Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Partner for Architectural and Engineering Excellence
LHB Corporation brings over five decades of experience in architecture, engineering, and planning to clients across the United States. Founded in 1966 as a civil engineering firm, we have evolved into a multidisciplinary leader known for innovative solutions that address complex challenges in commercial, government, healthcare, education, and housing markets. Our team of architects, engineers, and planners prioritizes sustainability, inclusivity, and community impact in every project. Recognized with the 2021 American Institute of Architects Minnesota Firm Award, we combine technical expertise with a human-centered approach to deliver net-positive buildings and infrastructure. Our commitment to advancing climate action, historic preservation, and regenerative design positions us at the forefront of the industry.We serve clients through offices in Duluth, Minneapolis, Cambridge, and Superior, fostering long-term partnerships grounded in trust and shared goals. Our work includes award-winning projects in transportation, stormwater management, and renewable energy systems. By integrating emerging technologies and evidence-based research, we help organizations achieve their vision while addressing global challenges like climate change. Our multidisciplinary structure enables seamless collaboration across specialties, ensuring comprehensive solutions that meet both immediate needs and future demands.
Services
Architecture
Civil Engineering
Climate Action Planning
Contract Staffing
Electrical Engineering
Environmental Engineering
Historic Preservation
Interior Design
Landscape Architecture
Mechanical Engineering
Details
- Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of experience in architecture and engineering services.
- Our multidisciplinary team integrates 12 specialized service areas under one roof.
- We pioneered net-positive building design principles recognized nationally.
- Our staff includes registered fire protection engineers and climate researchers.
- We maintain a 95% client retention rate through personalized service approaches.
Services
Architecture
LHB Corporation's architecture practice focuses on human-centered design solutions that solve immediate challenges while anticipating future needs. Our team creates net-positive buildings that enhance both human and ecological wellness through sustainable materials, energy-efficient systems, and inclusive design principles. We specialize in commercial, government, healthcare, and educational facilities that balance functionality with aesthetic excellence.
Civil Engineering
With expertise since 1966, our civil engineering team delivers transportation systems, utility networks, and site development solutions. We specialize in stormwater management, bridge hydraulics, and regulatory compliance for municipal, industrial, and residential projects. Our approach combines technical precision with community-focused design to create durable, sustainable infrastructure systems.
Climate Action Planning
LHB Corporation's Climate Solutions group provides GHG inventories, adaptation strategies, and policy recommendations to help communities achieve carbon reduction goals. We integrate emerging technologies like phase change materials with practical implementation plans, ensuring climate justice and measurable environmental impact across public and private sector projects.
Historic Preservation
Our historic preservation specialists combine technical expertise with architectural sensitivity to restore and adaptively reuse culturally significant structures. Services include conditions assessments, grant assistance, and phased restoration plans for landmarks ranging from lighthouses to educational institutions, maintaining historical integrity while meeting modern functional requirements.
Mechanical Engineering
LHB Corporation's mechanical engineering team designs HVAC, fire protection, and industrial process systems that optimize efficiency and occupant comfort. We specialize in displacement ventilation systems that improve indoor air quality while reducing energy costs, serving commercial, healthcare, and industrial clients with customized mechanical solutions for new and existing facilities.
People
Mark R. Anderson
Chief Administrative Officer
Chief Administrative Officer with extensive leadership experience in architectural and engineering operations, overseeing organizational strategy and administrative functions to support LHB Corporation's multidisciplinary growth and client service excellence.
Stacee Demmer
Chief Operating Officer
Chief Operating Officer driving strategic initiatives and operational efficiency across LHB Corporation's multidisciplinary practice areas, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and client satisfaction standards through collaborative leadership.
Jason Mangan
Chief Executive Officer
Chief Executive Officer providing visionary leadership for LHB Corporation's architectural and engineering services, focusing on innovation, sustainable design, and fostering a culture of excellence across the firm's 12 specialized practice areas.
Lori Thompson
Chief Financial Officer
Chief Financial Officer managing LHB Corporation's financial operations with over 25 years of experience in accounting and financial strategy within the architecture and engineering industry, ensuring fiscal responsibility and sustainable growth.
Phil Waugh
Vice President
Vice President and Historic Preservation expert leading heritage conservation projects, combining technical proficiency with architectural sensitivity to maintain historical integrity while meeting modern functional requirements for diverse clients.
Questions
What services does LHB offer?
LHB provides architecture, engineering, and planning services including civil, electrical, and mechanical engineering; climate action planning; historic preservation; and contract staffing solutions.
In which markets does LHB operate?
We serve commercial, government, healthcare, education, and housing markets through multidisciplinary solutions tailored to each sector's unique requirements.
How does LHB approach sustainability?
Our net-positive building design philosophy and climate action research integrate renewable energy systems and emerging technologies to create structures that generate more benefits than they consume.
Where are LHB's offices located?
We maintain offices in Duluth and Minneapolis, Minnesota; Cambridge, Minnesota; and Superior, Wisconsin to better serve clients across the Midwest.
What makes LHB different from other firms?
Our multidisciplinary structure enables seamless collaboration across 12 specialties, while our research-driven approach incorporates evidence-based solutions for complex challenges.
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