Seattle, WA

PH: 206.675.9151

info@shksarchitects.com

1050 N 38th St

Seattle, WA 98103

Walla Walla, WA

PH: 206.224.3344

jh@shksarchitects.com

Burlington, VT

PH: 802.391.4556

nelsonm@shksarchitects.com

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Embracing the Essential

At SHKS, we intentionally work across many different scales, eras, and project types—finding ourselves equally likely to design small historic renovations and large, innovative new builds. We built this generalist practice—or whole practice, as we like to say—for both practical and human reasons.

The practical explanation is that we believe in the value of broad experience, and we have a collective allergy to a set architectural style when every project is so genuinely different. Working across timescales, programs, and styles gives us a broader lens when making design decisions. We find that this leads to nimbler thinking and stronger, richer solutions.

The human explanation is related and equally important. We became architects because we’re energized by the unknown and ambiguous aspects of the built environment. We chose this profession because that act of “wondering”—listening, exploring, researching, synthesizing, ideating—felt like a gift. Simply put, we are happiest when we have the latitude to follow that instinct. Our studio’s approach reflects that particular joy of beginning without preconceptions.

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Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

All people should have access to spaces where they can thrive.
As Architects, we have the responsibility to make this a reality for the people who inhabit the places we design.
SHKS is committed to sustained learning and advocacy so that our designs and our practice prioritize empathy and inclusivity.

Careers

We’re looking for people to join the fray; professionals deeply committed to making our client’s places and our own workplace more diverse, more comfortable, and more fun. Our practice cultivates growth at all levels. We support continuing education in architecture and all kinds of related action.

SHKS was formed on the basis of friendship among its founders and friendship still pervades the practice. As a mid-sized practice, everyone knows everyone else in both professional and social ways. Together, we’ll be cleaning up the garden outside; weather provided, we’ll be returning to the volleyball court. In recent years, we’ve helped out Sawhorse Revolution and the Block Project.

We make places to accommodate and enrich people’s lives. That’s how we think about the practice, too. We encourage social, environmental, and professional responsibility and participation: SHKS is a place to grow.

SHKS Architects provides a supportive and creative work environment. We welcome applicants of any sex, race, color, religion, gender identity, physical ability, sexual orientation, age, and other classes protected by law.

While there are currently no open positions, we are always accepting resumes and portfolios. Please email your resume, cover letter, and portfolio to employment@shksarchitects.com. 4mb maximum file size.

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About SHKS

At SHKS Architects, we believe great architecture emerges from curiosity, collaboration, and genuine relationships. We are seeking architects who are excited to work across a diverse range of civic, higher education, historic preservation, single family housing, and community-focused projects while contributing to a studio culture that values mentorship, humor, and design excellence.

SHKS was founded on friendship and that spirit continues to shape our practice today. Our practice has been shaped to be much like the buildings we design: adaptable, resilient, and comfortable. As a mid-sized practice, everyone knows everyone else in both professional and social ways. Emerging professionals work directly with firm leaders and experienced project architects, gaining exposure to all phases of project delivery and opportunities for meaningful professional growth.

We are looking for people who want to contribute to the life of the studio; professionals committed to making our clients’ places and our own workplace more diverse, more comfortable, and more fun. We support continuing education, professional licensure, professional development, and active engagement in the broader design community.

Outside the office, you might find us tending the garden, volunteering with organizations such as Sawhorse Revolution and Furniture Repair Bank, or, weather permitting, returning to the volleyball court.

We make places to support and enrich people’s lives. That’s how we think about the practice, too. We encourage social, environmental, and professional responsibility and participation. SHKS is a place to grow.

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About SHKS

At SHKS Architects, we believe great architecture emerges from curiosity, collaboration, and genuine relationships. We are seeking architects who are excited to work across a diverse range of civic, higher education, historic preservation, single family housing, and community-focused projects while contributing to a studio culture that values mentorship, humor, and design excellence.

SHKS was founded on friendship and that spirit continues to shape our practice today. Our practice has been shaped to be much like the buildings we design: adaptable, resilient, and comfortable. As a mid-sized practice, everyone knows everyone else in both professional and social ways. Emerging professionals work directly with firm leaders and experienced project architects, gaining exposure to all phases of project delivery and opportunities for meaningful professional growth.

We are looking for people who want to contribute to the life of the studio; professionals committed to making our clients’ places and our own workplace more diverse, more comfortable, and more fun. We support continuing education, professional licensure, professional development, and active engagement in the broader design community.

Outside the office, you might find us tending the garden, volunteering with organizations such as Sawhorse Revolution and Furniture Repair Bank, or, weather permitting, returning to the volleyball court.

We make places to support and enrich people’s lives. That’s how we think about the practice, too. We encourage social, environmental, and professional responsibility and participation. SHKS is a place to grow.

 

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