HOLT Architects

10/08/2026

HOLT Architects is pleased to serve as architect for the Behavioral Health Unit makeover at St. Joseph's Health - Syracuse, NY. This $2.5 million expansion and renovation will grow the unit from 16,000 to 23,200 square feet across two floors, creating more room for patients, families, and the care teams who support them.

The design is guided by two priorities that matter most in behavioral health settings: safety and clear clinical lines of sight. Thoughtful layouts help staff stay connected to patients while preserving dignity and a sense of calm. A new outdoor courtyard will give patients access to fresh air and daylight, an important part of a healing environment.

We're grateful to St. Joseph's Health for the opportunity to partner on a project that will make a real difference for our Central New York community.

10/01/2026

Congratulations to Erin K. Toddes, NCIDQ, CID, CHID, who passed her CHID certification test last week. This certification by the American Academy of Healthcare Interior Designers (AAHID) distinguishes those designers who have expertise, comprehension, and application of current codes and protocols to protect and improve the health and safety of patients, providers, and families. At HOLT, we believe in supporting our employees to grow in their expertise, as this benefits not only our team but also our clients and the communities they serve.

09/09/2026

HOLT is proud of the work we have done with Auburn Community Hospital over the years. Our most recent completed project consists of two new state-of-the-art operating rooms and a permanent location for the hospital's cardiac catheterization lab. HOLT's Paul A. Levesque II was honored to attend and speak at the ribbon-cutting.

09/02/2026

HOLT is honored to be the Presenting Sponsor of INHS's 50th Anniversary Celebration. We are proud of our partnership with INHS and of having played a role in the positive impact the organization has had over the years.

Join us on Saturday, September 19, from 12-4 PM for The INHS Ultimate Block Party: 50 Years in the Making as we celebrate 50 years of INHS and the community that made it all possible!

Enjoy an afternoon of:

- Live music from Nate the Great, Jeremiah Craig, Scratched Vinyl, GIAC Jumpers, and the Community Unity Music Education Program
- Food and community gathering
- Storytelling and shared memories
- Free kids' activities from Bunch of Bubbles and Ithaca Face Painting

This free, outdoor celebration is all about honoring our past, celebrating our present, and looking toward the future together. Whether you've been part of the INHS story for decades or are just getting to know us, we'd love to celebrate with you.

INHS Headquarters
Saturday, September 19
12:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Free and open to all. Registration is not required, but appreciated: https://www.ithacanhs.org/event/50th-anniversary-celebration/

Come celebrate 50 years of building a stronger, more vibrant community together!

Thank you to our Presenting Sponsor: HOLT Architects!

08/26/2026

Workplace design starts long before furniture and finishes — it starts with how people actually work.

At HOLT Architects, "Places to Work" is one way we think about impact, alongside how people live, learn, and heal. In practice, that means every office project starts with the same questions. How do teams move through a day? Where do they need quiet focus, and where do they need to interact with each other? What has to flex as the organization grows or reorganizes?

Good workplace design isn't a style. It's a process built around the people who'll actually use the space.

08/05/2026

With more than 63 years of healthcare design experience, a deep understanding of New York State Department of Health (NYSDOH) processes and procedures, and a tested team, HOLT knows how to create healing environments through smart design. Here's what that looks like in practice:

Evidence-Based Design - Creating healthcare environments that are informed by research and data to improve patient outcomes, enhance safety, and optimize overall well-being for patients and staff.

Patient-Focused Environments - Prioritizing the needs, comfort, and well-being of patients by creating spaces that promote healing, reduce stress, and encourage positive patient experiences through thoughtful design.

WELL Building & LEED - WELL Building prioritizes human health and wellness, while LEED focuses on sustainability and environmental impact. Both systems work in concert to create spaces that are healthy for the earth and its occupants.

Planning for Change - Designing flexible and adaptable facilities that can accommodate evolving technologies, practices, and patient needs, ensuring long-term sustainability and efficiency in the face of continuous advancements.
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08/03/2026

HOLT is proud of our relationship with SUNY Cortland and our continued work on campus, including the renovation of Corey Gym.

07/16/2026

Members of the HOLT team were excited to attend the grand opening of the new corporate headquarters for Guthrie Community Credit Union in Sayre, PA — a project we were proud to design in close collaboration with the Guthrie team.

07/09/2026

Small Projects, Big Impacts!

Quay Thompson, AIA, NCARB, LEED-AP, Jennifer Baldwin, and Elliot Felix will be speaking at the annual conference of the Society for College and University Planning (SCUP) to discuss how—faced with tight resources—those responsible for an institution's physical environment need to extend the impact of small capital projects. Their session offers real examples and takeaways for getting big impact from small projects while strengthening student experience and belonging. They'll share a practical playbook and describe how it was used to plan three small and mid-sized projects at St. John Fisher University. These projects ensured focused, affordable interventions that supported community, belonging, experiential learning, and academic identity. You will leave with a repeatable framework to help you plan small capital projects that advance institutional goals by making meaningful progress even in times of uncertainty and limited resources.

Attending the conference, please look for the presenters and introduce yourself. Not attending, but want to learn more? Please reach out.

06/24/2026

Recently, members of our HOLT team had the privilege of participating in the United Way of Tompkins County's annual Day of Action, volunteering with the incredible team at the Advocacy Center of Tompkins County. As architects and designers, we spend much of our time helping organizations create spaces that support their missions. Today, we had the opportunity to support organizational mission in a different way—working side by side to make a positive impact in our community.

Our whole group was deeply impacted by the opportunity. Learning more about the Advocacy Center’s work was both inspiring and humbling. Their commitment to creating safety, healing, and hope for individuals and families throughout our region is truly remarkable.

Thank you to United Way of Tompkins County for organizing this meaningful event and to the team at Advocacy Center of Tompkins County for welcoming us. We're grateful for the chance to contribute and to learn more about the important work happening in our community every day.