Business Details
43 Years
experience
Trusted Architectural Services in Moorhead, MN
Yhr Partners has been dedicated to delivering high-quality architectural services since its founding in 1983. Our firm specializes in creating innovative designs tailored to the unique needs of clients across the Upper Midwest. With expertise in healthcare, education, historic preservation, and religious structures, we prioritize technical excellence and environmental responsibility. Our team of licensed architects brings decades of combined experience to every project, ensuring solutions that respect both context and tradition. We maintain active registrations in five states, allowing us to serve diverse communities from our base in Moorhead, Minnesota.Through strategic planning and construction oversight, we help clients achieve their vision while fostering long-term partnerships. Our commitment to lifelong learning ensures clients benefit from the latest advancements in design and sustainable practices. This dedication has sustained our growth over nearly four decades, establishing us as a trusted partner for complex architectural challenges. We approach every project with a focus on collaboration, transparency, and exceeding client expectations.
Services
Architectural Design
Historic Preservation
Healthcare Facilities
Construction Oversight
Campus Planning
Sustainable Design
Feasibility Studies
Code Compliance
Details
- Year established: 1983
Highlights and features
- We offer 40+ years of architectural experience in the Upper Midwest market
- Our team includes AIA-certified architects with specialized expertise in healthcare and historic preservation
- We provide full-service solutions from initial planning through construction administration
- Our sustainable design approach reduces environmental impact while respecting community traditions
- We maintain active architectural licenses in five states across the Midwest region
What people say
High quality services
Creative design solutions
Technical excellence
Great value
Long term relationships
Services
Architectural Design
Our architectural design services create functional, aesthetically pleasing spaces tailored to client needs. We specialize in new construction and facility replacements across healthcare, education, and religious sectors. Our process combines creative vision with technical precision to deliver code-compliant solutions that enhance community environments.
Historic Preservation
We preserve architectural heritage through expert restoration of historic structures. Our approach maintains original character while integrating modern functionality. Services include materials analysis, code compliance upgrades, and adaptive reuse strategies that extend building lifespans while respecting historical significance.
Construction Oversight
Our construction administration ensures design intent translates to reality. Services include site visits, contractor coordination, and quality control checks. We manage bidding processes, review shop drawings, and certify payments to maintain project timelines and budgets while upholding design standards.
Campus Planning
We develop comprehensive campus plans balancing growth with sustainability. Services cover site selection, space programming, and phased development strategies. Our plans optimize land use while creating cohesive environments that support institutional missions across educational and healthcare sectors.
Sustainable Design
Our sustainable design integrates eco-friendly practices throughout project lifecycles. We employ energy-efficient systems, sustainable materials, and site-sensitive planning. Services include LEED certification guidance and life-cycle cost analysis to create environmentally responsible buildings that reduce operational costs and ecological impact.
People
Adam Pangrac
Principal
Principal architect with over a decade at YHR, specializing in modern design solutions. Holds Master of Architecture from NDSU and focuses on creating functional spaces that enhance community interaction through thoughtful design.
Margaret Follingstad
Principal
Experienced principal with 30+ years in architectural practice. Graduated from NDSU and Strathclyde University, bringing international perspective to Midwest projects. Specializes in complex institutional buildings requiring precise code compliance and historical sensitivity.
Mark Lundberg
Principal
Principal architect with extensive regional experience since 1986. Combines technical expertise with artistic vision, focusing on educational facilities that balance functionality with aesthetic appeal while mentoring emerging professionals in sustainable design practices.
Richard Meier
Project Manager
Project manager with 30 years of construction documentation experience. Specializes in translating design concepts into buildable plans, ensuring technical accuracy while maintaining design integrity throughout the construction documentation and administration phases.
Jenna Lawrence
Project Manager
Recent addition to leadership with fresh perspective on modern architectural challenges. Brings contemporary design sensibilities and digital tools expertise to healthcare and residential projects while maintaining commitment to traditional design principles.
Questions
What architectural services does YHR Partners offer?
We provide full-service architectural solutions including design, historic preservation, healthcare facilities, campus planning, and sustainable design with construction administration support.
Which geographic areas do you serve?
We operate across the Upper Midwest with architectural licenses in Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wyoming.
Do you specialize in specific building types?
Our expertise focuses on healthcare facilities, educational institutions, religious structures, and historic preservation projects.
How does YHR approach sustainable design?
We integrate eco-friendly materials, energy-efficient systems, and site-sensitive planning to create LEED-compliant buildings that minimize environmental impact while reducing long-term operating costs.
What project phases do you handle?
We manage projects from initial planning and budgeting through design development, construction documentation, and final site observation for comprehensive end-to-end solutions.
