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New Paltz University Redesign

ABOUT

WhoWeAre

Hamlin Design Group (HDG) has innovatively provided served NYS for nearly 20 years. If you're seeking hands-on, attentive architecture, planning and design services You've found it!

 

As a boutique firm our custom team of design specialists make your vision our mission. In addition to our in-house team of pros we provide geo-thermal, landscape and LEED specialists for your custom needs.

Design
Philosophy

​​It's about People

Using design to enhance the human experience is our core approach. We're all about our clients and the people they serve in their spaces. Optimizing the flow of spaces that make sense; implementing innovative function, minimal carbon foot prints, and aesthetically enhancing and complementing the surrounding neighborhoods it "serves".

Our portfolio reveals our execution of these concepts in academia, commercial, and community projects.

OurProcess

Planning &
Programming

What's possible? Feasible? Who needs what? Permits, Zoning Issues.

Concept
Design

How much will this cost? Will my idea work? HDG provides concept design options & final drawings.

Construction
Bid/Admin

Who builds? Are they on tract? HDG manages this for you.

Expect Clarity &

Experience

HDG removes the guess work in the design & build process. As a "Full-Service" firm, we investigate zoning, obtain permits, find & collaborate with specialists and plan your project with you from concept to finish.

TheTeam

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Shawn Hamlin, AIA

OWNER / MANAGING PRINCIPAL

Architect & Urban Planner

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Emily Halm, AIA

ARCHITECT / PROJECT MGR

Ruth Hurtt

MARKETING ADMINISTRATOR

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Kia Fischer, AA

DESIGNER / PROJECT MGR

CAD, BIM, Client Liaison

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Jessica Ospina

DESIGNER / PROJECT MGR

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Timothy Garafalo, AA

DESIGNER / CONSULTANT

CAD, BIM, 3D Prototype Fabricator

Julia Robinson

OFFICE MANAGER

TheySaid Testimonials...

Responsive!

"HDG was responsive to issues before they turned into real problems. We received better service than what we were use to getting."

Jeffery Lewis, Head of Facilities

SUNY NEW PALTZ

Lecture Concourse & Bridge Renovation

Great Communication!

“Shawn & Tim are easy to communicate with. I’ve called multiple times with needs and it was a great experience.”

Michael Galarza, Office Manager

KIDS & FAMILY DENTAL

Neighborhood Medical Facility

ProActive!

“…HDG stepped up..agreed to take the scope (of another consultant)...nice job on the design!”

Richard LaRose, Sr.VP Educational Facilities

CHA COMPANIES

Harriman Building 5

Well Received!

"[HDG's] work has been well received by faculty and staff. Students are happy with the new space."

Kris Dourdas, Facilities Mgr.

SUNY MORRISVILLE

Sports Center Renovation

Leadership!

"...They did a good job at bridging both firms that’s certainly strength.”

Harris Fein, Project Manager

STV INC.

Harriman Building 5

Support!

"HDG really stepped up to support us. The client was very happy with the results."

Kevin Duffy, MEP Prj Mngr.

RAMBOLL INC.

Concourse Renovation

Improved Services!

"I'm optimistic Hamlin's work will not only optimize... services but also facilitate a much-needed health suite for students, positively impacting attendance."

Lakime Meadows, Vice Principal

TROY SCHOOL 2

Community Services in a School

Dedicated!

“...very capable...dedicated to the Capital Region, a modest size architecture firm that’s succeeding in the market.”

Duncan Stewart, CEO

ALBANY CONV. CTR. AUTH.

Capital Center Bridge Rehab

Featured Project

The Stephen & Harriet Myers Underground Railroad Interpretive Center

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LOCATION

915 BROADWAY STE 302 ALBANY, NY

PHONE

518.724.5159

EMAIL

NYS MINORITY BUSINESS CERTIFIED

MEMBER OF THE AMERICAN INSTITUTE OF ARCHITECTS

NYC SCA PREQUALIFIED

LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE. JUST CERTIFIED

NYS Minority Owned Business Certification
Member of American Institute of Architects
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