HMC Architects

As the vice president of diversity, inclusion, and social impact and executive director of HMC’s Designing Futures Foundation (DFF), Adrienne leads HMC’s justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion (JEDI) council and oversees HMC’s charitable giving and community engagement initiatives. The DFF, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) founded in 2009, has invested more than $1.6M in transformative nonprofits locally and globally. Through its philanthropy, HMC goes beyond architecture by expanding access to architecture, training the next generation of ACE professionals, addressing food insecurity and poverty, building a more sustainable future, and supporting health and human services to create thriving communities. Adrienne leverages HMC’s resources to strengthen our communities and build a better world.

Brandon is a licensed architect and project manager working in HMC’s Ontario office. He believes the most beautiful designs are responses to the most difficult problems. Brandon has over nine years of experience in Civic and Pre-K-12 planning and design. Brandon is committed to listening, interacting, and collaborating with clients to create healthy environments that respond to their needs. His approach results in spaces where users can not only live, work and play—but also thrive. Brandon holds a Bachelor of Architecture and a Masters in Regenerative Studies from California State Polytechnic University, Pomona.

A seasoned copywriter and influencer relations specialist, Bruce has extensive experience spearheading a range of PR activities while managing progressive internal communications programs. His PR efforts have earned national press coverage in leading media for HMC, and his internal communications strategies foster positive corporate culture, increased engagement, retention, and productivity among the firm’s employee-owners.

As principal in charge in HMC’s San Diego Healthcare studio, Daniel serves the firm’s healthcare client base and works to expand the firm’s healthcare reach in the San Diego region. He has over 19 years of experience in healthcare architecture spanning nearly every project type and delivery method. He is passionate about applying Lean principles to the architecture and construction delivery process. Daniel believes that healthcare design, more than any other project type, wraps around communities and provides space for their most joyous and difficult moments.

Dena Null is a healthcare principal in HMC Architects’ Bay Area studios. From facility assessments to programming and concept design through construction, Dena Null has over 27 years of healthcare experience. Her specialties include comprehensive medical planning, healthcare infrastructure, disaster preparedness and rapid response, behavioral health facilities, and USP 797/800 pharmacy compliance experience implementing clean room design.

As Director of Design, James oversees design and leads strategies to improve the impact of HMC’s work. Formerly serving as design principal where he led projects for HMC’s PreK-12 and civic practices, Krueger’s creative approach emphasizes the firm’s purpose of “design for good” to support clients with high-performance solutions that aim to have a positive impact.

Jason is the Director of Information Technology at HMC, bringing an impressive 27 years of experience, with 22 of those years dedicated to HMC. Armed with a degree in Information and Decision Systems, Jason has honed his expertise in managing and optimizing technology systems. His extensive knowledge is backed by a range of certifications, including Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer, ITIL Foundation, and Security+. His leadership and expertise have been invaluable in shaping HMC's IT infrastructure, driving the firm's technological advancements, and ensuring the security of its systems.

A licensed architect with over 20 years of experience working on a wide variety of project types, Jennifer’s experience as an architect and passion for the environment gives her a unique appreciation for the various constraints of a project. She strives to deliver the most sustainable project possible without negatively impacting budget, scope, and schedule. Jennifer believes designers and architects have a responsibility to protect the natural environment. As HMC’s director of sustainability, she leads strategic initiatives for sustainable building firm-wide and aims to impact not just HMC’s designs, but its operations as well; guiding HMC in minimizing its footprint while maximizing its positive impact.

Julie is HMC's PreK-12 market leader and has 15 years of experience assisting PreK-12 districts throughout California to maximize and secure state funding. She is active in the Coalition of Adequate School Housing (CASH). She has served on the Legislative Advisory Committee, completed the CASH Leadership Academy, and recently received her Accredited Learning Environment Planner (ALEP) designation with the Association for Learning Environments (A4LE).

Kevin is an award-winning architect with over 28 years of experience in higher education, healthcare, and civic planning, design, project management, and operations, spanning nearly every project type. Kevin has an intense project for architectural design, the juxtaposition of geometric masses, and the constructability of complex projects. As a result, Kevin has served as either the project architect or project manager for six award-winning projects. “Great design should be a democratic process and be made available to all clients and user groups across all financial spectrums.” A similar philosophy governs his approach to mentoring the next generation of architects: as he seeks to provide guidance, advice, and leadership opportunities—particularly to underrepresented minority architects- allowing emerging professionals to develop the craft of designing and detailing architecture while learning the business of architecture. Kevin volunteers with several organizations and universities to support the next generation of architects. Kevin joined HMC in 2022 to focus on the building types he has always had a passion for architecture that is experienced by and designed for the public.

Ron has more than 37 years of experience in the architectural field working for architectural firms, university capital planning departments, and on independent projects. His experience includes all phases of project design and production, contract administration services, field observation, change order analysis and negotiation, and project management including developing project scope, schedules and budgets for new and renovation projects. He has managed projects at all levels of design, from concept through to construction documents and construction administration. For the majority of his career, Ron has specialized in healthcare and institutional projects including hospitals and schools

Sean is HMC's higher education market leader and has 30 years of experience in higher education master planning, design, and construction administration spanning nearly every campus project typology including student housing, professional schools, teaching labs, and athletics complexes. Sean is passionate about blurring the lines between planning and design to create memorable spaces between buildings that extend the campus greenspace network as well as enhance the student experience.

Sherry is an experienced senior PreK-12 architect, thought leader, planner, and mentor who brings over 20 years of educational design expertise and unique skillsets rooted in predesign, programming, and planning. Based in HMC's San Jose office, Sherry plays a pivotal role in fostering and maintaining long-term partnerships with clients, with a focus on creating inclusive and equitable learning environments. Sajadpour brings an analytical and empathetic approach, striving to blend rational thinking with emotional understanding. Her goal is to eliminate barriers, create a comfortable atmosphere, and ensure that all voices are heard. As the chair of the AIA Silicon Valley Women in Architecture committee, she actively works towards empowering women in the field and cultivating a more balanced and inclusive architectural community. As an accredited learning environment planner (ALEP), Sherry is committed to presenting design challenges with clear explanations. She values establishing meaningful connections with clients and serving as a trusted advisor to them. Her genuine passion lies in making a positive impact in the lives of students and educators, aiming to create inspiring spaces that cater to their unique needs.

What started as a high school vacation to Hawaii quickly became a passion—and we don’t mean for the beach. While visiting the islands, Steve was inspired by unique buildings and structures and eventually decided to build his career in architecture. Since joining HMC in 1990, Steve’s experience has spanned a broad range of planning and design projects throughout Southern California. Today, Steve leads master planning, new construction, modernizations, and remodels for education facilities, with specialized expertise in security design issues for school campuses. He brings strong values and competency to HMC's successful completion of spiritual facilities throughout Southern California and is an excellent communicator with the ability to build consensus with diverse groups.

Steve is a principal at HMC Architects' San Diego studio. With more than 20 years of experience, he specializes in healthcare facility design and project management. A proponent of integrated project delivery, he has led several hospital replacements, renovations, and upgrades for major healthcare providers.

Located in the firm’s San Diego studio, Tarik is essential in serving the firm’s healthcare clients and developing innovative ways to program, plan, and deliver healthcare projects. He believes that working closely with clients and understanding their complex needs yields successful, thoughtful, and effective solutions. He has more than 20 years of experience as a healthcare architect and has worked on a variety of innovative healthcare projects. Before pursuing a career in architecture, D’Introno was a medical student. Although he was fascinated by the healthcare field, he knew that he could play a larger, more integrated role in the planning and design of healthcare facilities.

As Principal in Charge, Tim has more than 30 years of educational experience. He has been personally responsible for more than 170 educational projects for multiple clients. His approach is rooted in the belief that every client has unique needs and expectations which must be met with personal attention and commitment. Based on this understanding, he has developed strong, long-term relationships with clients both big and small. Tim leads, facilitates, and manages people, processes, and projects, and is fully invested in collaborative problem solving and stakeholder inclusion. He is committed and determined to provide his clients not only a great experience, but exceptional project delivery that meets program needs and budgetary requirements—he understands this is the true measure of success.

As principal in charge in HMC’s Los Angeles PreK-12 studio, Virginia serves the firm’s PreK–12 client base by working with school districts, strategic partners, and internal teams to ensure operations and business development success. She has more than 20 years of experience in PreK-12 architecture creating optimal learning environments of all sizes and complexities. Virginia enjoys partnering with school administers, teachers, parents, the community, and especially students to re-imagine learning environments that prepare kids for life after graduation.