Holst Celebrates 30 Years of Creating Meaningful Architecture that People Love
Since 1992, Holst has been devoted to creating meaningful architecture that people love. Thank you to all our clients and collaborators— we can’t wait to see what we do together next!
Highlights from 2021
Grand Opening of The Nick Fish
We celebrated the grand opening of The Nick Fish! A joint development effort among Our Just Future, Edlen & Company, and Prosper Portland, The Nick Fish is designed to be an equitable community with 52 affordable and 23 market-rate studio, one-, and two-bedroom units interspersed throughout the building and designed to the same level of finish. Adjacent to Gateway Discovery Park, a long-awaited community landmark, the building was thoughtfully designed to create a warm, pedestrian, and park-friendly experience.
Fora Health Received the Portland Design Commission's Design Excellence Award
The Design Excellence Award was awarded to Holst and Fora Health as part of the Commission’s 2019-2020 State of the City Design Report (awarded in 2021 due to COVID-19).
Kim Wilson Honored in Portland Business Journal’s 2021 Women of Influence Award
Portland Business Journal’s Women of Influence program celebrates those across the region who are positively affecting the business world, bringing the community together, and cultivating change for the betterment of Oregon. We are beyond proud that our Partner Kim Wilson was distinguished among the winners for 2021.
Kevin Valk Gave a Lecture at His Alma Mater, Roger Williams University
Partner Kevin Valk gave the final public lecture in the distinguished alumni series at his alma mater, Roger Williams University School of Architecture, Art and Historic Preservation. His session was entitled “Design Collaboration: Evolution & Experimentation at Holst.”
Renée Strand Featured in the Zweig Letter Magazine
Principal and Owner Renée Strand was featured in the primary interview spot for the June 2021 issue of The Zweig Letter—a prominent 20-year running AEC industry publication that reports on emerging trends, significant events, and people. The article centers around how Renée guides Holst’s commitment to our employees, the profession, and the community as Managing Director.
Recertified as JUST 2.0
In 2019, we were certified as a JUST organization by the International Living Future Institute based on our commitment to socially just and equitable policies. We have since renewed our commitment to providing a workplace that is welcoming and supportive by recertifying as JUST 2.0.
Renée Strand and Dave Otte Teach a University of Oregon Housing Studio
Renée Strand and Dave Otte are collaborating with the UO School of Architecture and Environment on housing design. This fall they led a seminar class about the forces that shape housing and how housing shapes society. This winter and spring they will work with a studio to design affordable housing and services for a North Portland neighborhood.
Lauren Bruni and Josiah Henley Teach a Portland State University Housing Studio
Associates Lauren Bruni and Josiah Henley are teaching Portland State University’s School of Architecture’s fourth-year undergraduate housing studio this winter. The subject of their exploration will be Holst’s Mariposa Village project—a large sustainable, multi-family, affordable apartment community in Hood River.
2021 Promotions
We are so excited to celebrate the hard work, talent, and all-around great vibes that each team member brings to Holst every day. Congratulations Steven, Kristina, Cole, Lauren, Josiah, Erin, and Jordan!
Steven Capoccia
Senior Associate
Kristina Hauri
Associate
Cole Poland
Associate
Josiah Henley
Associate
Erin Fox
Associate
Jordan Bissett
Associate
Growing Our Leadership
This past fall, we enthusiastically welcomed two new Directors to our team. Kim Krippaehne joins Holst with over 31 years of experience in the Portland construction community. As Development Director, Kim will lead new business strategy and community affairs. Libby Corliss brings 11 years of experience in the local AEC industry.
As Marketing Director, Libby will focus on creative marketing, brand management, and public relations. Their arrival comes at an exciting time as we celebrate three decades of incredible partnerships and chart our path into the future to create more special projects and places with you.
Recent Groundbreakings
2022 is Looking Bright
As 2022 kicks off, we are thrilled to have several important projects underway, ranging from affordable and market-rate housing to nonprofit headquarters and Passive House developments. Some are with valued long-time partners, while others have given us the opportunity to form new relationships. We are beyond excited to see these projects shape cities across the Pacific Northwest.
