Highlights and features
- We combine 40+ years of architectural and construction experience with family-owned values.
- Our licensed architects oversee projects from concept through completion.
- Integrated design-build approach reduces costs and accelerates timelines.
- Proven expertise in challenging high-altitude and industrial construction.
- Family legacy of craftsmanship since 1970 with Pacific Northwest market knowledge.
What people say
Accurate budgeting
Experienced professionals
Seamless process
Timely delivery
Design excellence
Services
Design-Build Services
Our design-build methodology unifies architecture and construction under one contract. This approach streamlines decision-making, reduces project timelines by up to 30%, and ensures design integrity throughout execution. Clients benefit from fixed pricing and single-source accountability for complex commercial and industrial projects.
Architectural Design
We create functional, code-compliant designs tailored to specific site and client needs. Our licensed architects utilize advanced 3D modeling to visualize concepts while maintaining traditional sketching techniques. Services include site analysis, space planning, and ADA-compliant design across multiple industries.
Industrial Construction
Specialized expertise in industrial facilities including manufacturing plants, distribution centers, and equipment integration. Our team addresses unique requirements like heavy-duty flooring, ventilation systems, and compliance with OSHA standards for operational efficiency and worker safety.
High-Altitude Projects
We execute challenging projects in extreme alpine environments requiring specialized logistics and materials. Our experience includes weather-resistant structures, accessibility solutions, and infrastructure development at elevations exceeding 10,000 feet.
Project Management
Comprehensive project oversight from permitting through handover. Our certified managers control budgets, schedules, and quality assurance while coordinating with local authorities. We maintain transparent communication channels to ensure client expectations align with project outcomes.
People
Roger Hansen
Founder
With over 40 years in architecture and construction, Roger established HHJ in the 1970s. His leadership shapes our design philosophy and commitment to quality craftsmanship across the Pacific Northwest's diverse building environments.
Gar Hansen
President
Continuing family legacy since 1970, Gar leads daily operations and project execution. He integrates modern technologies with traditional methods to deliver innovative solutions for complex commercial and industrial projects across the Pacific Northwest.
Questions
What industries does HHJ serve?
We serve commercial, industrial, and specialized markets including car dealerships, churches, manufacturing facilities, and high-altitude projects across the Pacific Northwest.
How long has HHJ been in business?
The Hansen family has delivered architecture and construction services since 1970, with HHJ as a formal entity operating for over 30 years.
What is a design-build approach?
This method combines architectural design and construction under one contract, reducing timelines and ensuring design consistency through a single responsible team.
Do you handle complex construction environments?
Yes, we specialize in challenging projects including high-altitude construction up to 10,000 feet and industrial facilities with specialized equipment requirements.
Are your architects licensed?
All architectural services are performed by fully licensed professionals who maintain continuing education in current design standards and building codes.
What areas do you service?
While based in Tacoma, WA, we complete projects throughout the Pacific Northwest, including Alaska for high-altitude speciality projects.
