“Judging from their work, you’d think this was a much larger firm. Proficient with traditional materials, H+A infuses their designs with modernist principals of form and minimalism. This (firm) is one to watch…..” Desert Living Magazine
Hoopes + Associates has gained the reputation as one of Santa Fe’s top architectural design studios. We are leaders in creating award-winning, modern homes, commercial buildings and public spaces.
Thanks to the support of the Santa Fe community, we have twice been awarded Best of Santa Fe in the Architect category by The Santa Fe Reporter. This year we received the 2023 Hacienda Parade of Home “Best in Show Santa Fe Contemporary Home”. In 2022 H+A was awarded the only Honor Design Award given by the AIA. At the 2020 Santa Fe Homebuilders Association Parade of Homes, H+A won nine awards, including for Best Design in multiple categories, and Most Innovative in another.
Since its founding in 1992, H+A has specialized in the design of contemporary homes, performing/assembly spaces, sacred spaces, and modern commercial spaces designed for end-users. This combination of projects has allowed us to learn lessons from one scale of project and apply them to others.
As a firm, we are deeply committed to community, pragmatic design and enduring architecture. We seek collaborative relationships with our clients that allow us to better understand their needs and concerns, successfully meeting any project challenges. That collaboration extends to other parties in the planning and design process, including artisans, landscape architects, interior designers, contractors, and homeowner associations, with all of whom we have established strong working relationships.
Here are some quotes from our founder and President, Craig Hoopes, that help in understanding the philosophical premise from which H+A approaches each project:
“We take traditional Santa Fe architecture and its minimal aesthetic, simple and spare, and make it contemporary. Both old and new styles are designed to work in their own environment – in the early Santa Fe pueblo style, houses were protected from the wind, snow and the rains – but now the contemporary style house is embraced by the land, and is all about light and openness, looking out and becoming part of the environment.”
“Blurring the lines between indoors and outdoors is a hallmark of Hoopes and Associates. We are inviting residents into the landscape while providing a sense of enclosure and protection.”
“Santa Fe offers a chance to work with artists and artisans -- it becomes an exchange of ideas, rather than an architect (simply) putting down on paper his or her thoughts -- Hoopes and Associates brings artisans into projects early.”
Comments from clients who have become enthusiastic fans and friends:
For nearly 30 years, the award-winning architectural studio of Hoopes and Associates has been creating truly unique, custom homes for its clients. Working in Santa Fe, around the State of New Mexico and globally, this firm continues to receive the highest recognition for creativity in design and commitment to its clients’ vision.
“The best – we had a dream -- Craig and H+A brought it to life. They listened to and observed: our ideas, our lifestyle, our philosophy of nature and design. They created warm, comfortable living spaces in a dramatic, contemporary context that blends with the natural beauty surrounding our home. We are on top of the world, and the world is now in our living room.”
“Our new home/architectural journey began with Hoopes + Associates. From the beginning, they listened and translated our lifestyle, aesthetic, and functional desires into beautiful and intriguing home design concepts. We are thrilled with every aspect of the design of our home; the scale, proportions, positioning, and feel are just wonderful!”
“Working with Hoopes has been a great experience. Their work is fantastic. They have incredible attention to detail and deliver on all promises.”
“Hoopes + Associates quickly grasped what our new home desires were. The architectural designs provided were unique and innovative. Our project budget and timeline were met. We are extremely pleased with our new home.”
“We worked with Hoopes and Associates to create a ground-breaking contemporary home in Santa Fe. Craig and his team listened intently to our needs and dreams and translated those concepts into a home that met our aesthetic and financial requirements. They work tirelessly, with integrity and creativity, and were always professional, reliable, and a trusted partner in our journey. We’d recommend them highly.”