HCA is a new architecture firm based in New York City dedicated to the sustainable management of historic and cultural resources. Founded by three practitioners with complementary backgrounds and a combined 75 years of experience, HCA brings a wide range of experience in the field of architectural design, historic preservation, and materials conservation.
Inspired by the forms of traditional architecture, HCA’s designers are focused on preserving the legacy and fabric of cultural heritage through the introduction of creative, harmonious, and contemporary solutions.
Inspired by the forms of traditional architecture, HCA’s designers are focused on preserving the legacy and fabric of cultural heritage through the introduction of creative, harmonious, and contemporary solutions.
"Our approach begins with establishing a thorough understanding of a site's historic context through archival research, material assessment, and documentation. This work helps to record and communicate the resource's value and guides the creative opportunities for future interventions" |
"We believe Historic Presentation is a critical component of sustainable design. Through the reuse of existing structures and landscapes, we can reduce material consumption and waste, extend the life of embodied energy, and encourage investment in existing communities" |
"Historic Preservation does not rely on the mimicry of historic forms. It is a tool to evaluate, manage, and respond to change in the environment. It acknowledges time as a fundamental aspect of culture, and technology, as a way to meaningfully engage with, sustain, and shape the built world" |
Current Projects
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The Ballantine House, Newark museum of Art
Newark, New Jersey |
John Jay Homestead
Katonah, New York |
