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50+ Years
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Trusted Architectural Design Services in Colorado
Since 1966, LKA Partners has been a leading architectural force in Colorado, delivering over 500 projects valued in the billions. Our expertise spans educational facilities, municipal infrastructure, and community spaces, with a focus on sustainable, client-centric design. We combine 57 years of experience with collaborative innovation to transform client visions into functional, award-winning structures. As members of the American Institute of Architects and U.S.

Green Building Council, we prioritize integrated environmental design and LEED-certified practices. Our team of licensed architects and specialists brings decades of collective experience to every project, ensuring precision from concept to construction completion.
Services
Educational K-12 Facilities Higher Education Design Municipal Infrastructure Sustainable Architecture Interior Design Construction Administration Master Planning
Details
  • Year established: 1966
Highlights and features
  • We offer 57 years of specialized expertise in Colorado architectural projects
  • Our team includes LEED-certified professionals and AIA members
  • We implement integrated environmental design processes since 1966
  • Our firm holds NCARB-certified professionals for multi-state projects
  • We provide full-service solutions from programming to construction administration
Associations and certifications
  • American Institute of Architects
  • U.S. Green Building Council
  • LEED Accredited Professionals
What people say
Award-winning designs Sustainable expertise Client-focused approach Experienced team LEED-certified professionals
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Services
Educational K-12 Facilities
Specializing in K-12 educational facilities, we create learning environments that enhance student engagement and meet evolving pedagogical needs. Our designs incorporate modern safety standards, energy-efficient systems, and flexible spaces for 21st-century education. With over 500 completed projects, we understand the unique requirements of school districts across Colorado.
Sustainable Architecture
Our LEED-certified professionals integrate environmental sustainability into every project phase. We employ energy modeling and life-cycle analysis to create buildings that minimize ecological impact while maximizing operational efficiency. This approach has earned recognition from the U.S. Green Building Council for multiple Colorado projects.
Construction Administration
We provide comprehensive construction administration services ensuring design intent is maintained throughout building phases. Our team conducts site visits, reviews contractor submittals, and manages change orders to maintain quality control. This hands-on approach has successfully delivered complex projects up to $100 million in value.
Interior Design
Our interior design services focus on creating functional, aesthetically pleasing environments that support organizational missions. We specialize in educational and municipal spaces, balancing code compliance with innovative use of materials and technology to enhance user experience in both new and renovated buildings.
Master Planning
We develop comprehensive master plans guiding long-term facility development for educational institutions and municipalities. Our data-driven approach considers enrollment projections, infrastructure capacity, and sustainability goals to create phased implementation strategies that optimize resource allocation and community impact.
People
Jim Strange
Co-President
With 40+ years of experience, Jim leads architectural projects from concept to completion. A licensed Colorado architect and A4LE member, he specializes in educational facility planning and has managed over $1 billion in school construction projects across Colorado.
Doug Hahn
Principal
Licensed architect with 40+ years in project management and quality control. Focuses on client satisfaction through collaborative design processes and comprehensive construction documentation. Specializes in complex municipal and educational facilities meeting strict regulatory requirements.
Todd Kimes
Associate
30-year veteran in architectural production and project management. Expert in navigating challenging sites and complex construction types. Leads technical teams in delivering high-quality documentation packages for educational and public sector clients across Colorado.
Frank Kaiser
Licensed Architect
30-year specialist in educational architecture with expertise in accessibility analysis and code compliance. Manages projects from feasibility studies through construction, ensuring alignment with educational goals while maintaining budgetary and regulatory standards.
Sara Hill
BIM Manager
20-year architectural professional specializing in BIM implementation and technology integration. Focuses on optimizing design workflows through digital tools while maintaining client-centered design principles for educational and community facilities.
Questions
What architectural services do you specialize in?
We specialize in educational K-12 facilities, higher education campuses, municipal infrastructure, and sustainable design. Our services include master planning, construction administration, and LEED-certified green building solutions.
How long has your firm been in operation?
The LKA Partners has been designing Colorado's built environment since 1966, with our current leadership team maintaining over 200 combined years of architectural experience.
Do you handle projects outside Colorado?
While based in Colorado Springs, our NCARB-certified professionals work on projects across the U.S., maintaining our Colorado-focused expertise while serving national clients through digital collaboration tools.
What makes your firm different from competitors?
Our unique combination of educational facility expertise, LEED-certified sustainable design, and hands-on construction administration sets us apart, with 57 years of proven success in complex public sector projects.
How do you approach sustainable design?
We integrate environmental considerations from project inception, using energy modeling and life-cycle analysis. As USGBC members, we've implemented LEED strategies in over 75% of our recent educational facility projects.