place-based spaces

studio hagen is a Pacific Northwest-based architecture and design firm focused on creating place-based spaces to build connection between people + nature + community.

Our design philosophy embraces the concept of “place-keeping” over “place-making” to harmonize our projects with their surrounding environment and the communities they exist within. Inspired by natural surroundings, our approach to design focuses on crafting spaces that honor the spirit of the site through scalable details, intentional materials, and collaborative design. Each project balances intuition and innovation, and is guided by listening and learning to achieve simple, functional, (and joyful!) solutions.

Emily Hagen Larkin is honored to be recognized with the
2025 AIA Seattle Young Architect Award.

“… as an independent practitioner, Emily blends technical expertise with artistic vision, advocacy, and collaboration. Her commitment to sustainability, craft, and community inspires the next generation of architects to forge their own paths with confidence and purpose. “

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