"Whenever we witness art in a building, we are aware of an energy contained by it."
- Arthur Erickson

Pioneer Federal Credit Union—Broadway Ave

For this new, ground-up branch bank Pioneer Federal Credit Union wanted to create a new identity and a new paradigm in banking. They wanted clients to have a different experience, one that spoke of ‘community’ rather than ‘financial institution.’ The branch location is near Boise State University and serves students, staff and neighbors. The bank […]

CSHQA Appoints New Associates

CSHQA recently promoted the following individuals to Associate: Alisha Olson, Collin Hill, Jason Cline, Jesse Walker, Peggy Schindler, and Rory Heggie. As Associates they will have the opportunity to expand their leadership knowledge and responsibilities […]

Columbia High School

Columbia High School was designed through a series of community workshops which began with outlining core values including: safety, respect, energy, enthusiasm, flexibility, durability, and maintainability. These values shaped the building concept and ultimate design. The building was zoned into academic, performing arts, and athletics wings, all of which are linked by the common social […]

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Michele Otazua

Operations Manager / Corporate Secretary

I believe that work ethic is the foundation for a successful workplace.

CSHQA is passionate about sustainable, energy-efficient design and creating healthy, enduring spaces.

CSHQA is passionate about sustainable, energy-efficient design and creating healthy, enduring spaces for our clients and the people who live, work and play in our buildings. We are people who listen, creating design that speaks.

Our award-winning design firm specializes in full-service architecture and engineering, interior and environmental design, landscape architecture, telecommunications, and building forensic services. Nearly 100 professionals design commercial, retail, hospitality, aviation, civic, education and healthcare projects. Serving clients in all 50 states, CSHQA has offices in Boise, Denver, and Sacramento.