Retail Services + Development Employee Owned. People Powered.
Portfolio of Architecture + Engineering Services
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national coverage
Coast to Coast + Licensed in 50 States
licensed in states
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We have over 600 professionals working coast to coast, and licensure across all 50 states, so we can collaborate no matter where you’re based. We seek to deliver the right balance of simplicity and innovation to align teams and technology around what matters most—your customer.
600+
professionals
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7 OFFICES across 2COUNTRIES
20,000+ projects permitted
2,000+ communities
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who we are
Our Vision
Our Purpose
Our Culture
Amplify our Solution Suite to clientpartners through securing vital talent and harnessing advancing technologies.
Leading clients to fulfill their vision while building lasting partnerships.
HFA aspires to be a people first culture of empowerment where talent thrives.
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shared values
Our Principles That Shape Everything We Do Lead with Excellence Work Together Exceed Expectations Build Relationships Do What’s Right
Employee Owned. People Powered. As owners, we are personally invested in the outcomes, striving to exceed expectations and deliver lasting value.
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single-source studio
Bring your whole design team together. At HFA, we unite the expertise of your multi-discipline team of architects, engineers, permitters, and other industry professionals, so you can: + Maximize coordination across disciplines + Streamline communications and gather feedback earlier + Create higher quality documents that can be delivered sooner
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fully integrated disciplines Architecture
Mechanical Engineering
Electrical Engineering
Plumbing Engineering
Fire Protection Engineering
Structural Engineering
Civil Engineering
Interior Architecture
Landscape Architecture
Refrigeration
Fueling Design
Kitchen Design
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exceptional planning for
Remarkable Designs We work diligently to develop, study, and provide early information that assists in understanding if a development proforma pencils out. This includes defining key project metrics such as project size, massing, and site requirements. We look at the feasibility of concept design solutions to ensure design intent, constructability, and best value. The entitlement process is supported through early design packages, renderings, visualization, and representation. These early design packages are supplemented with scope narratives and allow for sound budget development, often with the assistance of a construction manager and / or independent cost consultants.
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maximize your projects
Collaboration + Integration is Key At HFA, we design vibrant retail spaces that meet strategic goals, from site selection and brand visibility to integrated, efficient layouts. Our holistic approach brings together all key disciplines to support both front- and back-of-house operations, using adaptable designs and cost-effective systems that evolve with planned upgrades and refresh cycles. Our ultimate goal is to collaborate with our client partners to maximize a project’s potential from a design, operational and financial perspective. Our comprehensive suite of development-specific services includes:
+ Reality Capture & Modeling
+ Asset Repositioning
+ Lease Outline Documents (LODs)
+ Site Development / Master Planning
+ Tenant Services / Leasing Support
+ Visualization Support (renderings, animations)
+ Experiential Design
+ Permitting
+ Development Feasibility Studies
+ Utility Coordination
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project experience University Station Westwood, MA | 2,000,000 SF
University Station is a 2 million-square-foot, mixed-use project and open air shopping center in Westwood, MA, located on University Avenue adjacent to the Route 128 MBTA Commuter Rail/ Amtrak Station. HFA worked with the owner and civil teams to create a vibrant mixed-use development. With a strong axial arrangement, the main boulevard of University Avenues makes a strong connection to the existing commuter rail/train station on the east side of the development. HFA worked diligently with the town to ensure that the buildings along University Avenue were designed to address pedestrian and vehicular traffic from all elevations and did not feel like “rear” facing buildings.
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The Point Littleton, MA | 500,000 SF
Located at the intersection of 495 & Rt. 119 in Littleton, MA, The Point integrates into a very challenging and steeply graded site. With expertise in master planning and retail/mixed-use, HFA was able to work with the grades and create three platform levels of retail (low, middle, and high). To take advantage of the varying grade levels, HFA was able to maximize retail frontage by creating a combination of single and two-story retail buildings with some buildings being carved into the hillside. The resulting placement of buildings to address site grade resulted in the opportunity to create outdoor activity spaces with framed views and vistas into the development.
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project experience Linden Square Wellesley, MA | 223,000 SF
HFA is honored to be the architect and engineering partner for Federal Realty Investment Trust’s renovation of its well-known mixed-use retail and lifestyle development, Linden Square. Located in the heart of Wellesley, MA, Linden Square has a long history within the community, having gone through various uses and states of construction since the early 1900s. In 2020, Federal Realty Investment Trust chose to pursue a reinvestment in the center to update many of its attractions and maintain its reputation as one of the region’s premier retail destinations. HFA was eager to take on the task of bringing modern design and functions to Linden Square while respecting its rich New England architectural palette.
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Newton Nexus Newton, MA | 142.000 SF Located on an active business corridor in Newton, MA, the team was challenged with transforming three existing industrial office buildings into a modern ‘industrial chic’ mixed-use development. With a lively and inviting retail atmosphere, Newton Nexus is a destination for many shoppers, offering contemporary architecture, public gathering spaces, and a unique shopping experience.
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Wayland Town Center Wayland, MA | 372,000 SF Wayland Town Center features a mix of retail, restaurant, services, and medical facilities. HFA worked closely with the development & civil team to create a master plan that created a vibrant “town center” with a strong central boulevard flanked by sidewalks and shops. HFA in collaboration with the town of Wayland created a strong architecture language that echoed traditional New England with a modern flare that met tenant brand requirements. The project successfully balances housing with supporting amenities making it one of the most desirable places to live in the MetroWest market.
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Northborough Crossing Northborough, MA | 600,000 SF Northborough Crossing is a grocery-anchored mixed-use retail destination where HFA provided professional design and leasing support services. Partnering closely with the developer, HFA helped create strategic tenant placement opportunities, supporting the successful integration of numerous national retail brands. Through thoughtful planning and design, the project delivers a distinctive customer experience while maximizing tenant visibility, consumer engagement, and long-term value for ownership.
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project experience Warwick Mall Warwick, RI | 50,000 SF
As one of the few privately owned enclosed malls in the United States, Warwick Mall continues to distinguish itself as a successful retail destination with strong occupancy and sustained market relevance. For more than a decade, HFA has served as a trusted partner to ownership, providing ongoing professional design services that support the center’s continued growth and evolution. HFA has played a direct role in the planning and design of mall amenities, tenant leasing initiatives, asset development strategies, and landlord-driven improvement projects. Our team has assisted with tenant fit-outs, common area enhancements, repositioning efforts, and capital improvement programs designed to enhance the customer experience while strengthening the long-term value of the asset. Through a collaborative partnership with ownership and leasing teams, HFA continues to support Warwick Mall’s ability to attract national retailers, adapt to changing market demands, and remain a vibrant shopping and community destination.
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Hilltop Retail Saugus, MA | 23,500 SF Located in Saugus, MA, the redevelopment of Hilltop Retail represents the successful transformation of one of New England’s most recognizable retail landmarks into a vibrant, contemporary shopping destination. Working in partnership with the developer, HFA helped create a design solution that balanced the needs of modern retail development while preserving the property’s unique identity and strong community connection. A key component of the redevelopment strategy was the preservation and integration of the iconic Hilltop cactus sign, a regional landmark that has served as a recognizable symbol of the site for generations. By incorporating this celebrated feature into the new development, the project retained a strong sense of place while establishing a renewed vision for the property’s future. HFA collaborated closely with ownership and the development team to deliver creative placemaking solutions that enhance the customer experience, improve site functionality, and create a welcoming environment for shoppers and tenants alike. The project required careful coordination of anchor tenant design requirements, retail planning objectives, and architectural standards to create a cohesive destination that supports both individual tenant brands and the overall character of the center. The result is a dynamic retail environment that successfully blends history, placemaking, and modern retail design, creating a destination that serves the community while supporting long-term asset value and leasing success.
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project experience Meadow Glen Medford, MA | 289,000 SF Located in Medford, Massachusetts, Meadow Glen Mall is a prominent urban power center serving one of Greater Boston’s most densely populated and active retail trade areas. Anchored by a diverse mix of national retailers, restaurants, and service-oriented tenants, the center provides a highly accessible shopping destination that supports both everyday needs and destination retail visits. HFA has provided professional design services supporting the continued evolution and success of the property. Working closely with ownership and leasing teams, HFA has participated in tenant-driven redevelopment initiatives, landlord improvement projects, and ongoing asset enhancement efforts designed to strengthen the center’s market position and customer experience. The project demonstrates HFA’s expertise in urban retail environments, where thoughtful planning, tenant integration, and operational efficiency are critical to long-term success. Through strategic design solutions and a collaborative partnership approach, HFA has helped support the property’s ability to attract and retain national retailers while adapting to changing consumer expectations and market demands.
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Meadow Walk Sudbury, MA | 35,000 SF Located in Sudbury, Massachusetts, Meadow Walk is a premier grocery-anchored retail development that combines nationally recognized retailers, dining, residential, and community-focused amenities into a vibrant mixed-use destination. HFA provided professional design services for the development, partnering with the ownership and development team to create a retail environment that balances tenant visibility, customer convenience, and long-term asset value. The project required thoughtful integration of a major grocery anchor and national retail tenants, with a focus on creating a cohesive and engaging experience for shoppers and visitors. Through creative planning and design solutions, HFA helped shape a destination that functions as more than a traditional shopping center. Carefully considered pedestrian connections, tenant relationships, and placemaking elements contribute to an environment that encourages extended visits, community engagement, and sustained retail success. The result is a dynamic retail destination that serves as a regional draw while supporting the evolving needs of both tenants and consumers.
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project experience Outlets of Des Moines + Little Rock Altoona, IA | 300,000 SF Little Rock, AR | 325,000 SF Designed in partnership with New England Development, these two outlet projects, located in Little Rock, AR, and Des Moines, IA, offer a unique and comfortable place for patrons to shop and gather. With more than 300,000 square feet of retail space at each outlet, guests enjoy active pedestrian plazas, sidewalk amenities, casual seating areas, and dramatic lighting. The outlets feature some of the best retail brand names, making them the premier shopping destinations in their respective cities. We continue to support our clients and their respective properties post-construction with ongoing tenant infill work.
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Westgate Mall Brockton, MA | 111,000 SF Westgate Mall is an enclosed regional shopping center in Brockton, Massachusetts, located near the intersection of Routes 24 and 27. The mall serves as the centerpiece of the area’s largest retail hub. HFA provided architectural services for the renovation of 111,000 square feet of existing anchor tenant space for DICK’S Sporting Goods, Burlington, and Planet Fitness. The project included exterior façade renovations, along with core and shell improvements to accommodate the three retailers. Working within each tenant’s work letter requirements, HFA addressed the architectural needs of the individual spaces while meeting the requirements of both the property owner, New England Development, and the retail tenants.
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grocery anchored
Retail Centers HFA has designed millions of square feet of grocery-anchored retail throughout the United States, partnering with developers, grocers, and owners to create high-performing retail destinations. Our team understands the operational demands of grocery environments and the coordination required to successfully integrate anchors, shop tenants, restaurants, and supporting infrastructure. Through our architecture and engineering expertise, we help clients move projects from concept to completion with efficiency and confidence. By combining deep retail knowledge with a collaborative, developer-focused approach, HFA delivers grocery-anchored centers that support long-term performance, tenant success, and community growth.
grocery services
Still a Winning Formula From new, ground-up construction to renovations, expansions, designing grocery anchored retail centers, and reconfiguring existing building shells, our team supports our grocery clients with a multidisciplined approach, including MEP, fire protection, and refrigeration services. Responding to a resounding need for post-pandemic resources, our team has experience equipping stores with curbside pickup, touchless checkout, and other omnichannel offerings to make the customer experience safer and more convenient than ever.
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a breadth of experience
Across Various Industries In addition to the Real Estate Developer Services we provide, HFA also maintains a host of other capabilities and experience working in several other markets and industries. These include hospital and healthcare facilities, science + technology labs and testing, distribution/fulfillment, hospitality + entertainment, and more. At HFA, we take a multi-disciplined approach to our work within these industries and have robust teams of architects, designers, engineers, and other licensed professionals who maintain decades of experience within these sectors.
let’s talk James Owens, aia, ncarb Vice President of Retail james.owen@hfa-ae.com 508-528-0770, ext 403
Ed Damphousse, aia, ncarb Sr Client Partnerships Lead ed.damphousse@hfa-ae.com 508-528-0770, ext 425
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