Hansen Architects, P.C.

06/10/2026

We are thrilled to share that the SCAD - The University for Creative Careers Jen Library renovation in Savannah has been named a 2026 ALA/IIDA Library Interior Design Award winner in the Academic Libraries category! Selected among award winners spanning the globe, this recognition reflects the incredible collaboration and dedication of everyone involved in bringing this project to life. A huge congratulations to SCAD and our partners at West Construction Company on this outstanding honor.

05/29/2026

We’re honored to announce that Hansen Architects has been voted Best Architecture Firm in Connect Savannah Events’s Best of Savannah Awards. This recognition meaningfully acknowledges the trust our clients, partners, and community have placed in us over the past 80+ years. Thank you for allowing us to be part of this incredible community.

05/25/2026

On this Memorial Day, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who gave everything in service to our country. Their sacrifice is the foundation of the freedoms we enjoy every day. From our team at Hansen Architects, we wish you a meaningful and reflective holiday.

05/22/2026

This National Preservation Month, we are looking back at one of our most cherished projects — the historic Mills B. Lane House, built in 1909 and located across from Forsyth Park in Savannah's Historic District. In the early 2000s, our very own J. Paul Hansen led an extensive restoration, carefully preserving the home's original character while thoughtfully expanding it for modern living. This 12,583 square foot project was honored with awards from the Historic Savannah Foundation, AIA Savannah, and The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation— a project from over two decades ago that we remain just as proud of today.

05/14/2026

Hansen Architects is thrilled to have received the Historic Savannah Foundation's Excellence in Rehabilitation Award for 7 West Bay Street — the Savannah Culinary Institute at Savannah Technical College. We are so proud of our team and grateful for the recognition of the hard work and dedication that went into this project. It was a wonderful night celebrating alongside our colleagues and fellow honorees. Congratulations to all of the winners recognized for their commitment to preserving Savannah's architectural legacy!

📸: WSAV

05/11/2026

May is National Preservation Month, and we are proud to highlight one of our most impactful projects along Savannah's iconic Broughton Street. Beginning in 2013, Hansen Architects partnered with Ben Carter Enterprises to restore several facades in Savannah's Landmark Historic District — uncovering original brick and stone detailing that had been hidden beneath concrete and stucco for nearly 50 years. Spanning six blocks, these restorations brought new life back to a corridor that has long been the heart of Savannah's shopping and business district. Take a look at our video to get a glimpse of the historic images, what these buildings became, and how we helped transform these important pieces of history.

05/01/2026

Hansen Architects is proud to announce we have received an Excellence in Rehabilitation Award from The Georgia Trust for Historic Preservation for the Savannah Culinary Institute! A special congratulations to Senior Principal, Patrick Phelps, who led this project and his dedication to historic preservation made this recognition possible.

This award recognizes projects that make compatible use of a historic building while preserving the features that convey its historic value. Originally constructed in 1856, this Bay Street landmark was carefully rehabilitated to house Savannah Technical College's Culinary Arts Program—restoring its historic storefront, addressing significant structural deterioration, and thoughtfully integrating modern teaching kitchens while honoring the building's character. We are honored to have played a role in preserving a piece of Savannah's history while creating a dynamic educational resource for the community. Take a look at the before and after photos!

04/30/2026

We are proud to see 217 West Broughton nearing completion! This project has been a meaningful collaboration from the start, and watching it come to life is a true reward. Thank you to The Pinyan Company and the entire project team for your dedication and craftsmanship every step of the way.

04/29/2026

Hansen Architects Senior Principal, Patrick Phelps, was recently featured in the Savannah Morning News & SavannahNow.com following a panel hosted by the Historic Savannah Foundation on designing new construction in Savannah's National Historic Landmark District. Patrick shared that in his experience, the most successful projects come from respecting all stakeholders at the table — balancing ordinance standards, community input, and a developer's vision.

Thank you to the Historic Savannah Foundation for facilitating such an important conversation about the future of our city's architectural legacy, and to Evan Lasseter and the Savannah Morning News for the coverage.

Savannah architects discuss the tension between historic preservation and new development, considering changes to historic review processes.

04/28/2026

Thank you to the Historic Savannah Foundation for hosting such a great event! We enjoyed the opportunity to be surrounded by our community to engage in this important discussion.