At HED, we believe great design comes from the inter-connectedness of wisdom, people, and innovation. And that’s what sets us apart.

At HED, we begin by listening.

As true partners and advocates, we ask the right questions, anticipate challenges others might miss, and champion your vision from the first sketch to the final detail. We ask: What are your goals? Who will use this space? What does success look like to you? Centering on your vision allows us to align our expertise with your needs—intentionally and intelligently.

From day one, we bring clients, architects, engineers, consultants, and builders to the table together, aligning our collective wisdom in service of your goals and championing them every step of the way. Integrated Design at HED isn’t just a tool or process, but a bold reimagining of how we collaborate. By working as a unified team, we remove barriers, accelerate decisions, and deliver smarter, more predictable outcomes.

From the first conversation to the final ribbon-cutting, we’re in your corner, translating ambition into tangible, lasting impact.

Our commitment to Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (JEDI) is our  framework for action, and an integral part of our core values as a firm.

We believe true innovation is forged within a collaborative framework where every perspective enriches the design vision. This set of values guides how we work and serves as an extension of who we are as an organization.

We cultivate an environment rooted in authenticity, equality, and transparency. As a JUST Labeled firm, we are transparent about well-being in our practice. We believe that when our teams prosper, our clients and communities thrive too. Our solutions reflect a culture that invites everyone to bring their best selves to each project, celebrating each other’s varied experiences and insights.

At HED, inclusive design starts with inclusive teams. By welcoming a wider range of perspectives, we unlock the collective wisdom that drives more creative, relevant, and resilient solutions. We are proud to partner with Minority and Women owned Business Enterprises (MWBEs), including emerging firms, to drive innovation and build a more representative design community.

By investing in growth, honoring individuality, and building trust through collaboration, we create both extraordinary design and a workplace where people belong.

Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations continue to reshape how organizations measure performance, define leadership, and earn public trust.

At HED, we’ve long understood that our work carries both creative and civic responsibility.

Sustainability is thoughtfully considered and woven into everything we do. These principles shape how we lead, how we work, and how we design. From business practices to built environments, we make intentional decisions that elevate people, enrich communities, and steward the environment. This sense of responsibility is part of how we advocate for a more sustainable and equitable future through every design decision we make.

We welcome and value our clients’ desire to align with partners who share their values. Those values are the foundation of our design approach, and they shape every decision we make.

To understand our policies in detail:

View Our Approach to ESG