Recent News
Insights, inspiration, and intel from the HagerSmith office.
Highlights
A New Chapter of Leadership at HagerSmith Design
As HagerSmith Design approaches 50 years in Raleigh, we’re not just celebrating our history, we’re building on what...
The Value of Landscape Architecture in Commercial Projects
When planning a commercial area or public space, the surrounding landscape plays a crucial role in overall success....
From Amenity to Necessity: Five Elements that Enhance In-Person Workspaces
Slowly but surely, workers are making their way back to offices across the nation and the Triangle. As companies...
What is architectural design?
Architectural Design Explained What is architectural design? Architectural design is the art of planning structures with aestheticism and...
What’s Happening in 2020?
When we think about the 20s, we typically think of the “roaring twenties,” where people dressed up, partied, and enjoyed their time out. The 20s...
Meet Lucky Number 3
“The real competitive advantage in any business is one word only, which is people.” – Kamil Toume Celebrating 40 years means celebrating...
Meet the Engines Behind the Machine
“It is an intern’s job to go for coffee for anyone who asks, preferably delivering it scalding hot and cupped in your bare hands! – Kurt...
Meet the Renaissance Man
Now in his 11th year at HagerSmith, Nick Troutman has built his career as a jack of all trades. Whether he wears the hat of CAD Technician,...
Meet Indiana’s Finest
“One of the great things about HagerSmith is the freedom the office has given me to grow as an individual.” - Bryan Gibson In his 14 years...
Meet Mr. Landscape Architect
Jamie Loyack, Vice President, Principal, and Landscape Architect at HagerSmith Design is celebrating his twentieth year as an employee this year....
Meet El Presidente
President of HagerSmith Design, Tony Conner, first started at the firm back in 1991. The economy was not the greatest and getting a job in the...
Meet the First Female Principal
Sharron Scroggin, Vice President, Principal, and Landscape Architect has been at HagerSmith for over 34 years. Her passion shines through with...
Meet the Cruise Director
Sarah Troutman is the Vice President of the Interiors Group and a principal of the firm. She started in 2006 and became manager of the interiors...
Meet the Founders
You might call it fate that Mike Hager and Jim Smith wound up in each other’s path during one of the worst recessions in the 70s. They admit it...
Happy Holidays From Your Friends at HagerSmith!
While this year's end is near... We want to wish you the happiest of holiday cheer, And thank you for being here! We look forward to...
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