PROFILE Founded in 2000 by Principal James Harkrider, Studio HXD is an architecture and design firm focused on creating thoughtful and meaningful spaces for its clients. From our beginning, the firm has strived to create that architecture that provides it’s users with unique experiences and lasting impressions.
Our team is made up of people with different backgrounds and perspectives, all connected by a shared interest in creativity and problem-solving. This diversity helps us approach each project in a unique way, combining practical thinking with a strong focus on our clients’ goals.
At Studio HXD, every project is a chance to explore ideas, refine them, and deliver meaningful results. Our experience allows us to handle complex design challenges and create solutions that are clear and purposeful. Our work has been recognized nationally, appearing in publications such as Architectural Record, The New York Times, and Metropolis, and featured in lectures and exhibitions across the country.
APPROACH We see architecture as a collaborative process shaped by each client’s unique vision and the specific challenges of each project. Every design starts by understanding three key elements: context, program, and purpose.
We believe strong results come from working closely with our clients. By combining our expertise with their vision, we create designs that are practical, considered, and tailored to their needs. This approach helps ensure our work not only solves problems but also stands the test of time.
Our design approach stays consistent across all project types. We focus on how spaces and elements come together , always guided by the client’s goals and needs. This approach has helped us build long-term client relationships and successfully complete projects in the multi-family, commercial, cultural and residential market sectors in markets across the United States