We believe in the power of architecture to be a catalyst for positive urban and social change.
Our Values
At Handel Architects, our core values are an integral part of our firm, the starting point for every decision we make.
Keeping these key principles in mind helps us stay oriented, moving forward in alignment with our overarching mission.
Respect.
We value the importance of an inclusive environment where everyone has a voice in the conversation.
Integrity.
We value
reliability, initiative, consistency, accountability, and a willingness to stand up and be counted.
Innovation.
We value curiosity and the ability to take risks when trying to solve a problem.
Agency.
We value a culture in which all individuals feel empowered to make decisions that impact the future of our firm.
Growth.
We value the constant pursuit of knowledge and a culture that promotes learning.
These values are reflected in the Who, What, How, and Why of our firm.
More than just abstract aspirations, these values suffuse every aspect of our firm -- they're the Who, What, How, and Why of the whole office, and they apply to every one of us, from our Partners and Principals to our Associates and new hires.
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Who We Are.
We want our values to be reflected in how we treat one another at Handel Architects. We believe that great ideas come from respect and openness, an outlook that sustains us creatively and that allows each of us to grow and to learn.
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We believe that a diverse set of opinions makes us a better firm.
We believe in self agency, and that ideas come first, not ego or titles.
We believe in giving everyone room to make their mark.
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What We Do.
We want our values to be reflected in the type and quality of work we do. We believe that what we do matters, that architecture and design are vitally important. And we believe that each project is an opportunity to change places, cities, and communities for the better.
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How We Do It.
We want our values to be reflected in how the work gets done: in a collaborative, supportive environment where everyone has a voice.
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We believe that a diverse set of opinions provides a clearer lens and allows us to do better work.
We believe that inspiration can come from anyone and from anywhere.
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Why We Do It.
We want our values to be a driving factor in why we do what we do. We believe that we have a responsibility to do what we can to make the world a better place, and that architecture gives us the power to do it.
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Handel Architects showing its support for climate action in New York City
Handel Architects showing its support for climate action in Washington, DC
