"Our greatest responsibility is not to be pencils of the past."
- Robert A.M. Stern

Inn at 500

A mix of contemporary design and warm, classic European charm signal the unique atmosphere of this six-story, 111-guest-room boutique hotel in downtown Boise, Idaho. The ground floor boasts a lobby, a restaurant and lounge, a hotel-guest bicycle area, enclosed trash and recycling facilities, and supporting mechanical and electrical spaces. The second floor consists of large […]

CSHQA Welcomes Kathy Alexander

CSHQA is pleased to announce that Kathy Alexander has joined the firm as Receptionist in our Boise office. She brings 34 years construction industry experience to the firm, most recently as a Sr. Executive Assistant. […]

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 […]

"How are things going for you? 🤣 #WorkingFromHome"

April 03, 2020 at 5:00pm

Sara M. Ferrell, LEED GA

Architect

No day is ever the same. Whether I’m on a construction site or in a design meeting, I get a little thrill when I realize that this is really my job.

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.