We design spaces that work for you
HCM Architects (Hagen, Christensen & McIlwain Architects) is a collaborative, client-centered design firm based in Minneapolis since 1998.
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Working with HCM
We are a team of passionate architects united by a singular vision on how we want to practice architecture - Provide creative ideas, exemplary services, treat people well, and believe good things will happen.
Personalized Service
We tailor every project around your specific goals—whether modest in scope or highly complex—and organize our teams to remain responsive and flexible as needs evolve. Our principals are hands-on from the start, providing steady leadership, a clear through-line for the project vision, and direct communication to support timely, well-informed decisions.
Collaborative Decision Making
Our role is to clarify options rather than complicate them. By translating technical issues into straightforward choices, we help organizations move through complex design decisions in a way that feels structured, transparent, and manageable.
Nimble & Responsive
We work at a pace that matches your organization, staying accessible not only for major milestones but for the day-to-day questions that keep projects and operations on track. Our size and structure allow us to adjust quickly, aligning our efforts with shifting priorities, schedules, and opportunities as they arise.
