San Francisco, CA — November 3, 2008 — Hunt Hale Jones, a leading architecture, design and planning firm announced today that Michael Gould has joined the firm as the Urban Design/ Multifamily Studio Director.

"With his impressive design background, Gould brings both talent and leadership to our firm," said Dan Hale, Design Principal at Hunt Hale Jones. "Gould's extensive portfolio of multifamily and urban projects solidifies HHJA's expertise in the multi-family field."

Gould, who was previously the Director of Architecture at McLarand Vasquez Emsiek & Partners in Oakland, CA, brings over 20 years of architectural experience to his new role at Hunt Hale Jones. Notable examples of Gould's work include the award winning mixed-use project "Montebello" in Cupertino, the urban renewal project "Uptown Oakland Development," and the affordable apartment component of the larger mixed-income master planned community "Irvington Terrace" in Fremont.

Mr. Gould's leadership and expertise will play a strategic role in the expansion of the Hunt Hale Jones Urban Design/ Multifamily Studio.

Gould is a licensed architect in the states of California and Oklahoma. Gould received his Bachelor of Architecture from The University of Oklahoma.

About Hunt Hale Jones
Hunt Hale Jones is a leading architecture planning and interiors firm, located in San Francisco, CA. With a staff of 35, Hunt Hale Jones delivers design leadership to projects across the West Coast, Russia, and China. Hunt Hale Jones projects are consistently recognized for excellence in residential design, community planning, mixed-use and infill markets. The firm's creativity and experience coupled with its commitment to education, sustainable design, and technology provides clients a fresh partner for success.

* * *

Linnea Chapman
Marketing Coordinator
Hunt Hale Jones Architects
444 Spear Street, Suite 200
San Francisco, CA 94105
415.512.1300
lchapman@hhja.com

ArchitectureWeek Press Release Service