HK Architects

HK Architects Design Matters. A well designed building or home will make a difference in people's daily lives. Good design is good business.

At HK Architects, we try to positively affect people’s lives with good design. We do our utmost to efficiently use our building spaces and the materials we build with. Nothing should go to waste, whether it’s space, resources, materials, or time. We hold dear existing spaces through restoration and renovation. We plan every building around natural daylight and the land the building will inhabit. W

e delight in using sustainable materials that respect the environment they’re built in to and that last for generations to enjoy. We believe respectful, quality designs that last are good designs. We are an architecture firm that believes investing in these good designs is good business – for you and for us.

The picture speaks for itself!
05/31/2026

The picture speaks for itself!

Two projects of ours are wrapping over at the Coosa Mill! The new Flats at Mill Town - single story affordable living un...
05/27/2026

Two projects of ours are wrapping over at the Coosa Mill! The new Flats at Mill Town - single story affordable living units - as well as Phase 1 of the adaptive reuse of the historic Thatcher Mill!

Excited is an understatement - go check out the progress at Mill Town!

Iris Rooftop Bar at The Waymark Hotel offers guests an up-close view of the building’s historic architectural details, i...
05/21/2026

Iris Rooftop Bar at The Waymark Hotel offers guests an up-close view of the building’s historic architectural details, including the decorative parapet cartouche crowning the façade. Perched above downtown, the rooftop also frames views of neighboring landmarks such as the James Building, connecting visitors to the rich architectural fabric of the city.

Find yourself in the Vault, the 's speakeasy bar. Transforming the historic space into an intimate hospitality experien...
05/14/2026

Find yourself in the Vault, the 's speakeasy bar. Transforming the historic space into an intimate hospitality experience created unique design and construction challenges during the renovation of the Chattanooga Bank Building. The expansive room seen today was once divided by a three-foot-thick reinforced concrete wall, which was demolished early in the construction process to open the space while preserving the vault’s historic character.⁠
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The original vault doors in the basement of the Chattanooga Bank Building had been submerged in water for years, making ...
05/08/2026

The original vault doors in the basement of the Chattanooga Bank Building had been submerged in water for years, making their restoration particularly challenging. The design team also faced the task of making the space fully accessible while ensuring the massive vault door remained safely fixed in an open position. This approach preserved the integrity and drama of the historic element while prioritizing life safety, allowing guests to comfortably experience The Vault and its unique atmosphere.

The monumental stair at The Waymark connects two key historic spaces. At the second floor, visitors overlook the lobby a...
05/06/2026

The monumental stair at The Waymark connects two key historic spaces. At the second floor, visitors overlook the lobby and experience restored molding within the elevator lobby and atrium. Descending below, the stair leads to The Vault, once home to bank operations and rows and rows of safety deposit boxes, now a speakeasy bar defined by its original massive vault door, measuring over seven feet in diameter.

I feel safe now that we have a Jedi in the office!
05/06/2026

I feel safe now that we have a Jedi in the office!

From original terra cotta and marble cladding to brass accents and intricate ceiling moldings, the reuse and restoration...
04/30/2026

From original terra cotta and marble cladding to brass accents and intricate ceiling moldings, the reuse and restoration of historic materials were central to the rehabilitation of the Chattanooga Bank Building. Preserving elements such as the original marble and sourcing a match for the original granite throughout not only supported historic tax credit requirements but also maintained material continuity throughout the project while reducing replacement costs. Restoring these elements required extensive research, testing, and refinement to determine the most effective preservation methods. The process demanded patience, craftsmanship, and close collaboration among the design and construction teams. By prioritizing repair over replacement, the project conserved resources, honored the building’s original construction, and extended the life of its historic materials for future use.

Entering the lobby at The Waymark offers a modern, refined nod to the historic 1930s Chattanooga Bank Building. The spac...
04/28/2026

Entering the lobby at The Waymark offers a modern, refined nod to the historic 1930s Chattanooga Bank Building. The space feels fresh and contemporary, while a glimpse of the original ceiling molding in the second-floor atrium connects guests to the building’s past.

We are honored to be working with Hamilton County mayor Westin Wamp, the principals, students and community to celebrate...
04/25/2026

We are honored to be working with Hamilton County mayor Westin Wamp, the principals, students and community to celebrate Brainerd history while planning and building a bright school future.

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1216 E Main Street, Suite 120
Chattanooga, TN
37408

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Monday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 5:30pm

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+14232663656

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