Hirsch Bedner Associates (HBA) has elected nine new partners in 2023, bringing the total number of HBA partners to 25 worldwide. Their appointment recognizes their exemplary contribution to the business of design and their leadership across the group.
These include:
Joris Angevaare, partner, Studio HBA (pictured above)
Sabine Beck, partner, HBA Singapore
Stephan Brutti, partner, Social F+B
Gerard Lee, partner, Light Directions
Flavio Patino, partner, HBA Hong Kong
Dongmin Shim, partner, HBA Architecture
Ken Smith, partner, HBA Residential
Katie Yang, partner, HBA Singapore
Akihiro Wakasa, partner, HBA Tokyo
Their design expertise spans sectors, disciplines and global markets. Each new partner has been instrumental in leading the design of high-profile projects and expanding the firm’s reach into new markets, strengthening the HBA brand position globally, as well as empowering and mentoring the next generation of design talent, while driving continuous innovation in design, according to the firm.
“I am delighted to welcome our new partners. Their appointment signals the strength and breadth of our leadership team, our robust succession planning, and our ability to promote from within,” said Chris Godfrey, co-CEO, HBA.
The HBA partners take the lead on delivering holistic design solutions, meeting the broad project needs of clients, from architecture and interior design to branding, product design, lighting and landscaping.
Ian Carr, co-CEO, HBA said, “Each of our new partners has shown dedication to HBA’s culture of creativity and quality, as well as providing impeccable design expertise and service to our clients.”
