
Hastings is a boutique architecture and interior design firm located in the heart of downtown Nashville. Founded in 1985, the firm’s expertise is evident within such notable commissions as the Thompson Nashville, 1201 Demonbreun, Bellevue Public Library, multiple projects at Vanderbilt University, and the renovation and expansion of the famed Ryman Auditorium. Now in it’s 33rd year, Hastings is comprised of 65 professionals and is continually recognized nationally, regionally, and locally. Recently named the #23 architecture firm in the United States by ARCHITECT Magazine, Hastings is a proud representative of Tennessee being the only firm in the state to make the top 25.
Jim serves on the State of Tennessee Architecture and Engineering Licensing Board, as well as various community organizations. Jim has been a design jury member for state and local awards and has lectured throughout his thirty-six year career. The firm is organized in a manner that allows Jim to be actively involved in all phases of projects and spend a significant amount of time with clients and mentoring the entire design team.
David has a tremendous amount of expertise implementing environmentally conscious design solutions and is currently designing numerous projects pursuing LEED Certification. David has lectured extensively on Sustainable Design and Urban Design principles.
William has a passion for managing a successful and growing business that allows the energies of the firm and its employees to be focused on exceptional design, client service and having fun.
Over the last thirty years, we have dedicated ourselves to investing in the best people. Hastings is constantly on the look-out for curious, creative, and self-motivated individuals. Our team of designers offer architecture, interior design, planning and sustainability services to a diverse group of inspired clients. Driven by a deep commitment to service, we’ve developed expertise in responsibly and sustainably designed workplace, academic, and community projects.
At Hastings, we value sincerity, a love of family, determination, and ingenuity. Sound like you? Apply! We are always looking for great designers. If interested, send your resume and portfolio (no larger than 5M) to future@haa.us.
We believe that utilizing a philosophy of sustainability as the foundation for the creative process leads to a higher level of design yielding a reduced environmental footprint and healthier building experience. Our vision of Sustainability embraces a wide range of design strategies including optimizing the building orientation and envelope design to reduce heat gain while enabling access to natural daylight; improving air quality through use of low-emitting materials and increased air filtration; and incorporation of water-conserving plumbing fixtures and high efficiency mechanical systems that most facility managers can operate without specialized training.
A program devoted to mentorship, guidance and a fun work place, Hastings Young Professional Experience (HYPE) provides ARE study assistance, social activities, and IDP guidance. New interns will experience not only an enriching work environment, but a valuable connection to their fellow employees and the community. Many of us are involved with organizations such as EP/ YAF, AIA, USGBC, ULI, the Urban Design Forum and Civic Design Center, NAIOP and many more community-based and not-for-profit organizations. All of these activities help to encourage and reinforce the team attitude and community focus that is prevalent throughout the firm.
Staff training and professional development receives a tremendous amount of attention and effort in our firm. Through mentoring, in-house seminars, attendance at conventions and conferences and participation in various professional, civic and philanthropic organizations, our staff is encouraged to reach their full potential and further their professional careers. This commitment to training, continuing education and professional development elevates the level of design and service we are able to provide our clients.