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IMPROVING COMMUNITIES THROUGH THOUGHTFUL AND INSPIRED DESIGN

SINCE 1976

HBM is a nationally recognized, award-winning architectural and interior design firm focused on the planning and design of public buildings, . Our collaborative and engaging design process forms a strong connection between the project and its community. We design compelling buildings and inviting spaces that respond to the distinct needs of each client.

The new Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library, North Branch. The front entrance features a striking modern facade with high ceilings and large glass accents allowing views in and out of the building. Through these windows, you can see the beautiful lighting features glowing as the building begins to light up for the evening.

NEWS & EVENTS

Interior view of the Calvert Library Twin Beaches Branch. This view showcases the giant floor-to-ceiling windows, warm wood ceilings, and blue-toned paint and carpeting to mimic the Chesapeake Bay, seen through the windows.

A quote from one of HBM's clients, Chirstina Riedel of Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library in Tennessee: "HBM talks not just about spaces, but about how the spaces affect people within them & how they feel."

From left to right: Associate & Interior Designer, Katie Gaukin, Architect & Principal, Kevin Kennedy, and Interior Designer, Mackenzie Marinelli, standing in front of a HBM Banner showcasing several photographs of our projects at a conference.

Clarksville-Montgomery County Public Library- North Branch

News & Events

Dancers mid-performance at the Cuyahoga County Public Library, Parma Snow Branch's Black Box Theater.

A quote from HBM's client, James Crawford of Lakewood Public Library in Ohio: "They truly become the client's partners & invest in the relationship. They're teammates."

Toledo Lucas County Public Library, Main Branch. Featuring the restred historic main room, feturing art deco style motifs.

HBM Interior Designer, Katie Gaukin, talks with Pascale Sablan and America By DesignTV about the award-winning library Indianapolis Public Library, West Perry Branch. This library features aesthetics that reflect the surrounding nature, sustainable features like solar power, and and open, intuitive design that allows patrons to flow effortlessly through the library.

Quote from Suzanne Loomis, the Director at Public Works in Kansas: "HBM Excelled at listening to the library's needs & putting a plan together to move forward."

Culture

CULTURE

Punch Lists at St. Petersburg Library System, President Barack Obama Main Library in St. Petersburg Florida. Interior Designer Becca Kern meticulously checks interior finishes before the upcoming grand reopening. The interior imitates the beautiful tones of beach glass, seamlessly integrating this new modernized design with the surrounding Florida area.

We approach each project with a focus on clarity, collaboration, and long-term value. Our architectural services cover every phase of the design process, including concept design, schematic design, design development, construction documentation, and bidding + negotiation support. Whether it’s a new building, an expansion, a renovation, or a historic restoration, we’re committed to creating spaces that are thoughtful, functional, and built to last.

Interior spaces shape how people feel, move, and connect. Our interior design team helps create environments that are cohesive, comfortable, and purpose-driven. We guide the selection of materials and finishes, furnishings, and equipment, and design custom display elements, cabinetry, and signage. We also assist with bidding packages for interior scopes, ensuring design intent carries through to the final result.

Successful projects start with a strong foundation. We support clients in the early phases of development through services such as visioning sessions, needs assessments, feasibility studies, and detailed building programs. Our team conducts site analysis and test fits, facility assessments, and maintenance planning to ensure long-term functionality. We also provide master planning, pre-bond planning, diagramming + space analysis, and operational studies to support grant applications and private fundraising efforts.

We believe that community voices are essential to meaningful design. Our outreach process includes hands-on workshops, educational input sessions, custom surveys, stakeholder interviews, and both in-person and online engagement strategies. We facilitate focus groups, compile and summarize feedback, and present findings to governing bodies and community groups to ensure the final design reflects the needs and values of the people it serves.

Sustainability is an integral part of how we design. We work with clients to develop environmentally responsible strategies that align with their goals and project needs. Our team offers tailored solutions to meet LEED certification requirements and provides guidance throughout the entire process, from initial planning through final documentation. The result is thoughtful, future-focused design with lasting impact.