HKP Architects

We are honored to share that Julie Blazek, AIA, LEED AP, CPHC accepted the Puget Sound Business Journal's Sustainability Award on behalf of HKP Architects for our work on the Mount Vernon Library Commons! Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do at HKP, and this recognition reaffirms our commitment to designing spaces that positively impact our communities and environment.

Join us at the Mount Vernon Library Commons on March 27th for an AIA sponsored guided tour led by Julie Blazek and a brief presentation discussing HKP's role in the design, build, and completion of this exciting piece of Mount Vernon's historic downtown community!? The MVLC is one of the first publicly bid Passive House projects in the country, a fact we are very proud of.?The all-electric facility holds a commercial kitchen, community center, and a full-service library on the first floor, alongside three levels of structured parking (and one of the country's largest public EV charging stations) above. Each phase of the project presented unique challenges and opportunities that reinforced HKP's passion for sustainable and connective community spaces.? Click the link below to register: https://lnkd.in/gMK9pPGb #MountVernonLibraryCommons #AIANWW #AIASeattle #PassiveHouse #Sustainability #InnovativeArchitecture #SustainableDesign

The acoustics in this building is just one of the many Passive House benefits that the City Public Library is enjoying. Lots more to share!

Edmonds School District, a longtime HKP client, approached the firm about designing prototypical structures for the playgrounds of several of their elementary schools. Typically, recently built Edmonds schools include covered outdoor play spaces to support playground time during drizzly Pacific Northwest days, but that left kids at schools that were built decades ago out in the rain. HKP approached this equity issue with a goal to elevate the playground spaces of these existing schools through thoughtful, beautiful, and economical design. Three schools are involved in the first set of play structures project: two steel structures at Brier Elementary and Martha Lake Elementary and one mass timber structure at Edmonds Elementary. The intent is to build the first prototypes out of two different structural materials to compare their buildability, cost effectiveness, and reception by the school communities and general public. The principals at each school are excited that students will not only be able to use these covered and lighted spaces for recess, but that they will double as shelters for pick-up and drop-off time. HKP worked with the principals to identify favorite recess and physical education activities, such as four-square, pickleball, and basketball, and laid out painted striping for these games beneath each structure. HKP hopes to continue partnering with the District to bring these play structure designs to several more school locations in the future! Stay tuned for construction updates this summer! #HKPArchitects #SustainableDesign #DesignedForPlay #SustainableArchitecture #ArchitectureForEducation #EdmondsSchoolDistrict #MassTimber #Sustainability

?? EXCITING NEWS for Women of Carbon ?? ??? Exclusive Screenings this March & April ?? ???? 2 Countries ???? ?? 12 States ????♀? ??? 17 Cities ?? Follow screening updates: https://lnkd.in/gVq95KRn #sustainability #lowcarbonbuilding #womeninconstruction #ourearth

SAVE THE DATE!?HKP Architects is honored to present "Women of Carbon," a documentary showcasing women in construction making transformative, sustainable changes in efforts to combat climate change. This innovative work places them at the center of decarbonization, global health initiatives, and economic opportunities. Directed by Basia and Leonard Myszynski, "Women of Carbon" shares the journey and overarching vision these women share in making a better world. The women portrayed in this documentary are redefining our relationship with carbon in the built environment through repurposing materials, reengineering waste into valuable chemicals that help clean the climate, and driving decarbonization across industries. They share their challenges in life, work, and motherhood all while thriving in a male-dominated work space. The collective wisdom masterfully gathered by the Myszynskis and shared by these women comes together to form a singular belief and purpose to restore, protect, and preserve our planet and our futures. In the words of featured CEO Dr. Jennifer Holmgren: “The climate is not going to negotiate with us.” Join HKP for a screening of this empowering documentary followed by a panel of local women in construction and design (some of whom were featured in the film!) on April 25th, 2025 at the Mount Vernon Library Commons Community Room. Doors open from 5:00p to 8:00p. Free and open to the public; donations will be accepted for the Library Foundation for programs and initiatives regarding climate change. More details to come. #WomenofCarbon?#WomeninSustainability?#WomeninConstruction?#HKPArchitects?#SustainableDesign?#SustainableArchitecture?#BuildingForTheFuture?#WomeninDesign?#WomeninArchitecture

We are honored to be a part of a diverse and innovative industry! HKP is a women-owned business striving every day toward building a more sustainable, equitable, and collaborative environment for us all. We celebrate the contributions and achievements of Women in Construction this week and all through the year. #HKPArchitects #HKP #Sustainability #WomenInConstruction #SustainableDesign #PassiveHouseDesign #WIC2025 #InnovativeArchitecture #BuildingForTheFuture

So impressed with the level of engagement and sophisticated dialogue at the @cityofmountvernon Comp Plan workshop. Love to see both familiar faces and new community member involvement.

We're excited to be a part of this year's Phius Non-Res Summit 2025 and for Julie Blazek, AIA, LEED AP, CPHC to share her insights in our recent work with the Mount Vernon Library Commons! #Phius #NonResSummit2025 #PassiveHouse #SustainableDesign #Sustainability

We’re excited to be part of the Island County PROS Plan with Beckwith Consulting, focusing on Parks, Recreation, and Open Spaces that reflect community priorities. Visiting these incredible locations and hearing directly from residents about their vision for the future makes this work truly meaningful. Together, we’re shaping spaces that inspire connection, recreation, and sustainability. #CommunityDesign #ParksAndRecreation #SustainableSpaces #IslandCountyPROS #PublicEngagement #CivicPlanning #HKParchitects #HKP